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| New GE material helps save energy GE’s Plastics business is introducing advanced, new Lexan Margard MR5 IR sheet – hard-coated, polycarbonate sheet product for the global public transportation industry featuring infrared absorption in the wavelength range of 780-1400 nm. By effectively managing infrared heat from sunlight striking buses, trains, and other public transport and specialty vehicles, this GE material helps save energy and protect against potentially harmful UV radiation, yet admit plenty of light. This reduces heat build-up and can help cut air conditioning costs on hot and sunny days, while at the same time provide insulation to retain heat and lower fuel costs on cold or cloudy days. New Lexan Margard MR5 IR sheet is an excellent candidate for flat glazing in public transportation applications, such as windows, that require high abrasion and impact resistance and weatherability, along with exceptional heat management. Lexan Margard MR5 IR sheet is approximately half the weight of comparative glass products, which can lead to an overall weight reduction of the vehicle, potentially reducing fuel consumption. It also features GE’s proven hard-coating technology on both sides delivering high level protection against abrasion, cleaning fluids, paints, and adhesives and allows frequent cleaning or removal of graffiti without causing damage. Because the GE material is virtually opaque to UV light, it can help block the potentially harmful effects of radiation and also shield against UV-caused discoloration of sensitive materials such as fabrics. Finally, its durability and weatherability protects against abrasives, chemicals, and impact. It maintains its excellent optical clarity in demanding applications; in fact, it carries a 10-year limited written warranty against breakage. Glazing applications for Lexan Margard MR5 IR sheet include specialty vehicles and public transportation including buses, trains, and subway cars. It is also an excellent material of choice for separation walls and secondary glazing separation screens and for double-glazing in buildings. The UV shielding capability of the new product makes it a great alternative for warehouses, museums, conservatories, and other structures containing UV-sensitive items. GE’s Lexan Margard MR5 IR sheet is available worldwide in a range of gauges from 3.0 to 12.0 mm, and two standard transparent green tinted colors, as well as custom color tints available upon request. It is polished on both sides. write your comments about the article :: © 2005 Construction News :: home page |