Main Benefits
Applications: Most common and economical mesh type for ventilated facade screens (office buildings, parking garages, stadiums, roof screens) to provide shading/screening, lower heat gain, maintain views out, and maintain open airflow.
Cost: ($) Most cost-effective ventilated screening material
Ventilation: 10 to 50% open mesh (various manufacturer products to choose from)
Colors: Metallic silver that looks like metal or several other colors from various manufacturers. Custom colors available for larger projects.
Custom Graphics: Only material that custom artwork or logos can be applied
Additional Information
Fire Rating: Fire-resistant, passing ASTM E-84 “class A” and NFPA 701 typically (independent fire testing available upon request)
Warranty: 10-year minimum warranty
Lifecycle: Steel / Aluminum structure can be in continual use allowing for the fabric, the least expensive element to be replaced after its estimated lifespan of 20 years.
Geography: Works well in a variety of climates
Green: 100% recyclable
Cleaning: Facade Cleaning Information
Polyvinyl coated polyester (PES) ventilated fabric mesh with select manufacturers utilizing additional protective Polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) fluoropolymer and tio2 coatings on both sides for protection and longevity while creating an easy-to-clean surface.
Main Benefits
Applications: Typically used on canopy projects but also used where you want 100% solid screening with a waterproof or semi-translucent membrane screening for vertical facade fins or panels
Cost: ($+) Most cost-effective waterproof screening material
Ventilation: 0% open / 100% solid (non-ventilated)
Colors: White (except for thinner membrane products that have multiple colors).
Custom Graphics: Only material that can be custom artwork or logos can be applied on selected membranes
Additional Information
Fire Rating: Fire-resistant, passing ASTM E-84 “class A” and NFPA 701 typically (independent fire testing available upon request)
Warranty: up to 20-year warranty on selected products
Lifecycle: Steel / Aluminum structure can be in continual use allowing for the fabric, the least expensive element to be replaced after its estimated lifespan of 20+ years.
Geography: Works well in a variety of climates
Green: 100% recyclable
Cleaning: Facade Cleaning Information
Polyvinyl coated polyester (PES) ventilated fabric mesh with select manufacturers utilizing additional protective Polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) fluoropolymer and tio2 coatings on both sides for protection and longevity while creating an easy-to-clean surface.