|
|
|
|
   
|
||||||
|
|
2008-02-23
Manufacturing News
Polycarbonate Sheet Meets Hurricane Standards Spartech’s Sungard ultra weatherable, high impact polycarbonate sheet meets the nation’s toughest building standard for hurricane zones.
Spartech Corporation, a leading producer of engineered plastic sheet, polymeric compounds, and engineered products announced that its Sungard* Ultra Weatherable Polycarbonate sheet has received a notice of acceptance1 (NOA) from the Miami-Dade County Florida Building Code Office. Following rigorous testing, Sungard sheet was found to comply with the Florida state building code as well as requirements for materials used in High Velocity Hurricane Zones (HVHZ). Skylights and shutters made from Sungard sheet have excellent impact resistance that withstands most environmental conditions without sacrificing clarity or strength. “With its history of major hurricanes, Miami-Dade County has implemented the most stringent standards for construction materials in the country,” said Scott Plott, Spartech Product Manager for special materials. “Sungard sheet has met these tough requirements and is now available to manufacturers who are looking for the best approach to long-term UV stability, impact resistance, and the lightweight benefits of polycarbonate.”
Sungard sheet features proprietary technology to prevent yellowing, haze, and degradation from exposure to UV light. In a unique process, UV protection is homogeneously bonded to impart weatherability to the polycarbonate structure itself. Unlike coatings, this protection cannot be scratched off. Sungard sheet blocks nearly 100 percent of UV rays, allowing the customer to reap the benefits of natural light while minimizing the harsh effects of the sun. Further, UV stability helps preserve impact resistance over time. Sungard sheet can be used in skylights and shutters, meeting not only aesthetic standards, but also retaining excellent impact resistance without sacrificing either strength or clarity. Additionally, Sungard sheet blocks out nearly 100 percent of UV rays, offering further protection from the sometimes forbidding Florida climate. It is highly resistant to discoloration, surface haze development, loss of impact strength and other properties due to outdoor exposure. 1 Miami-Dade County, Florida NOA 07-0629.16, Expiration Date: 08/23/2012. Got a Cool Job in Manufacturing? - Post Jobs to a Dedicated Engineering Portal Now! See all the Press Releases from Spartech sites. Read a recent article about -
. Energy efficient window frame
profiles and thermoplastic reinforcements
Find out how to protect your network from hackers, malware, and other malicious attacks with No.1 AdAware Plus! Read more industry news.  E-mail this page to a friend
|
|
Special Topics - Cork flooring better than comparable flooring - Small Quantity Specailist - Order Online - Plastics, Metals, Aluminum, Stainless, Tool Steel and ... - Industrial Packaging Supplies - Save On Scissor Lifts - Fork Lifts and Accessories - Industrial Conveyers - Your Direct Source for Material Handling Equipment - On-Line Corporate Training Module for Stress Reduction and Cognitive Change Program
All Rights Reserved. For permission to reproduce any contents of this
web site, please contact our Syndication department: Log onto HELP
|
|
