To minimize heat absorption into the facades, our initial suggestion is to use tinted color polycarbonate sheets. Furthermore, we strongly suggest our IR polycarbonate panels. These panels are equipped with an infrared coating specifically designed to diminish heat transmission.

The Shading Coefficient (SC) is a measure of the ability of a window or shading device to block heat from the sun. It is the ratio of the solar heat gain through a IR polycarbonate sheet to the solar heat gain through a standard clear polycarbonate panel under the same conditions. A lower shading coefficient indicates better heat-blocking properties.

FOR EXAMPLE,

Standard polycarbonate clear glass 3 mm with 88% light transmission. SC is 0.9.

IR polycarbonate glass 3mm is 75% and SC is 0.55.

The lower the value, the more convenient it is to stay under the material on warm, sunny days. In commercial architectural projects, the SC should usually be between 0.3 to 0.5.

Heat reflective polycarbonate sheets contain specialized coatings or additives that reflect or absorb infrared radiation. This prevents excess heat buildup while allowing natural daylight to pass through.

They provide thermal insulation, energy savings, glare reduction, UV protection, and improved comfort in spaces like greenhouses, skylights, and industrial roofing.

No, quality materials such as nano-ceramic or IR-reflective polycarbonate sheets are designed to block infrared heat while maintaining high visible light transmission.

Depending on the product, heat reflective sheets can block up to 80–95% of infrared radiation while maintaining transparency and structural strength.