Architectural solar solutions

Modules in ASI ® GLAS first produce energy, but they also allow architects different functional achievements. That the modules are rolled opaque (ASI ® OPAK) or semi-transparent (ASI THROUGH ®), insulating properties, they meet the building standards and can be implemented using many conventional systems metal building. Since their first commercial 15 years ago, the range has greatly expanded: in addition to the standard format, there are now many elements with variable dimensions.

UPS ® photovoltaic modules are based on GLAS technology called "thin film", which ensures high power even in low light conditions. With their small temperature coefficient, the power supplied by the modules do not weaken substantially when temperatures are high, which happens frequently for integrated systems in buildings (BIPV).

Modules ASI ® GLAS are available in a variety of finishes. Depending on the use and appearance that the architect wishes to impart to its realization, our range includes various solutions - opaque or semi-transparent - enabling seamless integration into the building. We have highly experienced partners in the glass industry that manufacture custom solar glass, solar cells and consequently the substrate SCHOTT ASI ® supplied by SCHOTT Solar: solar architecture can be customized using technology from SCHOTT Solar.

Limiting active solar heating: To avoid overheating of parts exposed to the sun during the summer, the glass surfaces must be equipped with specific sun protection. This can be done as a coating on the glass or by the affixing of shutters or blinds. The degree of energy transmission, compared to the total incident solar energy is expressed by the value g. The higher the g value is smaller, the screening is effective. The semi-transparent photovoltaic glazing ASI THROUGH ® has a g value of 10%, and its effectiveness is comparable to outdoor shading.

U-value (formerly known value k) describes the efficiency of materials for thermal insulation of the building envelope. The glass surfaces of a building are important: they must pass the daylight and at the same time ensure good thermal insulation, especially in winter. Today, there are coverings for windows (low-e) that allow for selective sorting of light at short wavelength and high thermal infrared wavelength.
With our insulating glass and photovoltaic type ASI THROUGH ®, you get U-values in the same order of magnitude as that of insulating glass upscale classic. They lend themselves perfectly to the creation of large areas of glass without compromising the thermal insulation popular in winter. With a performance guarantee for 20 years. Whatever happens