In suspended-particle devices (SPDs), a thin film laminate of rod-like nano-scale particles is suspended in a liquid and placed between two pieces of glass or plastic, or attached to one layer.
LIGHT CONTROL
SPD glass preserves your view by reducing the need for shades, blinds, exterior overhangs and other light-blocking devices. In addition, it blocks heat before it enters the building.
PRESERVE YOUR VIEW
SPD glass helps manage your building's changing needs for passive solar heat gain, solar control and natural daylight transmittance. Building occupants enjoy more consistent, comfortable temperatures, reduced interior glare, more natural lighting and clear views of the outdoors every day of the year.
SOLAR SMART GLASS
SPD glass offers unrivaled control of solar glare and has been shown to reduce the thermal transmittance through a glass façade which directly cuts down on associated HVAC costs. It can be manually or automatically “tuned” to precisely control the amount of light, glare and heat passing through a window.
PRIVACY AND LIGHT CONTROL
SPD glass offers greater than 99.4% visible light block and 100% UV protection and can be controlled using range of wall switches, remote controls, movement sensors, light sensors or timers depending on the requirements. Popular in both commercial and residential settings, blackout smart glass is often used in home cinemas, meeting rooms, presentation walls and as a replacement for blinds or curtains.
UNMATCHED SECURITY & PROTECTION
SPD glass shields occupants and furnishings from damaging UV and reduces absorbed heat and light which contribute to fading.
When no voltage is applied, the suspended particles are randomly organized, thus blocking and absorbing light. When voltage is applied, the suspended particles align and let light pass. Varying the voltage of the film varies the orientation of the suspended particles, thereby regulating the tint of the glazing and the amount of light transmitted. SPDs can be manually or automatically "tuned" to precisely control the amount of light, glare and heat passing through.
