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Colt Solar C is a simple fixed aluminium brise soleil solar shading system developed to reduce glare and overheating inside buildings by reflecting direct light. It is positioned around or above windows. It offers architects and contractors a versatile and practical solution to managing solar radiation, whilst adding a modern architectural aesthetic.
Brise soleil is most effective on facades where it is possible both to reduce the amount of high angle sun in the summer, but also to allow low angle sun in the winter, which can then provide some passive solar heating.
Versatile
Solar C can be mounted above or in front of windows and, as with all Colt solar shading systems, the louvres can also be mounted around corners and curves. This, combined with the various angles at which the system can be installed, ensures that the shade created is always optimal. The versatility of the system, with respect to dimensions and colours, offers many design alternatives.
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The patented variable louvre clip is adjustable in increments of 15 degrees
High light transmission, low heat transmission
Unlike conventional 'Z' shaped blades, which reduce both direct and diffused light, the blade of the Solar C brise soleil is designed to be particularly effective at controlling solar heat gain while allowing a large proportion of diffused light through the blade.
Six blade profiles are available varying in width from 100mm to 150mm. A perforated blade is also available with a width of 110mm. The pitch between the blades is normally set at 100mm but this can be varied to suit the blade size and angle.
Support Rafters
Five basic Solar C brise soleil rafter designs are available. Their use depends on the fixing method and the loadings on the structure. For any projections less than 1m the rafter can be cantilevered from the building structure, assuming the windload is not excessive. Maintenance walkways with kick plate and hand rails can be attached to the rafter to enable access for cleaning.
Panellised System
The Solar C is normally a continuous brise soleil louvre system mounted either above or below fixed rafters projecting from the building. This will provide uniform light entry to the building. However, if a panellised system is preferred, then this is available with profiled end plates which can make a prominent feature to a building.
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Installation of Solar C brise soleil
With continuous brise soleil louvres, the louvres are sent out in breakdown for on site assembly. An adjustment in the louvre system can accommodate building tolerances of +/- 10mm. Particular attention is required to suitable fixing locations and the structural integrity of the fixing material. This should be considered at the early stages of the project.
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