Draper Inc. introduces the GreenScreen Revive, its new eco-friendly, window shade fabric. The product received a silver rating from the Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute’s verified rating system, which assesses categories of renewable energy, clean water, material health, social responsibility and material reutilization.
Sabic’s new solar shading panels made from lightweight Lexan Exell D polycarbonate sheets filter out direct sunlight to minimize solar gain and glare on computer screens. They also admit generous amounts of natural light and are expected to reduce building energy requirements and maintenance and lifespan costs, according to the company.
Draper Flexshade Systems for sustainable solar control are available through the GreenSpec green building sector product directory. Draper offers mesh and blackout shades manufactured with Hexcel's PVC-free 1260, 1277 and Screen Nature fabrics.
In addition to Hexcel fabrics, Draper's PVC-free line also includes Roc-Rol, an opaque window shade fabric by Rockland , and Flocke and Obion fabrics from 3G Mermet.
GlacierScreen Solar Shading Fabrics from Hunter Douglas Contract help preserve indoor air quality by eliminating most odors caused by off-gassing and protecting against heat gain and exposure.
The fabrics are free of VOC-emitting substances have been certified to meet the Oeko-Tex Standard 100 for the assessment of harmful substances in textiles. The Fabrics offer sterilization against bacteria, fungi and viruses. They are colorfast and reinforced against yellowing or reddening due to heat exposure.
