See how solar control window film reduces heat and glare at a Tipp City dealership, improving comfort and productivity.
Understanding Solar Control Window Film
When the sun beats down on a commercial building in Ohio, especially a south-facing one like Dave Arbogast Buick-GMC in Tipp City, the heat buildup can make a workplace uncomfortable and unproductive. This is where solar control window film comes in. It's a thin, durable material applied directly to existing windows to manage the sun's energy.
How Solar Control Film Works
Solar control films are designed to manage the sun's energy before it enters your building. They work through several mechanisms:
### Reflecting Solar Energy A primary way these films work is by reflecting a portion of the sun’s rays away from the glass. This prevents the solar energy from being absorbed by the glass and then re-radiated as heat inside the building.
### Absorbing Solar Energy Some films also absorb a portion of the solar energy. This absorbed energy is then dissipated outwards or converted into less intense, low-level infrared radiation.
### Reducing Visible Light Transmission (VLT) While managing heat, most solar films also reduce the amount of visible light that enters. This can help reduce glare, improving comfort for employees and customers. The film installed at Dave Arbogast Buick-GMC, Avery Denison OptiTune 30i, has a Visible Light Transmission (VLT) of 30%, meaning it allows 30% of visible light through, offering a good balance between heat reduction and maintaining a clear view.
Key Performance Metrics
When choosing a window film, several metrics are important:
* **Total Solar Energy Rejected (TSER):** This is the percentage of all solar radiation (visible light, infrared, and ultraviolet) that is blocked by the film. A higher TSER means more heat rejection. * **Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC):** This measures how well a window blocks heat caused by sunlight. It is the fraction of incident solar radiation admitted through a window, bypassing the glass itself. A lower SHGC indicates less heat gain. * **Visible Light Transmission (VLT):** As mentioned, this is the percentage of visible light that passes through the film. * **Ultraviolet (UV) Blockage:** Most high-quality films block over 99% of UV rays, which can cause fading of interior furnishings and skin damage.
A Real-World Example in Tipp City
At Dave Arbogast Buick-GMC, the south-facing windows were causing significant heat buildup, making the showroom and offices uncomfortable for both staff and clients. The team at TruView Films [installed Avery Denison OptiTune 30i]( /solar-window-film-dayton-ohio) across 334 sqft of window space. This film was chosen specifically to reduce the intense solar heat without drastically darkening the showroom's appearance. The result was a more comfortable environment, allowing the sales team to work effectively and clients to browse vehicles without being overwhelmed by heat. The film’s performance metrics, such as its ability to reject solar energy, directly contributed to this improved comfort.
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