© Solar Solve Ltd 2011
© Solar Solve Ltd 2011
Glare caused by the sun can be a dangerous distraction in an air traffic control tower. A clear, unobstructed view is essential for maintaining a safe operational environment.
The sun can also cause heat to build up which can make staff feel uncomfortable and can even cause fatigue.
SOLASOLV® anti-glare, heat rejecting roller screens / blinds / shades are an ideal solution for problems with the sun! |
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SOLASOLV® Aviation Sunscreens in action at Durham Tees Valley (EGNV)
Benefits of SOLASOLV® Aviation System sunscreens include:-
• Improved visibility and safety − glare is reduced by up to 91% to ensure clear visibility and improve the controllers vision of both air and ground traffic and runway activity. True colour rendition is maintained so navigation lights, tail markings and other objects can be easily identified. All the shades should be lowered for a uniform light balance.
• Reduced eye strain and fatigue − the problem of glare and reflection from the sun on radar screens, displays and other equipment is eliminated.
• Creates a more comfortable environment − keeps temperatures more uniform throughout the tower to keep the operators alert and help maintain work-rate by rejecting up to 87% of the suns heat.
• Protects exposed areas of the body − at least 97% of harmful UV light is filtered.
• Save money and reduce energy - less demand is placed on air-conditioning systems which in turn consume less power. Environmentally conscious air traffic operators can benefit if screens are installed at every window.
Features of SOLASOLV® Aviation System sunscreens include:-
• Only high quality/specification components are used to ensure the products are reliable and durable for virtually maintenance free operation. The shade film is very strong, virtually tear proof and is not affected by sub-zero cold or tropical heat and humidity.
• Suitable for commercial and military control towers.
• Fast manufacture availability is normally 1 - 2 weeks from date of order or earlier, depending on size, operation and if powder coated painting of aluminium profile is required.
• A technical and installation advice service. On-site consultations are available and film samples are provided so the customer can make an informed decision. Installation technicians can be deployed worldwide if required.
• Systems can be operated manually or electrically - Depending on the sizes of the shades, 24vDC, RTS controlled or 230vAC motors can be used.
We have supplied and installed electrically controlled and manually operated solar film roller shades to a number of civil and military Control Towers worldwide including:-.
- Aberdeen - Gatwick - Swansea - Durham Tees Valley - Coningsby -
- Yeovilton - Edinburgh - Bagram and Kabul (Afghanistan) - Kano (Nigeria)...
Please ask for a no obligation quotation to have your control tower protected by SOLASOLV® anti-glare, heat rejecting roller sunscreens. |
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More about SOLASOLV® Aviation System sunscreens
SOLASOLV® Aviation System anti-glare sun screens are individually designed to fit the unique sloping shapes and angles of air traffic control tower windows. As these windows are often inclined to minimise the effect of reflection, it is important that the screens closely follow the glass in a parallel manner to avoid distortion of vision.
Over 35 years of development enables the SOLASOLV® Aviation System sun screen to do this. SOLASOLV® screens can be operated at any angle - even upside down!
The roller is made from heavy gauge aluminium and uses a constant tension spring to ensure the film is always taut. A control cord manually operates the screen independently from console level. This cord passes through aluminium guide pulleys so that the screen can be operated from a convenient location. A spring-loaded push button allows easy adjustment.
Ideal for intense glare, UV and heat control, screens are constructed of five gauge multi-ply polyester film which is very strong and has a scratch-resistant coating on one side so there is less abrasion from air born dust to extended the life of the product. A highly transparent metallic coating of aluminium between the polyester layers reduces heat from the sun. Looking through the shade film, colours remain true, ensuring that Visual Light Signals are easily recognised and coloured signal markers are not distorted, even at a great distance.
Solar Solve are specialists in professional roller screen / blind manufacture and installation, and have specialist knowledge in the use of solar reflective materials. Our company is a well-respected supplier of anti glare screens for the Air Traffic Control industry.
All towers are individual so each tower needs it own assessment and technical solution. Wherever your tower project may be in the world, the Solar Solve Aviation Division team will work with you to provide a solution that your air traffic controllers will be delighted with.
More information about SOLASOLV film
The shade film is available in two non reflective colours – GREY and BRONZE. They are the most appropriate colours for Air Traffic Control Towers. The specialist shade film is constructed using layers of polyester film. The film is dyed to reduce glare and the heat is rejected by the layer of aluminium laminated inside the polyester layers. A UV inhibitor is embedded in the polyester film to help eliminate most of the harmful UV light from the sun. GREY film is available with a scratch resistant coating. Roller screens are only required during daylight hours and should be retracted at night.
The shade film is mounted onto a heavy-duty aluminium roller inside an anodised aluminium cassette headbox with integral brush strip to protect from dust and dirt. They are effective, reliable and durable. The film is not affected by sub-zero temperatures, tropical heat or humidity. An important factor for roller screens which are used in specialised work areas. Non-cassette screens are also available.
Ideal for windows that slope forwards or backwards.
• Order screens with constant tension spring rollers and double pulley bottom rails. This system keeps the screen in constant tension so it can be stopped anywhere and the cord will not go across the glass when the screen is retracted.
• Roller screens can be tapered (shaped) on one side or both sides. To install from the top of the window, the top of the screen must be wider than the bottom. If windows are wider at the bottom the screen must be mounted on the bottom of the window frame.
NOTE: The shade film will require a join (seam) across the width for screens which are bigger than 1800 mm in both width and drop.
The bottom of the roller screens are finished with a weighted anodised aluminium bottom bar. Roller screens are available with a spring roller, side chain clutch control or electric operation.
Screens can be mounted top fix, face fix or side fix. All fixings, pulleys and cleats are supplied
Our experienced technical support team can work from drawings supplied if required.
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