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Shading coefficient (SC)

Illustrations for Catalogues

Is Solar Factor divided by 0.87. It is a measure of the solar heat gain referenced to 3 mm clear glass which has the designated value of 1.00. 

Float glass

Solar control glass

Let natural daylight in, while reflecting a high proportion of the sun’s heat.

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