Polycarbonate meets demand for sustainable materials

With more than 100 years of history, polycarbonate is undoubtedly a material that has stood the test of time
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And now, its popularity is surging
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Novolux National Sales Manager Craig Weatherley explains that.
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It has been around for decades, and over the years there has been increasing competition from other materials such as glass and ceramics, but in the current market, polycarbonate has grown tremendously in popularity
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In fact, according to the European Polycarbonate Sheet Market, Growth and Trends Forecast, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of this multifunctional material is expected to exceed 3% by 2025, and one of the main factors driving this growth One is the increase in demand in the construction industry
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According to the report, the construction industry is the largest industry in the polycarbonate sheet market, accounting for approximately 64% in 2020
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Because polycarbonate sheet is lightweight, easy to install and energy efficient, it is an ideal material for roofing, cladding and glazing applications and can even be used for fencing and walls in residential and commercial building projects
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Polycarbonate roofs are also a trend in greenhouses, thanks to their UV protection – UV stabilizers within the material help protect it from damage from sunlight
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It lasts for a long time compared to other materials
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Additionally, solid polycarbonate panels have higher impact resistance compared to glass, which is useful during the shipping, handling, and installation phases of a project
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Additionally, polycarbonate sheets are highly resistant to hail, falling branches, and other objects
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The material also does not become brittle over time like GRP or fiberglass
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Finally, polycarbonate sheets can also be laminated with polyurethane film adhesives under heat and pressure for applications that require greater resistance to intrusion
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wide range

With so many benefits, it's no wonder that polycarbonate, despite being on the market for a long time, has grown in popularity
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Novolux is a successful company in this lucrative market as a supplier of solid and multi-wall polycarbonate sheet products for the glass and glassware, DIY and horticultural markets
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Headquartered in North Newport, Novolux offers the Policarb™ range, in which you'll find UV-resistant multi-wall polycarbonate panels with air holes in the structure that ensure good thermal insulation and impact resistance
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These multi-wall panels are UV resistant, energy efficient, economical and versatile for use in greenhouse roofs, glazing, conservatories, skylights, balconies, gazebos and shelters
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What's more, Policarb™ multiwall panels can be fitted with a complete set of accessories for easy installation
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They can also be installed in most PVC, wood, steel and aluminum structures and frames
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Novolux also offers the Policomp™ range, which consists of solid polycarbonate sheets with UV protection on both sides
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These sheets are as transparent as glass but half the weight, meaning they are 250 times more impact resistant
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Novolux's premium polycarbonate sheets are manufactured by the multi-million dollar Italian company Dott.
Gallina, known worldwide for its high-tech innovations and consistent product quality, which will be available in several forms - - Quantity of pallets, complete or mixed pallets, single sheets or custom products cut to size
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Commitment to Excellence

Craig Weatherley, Novolux National Sales Manager, commented: “Because polycarbonate has been around for so long, it has seen the emergence of many competing materials
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While these materials certainly have their merits, polycarbonate has really stood the test of time.
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At Novolux, we have truly understood this trend and are committed to providing our customers with Polycarbonate The best products on the polycarbonate market, while also offering fast turnaround times, competitive pricing and excellent customer service
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If you are an installer interested in taking advantage of the huge opportunities in the polycarbonate market, or if you are already in Supplying polycarbonate and looking for a reliable, high-quality supplier, give us a call today
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In addition to market leading polycarbonate sheets, Novolux also offers glass strips and accessories, awnings, Velux roof windows, flat roof lights, roof lights and attic stairs, all in stock and available nationwide
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