Window Films to Prevent Overheating and Solar Glare in Schools
By Andrew Varley
Solar energy can
have a detrimental effect in many workplaces, whether that is in offices,
warehouses or even schools. The common complaint of overheating and solar
glare can make working environments extremely uncomfortable to be in,
consequently leading to unhealthy (and unhappy) employees. In schools - the
focus of this article - both pupils and teachers are finding these problems
increasingly difficult to cope with.
Whilst the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends 24 degrees Celsius as
a maximum for comfortable working, Safety law does not set a legal limit for
workplace temperature. And despite the WHO regarding anything above 26
degrees Celsius as "definitely unacceptable", many pupils and teachers
continue to suffer with overheating and solar glare as a result of
inadequate countermeasures.
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Tim Lucas, a
chemistry teacher and NUT branch secretary in East Sussex, says: "Schools
can get so hot there is a deleterious effect on the ability of teachers and
pupils to concentrate." Many people also complain of dizziness, fainting and
even heat cramps as a result of overbearing temperatures.
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Thankfully there is an effective solution: Window Film. The application of
Window Film can reduce solar heat gain by up to 75%, and also reduce glare
by up to 85%. In schools where pupils are expected to concentrate for long
periods of time, reducing indoor heat is essential if children are to
receive the best possible education. Likewise, if teachers are to teach
effectively they also must enjoy a comfortable working environment. In
addition, with more and more schools investing in Information Technology
infrastructure and computers, reducing glare on Visual Display Units (VDUs)
has never been more important. Window Film can effectively solve these two
problems in one fell swoop. Applying solar Window Film to glass can also
minimise UV (Ultra Violet) radiation whilst maintaining natural light - yet
another significant benefit!
The problems associated with solar energy are generally more prominent in
schools that have been built more recently. New schools tend to contain a
great deal of glass and feature more complex designs, making solar energy
even more difficult to combat. The problem is exacerbated further since UK
schools rarely have air conditioning installed.
Window Film also provides other practical benefits, such as increased
security. Many "combination" Window Films offer both solar protection and
security benefits, thereby helping to reduce the threat of burglary.
Security Window Film can offer increased glass protection (ideal for
preventing smashed glass), or may act as a deterrent by hiding equipment
from view. But one must not forget the aesthetic benefits of Window Film. It
can improve the appearance of school exteriors and completely transform
glass facades, so much so that once completed, a school may look completely
regenerated.
With a significant reduction in heat coupled with the additional benefit of
anti-glare properties, solar Window Film it fast becoming the product of
choice for schools wishing to combat overheating and solar glare. The
product enhances the learning environment by creating a more comfortable
atmosphere, and benefits both pupils and teachers alike.
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