Photochromic glass automatically changes from a clear glass to a tinted glass with the rays of the sun. There is no electricity or knobs required. As the sun sets, the glass will lighten up returning to it’s clear state. This will continue each time the sun is shining on the glass without fatigue unlike film tints and coatings. It also costs a fraction of the price of other smart windows currently available on the market.
Other glass reflects the harmful ultra violet rays that go back into the Earth’s ozone and are a great contributor to the global warming problem. Photochromic glass absorbs the UV rays helping to protect our planet. In doing this, it reduces the heat transferring into the building and reduces energy consumption and air conditioning costs.
In architectural applications, the automatically tinting glass will create privacy on sunny bright days. It will also protect expensive office furnishings with it’s 100% UV protection and stop the glare on computer screens and projectors. It can be made in a variety of colours making each application unique.
In residential applications, homeowners will be able to enjoy the sight out of their windows, protect their furnishings, and save on their energy costs all without curtains or blinds.
With Sunlight Reactive Thermo windows, as the glass changes from light to dark with the sunlight, you can see the difference.
