(November 12, 2012) – Studies show that unprotected windows:
- Allow maximum daylight penetration and allow minimum energy savings
- Allow maximum heat penetration and increased demand on the HVAC system when in direct view
- Allow maximum glare and excessive contrast
- Produce too much horizontal illumination
- Provide direct view of the sun
It is fairly obvious that the windows must have some form of protection at peak times. If not, all of these consequences will lead to the fact that windows are the greatest source of wasted energy in any facility. That is because heat always moves from warm to cold areas.
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