For some time now, we have endeavored to equip everything that surrounds us with intelligence. One of the latest to join this trend is electrochromic glass. This innovation will surely take you by surprise. For this reason, we are going to explain what smart glasses are.
These crystals are able to regulate the amount of light that comes from outside and even become opaque to achieve greater privacy in the room. All this is possible by simply pressing a button through which an electric current applies to the glass sheet.
What is electrochromic glass?
Specifically, the so-called electrochromic glasses or smart glass allow you to control the amount of light that passes through them, becoming transparent or opaque through the simple operation of a switch or a remote control. For this, an Intelligent Privacy Sheet or “Smart Film” is good to use that is easy to manufacture using PDLC (Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystal) technology.
As we said, after subjecting it to an electric current, we were able to align its particles and allow light to enter. But when this field ceases, the particles become disordered and the glass becomes opaque.
Advantages of electrochromic glass
Undoubtedly, these types of windows are doomed to success as they are full of advantages as we will see below:
- They allow light to pass through, but prevent the entry of heat in times as hot as summer. This can lead to less consumption of air conditioning in the house. However, in winter this does not happen and both the light and the heat provided by the sun’s rays enter the room completely.
- Convenience given that they are easy to operate by a remote control system. In this way, you can operate them through a simple switch or an application installed on the phone or tablet. They can also integrate them into the so-called Internet of Things.
- Greater privacy because we can make them opaque whenever we want in just a fraction of a second.
- You can do without the curtains as the crystals when they become dark make them unnecessary. Thus, you can make the most of the space. Therefore, if you opt for curtains or blinds, it will be for a mere decorative purpose.
- Greater privacy because we can make them opaque whenever we want in just a fraction of a second.
Best Alternative against Curtains
You can do without the curtains as the crystals when they become dark make them unnecessary. Thus, you can make the most of the space. Therefore, if you opt for curtains or blinds, it will be for a mere decorative purpose.
99% UV protection
Undoubtedly, if your furniture is delicate or accounts with pictures, rugs or drawings that is easy to discolour by the constant presence of the sun, it will be great to have this technology in your crystals.
Electrochromic glass maintenance is very simple because for its cleaning only alcohol or a little soap is required. In short, it does not require a special chemical treatment.
Ideal for spaces such as laboratories and workplaces where asepsis and a certain degree of lighting and heat we require.
Electrochromic glass is perfect for offices
Perfect for offices, meeting rooms, consultations, health centers, bathrooms, vehicles, as well as universities, among many others.
It is possible to convert them into touch screens. Thus, the possibilities of interactive applications expand in spaces such as educational centers, shopping centers or museums, among others.
In short, this electrochromic glass is tremendously versatile and useful in countless places. For this reason, its popularity is increasing. So much so, that any day of these you decide to install them, don’t you think?
How do electrochromic glass?
(a) If there is no user in summer, all the mirrors change their vertical position, keeping the solar heat outside. This saves a great deal of energy by minimizing heat transfer.
(b) Once the sensors detect the presence of the user in summer, the upper mirrors open and reflect the daylight in the ceiling area. Electrochromic glass keeps the room cool where there are no users, saving energy in air conditioning. The parts of the room away from the window can be effectively illuminated by daylight, saving energy in artificial light.
(c) If there is no user in winter, all mirrors open and collect energy by reflecting solar radiation on a wall, acting as a radiant heater. This saves energy for heating.
(d) Once the presence of the user is detected in winter, all mirrors redirect all solar radiation towards the ceiling to minimize glare. Now the roof acts as a radiation heater, saving energy for heating.
What are smart privacy films?
High-tech product based on PDLC liquid crystal, opaque when turned off and transparent when turned on. Replaces the function of a traditional projection screen.
Room separation
Break with the separation of spaces, create a more spacious effect in any room, get privacy …
Everything you can think of!
Privacy
Key against peeking, smart control, increased privacy protection.
Touch screen and protection
Home theater , professional projection, all with the same glass
Safety protection with electrochromic glass
Prevents dispersion of glass shards when glass is broken
Environmental Protection and Sound Insulation Not only does it block 99% of UV rays, it also acts as a barrier against noise pollution to create a quieter world.
Instant Privacy
Instant and accurate control of privacy and security without compromising architectural integrity
UV protection
Protection against UV radiation, preventing discoloration of paintings, furniture, carpets, art objects, etc.
Energy saving
Control of the ambient temperature. Energy saving in lighting and air conditioning. Low consumption, less than 5w per m2.
Best Decorative electrochromic glass
Aesthetically simple and pleasant for all types of projects. Better use of space, when replacing blinds or curtains. Highly important for use in laboratories, health centers, offices and in environments where the use of curtains is not recommended maintaining asepsis.
Summary
Possibility of using electrochromic glass, both for direct projection and for rear projection. Moreover, it makes it possible to take advantage of glass surfaces in meeting rooms, or to design a high-impact commercial window.
