Polygal
Polycarbonate
Glazing Systems
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POLYGAL®
The Original Polycarbonate Structured
Sheet
Polygal Solar Grade Polycarbonate Structured Sheet
(PCSS) is a tough, light weight, insulating glazing sheet
extruded from high performance polycarbonate. It's
many advantages make Polygal PCSS an attractive,
budget-minded alternative for a wide variety of exterior
glazing applications, including skylights and roof
windows, atria, sports halls, industrial plants, pool
enclosures, greenhouses, solar collectors, canopies,
window renovations and many more.
•Virtually Unbreakable. Superior toughness offers
greater protection against vandalism and hail damage,
as well as breakage during shipping and installation.
Impact strength tested at 200 times that of glass, eight
times that of acrylic.
•Energy Efficient. U-values comparable to insulating
glass mean fuel savings of up to 50%.
Clear
Bronze
Ice
Bronze
1/4” (6mm) 5/16” (8mm) 3/8” (10mm) 5/8” (16mm)
Clear Titan™
5/8” (16mm)
•Ultra Light Weight. The hollow-core structure uses
80% less material than an equal thickness of solid
glazing, weighs 1/6 as much as glass, 1/3 as much as
acrylic. Results in lighter structures and reduced labor
and handling costs.
•Flame Retardant. Melts without igniting. Will not
support combustion or spread flames. CC-1 Fire Rating
per ASTM D635.
•Guaranteed Weather Resistant. Patented co-extruded
UV-stabilized exterior layer provides high resistance to
yellowing, backed by a 10-year non-prorated warranty
against discoloration and breakage.* Maintains
mechanical properties from -40° F to +248° F.
•Flexible. Cold forms into arches on site, with radii as
short as 3'5" (1/4" thickness) to 14’9” (1” thickness).
Bends to a radius of 175 times the thickness.
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•Works Like Wood. Installs flat or flexed. User-friendly
panels can be cut, sawed, drilled, nailed or screwed
into place without splitting or cracking.
•Low Cost. Polygal's low material cost and ease of
installation combine to deliver overall installed costs
which are typically a fraction of those of comparable
glass structures.
•Wide Variety. Polygal offers the widest variety of
construction configurations, styles, colors and sizes of
PCSS in the industry. The Polygal proprietary line of
polycarbonate profile systems and accessories are
available at 1/3 the cost of aluminum profile systems.
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TRIPLE-CLIP™
The Hidden Connection
TRIPLE-CLIP™ polycarbonate glazing panel system is the
ultimate product designed specifically for architectural glazing.
TRIPLE-CLIP™ panels are “clipped” together using an
aluminum base profile which is anchored to the structure and
a polycarbonate cap profile. The result is a beautiful, uniform,
air and water tight glazing surface that delivers all the best
characteristics of polycarbonate glazing.
TRIPLE-CLIP™ Advantages
•A Hidden Connection. The aluminum base profile, which is
fastened to structure support members, is hidden from view.
There is no need to drill holes in the panels. The polycarbonate
cap profile neatly finishes off the outside glazing surface for a
beautiful, uniform finish.
•Thermal Expansion. Free thermal expansion is allowed by the
“sliding in profile” configuration of the TRIPLE-CLIP™ system.
This both prevents buckling and allows greater spans between
support structures.
•Energy Efficient. The third interior wall increases insulation
performance, offering significant saving in energy costs.
•Leakproof. The polycarbonate cap profile snaps tightly into
the aluminum base profile, holding the panels solidly in place
and preventing water from entering or air from escaping
•Unlimited Design Possibilities. Beautiful, uniform glazing
areas of unlimited width can be achieved with the unique
connection-point design. Cold-formed arches are easily
constructed on the job site.
•Extremely Easy-To-Use. Lightweight, triple-wall panels
assemble with ease using the base and cap profile to join them
together and anchor them soundly. The ideal product for both
professional and do-it-yourself applications.
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PC CAP PROFILE
ALUMINUM BASE
PROFILE
24" WIDTH/OC
Color Availability
Sheet Thickness
Thermal Expansion
Minimum Recommended Roof Slope
Clear, Bronze, Ice
5/8” (16mm)
Clear, Ice: 0.040 inch/ft. Bronze: 0.060 inch/ft.
6°
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Solar Control Glazing
RFX® Polycarbonate Structured Sheets contain a
patented array of integrally extruded microprism
ribs which regulate solar energy transmittal according
to the angle of incidence of solar light. By planning
the orientation of RFX panels, solar energy can be
reflected during the hot summer months and
transmitted during the winter, saving considerably
on cooling and heating costs.
RFX®
Primalite™ Heat Reflecting Glazing, available in 5/8”
(16mm) and 1”(25mm), features a unique twin coating
with an exclusive filter layer that selectively reflects a
large portion of near infra-red radiation, covered by a
tough, protective UV-absorbing external layer.
Reflecting heat from the sun results in substantial
savings in air conditioning costs during hot summer
days, while dispersing a soft light to beautifully
illuminate interiors.
UV-protective layer
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Heat reflective layer
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Heavy Duty Glazing
For the ultimate in load carrying capacity, stiffness
and insulation characteristics combined with excellent
light transmission, weather resistance and heat transfer
performance, only Polygal offers a choice to best
match heavy-duty applications:
Titan™ 5/8” (16mm) triple-wall configuration with
X-member for both added strength and thermal
insulation performance.
ThermoGal™ 1” (25mm) triple-wall with X-member
configuration, and multi-wall configurations provides
enhanced performance under the most extreme
temperature, load and environmental conditions.
Titan ™ 16mm
TripleClear™
ThermoGal™
TripleWall 25mm
8mm Triple-Wall Sheet
TripleClear™ 5/16” (8mm) triple-wall sheet offers
three layers of clear, high quality polycarbonate material
that provide two air chambers for superior thermal
insulation performance and up to 20% more energy
cost savings. Wide rib spacing lets more light enter,
and greatly improves ”see-through“ visibility for both
coverings and walls, making it ideal for greenhouses,
retail operations and atria.
Polygal’s exclusive PolyClear™ Anti-Fog/Anti-Drip
Condensation Control Finish is standard on TripleClear
sheet. This unique feature dramatically lowers surface
tension, allowing moisture to spread and run off the
interior surface with no dripping. Backed by a 10 year
non-prorated performance warranty.
TripleClear™
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Manufacture
Polygal PCSS is custom manufactured in a continuous extrusion
process in widths up to 82" (2.1 meters). Stock widths are 48”
and 72”, with lengths limited only by shipping constraints.
Polygal’s manufacturing facilities are ISO 9002 Quality
Standard Certified. Polygal products also meet ISO 14001,
the Environmental Management Standard.
Fabrication
Polygal PCSS can be easily drilled, cut, punched, sheared
and bent using simple hand tools or sheet metal fabricating
equipment. A razor knife can be used to cut most thicknesses.
For heavier gauges, a hand held circular saw with fine teeth is
recommended. Chips and dust can be removed from the
cellular structure with compressed air. When drilling holes it
is necessary to allow for thermal expansion. Holes should be
at least 1 1/2" from the edge of the sheet.
Design
Polygal PCSS is an engineered plastic. Specification of design
criteria, the design of supporting structures and attachment
of Polygal PCSS to a structure should be determined by an
engineer. Polygal can provide design charts and prepare
computer analysis of typical applications. Contact Polygal USA
for additional information.
Impact Resistance
Polygal PCSS withstands the impact of 16 lbs. dropped 25 feet
without breakage. Exceeds Gardner Falling Dart Impact Test
limits. Exceeds ASTM E822.87 Hail Impact Test requirements.
Impact Tests: Falling Dart, 220 ft-lb (1/2" radius tip): no
rupture. Air Cannon, 100 ft-lb (1 1/2" dia. tip at 95 mph):
no penetration.
Glazing Systems
Polygal may be installed in most aluminum, polycarbonate
or wood glazing systems designed for glass. Standard metal
sections can be used in various combinations.
Dry glazing systems are especially suited for Polygal sheets.
Neoprene, Silicone, EPDM rubber or PVC gaskets of at least 80
durometer are recommended. (CAUTION: Compatibility of
PVC gaskets with polycarbonate should be verified before use.)
Wet glazing systems are suitable for Polygal sheets when
significant thermal movement is not expected. Polybutylene
glazing filler tapes are acceptable, as are silicone and one- or
two-part polysulfide non-hardening sealants. Amine and
benzamid curing silicone sealants are not suitable for use with
Polygal sheets. Compatibility with polycarbonate should be
verified with Polygal USA and the sealant or tape manufacturer.
(CAUTION: Wet glazing systems must be designed and applied
to accommodate thermal expansion of the glazing material.)
of burn 1" or less) or CC-2 (burn rate of less than 2.5"/minute).
Polygal PCSS of 1/4" (6mm), 5/16" (8mm), 3/8" (10mm) and
5/8" (16mm) thickness are classified CC-1.
•Smoke Density: ASTM E-84, or D-2843; UBC 42-1 or 52-2.
Codes commonly require a Smoke Density Rating of not greater
than 450 per ASTM E-84 test or not greater than 75 per ASTM
D-2843. Polygal PCSS meets these requirements.
•Ignition Properties: ASTM D-1929 or UBC 52-3. Model
codes typically require Light Transmitting Plastic to have a
self-ignition temperature of 650°F or greater. Polygal PCSS
meets this requirement with a self-ignition temperature of
986°F. Melts at 800°F.
•Flame Spread: ASTM E-84 or UBC 52-3. Model building
codes typically do not specify a flame spread requirement.
Values for Polygal PCSS vary with thickness and range from
10 to 80.
Installation Guidelines
Co-extruded UV-stabilized surface layer must be installed to
the exterior. The "Exposure Side" is indicated on the protective
film covering.
Sheets should be installed with extruded ribs oriented vertically.
Open ends should be sealed to prevent dirt and debris from
entering sheet structure.
A 5° minimum slope is recommended.
Edge engagement or bite should be a least 1/2" for sheet
thicknesses up to 3/8" (10mm). For 5/8" (16mm) sheets, edge
engagement should be 3/4".
Rabbet depth of frame is calculated as edge engagement plus
thermal expansion for the size of sheet being used (1/8" per 3'
of length or width per 100°F temp. differential).
Technical Services
Polygal Technical Services Department is available to answer
any questions you may have regarding our product and its
applications. In addition, Polygal can provide customized
computer analysis to help determine the appropriate spans and
thickness for your application. Shop Drawing Review is also
available. When specifying RFX, Polygal can provide a
detailed "Annual Energy Analysis" of your application.
Flammability & Code Requirements
Polygal PCSS is classified as "Light Transmitting Plastic" with
performance characteristics as follows:
•Horizontal Burn Rate: ASTM D635, UBC 52-4 or UL 94HB.
Light Transmitting Plastics are classified as either CC-1 (extent
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Product Selection
Polycarbonate Structured Sheet (PCSS)
Product
Structure
Panel
Rib
Thickness Spacing
(A)
(D)
Weight Light transmission according Min. radius U-Factor
(lb/ft2)
to ASTM D1003 (%)
for cold bent Btu/
(Perpendicular to the panel)
arches
(h/ft2/°
Clear
Bronze
Ice
Standard
6mm
1/4”
(6mm)
.224”
(5.7mm)
0.27
80
42
42
3’5”
(1.05m)
0.63
Standard
8mm
5/16”
(8mm)
.433”
(11mm)
0.33
80
42
32
4’7”
(1.4m)
0.60
TripleClear™
8mm
5/16”
(8mm)
.787”
(20mm)
0.34
77
–
–
6’
(1.83m)
0.50
Standard
10mm
3/8”
(10mm)
.433”
(11mm)
0.35
79
42
32
5’9”
(1.75m)
0.53
Standard
16mm
5/8”
(16mm)
.787”
(20mm)
0.55
70
42
32
9’2”
(2.8m)
0.41
Triple-Clip™
16mm
5/8”
(16mm)
.787”
(20mm)
0.55
70
42
32
13’8”
(4m)
0.41
Titan™
16mm
5/8”
(16mm)
.630”
(16mm)
0.55
61
42
32
9’2”
(2.8m)
0.39
RFX®
16mm
5/8”
(16mm)
.787”
(20mm)
0.62
38
–
9’2”
(2.8m)
0.41
ThermoGal™
25mm
1”
(25mm)
.984”
(25mm)
0.72
55
20
20
14’9”
(4.38m)
0.31
Primalite™
16mm
5/8”
(16mm)
.787”
(20mm)
0.55
NA
NA
27
9’2”
(2.8m)
0.41
Primalite™
25mm
1”
(25mm)
.984”
(25mm)
0.72
NA
NA
18
14’9”
(4.38m)
0.31
NGL-32
Thermal Expansion: Allow 1/8” per 3’ per 100°F temperature differential for both length and width for Clear and Ice panels; 1/4” per 4’ for Bronze panels.
Availability
Polycarbonate Structured Sheet Sizes:
Stock Lengths: To 36’.
Stock Widths:
1/4”(6mm) to 3/8”(10mm): 48” and 72”.
TripleClear 5/16”(8mm): 72”.
Triple-Clip 5/8”(16mm): nominal 24”.
All Other Panels 5/8”(16mm) to 1”(25mm): 47 1/4”.
Custom Widths: Fabricated to individual specifications up to 82" (±1/8" tolerance).
Polycarbonate Structured Sheet Colors:
Standard Colors: Clear, Bronze, Ice.
Custom Colors: Available on request.
Warranty
Polygal Polycarbonate Sheets are warranted for 10 years against loss of light transmission in excess of 6% by ASTM D-1003 and
yellowing in excess of (10) delta by ASTM D-1925. In addition, Polygal Polycarbonate Sheets are warranted for 10 years against
breakage due to hail. Warranty is non-prorated for 10 years when Polygal Polycarbonate Sheets are properly installed and maintained.
PolyClear™ Anti-Fog/Anti-Drip Condensation Control Finish is backed by a 10 year non-prorated performance warranty when
properly installed and maintained.
Warranty details available on request or on the Web at www.polygalusa.com
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SPECIFICATIONS
SECTION 08840-PLASTIC GLAZING
Proprietary Polygal Profiles
Three-part specification as recommended by Construction Specification Institute
H-Profile
Part 1 - GENERAL
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Plastic Glazing
B. Extruded Plastic Accessories
1.02 RELATED SECTIONS
A. Section 05100: Structure Metal Framing
B. Section 07600: Flashing and Sheet Metal
C. Section 07800: Skylights
D. Section 08900: Glazing Curtain Walls
1.03 DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
A. Plastic shall be classified(CC1) (CC2) ( ).
B. Glazing shall resist a ( ) psf inward and ( ) psf
outward design load with a safety factor of 1.5
and a maximum deflection of at least span/20.
1.04 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data:
1. Submit (2) ( ) copies of:
a. Catalogs showing Material Properties
and Solar Performance.
b. Installation Guidelines
c. Site Care and Handling Instructions.
d. Cleaning and Maintenance Instructions.
2. Submit (2) ( ) copies of the following tests:
a. ASTM D-635 describing Horizontal
Burn Characteristics and Light
Transmitting Plastic Classification.
b. ASTM E-84 or ASTM D-2843 describing
Smoke Density Rating.
c. ASTM D-1929 describing the Self
Ignition Properties.
B. Samples
1. Submit (2) ( ) 4" x 6" samples of the
selected Type, Color and Gage.
2. Submit (2) ( ) 6" long samples of extruded
plastic parts.
1.05 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
A. Approved Light Transmitting Plastic per (SBC)
(B/NBC) (UBC) ( ).
1.06 DELIVERY, STORAGE & HANDLING
A. Deliver sheets in Enclosed Wooden Crates.
B. Store in Dry, Shaded and Well Ventilated
areas. Prevent dirt or debris from entering
the cellular structure.
C. Store on a lean of 5-10° from the vertical.
1.07 WARRANTY
A. Written warranty against visible yellowing,
changing color, significant change in light
transmission and penetrating hail damage for
ten (10) years.
Warranty details available on request.
2.02 MATERIAL
A. Glazing:
1. (1/4") (5/16") (3/8") (5/8") (1”) thick
POLYGAL (Solar Grade) (RFX)
(Titan) (Triple-Clip) (Thermogal)
(Primalite) Extruded Polycarbonate
Structured Sheet.
2. Color shall be (Clear) (Bronze) (Ice)
(Custom) ( ).
B. Extruded Accessories:
1. Provide items indicated on the drawings.
2. Color to be (Clear) (Bronze) (Ice).
3. Gage shall match the glazing.
2.03 FABRICATION
A. Cutting:
1. Factory cut glazing to dimension required
for installation.
2. Cut so that no burrs, chips or other
deformations are apparent.
3. Factory clean each sheet of all debris,chips,
filings grease, oil or other materials lodged
inside the sheet.
4. Protect the surface of each sheet with a
Removable Film.
B. Tolerance:
1. Thickness shall meet ASTM C1036, Type I,
Transparent Flat Glazing.
2. Flatness, warp and overall bow shall meet
ASTM C1048.
3. Dimensional tolerance shall meet ASTM
C1048 for Transparent Glazing measured at
an ambient temperature of 75° F.
6mm & 8mm
U-Profile
6, 8, 10, 16mm
Bases & Caps
8-10mm
16mm
6mm
Flashing Profile
6, 8, 10, 16mm
Ridge Profile
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.01 EXAMINATION
A. Immediately upon delivery examine each crate
for evidence of damage.
B. Prior to installation examine each sheet for
damage.
3.02 PREPARATION
A. Treat open ends of each sheet immediately
upon opening crates so no dirt, debris or other
material becomes lodged in the glazing.
B. Immediately prior to installation expose the
glazing edges by peeling back the protective
film in an amount sufficient for the edge bite.
C. Verify openings are of correct size.
3.03 INSTALLATION
A. Install in accordance with Manufacturer's
Recommendations for edge bite and expansion
allowance.
B. Install the "Exposure Side" to the exterior.
C. Immediately after installation remove the
Protective Release Film.
6, 8, 10, 16mm
Aluminum Profiles
U-Profile
16mm
F-Profile
16mm
Screw Fastening System
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.01 MANUFACTURERS
A. POLYGAL U.S.A., Inc.
1227 Barberry Drive
Janesville, WI 53545
608-757-1313
FAX 608-757-1525
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3.04 CLEANING
A. Glazing should be installed clean. For
additional cleaning follow the Manufacturer's
Cleaning Instructions.
3.05 PROTECTION
A. Protect finished installation under provisions of
Section (01500) ( ).
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This information has been carefully prepared and is
believed to be entirely reliable. No responsibility is
assumed for inaccuracies. POLYGAL reserves the
right to make changes at any time in order to improve
design and supply the best product possible.