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Plastics for hor ticulture POLYCARBONATE SHEET

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Plastics for horticulture

POLYCARBONATESHEET

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IMPACT ProTeCTIonDamage to greenhouse glazing can be hazardous and expensive. Marlon polycarbonate is 200 times more resistant to impact than glass, providing excellent protection against hailstones, vandalism and accidental damage.

wInD ProTeCTIonMarlon polycarbonate sheet has a very high stiffness to weight ratio providing a lighter glazing alternative ideal for greenhouse structures.

FIre ProTeCTIonMarlon polycarbonate sheets comply with most international fire resistance standards.

ConDensATIon ProTeCTIonThe optional anti-drip surface layer prevents the formation of water droplets and reduces condensation and associated fogging. This technology positively impacts crop yields byimproving photosynthetic light transmission and decreasing the spoilage caused by dripping.

UV ProTeCTIonThe co-extruded UV absorption layer acts to block the damaging UV radiation which burns plants, flowers and people whilst transmitting the natural solar light for photosynthesis, encouraging healthy crop development. The structured options are both insulating and light diffusing.

PLASTICS FOR HORTICULTUREINTRODUCTION

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Manufactured by plastics specialists Brett Martin, Marlon is a technically superior product which not only achieves the high levels of photosynthetic light transmission necessary for healthy plant growth but also combines high impact resistance, condensation control and UV protection.

Polycarbonate sheet for Greenhouse Glazing

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PLASTICS FOR HORTICULTUREPOLYCARBONATE SHEET

Polycarbonate sheet rangeAVAIlABle In A rAnGe oF MUlTIwAll, CorrUGATeD, CorrUGATeD MUlTIwAll AnD FlAT sheeT oPTIons, whICh Are eAsIly CUT or ColD CUrVeD, MArlon PolyCArBonATe CAn Be PerFeCTly InTeGrATeD InTo Any GreenhoUse DesIGn ConsTrUCTIon.

Clear sheet options maximise natural light transmission whilst a range of tints offer varying degrees of solar control. Advance sheet technologies include a diffuser opal tint which maximises on light transmission whilst eliminating hotspots and an optional anti-condensation layer which reduces fogging and associated dripping which can spoil crops.

FLAT POLYCARBONATE SHEET

CORRUGATED POLYCARBONATE SHEET

MULTIWALL CORRUGATED POLYCARBONATE SHEET

MULTIWALL POLYCARBONATE SHEET

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Marlon sT longlife carries a 10 year limited warranty.

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PLASTICS FOR HORTICULTUREMULTIWALL POLYCARBONATE

ACCESSORIES

OPTIONS

MARLON ST HORTICULTURAL RANGE

A full range of accessories are also available, please refer to the Accessories Product Guide.

• Double Sided UV Protection

• Condensation Control

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MULTIWALL POLYCARBONATE SHEETMarlon sT longlife is a lightweight multiwall polycarbonate insulating glazing sheet. It is manufactured from damage resistant polycarbonate with added co-extruded longlife protection from the effects of UV weathering.

Fourwall (Four) - thicknesses 8mm & 10mm

Twinwall (Twin) - thicknesses 4, 6, 8, & 10mm

Triplewall (Triple) - thickness 16mm

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PLASTICS FOR HORTICULTUREMULTIWALL POLYCARBONATE

The full Marlon ST range includes an extensive range of structures in thicknesses from 4mm to 55mm. For further details refer to the Marlon ST brochure.

Tints & ColoursClear Marlon sT longlife can achieve excess of 80% light transmission making it an ideal material for providing maximum daylight into a building. A range of tints are also available for varying degrees of solar control.

COLOUR 4mmTWINWALL

8mmTWINWALL

10mmFOURWALL

16mmTRIPLEWALL

Maximum light Clear 85% 82% 74% 77%

Glass Clear (g) – – – 75%

solar Control opal 39% 39% 34% 42%

Bronze 28% 20% 30% 18%

LIGHT TRANSMISSION

(g) Glass Fibre Filled

LIGHT TRANSMISSION

GLASS EFFECTThe addition of glass fibre to the sheet formulation creates an attractive sheet finish and can add to the aesthetics of a building.

SPECIALSspecial colours are available on request.

HEATGUARDMarlon sT heatguard is manufactured from a specially developed pigment which allows light to enter through the roof at the same time as deflecting solar radiation. Tests have shown that it can reduce solar transmission through the roof by over 50%.

MARLON ST CLEAR

For maximum light transmission

MARLON ST BRONzE

solar controlling tint

MARLON ST OPAL

Virtually opaque for softer light and privacy

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PLASTICS FOR HORTICULTURECORRUGATED POLYCARBONATE

OPTIONS

MARLON CS HORTICULTURAL RANGE

• Double Sided UV Protection

• Condensation Control

• Colours/Tints: Clear, Bronze, Opal, Diffuser Opal. (special colours also available on request)

CORRUGATED POLYCARBONATE SHEETMarlon Cs longlife corrugated polycarbonate sheet is a high performance glazing material with UV protection. with an impact resistance up to 200 times greater than glass, the robust yet lightweight nature of the product makes it ideal for horticultural applications.

Greca Profile

Iron Profile

Omega Profile

Marlon Cs longlife carries a 10 year light transmission warranty and a 3 year weather breakage warranty.

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ACCESSORIES

A full range of accessories are also available, please refer to the Accessories Product Guide.

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PLASTICS FOR HORTICULTURECORRUGATED POLYCARBONATE

Marlon Cs longlife is available in Diffuser opal, a soft opal tinted sheet with advanced solar control and enhanced UV resilience. Diffuser opal’s clever technology dissipates daylight as it travels through the sheet creating a much softer, diffused light inside the building minimising shadows and eliminating hotspots with can be damaging to crops. enhanced UV resilience reduces yellowing caused by prolonged exposure to direct sunlight allowing the sheet to maintain it light transmission properties for longer and prolonging the life of the sheet.

MARLON CS CLEAR

88% light Transmission0% Diffused

For maximum light transmission and clarity

MARLON CS CLEAR EMBOSSED

86% light Transmission20% Diffused

high light transmission privacy glazing with some light diffusion

MARLON CS DIFFUSER OPAL

73% light Transmission100% Diffused

high light transmission with complete light diffusion

Minimum order quantities may apply. Speak to your sales representative for more details.

Softer, diffused natural light. Minimises shadows and glare.

DIFFUSER PAL

Extensive range of profiles available. Please refer to the Marlon CS brochure for further details.

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MARLON CST HORTICULTURAL RANGE

Marlon CsT longlife carries a 10 year light transmission warranty and a 3 year weather breakage warranty.

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PLASTICS FOR HORTICULTURECORRUGATED MULTIWALL POLYCARBONATE

CORRUGATED MULTIWALL POLYCARBONATE SHEETMarlon CsT longlife corrugated multiwall polycarbonate sheet provides all of the characteristics of standard corrugated sheet with the added benefit of insulation from the multiwall structure. The sheets are co-extruded with longlife UV protection which protects the sheet from the damaging effects of UV radiation. Marlon CsT longlife can be used with fibre cement sheets or as a complete roof and wall sheeting material.

Triplewall (6mm) - 177/51 Profile

OPTIONS

• Double Sided UV Protection

• Colours/Tints: Clear, Glass Clear, Pearlescent, Opal.

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MARLON FSX HORTICULTURAL RANGEFlat Sheet - thicknesses 2mm - 15mm

PLASTICS FOR HORTICULTUREFLAT POLYCARBONATE

Marlon FsX longlife carries a 10 year limited warranty.

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OPTIONS

• Colours/Tints: Clear, Bronze, Opal. (special colours also available on request)

FLAT POLYCARBONATE SHEETMarlon FsX longlife is a premium quality extruded flat polycarbonate sheet characterised by high impact resistance, excellent strength to weight ratio, optical clarity, light transmission, durability, design flexibility and fire resistance. Marlon FsX longlife has double sided UV protection and provides a superior glazing solution to that of other flat glazing materials.

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horticultural roofing specifications

PLASTICS FOR HORTICULTURESPECIFICATION

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• UVprotectionfromdamagingultravioletrayswithupto90%transmission ofsolarlightforphotosynthesis

• Condensationcontroltomaximiselighttransmissionandreducemoisturespoilage

• Superiorimpactresistanceagainsthail,vandalismandaccidentaldamage

• Marlonpolycarbonatesheetscomplywithmost international fire tests

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Twin 8 1500 2100 3.4 82 80 0.92 0.79

Four 8 1500 2100 2.8 74 72 0.83 0.72

Twin 10 1700 2100 3.2 82 80 0.92 0.79

Four 10 1700 2100 2.5 74 73 0.84 0.72

Triple 16 2500 2100 2.4 77 73 0.84 0.72

Marlon Cs Greca 0.8 - 1 1400 @ 1mm 798 - 1260 5.7 88 83 0.98 0.84

omega 0.8 - 1 1390 @ 1mm 1108 - 1260 5.7 88 83 0.98 0.84

Iron 0.8 - 1 1360 @ 1mm 812 - 1260 5.7 88 83 0.98 0.84

Marlon CsT 177/51 Trw 6 2000 920 - 1152 3.33 79 76 0.86 0.74

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PLASTICS FOR HORTICULTUREPROPERTIES

CHEMICAL RESISTANCEMarlon polycarbonate has, in general, excellent resistance to most chemicals; resistance to specific compounds depends on concentration and temperature, duration of exposure and stress within the sheet. Contact with plastic coated metal sheets, wet wood preservatives, solvents and alkali cleaners should be avoided.

IMPACT RESISTANCEPolycarbonate exhibits greater resistance to impact than any other glazing material over a temperature range of -40 to +130°C. It is up to 200 times more resistant to impact than glass. high impact resistance means that Marlon polycarbonate is suitable for use in areas with a high risk of glazing breakage, such as areas prone to vandalism or hail storms, where other glazing materials might be inappropriate.

FALLING DART The impact test illustrated demonstrates the impact resistance of Marlon polycarbonate sheet. A striker of diameter 16mm contacts a sample of sheet placed on a support ring with inner diameter 38mm. A weight of 1.8kg is dropped on to the striker from a height of 1.5m. The resulting impact energy of 27nm only dents the sample: it does not crack or penetrate.

Properties PROPERTIESTEST

METHODVALUE UNITS

Mechanical Tensile strength at yield DIn 53455 >60 MPa

Tensile strength at break DIn 53455 >70 MPa

elongation at yield DIn 53455 6 - 8 %

elongation at break DIn 53455 >100 %

Modulus of elasticity DIn 53457 >2300 MPa

Charpy notched impact strength DIn 53453 >50 kJ/m2

Physical Specific gravity DIn 53479 1.20 g/cm3

refractive index nD5 DIn 53491 1.586

water absorption, 4h @ 23ºC DIn 53495 0.35 %

water permeability (thickness 1mm)

DIn 5322 <2.28 g/m2

Thermal softening temperature - Vicat ‘B’ DIn53460 148 °C

Deflection temperature (load 1.81MPa)

DIn53461 142 °C

linear thermal expansion DIn53752 6.8x10-5 m/m.k

Thermal conductivity DIn52612 0.2 w/m.k

Maximum service temperature Permanent 100 °C

- no loading short term 130 °C

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Weight W = 1.8kg

Maximum drop height H = 1.5m

Maximum energyof impact = 18 x 1.5 = 27Nm

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Brett Martin’s plastic sheets product range includes extensive options infoam PVC, polycarbonate, PVC, acrylic, aPET, PETg, SAN and styrene.

Head Office and Global SalesBrett Martin Plastic Sheets24 Roughfort Road,Mallusk, Co. AntrimNorthern IrelandBT36 4RB

Tel: +44 (0) 28 9084 9999Fax: +44 (0) 28 9083 6666Email: [email protected]

0315/4646

For the latest information visit the company’s web site:

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All reasonable care has been taken in the compilation of the information contained within this literature. All recommendations on the use of our products are made without guarantee as conditions of use are

beyond the control of Brett Martin. It is the customer’s responsibility to ensure that the product is fit for its intended purpose and that the actual conditions of use are suitable. Brett Martin pursues a policy of

continuous product development and reserves the right to amend specifications without prior notice. Marlon is a registered trademark of Brett Martin Ltd.

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