On very hot days, it can actually be dangerous to be exposed to the sun without protection. The municipality of Balingen therefore called in experts from Gridparity AG to discuss solutions to this problem. The company’s concept is based on canopies with semi-transparent double-glazed modules that offer a high degree of transparency while still providing shade.
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Stable construction made from glulam beams
The roof structures consist of glulam beams that have been treated several times with wood preservative and are available in various colours. These are mounted on galvanised steel tubes. The electrical cables are routed safely through the pipes into the cable ducts in the ground.
Erich Merkle of Gridparity: Glass-glass modules open up new applications (Video)
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