Polycarbonate Rigid Glazing Solutions

Dynaglas Corrugated Polycarbonate

DynaGlas has become an industry standard against which all other corrugated polycarbonate products for the horticulture market are compared. DynaGlas includes several products with a variety of features engineered specifically for commercial greenhouse use.

DynaGlas® was the first corrugated polycarbonate ever introduced to the commercial greenhouse market nearly three decades ago. Since then, DynaGlas has become an industry standard against which all other corrugated polycarbonate products for the horticulture market are compared. DynaGlas includes several products with a variety of features engineered specifically for commercial greenhouse use.

With more than 200 million sq. ft. installed worldwide, DynaGlas Plus® is the leading corrugated polycarbonate product for the commercial greenhouse industry. DynaGlas Plus features built-in condensate control that is so effective, it’s guaranteed for 10 years.

In general, polycarbonate is inherently susceptible to condensate formation, especially when used to cover totally enclosed environments like greenhouses. DynaGlas Plus is made with an exclusive manufacturing process that results in the industry’s first and most extensive 10-year condensate control warranty. Because effective condensate control is such a critical need for greenhouse growers, the “Plus” condensate control feature is now built-in to every DynaGlas product.

DynaGlasAll DynaGlas products feature built-in condensation control that is second to none. In fact, the performance is so good it’s backed by a 10-year limited warranty.

Applications

Roofs
Side Walls
Partitions
Barriers
Doors

Dynaglas Plus

Features

Available in a variety of tints and surface textures
Up to 92% PAR Light Transmission
Up to 100% Diffusion
Highly Impact Resistant
More than 200 million square feet installed over the past 25 years

Zero claims for yellowing or loss of light transmission
10-Year Limited Warranty Against Yellowing
10-Year Warranty for Condensation Control Performance
5-Year Warranty Against Damage Due to Hail

Product Specifications

Availability

Product Name	Dynaglas Plus, Dynaglas Solar Soft
Profile
Standard Length	Up to 48 ft
Standard Width	49.6" (73.6" width special order)
Thickness	.03" (0.8mm)
Standard colors	Clear, Opal (white), Grey, Diffused

Dimensions	Value (English (Metric))
Panel Widths (gross)	49.6" or 73.6" (1260 mm or 1870 mm)
Panel Widths (net after one corrugation overlap)	47.8" (±4 ft) or 71.8" (±6 ft) (1216 mm or 1824 mm)
Panel Lengths (custom cut to specification)	3' to 38' (914 mm to 11580 mm)
Corrugation/Wave Depth	Greca 0.625" (16 mm) \| Omega .591" (15mm)
Corrugation/Wave Pitch	2.99" (76 mm)
Weight	Greca .24 lbs./sf (1220 g/m2) \| Omega Greca .23 lbs./sf (1104 g/m2)
Thickness	0.03" (0.8 mm)

Thermal	Value (English (Metric))	Test Method
Optimal Service Temperature Range	- 40° F to +212° F (- 40° C to + 100° C)
Maximum Service Temperature	270° F (132° C)
Minimum Service Temperature	- 103° F (- 75 ° C)
Heat Deflection Temperature Load, 275° F (psi)	275	ASTM D-648
R / U-Factor and K-Value	R = .83 / U 1.20 = (K = 5.8 W/m2 K)
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion	3.6 x 10 -5 in./in./°F (6.5 x 10 -5 cm/cm/°C)	ASTM D-696
Thermal Conductivity BTU/lb. (F°)	1.4	ASTM C-177

Mechanical	Value (English (Metric))	Test Method
Tensile Strength at Yield, 2 in./min. (psi)	9,000	ASTM D-638
Tensile Strength at Break, 2 in./min. (psi)	9,500	ASTM D-638
Elongation at Yield, 2 in./min. (%)	> 6 %	ASTM D-638
Elongation at Break, 2 in./min. (%)	> 80 %	ASTM D-638
Tensile Modulus, 0.04 in./min. (psi)	340,000	ASTM D-638
Flexural Modulus 0.052 in./min. (psi)	310,000	ASTM D-790
Flexural Strength at Yield, 0.052 in./min. (psi)	13,500	ASTM D-790
Shear Strength (psi)	6,180	Factory Test
Izod Impact Strength, Notched (73° F), ft./lb./in.	18	ASTM D-256
Rockwell Hardness, R Scale	118	ASTM D-785
Impact Resistance (falling dart)	444 in. lbs. (50 joules)	ISO 6603/1
OSHA point-29	Passed 200 lb.	CFR 1910.23 (e) (8)
Uplift	Passed UL 90	UL 580
Longitudinal Bending Radius	16' (4.9 m) recommended; 13' (4 m) min.

Light Transmission/Diffusion	Light Transmission	Diffusion	Factory Test
Clear (DynaGlas Plus)	92%	>1%	ASTM D-1003
LDT	90.50%	0.10%	ASTM D-1003
SolarSoft 90	90%	0.40%	ASTM D-1003
SolarSoft 85	85%	1%	ASTM D-1003
Translucent White	42%	1%	ASTM D-1003
Transparent Gray	35%	0.10%	ASTM D-1003
UV Light Transmission (all products)	< 1 %
UV Protection (co-extruded; not laquer or laminate)	DG SE & Plus, 1 side; DG UV2 both sides		Factory Test
Yellowness Index	< 1		ASTM D-1925
Solar Heat Gain, ft.2 (BTU/hr.)
Clear		218
Solar Heat Gain, ft.2 (BTU/hr.)
Clear		218
Clear LDT		215
White-Opal		128
Gray		120

Other		Factory Test
Flammability Rating	CC2 (CC1 available if required)	ASTM D-635-91
Self Ignition	1030° F (554° C)	UBC Standard 52-3
Flash Ignition	840° F (449° C)	UBC Standard 52-3
Smoke Density (%)	51	ASTM D-2843
Smoke Developed	47	UL 723 (ASTM E-84)
Flame Spread	4.7 (Class A	UL 723 (ASTM E-84)
Condensation Control	Built-in; proprietary (10-year warranty)	Factory Test

Tolerances		Factory Test
Thickness	0.030" to 0.032" (0.77 mm to 0.83 mm)	Factory Test
Length	0 to + 0.5" (0 to +15 mm)	Factory Test
Width	± .4" (± 10 mm)	Factory Test
Visual Defects (inclusions, bubbles, black specks, gel, etc.)	If defect is not visible by inspection from a distance of 1 meter, it is not considered to be a defect. Surface abrasion may occur in transit. This is not considered a defect as DynaGlas is not intended for “architectural optical clarity” applications. This type of abrasion will not affect durability.

DynaGlas Solar Soft

DynaGlas® is now available with exclusive SolarSoft™ pigmentation. SolarSoft features all the advanced technology of DynaGlas Plus, such as 100% UV protection and guaranteed condensate control, but with SolarSoft pigmentation, you reap the benefits of up to 100% light diffusion. The purpose of this added technology is to diffuse the light that is transmitted through the sheet, while still transmitting a high level of PAR light (85% or 90%). The mechanical properties of DynaGlas SolarSoft can be considered the same as other types of DynaGlas, such as Clear, LDT, White/Opal or Gray. Diffusing the sun’s direct radiation has been found to be beneficial for plants. With DynaGlas SolarSoft, plants or flowers get very high levels of PAR light, but direct radiation of infrared is removed, which helps to reduce leaf temperature and plant burning. Furthermore, light penetrates deeper into the canopy, improving plant growth. SolarSoft can also be beneficial for people. A person standing under DynaGlas SolarSoft, while receiving almost the same amount of light as with Clear, will feel reduced radiation from the sun; and feel much more comfortable. The SolarSoft resin component is UV protected with the same co-extrusion protection as all other DynaGlas products (99.9% UV protection). DynaGlas SolarSoft incorporates technology that has been used to manufacture polycarbonate products for other markets for several years, thereby ensuring excellent performance, durability, and UV protection.

All DynaGlas products feature built-in condensation control that is second to none. In fact, the performance is so good it’s backed by a 10-year limited warranty.

SolarSoft 90 is recommended for virtually any greenhouse application where light diffusion is desired. SolarSoft 85 is recommended for high light areas where shading is typically required during summer months, or where growers desire light transmission and diffusion similar to double-poly film or fiberglass.

Features & Benefits

High PAR light transmission (up 90%)
Diffused, softer light (up to 100% diffusion)
Less shadows cast by structural members and/or curtain systems
Deeper penetration of light into the plant canopy
100% UV protection

Availability

Product Name	Dynaglas Plus, Dynaglas Solar Soft
Profile
Standard Length	Up to 48 ft
Standard Width	49.6" (73.6" width special order)
Thickness	.03" (0.8mm)
Standard colors	Clear, Opal (white), Grey, Diffused

Light Transmission Characteristics

DynaGlas offers the same sparkling clarity as glass. But because DynaGlas requires no shade casting glazing system, DynaGlas transmits as much as 7% more light than glass. DynaGlas Plus SolarSoft 85™ offers high light transmission (85%), but also offers 100% light diffusion, helping to spread light throughout the greenhouse and reduce shadows.

Dimensions	Value (English (Metric))
Panel Widths (gross)	49.6" or 73.6" (1260 mm or 1870 mm)
Panel Widths (net after one corrugation overlap)	47.8" (±4 ft) or 71.8" (±6 ft) (1216 mm or 1824 mm)
Panel Lengths (custom cut to specification)	3" to 38" (914 mm to 11580 mm)
Corrugation/Wave Depth	Greca 0.625" (16 mm) \| Omega .591" (15mm)
Corrugation/Wave Pitch	2.99" (76 mm)
Weight	Greca .24 lbs./sf (1220 g/m2) \| Omega Greca .23 lbs./sf (1104 g/m2)
Thickness	0.03" (0.8 mm)
Number of Corrugations/Waves	17 (49.6" panel) or 25 (73.6" panel)

Thermal	Value (English (Metric))	Test Method
Optimal Service Temperature Range	– 40° F to +212° F (- 40° C to + 100° C)
Maximum Service Temperature	270° F (132° C)
Minimum Service Temperature	– 103° F (- 75 ° C)
Heat Deflection Temperature Load, 275° F (psi)	275	ASTM D-648
R / U-Factor and K-Value	R = .83 / U 1.20 = (K = 5.8 W/m2 K)
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion	3.6 x 10 -5 in./in./°F (6.5 x 10 -5 cm/cm/°C)	ASTM D-696
Thermal Conductivity BTU/lb. (F°)	1.4	ASTM C-177

Mechanical		Factory Test
Tensile Strength at Yield, 2 in./min. (psi)	9,000	ASTM D-638
Tensile Strength at Break, 2 in./min. (psi)	9,500	ASTM D-638
Elongation at Yield, 2 in./min. (%)	> 6 %	ASTM D-638
Elongation at Break, 2 in./min. (%)	> 80 %	ASTM D-638
Tensile Modulus, 0.04 in./min. (psi)	340,000	ASTM D-638
Flexural Modulus 0.052 in./min. (psi)	310,000	ASTM D-790
Flexural Strength at Yield, 0.052 in./min. (psi)	13,500	ASTM D-790
Shear Strength (psi)	6,180	Factory Test
Izod Impact Strength, Notched (73° F), ft./lb./in.	18	ASTM D-256
Rockwell Hardness, R Scale	118	ASTM D-785
Impact Resistance (falling dart)	444 in. lbs. (50 joules)	ISO 6603/1
OSHA point-29	Passed 200 lb.	CFR 1910.23 (e) (8)
Uplift	Passed UL 90	UL 580
Longitudinal Bending Radius	16' (4.9 m) recommended; 13' (4 m) min.

Light Transmission/Diffusion	Light Transmission	Diffusion	Factory Test
Clear (DynaGlas Plus)	92%	>1%	ASTM D-1003
LDT	90.50%	10%	ASTM D-1003
SolarSoft 90™	90%	40%	ASTM D-1003
SolarSoft 85™	85%	100%	ASTM D-1003
Translucent White	42%	100%	ASTM D-1003
Transparent Gray	35%	10%	ASTM D-1003
UV Light Transmission (all products)	< 1 %
UV Protection (co-extruded; not laquer or laminate)	DG SE & Plus, 1 side; DG UV2™ both sides		Factory Test
Yellowness Index	< 1		ASTM D-1925
Solar Heat Gain, ft.2 (BTU/hr.)
Clear	218
Clear LDT	215
White-Opal	128
Gray	120

Other		Factory Test
Flammability Rating	CC2 (CC1 available if required)	ASTM D-635-91
Self Ignition	1030° F (554° C)	UBC Standard 52-3
Flash Ignition	840° F (449° C)	UBC Standard 52-3
Smoke Density (%)	51	ASTM D-2843
Smoke Developed	47	UL 723 (ASTM E-84)
Flame Spread	4.7 (Class A	UL 723 (ASTM E-84)
Condensation Control	Built-in; proprietary (10-year warranty)	Factory Test

Tolerances		Factory Test
Thickness	0.030" to 0.032" (0.77 mm to 0.83 mm)	Factory Test
Length	0 to + 0.5" (0 to +15 mm)	Factory Test
Width	± .4" (± 10 mm)	Factory Test
Visual Defects (inclusions, bubbles, black specks, gel, etc.)	If defect is not visible by inspection from a distance of 1 meter, it is not considered to be a defect. Surface abrasion may occur in transit. This is not considered a defect as DynaGlas is not intended for architectural optical clarity applications. This type of abrasion will not affect durability.

Patch Tape

A clear 9-mil polyethylene UV stabilized one-sided tape used to patch small holes in the film.

Sizes available:

2″ X 108′ (48 mm X 33 m)
4″ X 108′ (96 mm X 33 m)
6″ X 108′ (144 mm X 33 m)
An acrylic UV stabilized two-sided tape used to seam two pieces of plastic together.

Batten Tape

2.75” wide Polypropylene tape in black or white color.
Used to lash down Poly Film on the greenhouse