Understand why choosing a natural lighting solution in your industrial project makes all the difference in performance, comfort and maintenance.
In the specification stage of an industrial project, the definition of thenatural lightingis a decisive point. After all, in addition to contributing to energy consumption, this choice directly impacts the visual comfort of environments, employee productivity and even the durability of the roof.
In this scenario, many professionals are faced with the question:translucent tiles or Domus Linealight
Although, at first glance, they appear to be similar solutions, they deliver very different technical and operational results.
In this article, we will present a practical and technical comparison between these two alternatives, and show why MB Group's Domus Linealight is the most strategic choice for demanding and efficient industrial projects.
1. Understanding the systems: what are translucent tiles and Domus Linealight
- Translucent tilesThey are polycarbonate or fiberglass sheets applied punctually to the roof, with the function of allowing sunlight to pass through. They are common in basic projects, with lower initial investment.
- The Domus Linealight, on the other hand, is a linear system of continuous natural lighting, designed with prismatic or honeycomb sheets, whichdiffuses light evenly, reduces glare and providesgreater range and visual comfort. It is a technical solution standardized byABNT NBR 15.215.
2. Lighting efficiency: light distribution and performance throughout the day
One of the main problems with translucent tiles is thelighting focal point. The light enters in a direct, concentrated way and often generates areas of shadow or excess localized light, damaging the uniformity of the lighting.
Already theDomus Linealightwas designed to generateeven distribution of natural light, with projected beams designed to reach larger areas with visual comfort. This improves the ergonomics of the environment and reduces the need for artificial light throughout the working day.
Technical data:Domus MB can reduce the use of artificial lighting in certain types of warehouses by up to 8 hours per day.
3. Thermal comfort and UV protection: more than lighting
- Conventional translucent tiles, mainly made of fiberglass,do not block UV rays, raising the internal temperature and may cause thermal discomfort. Furthermore, they tend to yellow over time, losing efficiency.
- Domus Linealight useshigh quality prismatic sheets, which block UV rays and providelight transmission without heatingthe environment. This directly impacts energy consumption with air conditioning and employee comfort.
4. Durability, maintenance and aesthetics
Another critical point of translucent tiles is thelow durability. They are fragile, require frequent replacement and can compromise the waterproofness of the cover. The Domus Linealight has a long useful life,reinforced seal, galvanized structure and high performance materials.
Furthermore, Domus contributes to theaesthetic enhancement of the project, as it elegantly integrates with the roof and can be customized according to the architecture of the work.
5. Practical application and technical standardization
Domus Linealight follows theABNT NBR 15.215, ensuring lighting safety, thermal performance and compliance with legal requirements. It is available in prismatic or honeycomb models, with different finishing and sizing options.
What's more: Grupo MB offers complete technical support for engineers and architects, includingBIM libraries, calculation memory and modeling support in Revit.
A choice that reflects the value of your project.
Choosing between Domus Linealight and translucent tile goes beyond the initial cost. It is abouttechnical value, long-term performance and operational efficiency.
Domus Linealight offers:
✔ Uniform natural lighting
✔ Reduction in energy consumption
✔ UV protection and thermal comfort
✔ Durability and low maintenance
✔ Compliance with standards and technical support
For those who design with excellence, specifying Domus is a strategic decision.
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