Oindustrial lanternis a roof structure installed at the highest point of the building: the ridge. The strategic openings in the clerestory provideair renewalinside factory warehouses, therefore being an excellent resource for those seeking thermal comfort and air quality in industry.
Furthermore, with a more pleasant thermal sensation, it will not be necessary to maintain constant operation of air conditioning devices, such as air conditioning. Therefore, saving electricity is also a very advantageous factor when choosing this great cost-benefit solution.
In this content, we will talk about the differences in materialsindustrial lanternand the types of work in which this structure is indicated. Continue reading and see how to make your shed more comfortable, modern and sustainable!
What are the compositions and functionalities of the industrial lantern
The basic functionality of the industrial lantern is to provide natural ventilation for factory warehouses, contributing to the renewal of internal air at zero energy costs. This is possible thanks to physical phenomena known aschimney and venturi effects, which occur at the entrances and exits of the structure, functioning as a powerful exhaust fan that takes dust, gases and any toxic particles out of the environment.
As for materials, the skylight has two parts: the structures and the ridge. The material used in the structures –galvanized steel or aluminum– does not interfere with its functionality. In other words, it will fulfill its purpose of natural ventilation regardless of the material chosen for the structure.
As for the ridge, the available materials aresteel or polycarbonate. If the cover is manufactured inprismatic polycarbonateor honeycomb, the louver gains extra functionality in addition to natural ventilation, also fulfilling the function of natural lighting in the warehouse.
Regarding the types of work in which they can be used, the industrial clerestory with galvalume steel structure and ridge is suitable for any type of warehouse. In fact, this is the most used model, as it offers excellent value for money.
The lanterns with a structure inaluminum, in turn, are recommended for factories that work withchemical or corrosive materials. The same goes for coastal works, due to the risk of corrosion resulting from sea air.
In relation to the ridge, the option for polycarbonate is recommended when the client wants to combineventilation and natural lighting. This is also a great choice for narrower warehouses, as the lighting in the industry is more uniform, bringing comfort and safety to carrying out activities.
In short, these are the materials available for the structures and ridge of the industrial lantern:
Tiles and trim
- Pre-painted sheets;
- Galvalume steel sheets;
- Post-painted aluminum;
- Aluminum.
Central ridge
- Pre-painted steel tiles;
- Galvalume steel roofing;
- Aluminum roof tiles;
- Prismatic or honeycomb polycarbonate.
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What to take into consideration when choosing the lantern for your industry
Let's now look at the aspects you need to consider to make the best choice in terms of return on investment.
Quality of materials
The materials of the industrial lantern need to be top of the line so that the solution operates at high performance. YouLanternins, from Grupo MB – company that has been a reference in the industrial ventilation and lighting segment for 20 years– have guarantee of origin and quality. Furthermore, they have the following advantages:
- They are light and easy to install;
- They do not emit noise;
- They do not require maintenance costs.
O MB GroupIt also offers these optional attributes for the clerestory:
- Intelligent system for controlling air flow according to the demands of each environment;
- Insect protection screens, made of aluminum or fiberglass with a PVC coating;
- Bird protection screen (bird screen) in welded and galvanized steel.
Supplier choice
We talked above about the importance of having quality materials to guarantee the return of the solution. In this sense, theright choice of supplierIt's the first step to avoid having a headache with installation and the final product.
In addition to all the functionalities and differences of the industrial lantern, theMB Groupit also offers complete sizing of the solution, layout development and delivery monitoring.
Tightness guarantee
Guaranteeing tightness is a fundamental point when we talk about lighting and natural ventilation solutions. This magnitude concerns the sealing efficiency of the structure, in order to prevent the entry of water and other external agents into the warehouse from generating infiltration and other problems in the structure.MB Group's solutions are 100% watertight and come with a 5-year warranty and technical assistance throughout Brazil.
So, if you want to invest in industrial lanterns with excellent cost-benefit and guaranteed returns,contact usand see how we can help!
