Bristolite Daylighting Systems a daylighting company located in Santa Ana, California is reminding people that Spring is right around the corner. Days will start getting longer, and bringing in more natural light can help reduce energy costs. The ove
(prHWY.com) February 27, 2012 - Ca, D.C. -- Bristolite Daylighting Systems a daylighting company located in Santa Ana, California is reminding people that Spring is right around the corner. Days will start getting longer, and bringing in more natural light can help reduce energy costs. The overall benefit of proper daylighting can have an enormous affect on a very small space.
What is Daylighting?
For many consumers, daylighting is an entirely new concept. Daylighting is a simple concept to understand. By placing windows, skylights, reflective surfaces, and designing buildings to allow more natural light in, but keep the heat out, consumers can achieve daylighting. Daylighting will provide plenty of natural light and plenty of shade at the same exact time. The benefit to consumers is less energy consumption.
Testing through simulation
A recent test proves that letting in more daylight can help massively reduce the amount of energy it takes to light a 100,000 square foot retail store. In a simulated test, 160 five foot by six foot skylights produced a total savings of over $46,000.
Not all skylights are created equally
There are different skylights for different applications. This same exact simulation using a completely different set of skylights saved just under $60,000. The difference was due to a set of skylights with a different solar rating. In the first simulation, the skylights that were used had a much lower solar heat gain, but the lower solar heat gain did not equate to more energy savings.
What has the biggest effect on a skylight and its ability to transfer light without heat?
The glazing on a skylight has the biggest effect on how it transfers heat, light and solar energy. Different glazing will provide different affects. A chart that explains the difference in glazing materials and how they affect the skylight can be found at the following web address:
http://bristolite.com/interfaces/glazing_selector.aspx. Consumers that considering skylights should use this guide to get a better understanding of what type of glazes will be best for their unique situations.
About Bristolite Daylighting Systems:
Bristolite Daylighting Systems helps provide customers with the most affordable ways to cut down on energy costs by employing skylights that allow more daylight into rooms. Located in Santa Ana, California, Bristolite Daylighting Systems services the entire United States. For more information on their products and to find a local respresentative in your area visit:
http://bristolite.com/, or call toll free 1-800-854-8618.
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