Why Preventing Heat Gain Matters in Commercial Buildings
Not all sunlight is the same. While we see visible light, it’s infrared (IR) radiation that carries the majority of the sun’s heat. You can’t see it, but you feel it. And when it enters a building, it’s the main driver of rising indoor temperatures.
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Once infrared heat passes through glass, it’s absorbed by internal surfaces and trapped, creating a greenhouse effect that increases reliance on air-conditioning.
That’s why the most effective strategy is simple: stop the heat before it gets inside.
This is where external shading solutions like Serge Ferrari Soltis 92 make a measurable difference. Designed for commercial outdoor blinds, Soltis 92 works by blocking infrared heat from the outside, dramatically reducing internal temperatures and lowering energy consumption, supporting more sustainable, cost-efficient buildings.
Importantly, performance doesn’t come at the expense of amenity. Its micro-ventilated fabric structure still allows for clear outward visibility, maintaining natural light and connection to the outside environment. Add in Précontraint® technology for long-term dimensional stability and a 10-year warranty, and it’s a solution built for durability as well as performance.
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