North Pole ‘Tara Polar Station’ Commission Antiglare Blinds For Scientific Expedition.
The Commission
The Tara Polar Station have recently commissioned several specialist shaped antiglare solar screens for the bridge of ‘newbuild B63′. The North Pole floating laboratory is a 27 metre drifting polar base named (a scientific base designed to conquer the Arctic). This exciting project was designed in collaboration with architect Olivier Petit and is one of the most unusual looking vessels we have seen. The vessel will be able to withstand extremely cold temperatures of between -20° and -52°C. Antiglare blinds for extreme weather conditions
The Solution
The team at Solarglide, pride themselves on not only providing a consultancy to improve performance, but also offer the best possible solution for challenging window designs. Once again, Solarglide have provided premium solar screens and privacy blinds for one of the most complex onboard installations to date. Careful consideration is also applied to the size and shape of all onboard windows – with a strong emphasis on complete functionality. Solarglide design, demo, test and check all shaped blinds, ensuring every product meets all the criteria mentioned – as well as providing a comprehensive robust blinds systems that offer longevity to all clients whatever the environment.
Conclusion
The arctic climate is an extreme environment, and one which is effected by the ocean sea – causing a high heat capacity. Throughout the summer, the North Pole stays in full sunlight, causing prolonged glare, potentially hindering scientific research and productivity onboard. Solarglide antiglare blinds were specifically designed and manufactured to accompany every irregular shaped window onboard the Tara Polar Station, reducing cooling demand by 40%, whilst blocking 55% of solar radiation. Solarglide solar screens are fully retractable, Type Approved by Lloyds register and come with a 7 year mechanical defects warranty. Please contact one of our experts for more information.
