LIGHT ARCHITECTURE SOLUTIONS FOR THE BUILDING ENVELOPE

CONTENTS INTRODUCTION FACADE SOLUTIONS Danpal® Facade System CLADDING SOLUTIONS Danpal® create exceptional light architectural systems for building envelopes. Perfect for facades, cladding, roofing, skylights and shading applications, Danpal® makes it easy to design natural daylight environments. A truly global company with over 30 years’ experience providing unique solutions to architects - Danpal® have supported a multitude of renowned architectural projects. We offer customers a complete system of innovative, premium quality and customised solutions that can be supplied ready-to-install. SKYLIGHT...

Zénith, Limoges, France Danpal® Single Glazing Facade System Architect: Bernard Tschumi Architecte THE ARCHITECTURE OF LIGHT Danpal® offers a brilliant range of daylight harnessing architectural solutions designed for building envelopes. When you choose Danpal®, you choose light-transmitting architectural panelling systems with unmatched diversity and creative potential. Our customised and easy-to-install range of systems literally transform light – whether natural or artificial – into a powerful and versatile tool, for architectural creations that radiate inside and out. Danpal® specialises...

THE OPTIMAL BALANCE OF SOLAR AND THERMAL PERFORMANCE NATURAL LIGHT & WELLBEING Natural lighting in structures is proven to be beneficial on many levels. Sunlight makes us happier and more relaxed and enables us to feel the time change during the day. It saves energy and enables us to view objects with greater clarity. It’s no surprise architects are moving towards greater use of natural lighting that penetrates structures throughout the day. As people spend almost 90% of their time indoors, it is vital to create a comfortable solar and thermal environment for overall wellbeing. PROVIDING GREATER...

TRANSFORMING ANY STRUCTURE INTO A WORK OF ART Architects are constantly seeking innovative solutions and raw materials to create the extraordinary. Since our establishment, Danpal’s state-of-the-art systems have given architects the creative freedom to experiment with daylight in ever more experimental and inventive ways. Our extensive range of colours, textures and reflections, offers architects a rich palette for creating inspired structures that illuminate the user’s experience – indoors and out, at any time of day. Expo Shanghai 2010, China Danpal® Single Glazing Facade System Architect:...

ALWAYS LIGHT YEARS AHEAD THE FIRST COMPANY TO DEVELOP THE TRANSLUCENT PANEL STANDING SEAM SYSTEM A visionary in architectural technologies, Danpal® was the first company to develop the Danpalon® translucent panel standing seam system. We create unique daylight solutions for all types of building envelopes. For over three decades, Danpal’s® systems have been used around the world in architectural projects spanning commercial, education, transport, health, sports and high-tech industries. Danpal® solutions require minimal maintenance and offer excellent control of energy consumption, resulting...

IN HARMONY WITH THE ENVIRONMENT • Solutions which limit energy consumption: Our systems can adapt to variable climatic conditions for sensible management of available light. • Adapted to the HQE approach, which has defined building certification. HQE targets both the interior of the building, i.e. the health and comfort of users, as well as integration into the environment, saving resources and reducing waste. • Partnerships with the ADEME (Agency for Economic Development and Energy Control) and the CNRS (National Centre for Scientific Research) using precise measurements created in test cells...

DANPAL® SMART LIGHTING AND THERMAL SIMULATOR PREDICT THERMAL AND SOLAR PROPERTIES OF ANY STRUCTURE Well-designed buildings offer as much natural daylight as possible while still maintaining a comfortable internal environment. Danpal® provides the right tools for planning the most effective light openings – by integrating appropriate products, which exploit the optimal level of energy resources - anywhere in the world, any time of day. By using state-of-the-art software, Danpal® provides lighting and solar energy simulations. Danpal® is unique in offering simulation solutions – reflecting its...

FACADE SOLUTIONS Danpal’s translucent systems enable simple, quick and effective installation of facades. They are considered world leaders in their field. - CONTROLITE® FOR FACADES - DANPATHERM K12 / K7 - DANPAL® FACADE SYSTE

CONTROLITE® FOR FACADES INTELLIGENT DAYLIGHTING SYSTEM Light Optimisation for Facades SYSTEM BENEFITS Transform your facade into a dynamic wall of light. Controlite® features rotating louvres that adjust their position throughout the day to transmit the optimal amount of daylight. This intelligent system balances light levels and solar heat gain to transmit uniformly diffused light, creating comfortable indoor environments in even the harshest climates. Controlite® offers a dynamic, cost-effective solution which significantly lowers energy consumption and integrates sustainable design. • High...

DANPATHERM UNITIZED LARGE-SPANNING HIGH INSULATION SYSTEM FOR FAÇADES Light & Insulation Danpatherm is a unique, factory assembled building system designed to achieve high thermal performance and good light transmission with superb spanning capabilities. It is quick and easy to install, reducing labour costs and construction times. Danpatherm can be integrated with a complete LED lighting system, creating a radiant wall during the day and a light box at night. Camille Fournet Manufacturing, Tergnier, France Danpatherm Façade System Architect: Atelier Boris Cindric SYSTEM BENEFITS • Exceptional...

DANPAL® FACADE SYSTEM SINGLE GLAZED TRANSLUCENT FACADE The Freedom to Create Inspired Facades Danpal® Façade is a translucent system which integrates Danpalon® panels with glazing profiles and finishes. Designed to be installed on various types of structure envelopes, Danpal® Facade offers a multitude of benefits. It is lightweight and provides excellent resistance to impact and weather. It also offers UV protection, superior air and water tightness, high security and comfortable light diffusion. Our extensive range of colours, textures, finishes, reflections, and lighting offer architects a...