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Architecture Dressed in Light

Architecture Dressed in Light
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Architecture Dressed in Light

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Introduction
The document discusses the evolution and applications of polycarbonate systems by dott.gallina, a company that began in 1960 with automotive plastic trims and has since expanded into industrial and construction sectors, becoming a leader in thermoplastic technology.

Main Technical Features
Polycarbonate panels are noted for their transparency, functionality, elegance, resistance, and ease of installation, making them ideal for construction, architecture, and design projects, offering both energy savings and aesthetic benefits.

Surface Treatments
The document highlights surface treatments developed to enhance the performance of polycarbonate panels, focusing on climatic and visual comfort and energy savings. The arcoPure® treatment, developed with Pureti® Nano Air Solutions, uses photocatalysis to purify air by converting pollutants into water vapor.

Sustainability
dott.gallina is committed to sustainable practices, including a zero-waste production process, energy-efficient manufacturing, and the use of recycled materials. The company aims for energy self-sufficiency and reduced environmental impact, aligning with LEED® standards.

Customization and Creativity
Polycarbonate systems offer extensive customization in colors, sizes, and translucency. The arcoPlus® panels are available in various colors and can be tailored to specific project needs, supporting creative architectural designs.

Case Studies
  • Prada Foundation Museum, Milan: Uses arcoWall® systems for indoor and outdoor applications, ensuring thermal insulation and light management.
  • IL CENTRO Arese Shopping Mall, Italy: Features a 17,000 sqm translucent skylight, providing thermal insulation and a natural atmosphere.
  • Garage Museum, Moscow: Incorporates a double-wall polycarbonate system for thermal insulation and energy savings.
  • Protoshop Lamborghini, Italy: Demonstrates energy-efficient design with polycarbonate facades, achieving high thermal performance.
  • Sporting Circolo della Stampa, Turin: A fully translucent building maximizing solar lighting benefits, with customized panels for visual comfort.
  • Genova Cornigliano Civic Center: Combines polycarbonate panels with concrete and steel for a public space that retains industrial identity while enhancing natural light.
Project Overview
The document outlines various architectural projects utilizing polycarbonate panels for their unique qualities, such as UV-MATT treatment and versatility in applications like roofing, facades, and internal cladding. These projects are located worldwide, including Italy, England, Spain, the USA, and France.

Key Projects
  • Genova Cornigliano Civic Centre, Italy: Utilizes polycarbonate panels for roofing, facades, and internal cladding, integrating natural elements like light and greenery.
  • Beacon of Light, Sunderland, England: An educational and sports facility using polycarbonate to maximize natural lighting and community engagement.
  • Gissi Sports Hall, Italy: Features a dual-level design with polycarbonate panels providing a luminous and airy appearance.
  • San Rossore Sport Village, Pisa, Italy: A multifunctional sports facility with a translucent curtain wall enhancing natural light and energy efficiency.
  • Turó de la Peira Sports Center, Barcelona, Spain: Incorporates a green façade and polycarbonate for thermal insulation and visual comfort.
  • Glorya Kaufman Performing Arts Center, Los Angeles, USA: A remodel using polycarbonate for a glowing façade, enhancing the building's aesthetic and sustainability.
  • Sorbonne Clignancourt Université, Paris, France: A campus renewal project using polycarbonate to differentiate areas and enhance visitor orientation.
  • Morgan Station, Chicago, USA: Features polycarbonate canopies for natural lighting and weather protection.
  • MEETT Expo Toulouse, France: A large-scale exhibition center using polycarbonate for its façade, providing daylight and a modern aesthetic.
Technical Specifications
The document includes details on polycarbonate modular systems, highlighting their thermal insulation properties and modular interlocking systems for various thicknesses and applications.
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Catalog excerpts

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The plastic materials division of dott.gallina was founded in I960 by Pier Aulo Gallina for the production of plastic trims in the automotive industry. Over the years the company has extended its product lines to develop polycarbonate systems solutions for industrial applications and construction industry customers. Today, we are a leading world-class multinational company with headquarters in seven countries, supplying customers worldwide. Thanks to our strong investments in R&D, we are advancing the thermoplastic technology industry. dott.gallina polycarbonate products and systems are heavily...

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Multiwall polycarbonate MAIN TECHNICAL FEATURES

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IMPACT RESISTANCE COMFORT LIVING Not all transparent surfaces are the same: the right transparency for every use! A long series of technical properties characterize polycarbonate panels, allowing them to be the right solution for applications in various fields, mainly in construction, architecture and design. Functionality, elegance, resistance, light, color and ease of installation are unique ingredients all together in developing innovative projects. THERMAL INSULATION NATURAL LIGHTING ENERGY SAVING VISUAL COMFORT

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change the game of your project TRANSLUCENT APPLICATIONS

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BUILDING ENVELOPES Modular polycarbonate systems destined to building sector offer innovative application opportunities, such as to be used in architectural realizations with international reputation, ensuring to guarantee their high performance in terms of physical- mechanical characteristics, energy saving and aesthetics. CONTINOUS FACADES CURVED OR FLAT ROOFINGS CURVED OR FLAT SKYLIGHT CANOPIES SHED

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your projects SURFACE TREATMENTS

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In order to meet the new architectural application requirements, we have developed a range of surface treatments that can improve the performance of polycarbonate panels according to their specific use. By analyzing the critical issues, we can offer a product that satisfies the user's needs, providing solutions to ensure climatic comfort, visual comfort and energy savings. elegant aestehtic combined with silk soft touch to prevent surface damages with special warranty two sides of same panel with different 3 technologies together to get extra-performances to clean and purify the environment

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the future of translucent building ALL BENEFITS OF NATURAL LIGHT

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ENERGY EFFICIENCY PRODUCTION ZERO-WASTE PROCESS One of the ongoing ethical goals that the company has set is to be part of a responsible supply chain that actively works to offer the construction market products with sustainable added value. Our daily commitment begins with the selection of raw materials and sources, continues through the design of both the product and the extrusion plants, and concludes with an assessment of the energy impact of product installation.In particular, we have redesigned our factories with the aim of achieving a circular production process, eliminating environmental...

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FROM THE PROJECT TO THE PRODUCT

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Our products are extremely customizable about colors, sizes, surface finishes, translucent degrees Fully integrated manufacturing process, manufacturing machines designed and produced in-house, internal full-fledged R&D department bringing Polycarbonate Systems Technologies to the next level for the past 60 years. Our know-how and deep understanding of materials, help our clients to create cutting-edge building designs, redefining “impossible” in the construction industry. An obsessed culture dedicated to customer satisfaction allows us to go far beyond standard dimensions and characteristics....

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Creativity with no-limits A RICH WARDROBE OF NUANCES

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TRANSPARENCY . UV RAYS PROTECTION. THERMAL INSULATION TRANSPARENCY . UV RAYS PROTECTION. THERMAL TO INSULATION LIGHTNESS_FLEXIBILITY_SHOCK RESISTANCE_FIRE CERTIFICATION_EASY INSTALL TRANSPARENCY . UV RAYS PROTECTION. THERMAL TO INSULATION LIGHTNESS_FLEXIBILITY_SHOCK RESISTANCE_FIRE CERTIFICATION_EASY INSTALL LIGHTNESS_FLEXIBILITY_SHOCK RESISTANCE_FIRE CERTIFICATION_EASY TO INSTALL UV UV the 21 translucent satin shades, that make up the brand new By choosing among UVit’s possible to satisfy most architecture needs with high product ReadyToGo palette, quality and fast delivery for the worldwide...

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Prada Foudation Museum Located in a former gin distillery dating from 1910 in the Largo Isarco industrial complex on the southern edge of Milan, the new home of Fondazione Prada is a coexistence of new and regenerated buildings, including warehouses, laboratories and brewing silos, as well as new buildings surrounding a large courtyard. The complex aims to expand the repertoire of spatial typologies in which art can be exhibited. The project consists of seven existing buildings, and three new structures: Podium, a space for temporary exhibitions; Cinema, a multimedia auditorium; and Torre, a...

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IL CENTRO Arese Shopping Mall Here is our contribution to the largest shopping mall in Europe. The historical Alfa Romeo decommissioned factory, completely renovated with a wonderful, immense, translucent 17,000 sqm skylight. Polycarbonate panels have helped create a magical atmosphere of a traditional city street, while offering state of the art thermal insulation over the entire building for every season. The whole design is inspired by the geometry of the ancient local courtyards architecture to create a timeless social gathering place to improve citizen’s lives. A gorgeous 120.000 sqm location,...

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Garage Museum Gorky Park Give a new value to the history of the famous 1960’s Vremena Goda palace. The vision for the restoration of this magnificent building is to transform the old Soviet monumental structure into a cultural center which includes exhibition spaces, offices, a creative learning center for children, a coffee shop and a spectacular auditorium. The new eco-design using original elements, includes bricks, tiles, pillars and mosaics with everything beautifully wrapped with an innovative translucent envelope. The contrast between these two architectural styles and the phenomenal sunlight...

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