Food factory chooses Twinfix polycarbonate rooflight system

Polycarbonate roof glazing fitted at food factory to eliminate any possibility of broken glass contamination.

The Twinfix modular rooflight system, the Multi-Link-Panel NF (Non-Fragile), glazed with tough, 25mm opal multiwall polycarbonate, was recently installed in five 20 x 3 metre runs at a food-preparation factory in Liverpool where management were keen to avoid the likelihood of any falling broken glass contaminating their manufacturing lines in the future.  

The opal tint was specified as it allows natural light into the factory, whilst also helping to prevent glare from the sun and creating more comfortable working conditions.  One run incorporated aluminium insulated panels, fitted in place of the polycarbonate glazing, where additional shading was required over a lift shaft.  This now means that maintenance work can be undertaken out of direct sunlight.   And, with a U Value of 1.45 W/sq mK, the 25mm multiwall glazing really helps the company to retain heat inside their buildings, and cut down on their carbon footprint!

Should anyone gain access on to the factory’s flat roof they will not fall through the glazing, as these panels are designated Non-Fragile (or safe) to the HSE’s recommended drop test for roofing assemblies, ACR[M]001:2005.  

These modular panels are manufactured to size for each project and are delivered to site ready to fit.  Due to their patented ‘fix and link’ method of installation, fitting is extremely quick, meaning less factory down time is required during any refurbishment programme.  

Multi-Link-Panels are available in a variety of polycarbonate glazing tints and thicknesses and the aluminium frames can be powder coated to a range of colours.

Both the aluminium framing and the polycarbonate glazing can be recycled at the end of their long life span.