Imagine a greenhouse that stays warmer in winters, cooler in summers, and stands strong enough to withstand a hailstorm, while still doing its job of nurturing your plants. A properly established greenhouse can make all the difference between average and thriving crop results. That is why many growers in Canada turn to polycarbonate - a material that boosts greenhouse efficiency through its unique qualities, such as strength, insulation, durability, and efficiency, which is transforming greenhouses across the globe.
Keeping plants healthy isn’t just a game of water and soil; it’s about creating the perfect environment for healthy growth. Factors like too much heat, not enough light, or constant repairs can affect yield results and cost valuable time and profits. Here are some key ways polycarbonate sheets can boost greenhouse efficiency.
- Superior insulation
Unlike glass, polycarbonate sheets have a multi-wall structure. This creates spaces in between layers for air to pass through, which results in excellent thermal insulation. This insulation slows down heat loss and creates a balanced and stable temperature. Basically, polycarbonate’s insulation properties work on trapping heat and reducing energy costs by a large amount.
- Light diffusion
Diffusion is the process of spreading light rays evenly throughout the greenhouse to reduce the intensity of heat caused by the sunlight. Polycarbonate roof panels provide this light diffusion and create consistent and soft light that reaches all plants equally. This boosts the photosynthesis of plants, betters their health, and reduces or prevents the possibility of “hot spots” or shadows occurring.
-
UV protection
One of the best properties of polycarbonate sheets is their UV-resistant coating that blocks harmful ultraviolet rays from entering the greenhouse. They prevent the risk of these rays coming into contact with delicate plants and damaging them, and affecting surrounding plants as a result. These panels are manufactured in a way that this property protects polycarbonate itself from degradation due to UV rays.
- Durability & Safety
Polycarbonate is practically unbreakable and is made to endure heavy use. They possess properties that make it hard for them to break or crack, which means they can be subjected to harsh weather or accidental knocks. This makes them a much safer alternative to glass, which can easily break or shatter under a little pressure and even cause heavy injuries. Consequently, a lot of long-term and maintenance costs are cut down while purchasing a polycarbonate sheet.
-
Flexibility & design
Polycarbonate is one of the most adaptable materials in terms of design and structure. Glass or any related material is heavy and fragile, which makes it less flexible as it can only be stretched so far. Whereas polycarbonate sheets are lightweight, strong, and extremely easy to handle, making them a smarter and more ideal choice for greenhouses.
Conclusion
At the end of the day, the efficiency of a greenhouse and the success of its yield come from the material it’s built with. Polycarbonate roof panels in Canada stand out because of their plethora of properties mentioned above, all of it while maintaining their integrity and flexibility. This material doesn’t just stand out due to its build, but its visual and aesthetic appeal as well, which attracts more greenhouse owners to it.
The transformation from traditional glass material or plastic is rapidly becoming the standard, and you should be at the forefront of it. Explore our high-quality range of polycarbonate panels today and experience a smarter greenhouse!