Overview:

Range of transparent heat and glare control PVC coated fibreglass window covering fabrics for use in residential and commercial internal and external blind applications.

Product Description:

Range of screenfabrics for use as internal and external window coverings with a woven fibreglass fabric base coated in PVC. Fabrics effectively reduce heat and glare in internal spaces while maximising vision to the outside relative to their light transmission characteristics. The fabrics can achieve significant reductions in the demand for air conditioning, reducing electricity consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.

Mermet’s PVC/fibreglass range of fabrics are designed to resist moisture, bacteria, fading and warpage and are antimicrobial. Manufacturer states the fabric helps to distribute light more effectivley, preventing glare and reflection, with only a slight loss in luminousity.

Within the range, there are blind/screen fabrics designed to suit various types of internal and external blind applications, including roller blinds, roman shades, decorative panels, skylights, and flat, shaped or tensioned structures.

Mermet does not manufacture a finished blind product, but rather, the fabric/screen used in finished products.

Mermet is currently undergoing the process of obtaining GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality certification of their fabrics. This certification recognises low VOC products and their reduced potential human health impacts in indoor environments.

Use of this product is likely to contribute to the achievement of Green Star™ credit points.

Issues of Concern/ Red Lights?

The primary constituent of these fabrics is PVC (approx 52- 64%). PVC is a contentious material, and plasticised PVC contains phthalates.

Please see Glossary for more information on PVC.

Assessment Comparison:

Standard window covering fabrics, eg PVC, polyester, cotton, wool, viscose etc. 

Indicative cost:

Please contact Mermet directly to confirm pricing.

Projects:

Melbourne- Telstra Dome, Vodafone Arena, MelbourneAirport

Sydney- Hilton, Sydney Opera House, Parramatta Police Complex

Brisbane- Convention Centre, BrisbaneAirport, BMW

Adelaide- Hilton Hotel

 

Manufacture/Fabrication:

Fibreglass sourced from Mexico. PVC from France. Fabrics manufactured in US and France.

Availability:

ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA, New Zealand

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Assessment Criteria Satisfied

ENERGY/GREENHOUSE

Potential less GHG/ODP down stream

HABITAT & LAND

Reduced terrestrial impact

RESOURCE DEPLETION & EFFICIENCY

Eco packaging

HUMAN HEALTH

Low/reduced offgassing Reduced toxics or carcinogens

POLLUTION TO ENVIRONMENT

Reduced chemical toxicity through Life Cycle Reduced smog-forming potential

OTHER VITAL SIGNS

MSDS Independent Verification Doc Manuf Claim Environmental info about product Australian Standard

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