Light Weight : Dynamic : Recyclable
Ethylene Tetraflouroethylene commonly known as ETFE, is a type of plastic that is extremely corrosion resistant and very strong.
It has a number of material characteristics that are desirable for a project such as this.
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- Self Cleaning
- Extremely corrosive, resistant and strong
- Completely recyclable
- Transmits more light than glass
- Weights 1% of comparable glass panel
- Installation cost 25-70% less than that of glass panels
- Can be treated to modulate light transmission and appearance
- Dynamic Facade translucent/opaque capabilities
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ETFE characteristics are well suited to the hub structures for its ease of transport, durability, dynamic facades and flexibility.
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