Palram SUNTU Plus User Manual
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SUNTUF
Corrugated Polycarbonate Sheet with Anti-Condensation
Plus
Greenhouse Installation Guide
61326 - 03.2014
Greenhouse Installation Guide
Content
Introduction 2
Main Benefits 2
Profile Dimensions 2
Distance Between Purlins 3
Handling and Storage 3
Cutting 3
Drilling 4
Chemical Resistance - Compatible Adhesives & Sealants 4
Sealing 4
Use of Shading Compounds 5
Positioning the Sheets 5
Overlap 5
Arching Radius 6
Roof and Wall Fastener Location 6
Screws, Washers and Gaskets 6
Sheet to Sheet Stitching Fasteners 7
Additional Accessories 7
Standard Accessories for SUNTUF® Plus 8
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Greenhouse Installation Guide
Introduction
SUNTUF Plus has special benefits that allow it to give plants the best nurturing conditions. SUNTUF Plus sets the standard for efficient
greenhouse roofing with more than 25 million square meters currently installed, offering guaranteed elimination of condensation dripping
and optimal PAR light transmission needed for plant growth.
SUNTUF Plus with the unique condensation control allows up to 30% light transmission increase at peak condensation periods,
as seen in the table below. The sheet also reduces disease resulting from condensation dripping. SUNTUF Plus is offered with
anti-condensation treatment on both sides for retractable greenhouse roofs.
Main Benefits
Up to 90% light transmission
Eliminates condensation drip
Retains its performance for many years
Virtually unbreakable
Blocks out UV and far IR radiation
Available with 20% and 100% light diffusion
Allows energy savings of up to 50%
Flexible and easy to install
Optional UV protection on both sides
Wide service temperature range
Available in 1260 mm and 1870 mm widths
In cold climates: Reduces snow buildup in comparison with twin-wall
a10 year limited warranty
Profile Dimensions
Width
(mm)
1260 1210 76 17 1* 3.5
1870 1820 76 25 1* 2.5
* Two corrugations length overlap is recommended for slopes below 15%, or in case of extreme weather conditions (excessive
rain and/or wind.)
Greca 76/18 Profile
Effective Width
(mm)
26
26
76
76
Corrugations Pitch Distance
(mm)
1651
1260
1651
1870
Number of Corrugations Wave Overlap Percent Overlap
Omega 76/15 Profile
30
76
30
76
2
15
15
1260
1870
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