Solar – PVD and other coatings improve efficiency
The success of solar absorption surfaces lies in their efficiency. A major influencer on efficiency is the ability of the surface to minimise heat losses due to thermal radiation.
Metal Surfaces
Solar absorption – maximising efficacy
With government policies driving investment in all kinds of renewables, the efficacy of solar energy generation – in all its forms – is something of vital importance to profitability.
Metal decorative surfaces come of age in the kitchen
Kitchen trends are always evolving and if 2021 taught us anything, the kitchen is at the heart of the home and needs to be both practical and pleasing to the eye….
Choosing the right metal look and feel for your office interior
Workplaces were neglected for good reason over the past two years. Now however, with over two thirds of companies looking to adopt hybrid working practices in 2022….
Cool in look and touch – Alanod’s aluminium surfaces range
To take furniture and kitchen design to the next level, Alanod, the world’s leading manufacturer of specialised coated metal surfaces, is showcasing a range of…
Taking reflective surfaces to the next level
We all know that aluminium is a versatile material, but when the surface is treated to make it reflective, a doorway to a whole new world of opportunity is opened…
Reflective metals – from strawberries and sunshine to signage?
From UV reflective surfaces to solar absorber coatings, aluminium is found in a wide variety of applications. As a major aluminium stockholder in the UK, we are accustomed to getting requests for aluminium that is used in both traditional and non-traditional places.
Decorative metal finishes – a beautiful addition for metal fabricators
Metal has been used as a popular decorative feature in homes since 2700BC when the Ancient Egyptians began to bring it into their homes. Since then, tastes have shifted and evolved, but a glance…
Soaking up the rays?
With half the world’s energy consumption used for heat in residential and industrial applications, it is no wonder that governments are looking to diversify their heat production.
Under the spotlight – which solar absorber or reflective surface to use?
According to the latest data, the global solar thermal market is expected to grow at a CAGR of more than 3% over the period of 2020-2025 and global solar installed capacity at a CAGR of 13.78% from 2021 to 2026.