Africa is a continent with extremely diverse climates. From the hot and dry northern desert area to the humid and sultry central tropical rainforest, to the Mediterranean climate with distinct winter and summer in the south, the natural environment in which the building is located is extremely challenging. As an important part of the facade of modern buildings, the glass curtain wall system must be scientifically selected according to the local climate conditions in Africa to achieve the unity of energy saving, safety, comfort and beauty.
1. Glass curtain wall solutions suitable for various climate zones in Africa
1. Tropical rainforest climate zone: high humidity and high temperature, mildew and heat prevention are the key
Recommended curtain wall system: hidden frame glass curtain wall + hollow LOW-E glass + external shading design
Glass configuration: 6+12A+6mm hollow double silver LOW-E tempered glass
Key functions:
Inhibit indoor heat accumulation and reduce air conditioning load
Anti-ultraviolet, anti-condensation inside glass
Hidden frame design reduces thermal bridge effect
Applicable countries: Congo (Kinshasa), Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, etc.
2. Tropical savanna climate zone: mainly heat insulation and energy saving, stable and wind-resistant structure
Recommended curtain wall system: unitized glass curtain wall + LOW-E hollow glass + double-layer sealed structure
Glass configuration: double-layer hollow LOW-E + Laminated tempered glass
Key functions:
Effectively block sunlight radiation in high temperature seasons and reduce room temperature
Strongly seal and resist wind pressure, adapt to strong winds in rainy seasons
Factory prefabrication, quick installation, suitable for tight project cycles
Applicable countries: Kenya, Tanzania, Nigeria, Uganda, etc.
3. Desert climate zone: heat and sand resistance, self-cleaning and low-maintenance design is essential
Recommended curtain wall system: double-layer curtain wall system + heat-reflective glass + self-cleaning glass coating
Glass configuration: outer layer of highly reflective tempered glass + inner layer of hollow laminated glass
Key functions:
Adapt to the temperature difference between day and night, good internal ventilation and heat insulation performance
External surface self-cleaning coating reduces wind and sand adhesion
Support system needs to be resistant to wind and sand abrasion, strong sealing and dustproof
Applicable countries: Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, Libya, Sudan, etc.
4. Mediterranean climate zone: balance beauty, lighting and energy efficiency
Recommended curtain wall system: semi-hidden frame glass curtain wall + hollow glass (with shading coefficient control)
Glass configuration: double-layer hollow glass + LOW-E coated glass
Key functions:
Insulation in winter, heat insulation in summer, and reduced energy consumption
High degree of freedom in facade design, suitable for commercial complexes or high-end office buildings
Enhanced visual experience with manual or electric shading systems
Applicable countries: South Africa (Cape Province), northern Tunisia, etc.
