Information Paper 12/02 Control of solar shading
Publication Year
2002
Document Status
Withdrawn
Abstract
A wide range of motorised shading systems is available. The way these systems are controlled can have an important impact on building energy efficiency and on occupant comfort. Gives guidance on whether to use automatic or manual control or a mixture of the two, and describes control strategies and ways to implement them. It will be of interest to building designers and services engineers, and shading manufacturers and installers.
Document History
Should be read in conjunction with BRE Report 364 and Information Paper 11/02.
Author
Littlefair, P.
ISBN
9781860815843
Publisher Information
BRE
BRE is a building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps its government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities. BRE is owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.
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