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The leading Belgian climate screen manufacturer Phormium announces the introduction of a brand-new revolutionary energy screen:
Diamond. This is a transparent energy screen with a number of unique features:
- High light transmission: up to more than 3% higher than the current market standard – a shading level of only 8% (Phormium method) or 23.6% (WUR, NEN 2675)
- Integrated DryTec™ technology for efficient moisture regulation and optimal light transmission during condensation on the screen
- 47% energy savings
Over the past two years, Diamond has been extensively tested in various research centres and by professional growers in different regions. Phormium expects Diamond to generate strong global interest, particularly among vegetable growers. The combination of high light transmission and significant energy savings will help growers take their profitability to the next level.
The secret behind Diamond lies in a new patented weaving pattern developed in-house by Phormium, combined with state-of-the-art yarns and the new DryTec technology.
For Phormium as a company, the introduction of Diamond also marks the beginning of a new era. At its Belgian production site in Lokeren, an investment plan is currently being rolled out, including the installation of new high-tech weaving looms that will enable Phormium to further scale up production in the coming months and years.
More info:
Jesse Verbeke
Application Manager
- +32 (0) 499 730 909
Joshua Gauche
Sales Manager USA, Canada, UK & Ireland
+32 477 77 6858
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