FDA Building
Location: Irvine
The Challenge
Excessive solar heat gain causing unbearable temperatures during summer months stressing AC system in the hot Southern California summer months.
Curtain wall glass required extensive scaffolding to be erected allowing for access to the problematic western glass wall.
The Solution
20K sf of 3M NV25 energy film.
Duration: 4 weeks
The Result
3M window film reduced over 40% of the heat coming through the windows reducing the interior temperature by an average of 7 degrees.
ROI: <60 months
Utility Rebates: Yes
Merck
Excessive heat gain through clear IG windows stressing building chillers.
Lobby glass required 11 stories of scaffolding erected, broken down, moved and re-erected in three separate locations during the installation.
