2. CONTENT
• What are SHADING DEVICES ?
• Why they are used ?
• Types of shading devices
• Designing
• Building Examples
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3. Shading devices are
equipments that are used
externally or internally or
in between the building
spaces to protect from
direct sunlight.
Objective is to create
comfortable internal
environment
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4. WHY SHADING DEVICES ?
• To reduce heat gain during summer, reduce the cooling loads and
therefore minimize costs.
• Improving internal environment for greater comfort.
• Some shading devices improve the internal or external aesthetics of
building.
• Therefore it is essential to use shading devices.
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