Outdoor · Glass shading
Over-glass awnings. Stop heat before it passes through the glass.
External shading is an effective solution for conservatories and glass roofs when the aim is to intercept summer heat as early as possible.
What defines this solution
External shading works where heat builds up.
Over-glass awnings sit above the glazing. They reduce direct solar exposure before it heats up the glazed space and are also suitable for complex roof shapes.
Inspiration
Over-glass awnings can create very different effects.
The benefits for you
More than a product. A difference in everyday life.
Thermally effective
Solar energy is intercepted before it reaches the glass.
Guided fabric
Tensioning and guide systems keep the fabric running smoothly and securely, even on sloping surfaces.
Special shapes
Depending on the system, hipped roofs, sloping sections and more complex roof shapes can be shaded.
Can be automated
Motorised operation, radio control and automatic weather controls ensure that the shading responds in good time.
The right direction
Shade from the outside before the glass heats up.
For conservatories and glass roofs, over-glass shading is the most thermally effective fabric solution. The guides and fabric tension must be precisely matched to the roof geometry.
ARNEX
ZIP or counter-tension systems for glass roofs and conservatories, also suitable for retrofitting to compatible systems from other manufacturers.
A selection tailored to your project and installation requirementsAIROMATIC
A compact solution for small to medium-sized glazed areas and straightforward roof shapes.
A selection tailored to your project and installation requirementsTARGA / TARGA PLUS
For more demanding roof shapes and larger or more complex shading requirements.
A selection tailored to your project and installation requirementsPLANIGRAPH system selection
Systems for different requirements.
The system names make it easier to find your way around, including in manufacturers’ documentation. Together, we determine which option suits your space, architecture and intended use.
ARNEX
Conservatory shading for glass roofs, with external solar shading for effective heat control.
AIROMATIC
Guided conservatory awning for a range of roof configurations and installation settings.
TARGA / TARGA PLUS
KLAIBER system range for demanding conservatory and glass roof geometries.
PLANIGRAPH expertise
Compare systems. Plan the right solution.
For extensive glazed areas, external shading is often the best choice for thermal performance. The key is to ensure that the guides, fabric tension and wind protection suit the roof geometry.
The system names help you find your way around the range and, later on, the manufacturer's catalogue. The technically suitable version depends on the installation setting, intended use, size, wind exposure and desired features.
Design & comfort
With above-glass awnings, the mechanism is key to keeping the fabric smooth and stable over time.
Thermal performance
Direct solar energy is intercepted before it reaches the glazing – a clear advantage for glass surfaces exposed to strong sunlight.
Guides
Guide rails, counter-tensioning and fabric tension must operate in a controlled manner, even on sloping surfaces.
Wind & weather
External systems are more exposed to the elements. Sensors and the manufacturer's operating limits must therefore be factored into the planning.
Maintenance access
The motor, cassette and guides must remain accessible for servicing and cleaning after installation.
More perspectives
Materials, architecture and use change the overall effect.
Different installation settings show how the solution looks on a terrace, in a garden or alongside a glazed surface, and which details matter when planning and designing it.
Planning
To ensure the solution runs smoothly once installed.
For outdoor products, architecture, weather, fixings and operation must all be considered together. We clarify these points before providing a quotation.
PLANIGRAPH Service
Service for existing systems.
Repairs, retrofitting and controls remain part of PLANIGRAPH’s service even years later. Select the service that suits your existing system.
Fabric, folding arms, bearings, motor, controls and fixings for existing awnings.
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Checking and upgrading motors, radio controls, handheld remote controls, sensors and existing solar shading controls.
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Add targeted sun, privacy or heat protection to existing buildings and installations.
View service →Frequently asked questions
The questions that really matter before you decide.
Why does external shading provide better protection against heat?
Because a greater proportion of solar energy is intercepted before it heats the glazing and the interior.
Can an over-glass awning be fitted to a glass roof from another manufacturer?
Retrofitting may be possible, depending on the system, panel layout and fixing method. This needs to be assessed on site.
How important is automatic wind control?
It can be very useful for exposed external systems, but it does not remove the need to observe their structural operating limits.
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