What is a glass greenhouse?

A glass green house, also known as a glasshouse or a hothouse, is a type of greenhouse structure that utilizes glass as the primary material for its walls and roof. Glass greenhouses offer several advantages over other types of greenhouse materials, such as plastic or polycarbonate. Here are some key benefits and advantages of glass greenhouses:

What is glazing in a greenhouse?

We use the term glazing to describe any transparent structural material, whether glass, rigid plastics like polycarbonate, or plastic films. If designing your own solar greenhouse, these materials are critical to greenhouse efficiency and performance.

Why do greenhouses use plastic films?

Light transmittance: The plastic film is designed to achieve optimal light transmittance, ensuring that plants receive the sunlight they need for photosynthesis. Some films even have light diffusion properties, which help distribute light evenly throughout the greenhouse, reducing the risk of damaging plants due to overheating.

What is a greenhouse integrated PV (gipv) module?

Get in touch! Traditional greenhouses rely on external fossil fuel derived energy sources to power lighting, heating and forced cooling. Specially designed BiPV solar glass modules for greenhouses, Heliene’s Greenhouse Integrated PV (GiPV) modules offer a sustainable alternative with no additional racking or support required.

What materials are used in a solar greenhouse?

In a solar greenhouse, glazing materials are critical to efficiency and performance. Glazing can be made from glass, rigid plastics like polycarbonate, or plastic films.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of glass greenhouses?

Glass greenhouses offer several advantages over other types of greenhouse materials, such as plastic or polycarbonate. Here are some key benefits and advantages of glass greenhouses: Light Transmission: Glass has excellent light transmission properties, allowing a high percentage of sunlight to enter the greenhouse.