Benecke, the Hornschuch Surface Group, a global leader in coating development, part of Continental, has launched a new and impressive type of Jet Black (clear black) lamination film in three different versions. The product stands out not only in terms of color scheme, but also thermal characteristics, which allows us to recommend it for the external lamination of PVC windows, doors, garage doors and other facade elements. At the end of March, the opportunity to get acquainted with the new product will be presented to the participants of FENSTERBAU FRONTALE 2018 .

Just like in fashion, in architecture, at regular intervals, trends in color solutions change. For several years, shades of gray and anthracite, used for laminating or painting window and door profiles, have prevailed. Now a new direction has appeared: black windows. According to Continental, films for laminating PVC profiles in a deep shade of black meet current customer requirements.
Why black?
The fact that the pure black color was very in demand by architects and developers of the most exclusive and unusual projects served as a stimulus for the appearance of the novelty. However, until now it has been very difficult to offer this finish for facade structures with the appropriate properties that are required for outdoor use (strength, stability and durability). Black films have the peculiarity of absorbing a very high percentage of the received solar radiation, and at the same time they are very difficult to manufacture, since small changes in the formula bring closer to other tonalities, and they cease to be completely black.

Benecke - Hornschuch Surface Group has devoted years of researching, developing and testing various solutions and combinations to present this new design for PVC windows with the same guarantee as the rest of the collection for outdoor use, based on Cool Colors Plus technology ". With the innovative Jet Black film, it was possible to achieve a clean black coating for plastic windows without the risk of changing color or characteristics under the influence of external influences.
Continental recently unveiled this innovative product with its German system partner. The deep black color of the film resembles a semiprecious jet stone (also called Jet): impregnated fossil wood in the transition phase from lignite to coal.

“ For this reason, we called our lamination film“ Jet Black ”. Due to its extraordinary optics, it is ideally suited to modern architecture, emphasizing the cleanliness of the lines of windows on the facade. It is designed for investors, architects and designers who follow modern design trends , ”explained Rainer Irouschek, Vice President, Benecke - Hornschuch Surface Group, at Weissbach headquarters .
Jet Black Benefits: Low Heat Absorption
Profiles with dark surfaces heat up very quickly under the influence of sunlight, because they can reflect only part of the infrared radiation. The remaining radiation is absorbed and converted into heat. To minimize this effect, the company has created the Cool Colors Plus technology. Due to the three-layer structure of the PVC-based film, a reduction in heat absorption is achieved, especially in the case of a dark profile base.

The basis of this innovative window film is a white substrate, which is characterized by perfect properties in the field of radiation reflection. On the other hand, the surface layer provides extremely effective protection against ultraviolet radiation.
Pure black or “Jet black” passed the strictest German quality control at the SKZ institute on the basis of current regulations. Testing showed that Benecke - Hornschuch Surface Group was able to expand the range of properties and achieve resistance to weathering in the most extreme climates around the world. Thus, the dark colors of the lamination for windows provided by the supplier can be used without reservation even in extremely warm climates such as India, South America or the southern United States.
Jet Black Benefits: Durability
Window profiles on the facade work under the influence of a large heat load from the sun, especially in summer. Under these conditions, the profile may undergo deformation, which may adversely affect the operation of the windows. The new Cool Colors Plus technology solves this problem, also in pure black.
Laminated profiles in the Jet Black version convince with their exceptional technical properties because they are resistant to external influences, easy to clean and extremely durable. The black surface of the profile retains its color and shape even under extreme atmospheric conditions, and therefore is very well suited for coating elements of window products. In addition, the film also creates a protective screen for the profile.
A warranty of up to 10 years applies to all colors in the cool colors PLUS series worldwide. Thanks to this, investors and residents can enjoy their plastic windows for many years, admiring their appearance even at a distance - all without the need to perform troublesome work in terms of maintenance or care.
Jet Black Benefits: Color Variability
The new product is offered in three versions: with a natural, detail-rich wood texture; resembling matt sand, which gives the impression of an aluminum profile with a powder coating; in an exquisitely shimmering version to emphasize the elegance and style of the object. Such a palette of versions means that for all preferences there is a suitable black color that can be used in windows, doors, garage doors and facade elements to increase their expressiveness.