TiO₂

When PVC or PTFE fiberglass membranes are coated with non-toxic and flame-resistant TiO_² (titanium dioxide),it produces a photocatalytic membrane that functions like the leaves of a tree, providing shade and comfort while actively neutralizing airborne pollutants and odors. The unique self-cleaning benefits of TiO_² allow the material to break down dirt and other organic materials through a chemical reaction with the sun’s UV rays, oxygen and water vapor, present in the air.

This reaction, known as oxidation-reduction, converts these materials into harmless gases and natural components without using excess chemicals, solvents or water. The resulting sediments are simply washed away by rain. As a result, the membrane material remains bright and clean, reducing the need for frequent service. TiO_² a revolutionary step for the North American green building market, improving the way roofing systems perform. The fabric is available in three choices each graded according to their degree of natural light transmittance.

These fabrics are ideal for urban or heavy traffic areas where non-industrial gas exhaust pollutants such as nitrogen and sulfur oxide (NOx and SOx) accumulate. In this reaction between TiO_² and the air, both nitrogen and sulphur oxide from vehicle exhaust emissions, are decomposed to produce cleaner, purer air; at a rate of 0.66g (NOx)/1000m²/h.*



* Removal performance is based on the capability to remove NOx being emitted during an hour drive at an average speed of 22km/h. Source: Professor Emeritus Akira Fujishima and Professor Kazuhito Hashimoto, Tokyo University.


TiO_² coated fabric membrane will reject all contaminants on the surface of the fabric, even paint seen here.