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Briteway® Polycarbonate Canopies and Walkway Covers
Protect occupants from the elements while highlighting entryways with a Briteway® canopy. From custom designs to simple walkway covers, we have a system that fits your project's unique needs.
Liteway™ CanopiesFRP Panel Glazed Canopy Systems
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Product Information
Liteway™ translucent panel canopies feature a lightweight sandwich panel design with fiberglass reinforced polymer (FRP) face sheets that provide light and solar heat gain control. Their light weight and unique aesthetic make them a versatile design tool that’s customizable for a range of canopy, walkway and awning applications.
Product Highlights
- Numerous standard shapes (pyramids, polygons, single slopes, ridges) as well as fully custom designs
- Standard or custom grid patterns allow for design flexibility
- FRP face sheet is available in a range of colors
- Individual panels up to 5 feet wide and 20 feet long (depending on load requirements)
- Spectra-Grid™ color option provides a stained-glass-like look
- Numerous finish options available – from clear anodize to custom color matching
Liteway™ FRP Canopy Solutions
Versatile FRP Canopy Solutions
Liteway™ Fiberglass Reinforced Polymer (FRP) canopies are lightweight, can be custom designed to fit just about any canopy need, and protect building occupants and visitors from the elements while keeping access to natural light and creating bright, welcoming spaces.
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Technical Information
General Information
- Glazing Panel Thickness: 2.75 in (70 mm)
- Panel Width: Up to a Maximum of 5 ft
- Panel Length: Up to 10 ft long (may vary with load requirements)
- Panel Weight: 1.5-2 lbs/ft²
Base Options
- Glazing Technology: Ultimate Series™ FRP face sheet technology for long-term performance
- Glazing Color Options: Interior: Crystal or White, Exterior: Crystal, White, Ice Blue, Aqua, Desert Rose, Tan (Consult KLA for other custom options)
Certifications & Test Results
- Air Permeability - ASTM E 283 - 2.75 in system: <0.01 CFM/sf @ 1.57psf & 6.24psf
- Water Permeability - ASTM E 331 - 2.75 in system: Pass @ 6.24psf & 15psf
- Acoustic Insulation - ASTM E 90 - 2.75 in system: STC: 30 - OITC: 21 or 22
- Uniform Load Structural / Spans - Consult KLA for job specific span capabilities
- Roof Assembly Classification - ASTM E108 - Class A and C Roof Construction
- Impact Strength - UL972 - Standard Exterior Sheet - 64 ft-lbs / Standard Interior Sheet - 70 ft-lbs / High-Impact Exterior Sheet - 360 ft-lbs / High Impact Interior Sheet - 245 ft-lbs / “Class A Roof” Exterior Sheet - 245 ft-lbs
- Adhesive Bond Strength - ASTM D1002 Shear (Unaged) - lbf=Min 310, Avg 563, Max 837 / D 1037 (Aged) - lbf=Min 836, Avg 1212, Max 1669 / ASTM C297 - Load= 557.3 lbf / ASTM D1037 (Aged) - Load= 913.6 lbf
- Reaction to Fire - ASTM E1929, D635, E84, UL723 - Complies with Ignition Temperature and Smoke Density defined in IBC Section 2606.4. Exterior Sheet Combustibility Class CC2, Interior Sheet Combustibility Class CC1. See ESR-2855 report for full details
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Liteway™ Project Highlights
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to have support in place for Liteway™ canopies?
We can provide a system whether structure will be completed by others, or you need a ground-up solution. Contact us for more details and availability.
What glazing color options are available?
Standard colors include crystal, white, ice blue, tan and rose. Contact us for more information on color options.
Do you offer curved / vaulted canopy systems?
Yes, we do offer curved walkways and canopies, in both FRP panel and polycarbonate glazing, which allows for occupant protection from the elements and a unique eye-catching look.
How do these systems compare to glass canopies?
FRP panel glazing is significantly lighter than comparable glass glazing, allowing for more design versatility and less required structure.
What do these canopy systems cost per square foot?
Because our Liteway™ canopies are custom designed to fit your project's unique needs, prices can vary depending on glazing color chosen, finish colors, structural complexity and more. Contact us for more information, and to request a quote.
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U-Lite™ is ideal for low-slope canopy applications.
U-Lite™ systems feature a slim profile that gives the system a sleek, contemporary look. And with available transparent polycarbonate glazing that can replicate the look of glass, you can create an eye-catching design without the extra cost or weight of more traditional glazing.
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LiteBrow™ Suspended Canopies
LiteBrow™ systems allow you to quickly and easily protect entryways from the elements.
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GridSpan™ FRP Skylights
GridSpan™ translucent panel skylights feature a lightweight sandwich panel design with fiberglass reinforced polymer (FRP) face sheets that provide light and solar heat gain control.