Econation’s Lightcatcher
The Lightcather is an intelligent skylight
The Lightcatcher has a metallic sheet mirror that control by a light sensor which direct the rotation of the sheet mirror to face the sun. Maximum light is captured and reflected below into prismatic polycarbonate sheet so that the light is magnified
The Lightcatcher brings into the building
- Natural light
- That is difussed and not glaring
- Brings in light but not heat because of the air insulation in the lightcatcher
- Thereby saving electricity and money
Integrating Lightcatchers and solar panels for smart lighting solutions.
By deploying a mix of lightcatcher and solar panels, natural daylight could be maximised and artificial light be intelligently managed to provide sustainable solutions to energy saving green building and living space.
Lightcatcher can be installed on flat as well as slopping roof
Schiphol Amsterdam Airport
First order 27 pcs. Since then 180 pcs already installed. Further installation program foreseen for 10 buildings per year (30 to 50 pcs per building)
- First test : one LIghtCatcher (June 2010)
- Second test : second LightCatcher (July 2010)
- Third test : 5 LightCatchers (Nov – Feb 2010)