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Rooftop Screening Panel Selection Guide
Article Summary
- Selecting the right rooftop screening panel involves balancing durability, airflow requirements, and architectural design goals.
- Lightweight, corrosion-resistant materials such as aluminum and acrylic help reduce maintenance and provide long-lasting color retention.
- Panel styles should complement the building’s architecture, with custom design options available for seamless equipment concealment.
- HVAC systems with higher airflow requirements may require perforated or louvered panels to maintain proper ventilation.
- The right combination of materials and panel design improves both building aesthetics and long-term system performance.
Rooftop screening should help HVAC equipment blend seamlessly into a building’s architectural design. It’s important to the right panel style for your project. Panel type should be chosen based on durability, airflow, and design intent.
1. Material
Common material choices for roof screening include aluminum or acrylic. Consider using light weight and rust-free materials such as aluminum or acrylics that will reduce long term maintenance costs for the system. Powder coated aluminum or Acrylicap® ABS both offer fade resistant color in a variety of standard options. Areas with high wing load may require specific panels, such as vertical rib ABS or aluminum panels.
2. Design Intent
Acrylic and Aluminum panels are offered in a variety of selections to blend with a variety of architectural designs. Choose a selection that blends well with the building’s finishes. Custom acrylic panel designs can be created to seamlessly hide equipment.
3. Additional air flow requirements
Unit attached screening supports are typically 36”- 48” away from the HVAC system to allow for adequate airflow. If a system has additional air flow requirements, a perforated or louvered aluminum panel may be required. Before selecting a perforated metal screen, check local requirements for screening opacity. If perforated screening is not allowed, consider a metal louvered panel.
With the right combination of materials, design intent, and performance features, an Envisor® screening system can provide long-term value while supporting both building function and visual appeal.
