YKK AP's ThermaShade™ SunShade System Cuts Energy Costs


ATLANTA, July 17, 2007 — YKK AP® today announced that its new patent-pending ThermaShade™ sunshade system, the industry’s only sunshade system with a thermal barrier to reduce energy costs, is now available for owners and developers of commercial, retail, and institutional buildings.

The ThermaShade system reduces solar heat gain to help lower energy consumption, improve the comfort level for building occupants, and adds to the overall aesthetics of the building.
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The ThermaShade product line offers a wide spectrum of design options that are pre-engineered to meet the most demanding project schedule. Architects may select from four standard outrigger design options, three projection lengths (24”, 30” and 36”), eight standard louver options and five standard fascia options. Integral hook mechanisms on the outriggers simplify installation and reduce field labor costs.

YKK AP is a leading resource for quality materials used in buildings designed and constructed to meet LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification. The company offers a wide selection of energy-efficient, thermally-broken products, as well as custom-crafted solutions for high performance green buildings.

“ThermaShade is the latest milestone in YKK AP’s continuing commitment to green building design and sustainability,” said Oliver Stepe, senior vice president. “By including ThermaShade in their building plans, architects, builders and developers of schools and commercial buildings may be able to obtain extra credits for LEED certification.”

About YKK AP America
The commercial products group of YKK AP America Inc. manufactures aluminum entrance, storefront, curtain wall, window systems, & sun shades for the commercial building industry. YKK AP America is based in Austell, Ga., and is a subsidiary of YKK Corporation of America. YKK Corporation in Japan, the parent company, is a global manufacturer with 2006 total sales of nearly $6 billion. To learn more, visit www.ykkap.com.

Media Contacts:

Oliver Stepe
678.838.6036
oliverstepe@ykk-api.com