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Listvianka · Frequent Guest Joined: 29 Jan 2008 Posts: 46

I would like t build a greenhouse out of aerogel and would like know if anyone knows of a company which could build it for me. Or perhaps you know of a company which could just do the aerogel walls and roof?

Thanks

Listvianka · Frequent Guest Joined: 29 Jan 2008 Posts: 46

Or perhaps it would be easier for me to order panels of aerogel to stick onto the glass walls?
But then again which company is willing to do this?
The company need not be in Russia... I am willing to pay for the transport cost.

Varrah · Posted: Tue Feb 24, 2009 10:32 pm Post subject:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aerogel :

Silica-based aerogels are not known to be carcinogenic or toxic. However, they are a mechanical irritant to the eyes, skin, respiratory tract and digestive system. They also can induce dryness of the skin, eyes and mucous membranes. Therefore, it is recommended that protective gear including gloves and eye goggles be worn whenever handling aerogels.[20]
However, safety depends on the material from which the aerogel is made – it will be carcinogenic or toxic if the solid component has such characteristics.

Also the prices start from $25 per small PIECE of such gel.

I don't know how were you going to build something that dangerous and that expensive in Russia.

Listvianka · Frequent Guest Joined: 29 Jan 2008 Posts: 46

I'm affraid but that I did not manage to get to this web site which you sujested. But don't beleive all you read. I was told it was no more toxic then glass, also, that company might sell the smallest piece for 25€ but it is much cheaper to produce: BMW offers it as an option in the weels for no extra cost.

YU Xiao · Just Starting Joined: 16 Mar 2009 Posts: 1

Our company (Chinese) produces silica aerogel. It has perfect heat insulation property. You can write me if you want to know more information about it. My e-mail is xiaoyu8-125@163.com.

Listvianka · Frequent Guest Joined: 29 Jan 2008 Posts: 46

How much do you sell aerogell for, per square metter?

Can you make any shape? Perhaps 200 x 150 x 10 cm?

Is the product like a sponge: if slightly too large can it easly be squeezed into a gap?

What materials do you use to make the Aerogell? Are they non-toxic?