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Exolon AR (Formerly Makrolon AR)

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Applications

  • Typical applications for Exolon® AR sheet include transparent sound barriers, school and hospital shelter glazing.
  • Exolon® AR is also used extensively in correctional and psychiatric facilities. Additionally, the product performs well for view windows and machine guards in harsh chemical environments.
  • Due to its scratch-resistant coating, Exolon® AR cannot be formed like other Exolon® sheets.

Benefits

  • Extreme impact strength
  • Good abrasion resistance
  • Excellent weathering resistance
  • High clarity

Brochure

Exolon AR Brochure

Exolon AR Brochure

Exolon-AR-Brochure.pdf

Exolon AR Data Sheet

Exolon AR Data Sheet

Exolon-AR-Data-Sheet.pdf

Exolon Technical Manual

Exolon Technical Manual

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Exolon AR warranty

Exolon AR warranty

Exolon-AR-warranty.pdf

Exolon Group

Exolon Group – A New Chapter in Polycarbonate Excellence

The Exolon Group stands today as one of Europe’s leading innovators in the field of polycarbonate sheet extrusion, but its story is rooted in decades of proven performance and heritage. In 2020, the Exolon Group was formed through the acquisition of the Covestro polycarbonate extrusion business, marking a new era of focus, investment, and innovation in high-performance thermoplastic sheet solutions.

For decades, Covestro (and previously Bayer MaterialScience) set the global benchmark for polycarbonate extrusion technology with its renowned Makrolon® product line. Recognised for exceptional strength, impact resistance, optical clarity, and specialised performance, Makrolon sheets earned a reputation as the material of choice for demanding applications across architecture, security, transportation, and acoustics.

When Exolon Group took ownership of Covestro’s extrusion business, it did more than continue this legacy; it gave it a dedicated platform for growth and development, driven by a sole focus on high-quality sheet solutions for the European and global markets.

As part of this transition, two flagship products were rebranded to align with the new Exolon identity while retaining their proven performance and technical specifications:

  • Makrolon® AR → Exolon® AR
    A premium-grade polycarbonate sheet with an advanced abrasion-resistant coating that provides glass-like surface durability while maintaining the impact resistance and lightweight strength of polycarbonate. Exolon AR continues to be the trusted solution for security glazing, public infrastructure, transportation, and architectural projects where scratch resistance and long service life are essential.
  • Makrolon® Silent Sound → Exolon® Silent Sound
    A highly engineered polycarbonate sheet designed for noise reduction and acoustic control in transparent sound barrier applications. Combining exceptional clarity, UV stability, and proven acoustic insulation properties, Exolon Silent Sound remains the material of choice for motorway barriers, railway infrastructure, and urban noise management projects. Exolon® Silent Sound offers best in class transparent noise protection for soundwall applications that require properties such as being self-extinguishing, virtually unbreakable and a 50 year service life.

The rebranding from Makrolon® to Exolon® reflects a strategic decision to strengthen the group’s identity, while customers can be assured that the products themselves remain unchanged manufactured to the same high-quality standards, in the same facilities, by the same team of experts.

Today, the Exolon Group continues to expand its portfolio of innovative polycarbonate and thermoplastic sheet solutions, with a commitment to sustainability, customer service, and technical excellence. By combining decades of experience with a renewed focus under the Exolon name, the company is perfectly positioned to lead the future of polycarbonate sheet innovation in Europe and beyond.

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  • Abrasion resistance – advanced hardcoat technology resists scratches and wear
  • Chemical resistance – withstands contact with cleaning agents, solvents, and graffiti removers
  • Impact resistance – up to 250x stronger than glass of the same thickness
  • UV stability – excellent resistance to yellowing and weathering outdoors
  • Optical clarity – high light transmission with minimal distortion
  • Formability – available in flat sheets that can be cut and fabricated easily

While standard polycarbonate offers impact strength, it is prone to scratching. Exolon® AR solves this problem by adding a glass-like hardcoat, delivering:

  • Longer service life in high-traffic environments
  • Reduced maintenance costs by resisting surface wear
  • Clear, distortion-free visibility even after years of use
  • Better chemical durability for environments where frequent cleaning is required

Exolon® AR is specified in industries and applications that demand strength, clarity, and abrasion resistance, including:

  • Public transport glazing – bus, rail, and aviation windows and partitions
  • Security & corrections – prisons, mental health facilities, and secure buildings
  • Architecture & infrastructure – protective glazing, retail displays, and noise barriers
  • Heavy equipment & machinery – forestry, mining, and construction vehicles
  • Retail & signage – anti-graffiti shopfronts, displays, and wayfinding signage

Thanks to its UV-stable coating, Exolon® AR maintains optical clarity and durability even in harsh outdoor conditions. Unlike standard plastics that haze or yellow, Exolon® AR offers long-term weatherability, making it a reliable alternative to glass in outdoor applications.

  • Virtually unbreakable – up to 250x stronger than glass
  • Lighter weight – half the weight of equivalent glass, reducing installation and structural costs
  • Safer – no dangerous shards if damaged
  • Customisable – can be CNC-cut, fabricated, or formed into custom profiles
  • Surface durability – abrasion resistance nearly equal to glass

Summary:

Exolon® AR abrasion-resistant polycarbonate combines the strength and lightweight benefits of polycarbonate with a glass-like hardcoat for scratch resistance, chemical durability, and UV stability. It is trusted in transportation, security, architecture, and industrial applications where clarity, safety, and long-term performance are essential.

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