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Insulation
Guarding Your Home: How Heatlok Soya HP Insulation Can Shield Against Canada's Silent Threat – Radon Gas
October 2, 2024
Protect your home from Radon gas, Canada's #2 leading cause of lung cancer. Applied before the basement floor is poured, Heatlok Soya HP spray foam insulation seals walls, floor seams, and utility fittings in one pass and ensures a safer, healthier home.
Revolutionizing Attic Insulation: Huntsman Building Solutions' Icynene Xpress 55
August 5, 2024
In an exciting development for the building and construction industry, Huntsman Building Solutions (HBS) has introduced Icynene® Xpress 55, a groundbreaking open cell spray polyurethane foam insulation. Specifically designed for unventilated attics and crawl spaces, this new product raises the bar for fire safety and performance.
Sto Corp. Launching Sto Strike Defense to Defend Against Blunt Force Impacts
July 15, 2024
Sto Corp., the innovative world leader in claddings, air barriers, coatings, and restoration systems, announces the launch of Sto Strike Defense, an ultra-high impact puncture resistant solution designed to protect EIFS (Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems) from punctures caused by woodpeckers, as well as blunt and sharp objects.
Tricon Piping Systems: A Leader in Piping Solutions for Industrial and Commercial Applications
June 14, 2024
Tricon Piping Systems, Inc., established in 1999, has emerged as a leading manufacturer of prefabricated, pre-insulated, secondary containment, and conduit piping systems. Catering to a diverse range of industrial and commercial applications, Tricon Piping Systems has set a benchmark in the industry with its innovative solutions and commitment to quality.
Interior and Exterior Bulletproof Windows: What’s the Difference?
May 24, 2024
When considering the security of bulletproof windows for your facility, it might be tempting to choose the most affordable option. However, opting for the wrong type of ballistic glass can lead to significant problems, including compromised safety and durability. Not all bulletproof glass is suitable for exterior use. Using the wrong type outdoors can result in unsightly visual effects such as yellowing or even damage that compromises the glass's bullet-resistance.
Heatlok HFO PRO - a continuous insulation solution with an ultra-low global warming potential blowing agent
February 8, 2024
Heatlok HFO Pro is designed as a continuous insulation solution helping protect against air, thermal, water, and vapor; with superior adhesion and compressive strength. Acting as an ultra-low global warming potential blowing agent, Heatlok HFO Pro leverages Honeywell’s Solstice® HFO Liquid Blowing Agent technology, which boasts a GWP of 1 (99.9% lower than traditional blowing agents).
Strategies and Materials to Combat Thermal Bridging
January 11, 2024
With escalating energy costs, the quest for efficient insulation materials that curtail energy transfer has intensified among homeowners and builders. Even with superior insulation, the specter of thermal transfer lingers, especially when thermal bridging occurs between a structure's interior and exterior. To thwart thermal bridging, creating a seamless, continuous insulation barrier around the building's exterior is paramount. Employing the right materials and strategies can accomplish this with efficacy and confidence.
The Future of Energy-Efficient Homes: Embracing Panelized Construction
September 7, 2023
In the ever-evolving landscape of construction, innovative solutions are continually reshaping the industry. Today, we invite you to explore an exciting advancement in the world of architecture and construction - panelized construction. The exploration is inspired by CertainTeed, who recently shared their insights on this transformative approach in a blog post. Dive into the future of construction and the remarkable potential of panelized building methods.
Exploring Huntsman Building Solutions' Trailblazing Environmental Product Declaration for HEATLOK HFO and HEATLOK Soya HFO: An Architect's Indispensable Resource
June 23, 2023
Architects embarking on the journey to evaluate the environmental impact of insulation can now rely on Huntsman Building Solutions' pioneering Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for HEATLOK HFO and HEATLOK Soya HFO. This EPD, available exclusively through Huntsman Building Solutions, represents a significant breakthrough as the first and only Type III, product-specific, independently verified declaration tailored specifically for spray foam. By providing architects with invaluable insights, this comprehensive resource empowers them to thoroughly assess the environmental implications associated with HEATLOK HFO and HEATLOK Soya HFO.
The Benefits of Translucent Panel Daylighting Systems
April 20, 2023
Major Industries has been manufacturing translucent panel skylights, canopies and wall systems since 1980. Their popularity is driven by the fact that they’re a great way to bring soft, diffuse daylighting into interior spaces. They’re also lightweight, easy to install, don’t require expensive internal or external shading devices, are impact resistant and affordable. Lets take a look at what makes up a translucent panel, and how they can benefit your next project.
4 Ways to Reduce Energy Costs in Commercial Buildings
January 2, 2023
No Masonry is Truly Waterproof
October 31, 2022
"No masonry is truly waterproof, whether the result of capillary action, absorption or construction error", says Gary Johnson in SmartSolutions, a Masonry Educational Series on mortarnet.com. "During the multi-decade life spans of typical high-quality structures, drainage in the cavity of a masonry veneer wall is necessary to minimize moisture damage and create a long-lasting, low-maintenance wall. Drying of the wall by promoting ventilation within the cavity is of increased importance, most recently due to the application of continuous insulation close to the exterior of the structure."
Why Spray Foam? Outlast and outperform fiberglass: cutting energy costs
September 9, 2022
Residential, commercial, industrial and agricultural construction professionals recognize that the most energy efficient, eco-friendly and innovative technology available today is spray foam insulation, rather than fiberglass. They also appreciate that spray foam insulation will endure and perform for the life of the home or building.
Closed-Cell Insulation
June 15, 2022
HBS closed-cell spray foam insulation outperforms traditional insulation by providing an air, water and vapor barrier in a single component. Spray foam insulation adheres to most surfaces and expands to create a seamless, airtight building envelope. In addition, it offers outstanding high-performance options for commercial, residential, institutional, industrial or agricultural applications.
Tyvek vs GreenGuard: Choosing the Best Housewrap for Your Project
February 9, 2022
The construction industry is evolving, and so are the materials and products that we’re using. By choosing products that are higher performing and more durable, builders help move the industry forward even further by creating homes that last longer.
Advantages of Insulated Sandwich Walls - Veterans Memorial Parkway Warehouse Project Feature
June 30, 2020
Doubling the size of a warehouse facility may seem like a challenging undertaking, however, construction is efficient with the use of Insulated Sandwich Walls manufactured by County Materials Corporation. The flexibility of Insulated Sandwich Walls helped Compass Commercial Construction Group to construct Phase 2 of a warehouse expansion project in one summer.
Moisture Control for Commercial Cladding
January 24, 2020
Building owners want to keep energy costs down, which means they need a tight building envelope. The problem? A tight building envelope, if the wrong products are used, can actually create issues with moisture and mold. Moisture control beneath the cladding can help solve these issues, creating a more secure exterior and a more comfortable interior for all.
The History and Innovation of Weather-Resistant Substrates
April 24, 2019
Extended Exposure Meets Its Match.
Glass: smooth, reflective, brilliant
March 22, 2019
StoVentec Glass is a ventilated rainscreen cladding system consisting of a glass faced composite panel, thermal insulation and sub-construction. It is available in many panel sizes and different surface colors and finishes, offering great aesthetic potential for façade designs on new-build or refurbished buildings.
4 Ways to Reduce Energy Costs in Commercial Buildings
March 8, 2019
Energy costs continue to rise each year, particularly in large and commercial buildings that require a lot of energy to heat, cool, and function. These rising costs can negatively impact a business, resulting in lower wages, fewer working hours, or inefficient use of space. For this reason, many commercial building owners are beginning to look for ways to reduce energy costs year-round. While each building is different, and new buildings will have different needs than those that require retrofitting, taking steps to reduce energy consumption within a building can make it more comfortable as well as less costly to run. These four ways of reducing energy costs in commercial buildings will help you make the most of your situation.