U-factor ratings: A measure of thermal performance

By Heather Bender

Builders in Canada face challenging climate conditions, which makes accurate thermal performance data key in choosing products for their designs. For manufacturers of commercial roll-up and sectional doors, these ratings have traditionally been presented in RSI-value, which is a measure of a component’s thermal resistance. This single measure, however, is proving inadequate for assessing the complex nature of these dynamic, multi-component assemblies.

With the construction industry focused on energy efficiency, …

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The science behind luminous ceilings

Luminous ceilings have benefits for numerous different applications, ranging from banquet halls to offices and hospitals. Light-transmitting panels, available in a range of decorative patterns and sized for “universal” grids, offer the designer opportunities to create simplified yet beautified ceilings with versatile functionality.

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