Weighing the material options
(10/01/2012)
Understanding the major material types in exterior insulation sheathing is important for design professionals.
Tag: Insulation
Heat transfer and insulation
(10/01/2012)
Heat transfer occurs through three mechanisms: thermal convection, thermal conduction, and thermal radiation.
In both Canada and the United States, there is increasing awareness of the building envelope’s role in conserving energy. New energy codes and standards include prescriptive requirements for continuous insulation to minimize heat loss...
Achieving safe spray foam insulation applications
(10/01/2011)
Sprayed polyurethane foam (SPF) is gaining global recognition because it provides superior insulating properties by creating a tight building envelope that reduces unwanted air infiltration. Achieving a tight building envelope is the foundation for...
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