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- Transparent insulation (TIM)
- This paper focuses on transparent insulation which is applied to windows and to mass walls in order to gain heat from solar radiation and to increase the building insulation. One use of transparent insulation is to increase the insulating properties of exterior walls or glazing. On sunny days, a building...
- White papers
- Insulating Concrete Form Systems (ICFs)-In-Depth Analysis: Summary
- Insulating concrete forms (ICFs) are rigid plastic foam forms that are filled with reinforced concrete to create structural walls. They hold concrete in place during curing and remain in place afterwards to provide thermal insulation. ICFs are used to make structural concrete walls, and can be used to make either...
- White papers
- Energy Efficiency in Remodeling: Roofs & Ceilings
- This fact sheet is one in a series intended to inform homeowners about the opportunities, options, and benefits associated with making energy efficiency improvements during home remodeling projects. Energy-related improvements in ceilings and roofs fall into three major categories -- insulation, air leakage, and ventilation. Compared to homes built today,...
- White papers
- Home Energy Savings: Multifamily Initiative
- Westland Investment Realty, LLC, and Energy Trust of Oregon, Inc. together installed energy-efficient windows, insulation, and compact fluorescent bulbs in the 49 units at Rachel Anne Apartments with help from Energy Trust incentives. In a competitive rental market, it can be difficult for older apartment complexes to attract tenants. Not...
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- Mineral-Wool Based EIFS
- This paper focuses on EIFS (exterior insulation and finishing system) which is a building cladding that offers improved thermal and moisture performance over conventional cladding systems. EIFS consists of four layers. These are, from exterior to interior, a spray-applied acrylic and stone finish, a fiber glass reinforcing mesh, insulation, and...
- White papers
- Controlling Moisture by Mechanical Design in Highly Efficient Homes
- Dramatic improvements in the energy efficient design of homes have been made over the past 50 years. Homes have evolved from being built to "breathe" with virtually no insulation and leaky, single pane windows to being the well-insulated, tightly-constructed homes of today. Along with the increase in insulation and air...
- White papers 2004-07-01
- Automotive Industry a High Potential Market for Nonwovens Sound insulation
- This paper highlights the increasing penetration of nonwovens in automotive sector and their suitability applications (e.g. sound insulation). Suitable technologies and raw materials to process insulations are discussed and remarks regarding their advantages and disadvantages are pointed out. As the recyclability is one of the main drivers of automotive industry,...
- White papers 2004-02-16
- Spray Foam Industry
- The use of polyurethane spray foam insulation in the global construction industry is growing. It provides the advantage of can be applied in the field and therefore being "custom fit" to each building envelope. Spray foam functions as both a thermal insulation and an air infiltration barrier in building structures....
- White papers 2003-11-20
- Acoustic Benefits of 'Solid' Construction
- When people purchase units, apartments or flats, the furthest thing from their minds is probably the issue of acoustics. It's not until they move in and are faced with these everyday living issues that the importance of acoustics within units and - more importantly - acoustic insulation from their neighbors,...
- White papers 2003-07-21
- Getting Quality From Fiberglass insulation
- Blown-in insulation products are the way to go if quality is the top priority. Correctly done, a blown-in job has inherent quality control, making it the simplest and best way to eliminate heat-wasting gaps or voids in exterior walls. But blown-in insulation products cost more than fiberglass batts, so most...
- White papers 2002-07-01
- Insulating With Spray Cellulose
- In this article an insulation contractor explains why he prefers damp-spray cellulose for wall applications and how he installs it. In the hierarchy of the building trades, insulation contractors are often considered about half a step above the porta-john guy. That's because insulation is one of the most taken-for-granted systems...
- White papers 2001-10-01
- Designing Walls With Insulated Concrete Forms
- Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) are typically constructed of rigid foam plastic insulation, a composite of cement and foam insulation, or a composite of cement and wood chips. The forms typically remain in place after the concrete has cured to provide an insulated concrete wall. ICFs are typically categorized by the...
- White papers 2000-04-01
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- American Green Group Announces Strategic Direction
- American Green Group, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: AMGG)(the "Company") announced today that its Board of Directors has approved astrategic business plan for the further growth of the Company through 2011. Under the plan approved, the Company will immediately begin identifyingother "green" companies to acquire, merge or partner with, including thosein the energy...
- Articles 2008-05-08
- MTI Global Inc. Awarded Two New Very Light Jet Contracts
- MTI Global Inc. (TSX: MTI) announced today that its aerospace division MTI-PolyFab, has been awarded two new contracts in the growing Very Light Jet (VLJ) market. Diamond Aircraft Industries Inc. The first contract is for the supply of a thermal and acoustic insulation system for the Diamond D-JET from Diamond...
- Articles 2008-05-07
- Epoxy Sealer penetrates deep to protect concrete, masonry,
- Featuring water-thin viscosity, Floor-Nu[R] Penetrating Sealer penetrates as deep as 1/4 in. into pores of concrete or masonry surfaces in order to protect against effects of moisture, freeze/thaw cycles, salts, oils, and specific chemicals. This 2-component (1A:1B) clear epoxy, which can also be used on insulation and wood or concrete...
- Articles 2008-05-07
- Sealed Crimp Splices tolerate high-temperature applications
- Featuring temperature rating of 200[degrees]C, D-200 MiniSeal Crimp Splices combine nickel-plated copper crimp barrel with separate, heat-shrinkable, transparent sealing sleeve that provides strain relief and environmental protection. They are available for wire range from 26-12 AWG and can be used to seal and protect high-temperature-rated wires with Teflon insulation, such...
- Articles 2008-05-07
- Oven Furnace accommodates high-temperature applications
- Built to order with customizable dimensions, BTU outputs, and accessories, FireBox-HT oven furnace is designed for tool room heat treating and high-temperature (up to 2,150[degrees]F) precision casting. It is insulated with 4 1/2 in. of firebrick, backed up with additional 2 in. of 1,200[degrees]F block insulation. Applications include heating tool...
- Articles 2008-05-07
- Convolute Tubing targets high performance applications
- Offered in 18-24 in. lengths, Micro ID Tubing features 0.094-0.187 in. ID and 0.156-0.500 in. OD. Phenolic paper grades such as RT629 and RT630 are used in electrical, heavy industrial, and general-purpose applications, while RTB320X, composed of extra-fine weave linen cloth and phenolic resin, is suited for ball bearing retainers...
- Articles 2008-05-07
- X-RAY PERSPECTIVES
- 'The Eagle' comic's cut-away diagrams fired imaginations and inspired a generation of post war children. Now London's Science Museum is bringing the illustrations back to life - for today's inquiring minds. A MOBILE DENTAL CLINIC FOR VILLAGE SCHOOLS KEY: (1) 28...
- Articles 2008-05-07
- Gain Insight into Drywall Contractors in the US
- DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c90849) has announced the addition of "Drywall Contractors in the US" to their offering. This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in drywall, plasterwork, acoustical, and building insulation work. The drywall, plaster work, acoustical, and insulation work performed includes new work, additions, alterations,...
- Articles 2008-05-06
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