Thermal Bridging Solutions

Thermal bridging solutions is who we are and what we do. Thermal break materials to reduce energy loss due to thermal bridging in the building envelope.

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@PHAccelerator @Partel_Passive I like it - is it non-combustible?

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@ElrondBurrell @AliceRDavies agree.

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@AliceRDavies No. It should be as close to the exterior sheathing as possible. Heat goes to cold so you want to reduce as much heat from leaving via the steel as possible on the "warm" side of the connection. The inner endplate should be flush with the sheathing and the AVB sealed b4 the TB

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#thermalbridigng #energyefficiency #thermalbreak #buildingenvelope

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The latest version of @ashraenews' benchmark energy efficiency standard, ASHRAE 90.1-2022, covers building sites and thermal bridging. It includes an expanded scope, appearing for the first time in a minimum-efficiency U.S. model energy standard or code.
https://t.co/pyWBbDvlon

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Calling all architects and structural engineers! We have a 1-hour presentation on thermal bridging in bolted steel connections. Please contact us if your firm is interested.@SteelDesignMag @BuildUsingSteel @CSICconstruction @STRUCTUREmag @BldngEnclosure #buildingenvelope

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The 2020 New York City Energy Conservation Code requires a thermal break of R-3 when parapets penetrate the building envelope. Thermoblock thermal break blocks meet this requirement by offering an R value of either R 5.5 or R 8.8. #thermalbridging

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How thick should thermal break materials be in steel connections? This 2 part article provides some helpful information: https://t.co/kPC2BFD8W3 @SpecifierMagCSI @SCIPspecs @BldngEnclosure @SteelDesignMag #thermalbridging #buildingenvelope #AIANational

[Morrison Hershfield @MorrHershfield]

Addressing thermal bridging can achieve performance gains to help meet low energy performance targets. This @FacadeTectonics article will breakdown thermal bridging, its impact on thermal performance and the tools and resources available to account for it.https://t.co/S4Ydf7Uio8

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What should structural engineers consider when specifying thermal break materials in bolted, steel connections? Read our two cents here: https://t.co/6ufCtIz6gu
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We offer a one hour introductory presentation discussing the effects of thermal bridging, thermal break strategies and energy code. Interested? Please contact us to improve building envelope performance.
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What should you be aware of when specifying thermal break materials in bolted, steel connections? Read the first of a six part series here: https://t.co/QkM6jjNjl6 @ModernSteel @CISA_ICCA @SpecifierMagCSI @STRUCTUREmag @BldngEnclosure @CSIConstruction #thermalbridging

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@dickstrawbridge en Francais no doubt!

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Check out our blog page and articles on #thermalbridging and #thermalbreak solutions for the #buildingenvelope. #passivehouse https://t.co/QkM6jjNjl6
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✅LOOK at the NEW #ThermalBridging #Playbook, a free resource! Big 👍🙂 to collab w @evoke_buildings & @MorrHershfield

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#greenbuilding #efficiency #passivehouse #netzero #decarbonize #decarb #construction #developer #architect #sustainability #Vancouver

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Compacfoam can easily be installed onto almost every type of substrate to support windows, doors and storefronts as a structural thermal break. It is also used within the RO to prevent thermal bridging from wall studs to frame. https://t.co/ZK5NuKn7Kx @the_iPHA @BldngEnclosure

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Architects and passive house designers, how much does the window frame and position of the window within the opening, reduce the R value of this wall? 25%, 45% or 50%+? #thermalbridging #buildingenvelope #passivebuilding @BldngEnclosure

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In a previous post, we learned that thermal bridging due to the steel beam reduces the R-value of this wall assembly by 55%. A thermal break material can reduce this heat loss, however, if too thin, it could reduce the R-value of the wall even further. #buildingenvelope

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#compacfoam supports windows positioned within exterior insulation preventing #thermalbridging in window openings. Calculations available for screw locations and correct density. #https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5sSKsKB9doc, #passivehouse #passivebuilding #buildingenvelope

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How much does the steel beam passing through the building envelope, reduce the R-value of this wall assembly? 10%? 20% or 50%? #buildingenvelope #thermalbridging #steelconstruction #architects