Background, properties, and innovations at the core of GreenGirt CMH and SMARTci
Ever wonder about the difference between the GreenGirt CMH™ continuous insulation and SMARTci® building enclosure systems? Curious about the names of the two popular systems? As your trusted partner for engineered continuous insulation and building enclosure systems, Advanced Architectural Products is proud to serve the industry. We are excited to showcase the popular GreenGirt CMH™ and SMARTci® systems.
These cutting-edge systems have been installed on thousands of buildings across the US, Canada, and globally. Celebrated for their unique combination of structural integrity and thermal insulation, these systems have gained widespread recognition. This article highlights their background, properties, and the additional innovations at the core of these popular solutions.
GreenGirt CMH
GreenGirt CMH continuous insulation systems
GreenGirt CMH™ is a family of continuous insulation systems that combines structural composite metal hybrid sub-framing and compatible accessories with expert engineering support.
GreenGirt CMH, continuous insulation systems, use composite metal hybrid, a high-performance construction material. This material combines the corrosion-resistant and insulative properties of fiberglass with the structural resilience of continuous metal components. In addition to GreenGirt CMH Clips™, GreenGirt CMH Delta™ Adjustable, and GreenGirt CMH Roof™, the GreenGirt family also includes the new GreenGirt CMH XO™, a continuous insulation system for windows.
In addition to its popular green color, GreenGirt CMH is also a green and environmentally friendly material. GreenGirt CMH helps buildings increase their energy efficiency and contains no Red-List materials, including halogen or bromine. It has an Environmental Product Declaration and a Declare label. Additionally, it contributes to LEED certification and is manufactured in a net-zero, carbon-neutral facility.
SMARTci
SMARTci™ – The building enclosure system that eliminates thermal bypass; guaranteed!
SMARTci® is an air- and water-tight building enclosure system comprised of GreenGirt CMH sub-framing and necessary accessories with expert engineering support, plus integrated custom-profiled rigid insulation panels. The SMARTci system is named for its comprehensive and smart approach to building enclosures. It leverages rigid-board insulation materials, including dual foil-faced class A polyiso, XPS, or EPS panels. Advanced Architectural Products cuts and custom profiles these panels in their factory. SMARTci arrives at your job site ready to install in a single pass. t offers 92-99% thermal efficiency and eliminates thermal bypass. It also delivers the highest R-value, up to 50% higher than competing systems.
Install SMARTci over traditional closed framing with sheathing and a water-resistive barrier for water tightness to 1.57 PSF and air tightness to 6 PSF (with WRB/sheathing provided by others). Alternatively, install SMARTci over open framing to enhance air and water tightness, save time, and further reduce labor and material costs.
Innovative systems for modern building challenges
Advanced Architectural Products, headquartered in Allegan, Michigan, has manufacturing facilities in Hamilton, Michigan, and a distribution center in Seattle/Sumner, Washington. They lead the way in developing innovative systems for modern building challenges.
Confirm the Right System for Your Project
A2P’s expert engineers are ready to help you determine which GreenGirt or SMARTci system is right for your project to meet its performance requirements.
Related Resources:
A2P’s High-Performance Solutions for Walls, Roofs, & Windows
A2P’s Continuous Insulation Z-Girt Product Selector Tool
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Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between GreenGirt CMH and SMARTci?
GreenGirt CMH is a family of continuous insulation systems that combines composite metal hybrid (CMH) sub-framing with compatible accessories and engineering support, while SMARTci is a complete air- and water-tight building enclosure system that uses GreenGirt CMH sub-framing plus accessories and integrated, custom-profiled rigid insulation panels.
What insulation types can I use with GreenGirt CMH systems?
GreenGirt CMH systems can be used with mineral wool, spray foam, rigid board, or your preferred insulation material, helping reduce thermal bridging and improve energy efficiency.
What insulation panels are used in SMARTci?
SMARTci leverages rigid-board insulation materials including dual foil-faced Class A polyiso, XPS, or EPS panels that are cut and custom-profiled at our manufacturing plant.