Articles & Papers

Dive into our extensive collection of articles and papers, offering in-depth insights into continuous insulation and building enclosure solutions, alongside industry trends and best practices.

Why GreenGirt CMH and SMARTci Are Essential for Aquatic Facilities & Natatoriums

Why GreenGirt CMH and SMARTci Are Essential for Aquatic Facilities & Natatoriums

The GreenGirt CMH™ continuous insulation and SMARTci® building enclosure systems are perfect for any building type, equipped with the thermal efficiency and durability for all necessary performance requirements.

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What You Need to Know About Washington DC’s Building Energy Performance Standards

What You Need to Know About Washington DC’s Building Energy Performance Standards

To combat the inevitable changing climate, cities and states are taking the initiative to create their own plans for decreasing negative environmental impacts and promoting sustainable buildings.

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Next-Level Energy Efficiency: Mastering Passive House Certification with GreenGirt CMH & SMARTci

Next-Level Energy Efficiency: Mastering Passive House Certification with GreenGirt CMH & SMARTci

The Passive House project database has officially reached 6,000 projects and continues to grow as designers implement the Passive House standards into their buildings.

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Leading the Way: University Initiatives for Energy-Efficient Campus Buildings

Leading the Way: University Initiatives for Energy-Efficient Campus Buildings

University campuses offer tremendous opportunities to lead the way in energy efficiency and sustainability, transforming their traditionally high energy usage into impactful solutions for the community.

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SMARTci and GreenGirt CMH Provide Superior Comfort for Hospitality Projects

SMARTci and GreenGirt CMH Provide Superior Comfort for Hospitality Projects

When it comes to hospitality projects, specifically luxury and standard hotels, the ability to provide comfort through thermal and energy efficiency is integral to the experience of occupants.

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Using GreenGirt CMH and SMARTci to Achieve Aggressive Energy Performance Thresholds in New LEED v5

Using GreenGirt CMH and SMARTci to Achieve Aggressive Energy Performance Thresholds in New LEED v5

The United States Green Building Council (USGBC) has officially ratified the newest installment of the LEED certification program: LEED v5.

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Revolutionizing Cladding: Advanced Frameworks for Modern Demands

Revolutionizing Cladding: Advanced Frameworks for Modern Demands

Successful buildings must have a solid foundation to withstand structural load demands, which includes having a durable building envelope and cladding support system.

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How to Use the Continuous Insulation Z-Girt Chart for Performance Requirements

How to Use the Continuous Insulation Z-Girt Chart for Performance Requirements

Selecting continuous insulation Z-girts can be challenging due to the wide variety of systems available.

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FRP Fails, CMH Prevails: What Designers Need to Know to Prevent “Unavoidable Failure” in Continuous Insulation Systems

FRP Fails, CMH Prevails: What Designers Need to Know to Prevent “Unavoidable Failure” in Continuous Insulation Systems

For building enclosure designers, the term “unavoidable failure” is alarming. Yet, it’s a reality when using all-FRP (fiber-reinforced polymer) continuous insulation systems for cladding support.

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