Effective R-Value vs. Nominal R-Value: What’s the Difference?
A building envelope’s real-world thermal performance hinges on the effective insulation R-value of the entire wall—not the nominal R-value printed on an insulation label. Understanding this distinction, and how different […]
Continuous Insulation for Stucco Facades
GreenGirt CMH™ continuous insulation and SMARTci® building enclosure systems are designed for compatibility with any type of cladding material with various structural loads and performance requirements, including stucco. Stucco is […]
Insulation Building Codes: The Essential Guide to Seven Standards for Continuous Insulation
Building code compliance and standards compliance are imperative for achieving durable, stable, and energy-efficient buildings. Without these guidelines, buildings could face serious damage quickly, especially when tackling continuous insulation systems […]
How Car Dealerships Thrive with GreenGirt CMH & SMARTci
For commercial projects, including car dealership construction, occupant comfort is essential to enhance the customer experience. One way to enhance comfort is through thermal efficiency by installing continuous insulation and […]
How Continuous Insulation Lowers Operating Costs and Raises Property Value
In today’s commercial real‑estate market, utility bills substantially impact a building’s net operating costs, yet most owners still leave thousands on the table by relying on outdated insulation and attachment […]
Engineering Support for Continuous Insulation System Design
Using the GreenGirt CMH™ continuous insulation and SMARTci® building enclosure systems for the first time? A2P functions as a built-in engineering partner, ready to support you with design and installation […]
Continuous Insulation for Climate Resilience: Protecting Buildings Against Unpredictable Weather
Construction of the Fort Fishers Visitor Center in Kure Beach, North Carolina, which used the GreenGirt CMH continuous insulation system on the building’s walls for protection against unpredictable climates. Climate […]
Polyiso vs. XPS: Choosing Rigid Board Insulation for Continuous Insulation Systems
Insulation plays a pivotal role in achieving energy efficiency, moisture management, and code compliance, especially in commercial buildings. Among the most common rigid board insulation materials are polyisocyanurate (polyiso) and […]
GreenGirt Steel: A Made-in-USA Steel Z-Girt Continuous Insulation System
When selecting a continuous insulation system for construction projects, it is important to know where the material for the Z-girts comes from. Choosing a domestically made Z-girt system will decrease […]