How GreenGirt CMH & SMARTci Systems Strengthen Community Center Construction and Public Works Buildings
Community centers, libraries, and water treatment facilities are built to serve the public for decades and beyond. That longevity depends heavily on the building envelope — and traditionally, architects and […]
How Material Thickness Affects Tensile Strength in Continuous Insulation Systems
The structural integrity of modern building envelopes depends on a critical factor: the relationship between material thickness and tensile strength in continuous insulation attachment systems. As building codes demand higher […]
Finally, Continuous Insulation That Keeps Up with the Speed of Modular Construction
The 2021 IECC now requires continuous insulation across all building types, and that requirement applies to modular construction. For manufacturers whose workflows were built around older code, this isn’t a […]
What is a Building Enclosure? How SMARTci Outperforms Legacy Systems
Commercial buildings account for considerable energy use, making them prime candidates for innovative efficiency solutions through building enclosure system improvements. And, as energy codes tighten and sustainability becomes non-negotiable, design […]
Commercial Building Envelope Systems: Airport Project Case Studies
Energy efficiency is essential for reducing energy use and operating costs in traffic-heavy buildings such as airports. With large interior volumes, long operating hours, and constant exterior exposure, airport terminals […]
Fire Station Construction: How GreenGirt CMH & SMARTci Deliver Safety-First Building Enclosures
Fire stations stand at the heart of community safety, demanding structures built for resilience, reliability, and rapid response. From coast to coast, modern firehouses are being engineered to perform under […]
Mass Timber: Pairing GreenGirt CMH & SMARTci for Next-Level Building Enclosures
Mass timber framing building under construction. Photo by Gardner Group. Explorations into sustainable construction and building materials have led to the integration of mass timber framing. This trend in wood […]
Cold Weather Insulation: Continuous Insulation Performance Lessons from Sub-Arctic Alaska Projects
In cold, sub-arctic locations, keeping buildings well-insulated throughout the winter is a major challenge and requires a robust continuous insulation and building enclosure system to handle the thermal efficiency expectations […]
Green Building Certification: How GreenGirt CMH & SMARTci Help You Achieve It
Environmental certifications for buildings can motivate designers and owners to prioritize sustainable construction as trends continue toward net-zero carbon emissions. GreenGirt CMH™, GreenGirt Steel™, and SMARTci® systems offer a comprehensive […]