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        • GreenGirt CMH composite metal hybrid sub-framing installed in a soffit application, with rows of green Z-girts extending beneath a building overhang before cladding installation
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          Leveraging composite metal hybrid technology, Advanced Architectural Products manufactures innovative continuous insulation and building enclosure systems.

        • SMARTci® building enclosure systems
        • OverviewAn air- and water-tight building enclosure system that eliminates thermal bypass; designed for hassle-free installation.
        • SMARTci® (on closed framing)An air- and water-tight building enclosure system that eliminates thermal bypass; installed over a weather-resistive barrier/sheathing.
        • SMARTci® (on open framing)An air- and water-tight building enclosure system that eliminates thermal bypass; installed over open framing to save time and reduce costs.
        • AccessoriesThese products are fully compatible with SMARTci™, GreenGirt® CMH™, and GreenGirt Steel™ systems, ensuring seamless integration and performance.
        • GreenGirt CMH™ continuous insulation systems
        • OverviewGreenGirt® CMH™ is a family of continuous insulation systems that combines structural composite metal hybrid sub-framing and compatible accessories with expert engineering support.
        • GreenGirt Max CMH™A maximized continuous insulation system that combines structural composite metal hybrid Z-girt sub-framing and compatible accessories with expert engineering support.
        • GreenGirt Optima CMH™An optimize continuous insulation system that combines structural composite metal hybrid Z-girt sub-framing and compatible accessories with expert engineering support.
        • GreenGirt CMH Clips™A continuous insulation clips system that combines structural composite metal hybrid clips and compatible accessories with expert engineering support.
        • GreenGirt CMH Delta™ AdjustableAn adjustable continuous insulation system that combines structural composite metal hybrid sub-framing and compatible accessories with expert engineering support.
        • GreenGirt XO™A structural thermal framing system for windows and openings that combines structural composite metal hybrid sub-framing and compatible accessories with expert engineering support.
        • GreenGirt CMH Roof™A continuous insulation system for roofs that combines structural composite metal hybrid sub-framing and compatible accessories with expert engineering support.
        • AccessoriesThese products are fully compatible with SMARTci™, GreenGirt® CMH™, and GreenGirt Steel™ systems, ensuring seamless integration and performance.
        • GreenGirt Steel™ continuous insulation systems
        • OverviewGreenGirt Steel™ combines thoughtfully engineered steel Z-girt sub-framing with thermal pads and compatible accessories with expert engineering support.
        • GreenGirt Steel™GreenGirt Steel™ is a continuous insulation system consisting of thoughtfully engineered steel Z-girt sub-framing with thermal brackets, compatible accessories, and expert engineering support.
        • AccessoriesThese products are fully compatible with SMARTci®, GreenGirt CMH™, and GreenGirt Steel™ systems, ensuring seamless integration and performance.
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Advanced Architectural Products logo
  • Products
        • GreenGirt CMH composite metal hybrid sub-framing installed in a soffit application, with rows of green Z-girts extending beneath a building overhang before cladding installation
        • A2P Systems

          Leveraging composite metal hybrid technology, Advanced Architectural Products manufactures innovative continuous insulation and building enclosure systems.

        • SMARTci® building enclosure systems
        • OverviewAn air- and water-tight building enclosure system that eliminates thermal bypass; designed for hassle-free installation.
        • SMARTci® (on closed framing)An air- and water-tight building enclosure system that eliminates thermal bypass; installed over a weather-resistive barrier/sheathing.
        • SMARTci® (on open framing)An air- and water-tight building enclosure system that eliminates thermal bypass; installed over open framing to save time and reduce costs.
        • AccessoriesThese products are fully compatible with SMARTci™, GreenGirt® CMH™, and GreenGirt Steel™ systems, ensuring seamless integration and performance.
        • GreenGirt CMH™ continuous insulation systems
        • OverviewGreenGirt® CMH™ is a family of continuous insulation systems that combines structural composite metal hybrid sub-framing and compatible accessories with expert engineering support.
        • GreenGirt Max CMH™A maximized continuous insulation system that combines structural composite metal hybrid Z-girt sub-framing and compatible accessories with expert engineering support.
        • GreenGirt Optima CMH™An optimize continuous insulation system that combines structural composite metal hybrid Z-girt sub-framing and compatible accessories with expert engineering support.
        • GreenGirt CMH Clips™A continuous insulation clips system that combines structural composite metal hybrid clips and compatible accessories with expert engineering support.
        • GreenGirt CMH Delta™ AdjustableAn adjustable continuous insulation system that combines structural composite metal hybrid sub-framing and compatible accessories with expert engineering support.
        • GreenGirt XO™A structural thermal framing system for windows and openings that combines structural composite metal hybrid sub-framing and compatible accessories with expert engineering support.
        • GreenGirt CMH Roof™A continuous insulation system for roofs that combines structural composite metal hybrid sub-framing and compatible accessories with expert engineering support.
        • AccessoriesThese products are fully compatible with SMARTci™, GreenGirt® CMH™, and GreenGirt Steel™ systems, ensuring seamless integration and performance.
        • GreenGirt Steel™ continuous insulation systems
        • OverviewGreenGirt Steel™ combines thoughtfully engineered steel Z-girt sub-framing with thermal pads and compatible accessories with expert engineering support.
        • GreenGirt Steel™GreenGirt Steel™ is a continuous insulation system consisting of thoughtfully engineered steel Z-girt sub-framing with thermal brackets, compatible accessories, and expert engineering support.
        • AccessoriesThese products are fully compatible with SMARTci®, GreenGirt CMH™, and GreenGirt Steel™ systems, ensuring seamless integration and performance.
  • Solutions
    • Wall Solutions
    • Window Solutions
    • Roof Solutions
    • Projects
    • Z-Girt Classification Chart
    • Z-Girt Product Selector
    • Systems Comparisons
  • Engineering
    • Technical Library
    • Best Practices
    • Testing Capabilities
    • Research & Development
    • GreenGirt XO Calculator
    • Thermal Calculator
    • Thermal Performance
    • Sustainability & Environmental
    • FRP's "Unavoidable Failure"
    • Myths
    • FAQs
    • What is ThermaLock

Installation: Installation Manuals

GreenGirt CMH XO Installation Guide

GreenGirt Steel Installation Guide

GreenGirt CMH Installation Guide

SMARTci (on closed framing) System Installation Guide

SMARTci (on open framing) System Installation Guide – with peal & stick WRB

SMARTci (on open framing) System Installation Guide – with tape and caulk

GreenGirt CMH Clip System Installation Guide

GreenGirt CMH Delta Adjustable System Installation Guide – Vertical Metal L Rail

Projects

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IMG_1116_the-metro-greengirt-steel-mineral-wool-insulation-facade

The Metro

West New York, NJ
GreenGirt Optima CMH Z-girts and spray foam insulation over sheathing at Northland Workforce Development Center.

Northland Workforce Development Center

Kansas City, MO
Independent Financial Headquarters | GreenGirt Max CMH™

Independent Financial Headquarters

McKinney, TX
Oakland Community College | GreenGirt Max CMH | GreenGirt XO

Oakland Community College

Farmington Hills, MI
Aerial view of the Home Court at the Obama Presidential Center, built with the GreenGirt Max CMH continuous insulation system.

Home Court at the Obama Presidential Center

Chicago, IL
GreenGirt Max CMH continuous insulation system installed over concrete walls of the Kensico-Eastview Connection project.

Kensico-Eastview Connection

Valhalla, NY

Articles & Papers

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Yale New Haven Hospital

Fastest Continuous Insulation Installation: Speed Comes from System Design, Not a Faster Crew

DEFINITION What is the fastest continuous insulation system to install? The fastest continuous insulation systems to install are integrated systems engineered to remove entire steps ...
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CMH vs. FRP

Unavoidable Fastener Failure: Why Fasteners Fail in Continuous Insulation Systems, and How to Specify Attachment That Lasts

In A2P’s 2023 seven-day ASTM D7332-B test at 180°F, generic FRP failed in 59 seconds. Steel and GreenGirt CMH did not fail. Learn why, and ...
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The exterior of the Embassy Suites by Hilton in Grand Rapids, Michigan while under construction.

Best Continuous Insulation System: An Architect’s Guide to the 8 Best Practices That Actually Matter

The Short Answer What is the best continuous insulation system? The best continuous insulation system is the one that performs across all eight best practices ...
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Vertical and horizontal GreenGirt Max CMH Z-girts, part of the SMARTci building enclosure system, with insulation on the upper wall of a commercial building above brick veneer.

Thermal Bypass: What It Is, Why It Quietly Wastes Energy, and the One System That Guarantees It Is Eliminated

Thermal bypass quietly drains energy through gaps, cracks, and unintended air movement in continuous insulation. Learn what causes it and how SMARTci with ThermaLock eliminates ...
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