Environmental Product Declaration: What Architects Need to Know to Navigate EPDs
Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) have become integral in offering valuable insights into the environmental impact of materials and products throughout their lifecycle. For architects, grasping what an EPD truly represents—and […]
Value Engineering the Building Envelope With Continuous Insulation
True value engineering isn’t about downgrading; it’s about upgrading intelligently. GreenGirt CMH™ and SMARTci® systems make it possible to reduce project costs without compromising performance. The systems’ high structural capacity […]
Thermally Broken Cladding Support System: What It Is & Why It Matters
Looking for the most effective ways to meet stringent energy code requirements while keeping up with sustainable construction trends? Thermally broken cladding support systems offer a critical intersection of energy […]
How Continuous Insulation Improves Rainscreen Performance
A high‑performing building envelope is the first line of defense against energy loss, water intrusion, and premature deterioration. Modern codes therefore steer designers toward rainscreen walls—cladding that stands off from […]
How to Eliminate Gaps and Cracks in Continuous Insulation
Proper insulation is foundational to energy-efficient, sustainable construction. Yet even minor insulation gaps and cracks can severely degrade thermal performance, causing increased energy costs, diminished indoor comfort, and potential moisture […]
PHIUS Passive House Guidance for High-Performance Building Envelopes
Projects pursuing PHIUS (Passive House Institute United States) certification depend on a thermally robust, airtight, and well‑detailed enclosure. The GreenGirt CMH™ continuous insulation and SMARTci® building enclosure systems are engineered […]
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 […]