Embodied Carbon: How GreenGirt CMH & SMARTci Systems Help Architects Reduce It
Sustainability is extending beyond operational energy efficiency. Architects increasingly recognize the critical role embodied carbon—the total greenhouse gas emissions generated by manufacturing, transporting, and installing building materials—plays in reducing a […]
Window Thermal Bridging: How To Close the Gap at Every Opening
Legacy framing systems fail to eliminate thermal bridging at the most crucial points for thermal loss in any building: windows and openings. Ignoring this issue results in thermal inefficiencies that […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Z-Girt Clips for Continuous Insulation: Performance and Use
Construction of the Western Washington University Electrical and Computer Science building in Bellingham, Washington, which used the GreenGirt CMH Clips continuous insulation system on the building’s walls. Every project requires […]