Structural Sub-Framing: FRP vs Composite Metal Hybrid
Composite materials have been gaining popularity in various industries due to their design flexibility and thermal resistance. In the construction industry, composite materials have been especially advantageous because they provide […]
Continuous Insulation Fasteners: Eliminating Thermal Bridges
Continuous insulation systems have quickly become the industry standard as architects seek to maximize energy efficiency for their projects. But when installing continuous insulation systems with through-metal to building and […]
Thermal Expansion of Metal, Wood, Concrete, and Phenolic Compared
As anyone in the construction industry knows, thermal expansion is a major factor to consider when working with any kind of building material. In fact, just about every type of […]
What is Continuous Insulation?
You may have heard the term continuous insulation, but what is it really? Knowing what options are on the market in a world of increasing energy prices and demands for […]
What Is Thermal Bridging? How to Identify and Eliminate It
You may have heard the term thermal bridging before, but do you know what it means? In the same way a bridge gives people easy access across a waterway, a […]