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Articles Tagged with ''R-value''

insulation being installed on the Obama Tower

Designing for Legacy with The Obama Presidential Center

Materials installed behind the 225-foot museum tower’s impressive granite façade include 130,000 square feet of continuous insulation
June 3, 2026

Materials installed behind the 225-foot museum tower’s impressive granite façade include 130,000 square feet of continuous insulation.


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June 1, 2026
Learn how you can revitalize the performance of a variety of commercial roofs and earn new business with these valuable silicone and acrylic products.
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MuleHide Expands Self-Adhering EPDM and Poly ISO Insulation Lineups

New Sizes of White-on-Black SA EPDM Membranes and Flat Poly ISO Panels Streamline Installation
April 22, 2026

Low-slope roofing manufacturer MuleHide has expanded its offering of White-on-Black Self-Adhering (SA) EPDM and Poly ISO 1 flat insulation, adding new membrane and panel sizes that streamline installation.


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Reducing Risk Through Integrated Rainscreen Design

An integrated rainscreen system represents an investment in performance, durability, and peace of mind
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Karine Galla
April 17, 2026

This article explores the significant design, engineering, and long-term performance benefits of an integrated rainscreen system compared to a non-integrated component assembly.


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Food Bank of the Rockies exterior shows IMPs

Feeding People in Need with New Cold Storage Facility

From IMPs to Impact
March 20, 2026

Kingspan’s insulated metal panels (IMPs) were selected by Industrial Refrigeration & Design, Inc. as the building envelope to deliver the high level of thermal performance required for freezer and cooler applications.


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2Life Opus, Newton, MA - THERMAZEE

Envelope-first: Designing for Performance, Compliance, and Aesthetics

An envelope-first approach begins with fundamental questions, such as: What are the thermal requirements of the opaque walls?
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Brian Nelson
February 25, 2026

The days of designing the look of a building and "figuring out the details later" are over. The demands of energy efficiency and fire safety require a holistic, integrated approach.


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Kingspan Insulated Panels North America Launches KingRib Wall Insulated Metal Panels

New wall application for KingRib metal panels brings design, efficiency and durability to today’s construction projects
January 8, 2026

Kingspan Insulated Panels North America, a leader in high-performance building materials, launched its KingRib Wall insulated metal panels (IMPs), the latest addition to its portfolio of advanced building solutions.


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OXIS on a house build

How Modern Building Envelope Materials Support New Code Requirements

Building Better Enclosures
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Ed Klonowski
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Smitha Jayaraman
January 7, 2026

Both ASHRAE 90.1-2022 and the 2024 IECC are published and available for adoption. Adoption will vary by region, but the direction is clear: expectations for tighter, more resilient building envelopes continue to rise as more municipalities move toward these standards into 2026.


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Sonoran Studio Phoenix, AZ

How Certified Insulation and Wall Systems Work Together to Improve Indoor Air Quality

Today’s best envelope systems leverage certified, low-emission insulation to support energy efficiency and better indoor air
Dr. Anna O'Donovan
December 5, 2025

This article explores how properly designed wall systems can reduce airborne particulates, improve thermal continuity, minimise condensation risk, and contribute to healthier indoor environments across seasons.


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Integrated structural insulated sheathing may be the future of streamlined, energy-efficient design

Thermal-Bridge-Free Smart Façades That Achieve ASHRAE 90.1 Compliance

Beyond CI Alone
Fred Chacon
November 21, 2025

Recent studies have shown that CI alone may not be enough for a building to achieve its designed level of energy efficiency. It’s time to look beyond CI alone and consider a holistic approach to façade design.


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June 17, 2025

Addressing Condensation in Low-Slope Roof Assemblies

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 0.1 ICC CEU; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 IACET CEU

On Demand In modern roofing systems, vapor retarders and air barriers do more than just minimize air leakage—they’re essential to maximizing performance and longevity. This engaging course dives into the next generation of moisture control: permeable vapor retarders and air barriers. Discover how these cutting-edge technologies are transforming low-slope roofing assemblies by improving energy efficiency, managing moisture, and boosting wind uplift resistance.

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Strategies for High-Performance Below-Grade Waterproofing

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW ; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 IACET CEU

On-Demand Designing a high-performance building enclosure requires more than just surface-level protection; it demands a rigorous, performance-based mastery of below-grade water and gas mitigation. This discussion will provide an expert-level analysis of below-grade waterproofing within the comprehensive framework of the high-performance building enclosure.

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