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Materials whose primary purposes is to provide thermal resistance, such as polyisocyanurate, expanded polystyrene (EPS), extruded polystyrene (XPS), cellular glass, mineral fiber and gypsum board.

]]> https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/rss/2661 en-us 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.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94908 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94908-the-obama-presidential-center-designing-for-legacy Doug Kramer: Polycon Expands Spray Foam Solutions Building Enclosure’s podcast, Jill Bloom speaks with Polycon’s Doug Kramer, an insulation industry figure, on spray foam innovation today.]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94901 Sun, 31 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94901-doug-kramer-polycon-expands-spray-foam-solutions What Designers Need to Know: Specifying Polyiso Insulation Products in Commercial Roofing Projects mpazera@pima.org (Marcin Pazera) Polyisocyanurate (polyiso) roof insulation stands as one of the most widely used insulation products for low-slope commercial roofing systems.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94891 Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94891-what-designers-need-to-know-specifying-polyiso-insulation-products-in-commercial-roofing-projects Quiet Rooms and Healthier Air: A Second Look at What Goes Inside the Wall Cavity Walls influence more than structure and sound. They quietly shape how a building feels to the people who use it: how it sounds, how the air smells, how a child with asthma sleeps at night, how a worker feels finishing the day. Insulation is part of that story.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94846 Fri, 08 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94846-quiet-rooms-and-healthier-air-a-second-look-at-what-goes-inside-the-wall-cavity Timber-Structure Building Meets Passive House Standards The design team selected an all-mass timber structure, paired with wood infill walls, and wood fiber insulation; an all-wood assembly, sequestering biogenic carbon, at Passive House level energy performance; one of the first of its kind.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94838 Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94838-timber-structure-building-meets-passive-house-standards ROCKWOOL Publishes New Technical Bulletin ROCKWOOL has released a new forward-thinking technical bulletin to support general contractors, architects, and building professionals in designing the next generation of resilient data center facilities.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94813 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94813-rockwool-publishes-new-technical-bulletin Using Building Science to Design a High-Performing Building Envelope Modeling and evaluating envelope performance during the design phase can help identify potential issues early, while thoughtful material selection allows designers to balance performance, aesthetics, and long-term value.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94717 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94717-using-building-science-to-design-a-high-performing-building-envelope Feeding People in Need with New Cold Storage Facility 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.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94707 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94707-feeding-people-in-need-with-new-cold-storage-facility ROCKWOOL Smartrock Now Available Nationwide in U.S. Smartrock is available in thicknesses ranging from 2” to 6” to meet residential and commercial energy code requirements in all regions of the United States.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94529 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94529-rockwool-smartrock-now-available-nationwide-in-us Mitigating Thermal Bridging in Metal-over-Metal Recover Assemblies To eliminate the thermal bridge, the specification must introduce a thermal break between the existing structure and the new roof system. A Metal-over-Metal recover system achieves this through a three-component assembly: Flute-Fill Insulation, Tall Clips, and an Air Gap.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94528 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94528-mitigating-thermal-bridging-in-metal-over-metal-recover-assemblies How Modern Building Envelope Materials Support New Code Requirements 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.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94448 Wed, 07 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94448-how-modern-building-envelope-materials-support-new-code-requirements The Role of Certified HVAC Filtration in Achieving Healthy Indoor Air in Sealed Buildings A Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly HVAC filter, tested to rigorous scientific standards, provides a validated approach to capturing airborne allergens and fine particles, helping maintain cleaner indoor air even when outdoor conditions are challenging.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94429 Wed, 24 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94429-the-role-of-certified-hvac-filtration-in-achieving-healthy-indoor-air-in-sealed-buildings Cold-Climate Moisture Failures Aren’t Material Problems, They’re System Problems Moisture failures in cold climates rarely start with the materials themselves. Foam and fiberglass can fail, but in practice the bigger issue is how the building operates as a system.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94413 Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94413-cold-climate-moisture-failures-arent-material-problems-theyre-system-problems How Certified Insulation and Wall Systems Work Together to Improve Indoor Air Quality 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.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94376 Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94376-how-certified-insulation-and-wall-systems-work-together-to-improve-indoor-air-quality Thermal-Bridge-Free Smart Façades That Achieve ASHRAE 90.1 Compliance 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.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94331 Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94331-thermal-bridge-free-smart-facades-that-achieve-ashrae-901-compliance Knauf Insulation Earns Asthma & Allergy Friendly Certification Across Full Portfolio of Products The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America and Allergy Standards Limited announced that the entire Knauf Performance+ portfolio of residential and commercial insulation products have earned Asthma & Allergy Friendly Certification.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94200 Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94200-knauf-insulation-earns-asthma-and-allergy-friendly-certification-across-full-portfolio-of-products Kingspan Rebrands Expanded Polystyrene Line Kingspan Insulation North America, a leading manufacturer of advanced insulation products, has rebranded its expanded polystyrene (EPS) product line under new unified names that simplify product selection.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94059 Wed, 27 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94059-kingspan-rebrands-expanded-polystyrene-line Enverge Expands Footprint with Canadian Market Launch of 1860 CDN Closed-Cell Spray Foam Enverge, a leading innovator in spray foam insulation solutions, is proud to announce its expansion into Canada and launch the all-new 1860 CDN™, bringing advanced insulation to Canadian builders, contractors, and homeowners.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94038 Wed, 20 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94038-enverge-expands-footprint-with-canadian-market-launch-of-1860-cdn-closed-cell-spray-foam Meet America's Best Insulation Contractors at ICAA 2025 This year's show locates to the Orlando area, where contractors and family can relax and enjoy the early part of the fall.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94019 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 12:10:00 -0400 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94019-meet-americas-best-insulation-contractors-at-icaa-2025 Eco-friendly Insulation Solution from Rhino Lining This eco-friendly insulation solution is perfect for walls, ceilings, roof decks, crawlspaces, and hard-to-reach areas across residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94018 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 12:17:00 -0400 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94018-eco-friendly-insulation-solution-from-rhino-lining Continuous Insulation With Stucco: Benefits and Challenges http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94012 Fri, 08 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/94012-continuous-insulation-with-stucco-benefits-and-challenges EIFS with Resin Cast Wood Waco Family Medicine, located in Waco, Texas, underwent a significant 25,000-square-foot expansion. Through close collaboration with specialty subcontractor Baker Triangle, the team turned to a novel solution: combining Exterior Insulation and Finish System (EIFS) with prefabricated resin cast wood planks

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/93983 Wed, 06 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/93983-eifs-with-resin-cast-wood Insulation Market 2025–2032: Rapid Growth Fueled by Green Building Trends and Global Construction Boom Rising demand for sustainable insulation solutions is driving robust growth across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors worldwide.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/93909 Thu, 10 Jul 2025 10:57:00 -0400 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/93909-copy-of-insulation-market-20252032-rapid-growth-fueled-by-green-building-trends-and-global-construction-boom Spray Foam Insulation in Action As the demand for high-performance buildings grows across commercial, institutional, and residential sectors, developers across the U.S. are turning to advanced insulation strategies to meet evolving energy goals.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/93867 Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/93867-spray-foam-insulation-in-action Rising Lung Cancer Rates in Non-Smoking Women Underscores Radon Risk An effective means for helping to prevent radon gas from entering structures at the common points of entry leverages closed cell spray polyurethane foam, or SPF.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/93821 Fri, 13 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/93821-rising-lung-cancer-rates-in-non-smoking-women-underscores-radon-risk Knauf North America Expanding Blowing Wool Capacity New blowing wool line in Shelbyville, Ind., scheduled for 2026.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/93739 Mon, 19 May 2025 09:58:31 -0400 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/93739-knauf-north-america-expanding-blowing-wool-capacity Knauf-Blowing-Insulation-INA1-high-res-web 780 x 439.jpg Creating Healthier Indoor Environments Through Innovative Building Materials This article explores how innovations in building materials are reshaping the indoor environment by promoting healthier spaces for both residents and workers. 

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/93720 Wed, 14 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/93720-creating-healthier-indoor-environments-through-innovative-building-materials Wool Insulation and the Rise of Eco-Friendly Building Materials With its increased thermal performance, moisture regulation, and air purification properties, wool insulation represents a critical step toward greener building methods.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/93627 Wed, 16 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/93627-wool-insulation-and-the-rise-of-eco-friendly-building-materials ROCKWOOL Introduces Smartrock ROCKWOOL is giving architects, specifiers, contractors, and installers a new option for creating high-performance exterior wall assemblies with the launch of ROCKWOOL Smartrock.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/93607 Tue, 08 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/93607-rockwool-introduces-smartrock Hempitecture Expands to LA to Support Wildfire Rebuilding Efforts Idaho-based Hempitecture is expanding its presence in Los Angeles with a new fulfillment hub. This strategic move will make it easier and more cost-efficient for architects, builders, and developers to access Hempitecture’s sustainable, fire-resistant building materials in one of the largest markets.

]]> http://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/93582 Mon, 31 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.buildingenclosureonline.com/articles/93582-hempitecture-expands-to-la-to-support-wildfire-rebuilding-efforts