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🌐 Understanding U-Value: Key to Energy-Efficient Building Envelopes 🏡 U-Value, a key metric in building energy efficiency, measures heat transfer rate. Lower U-Values indicate better insulation and less heat loss. It’s calculated considering materials, thickness, thermal conductivity, and the collective contribution of windows, walls, roofs, and floors. Its significance lies in energy conservation and building efficacy. Material selection, based on U-Values, is crucial for climate and performance-oriented insulation and fenestration. Low U-Values align with green building practices and regulatory compliance, enabling the creation of energy-efficient and comfortable spaces. #UValue #EnergyConservation #BuildingEnvelope #EcoFriendlyDesign 🏠✨

Check out the all-new, on-demand course on how to retrofit old buildings the Passive House way, achieving EnerPhit certification! Meeting you and your building where you're at - because you deserve a healthy, efficient, and resilient building💚🏘️❤️. The Passive House Institute developed EnerPHit certification standards to accommodate the realities of existing old buildings, where foundations, party lines, historic preservation, cost, and other factors make a typical Passive House certification impractical. This course looks at the criteria, the pathways, and the potential exemptions that drive EnerPHit performance to deliver the health, efficiency, and resilience results we expect from Passive House. Through case studies of successful retrofits, see how to upgrade a building with respect to airtightness, insulation, thermal bridge reductions, high-performance windows, and ventilation. #passivehaus #sustainabledesign #efficiencyfirst #energyefficiency#cleanair #cleanenergyfuture #futureforward #architecturedesign #building#buildbettertogether #passivehouse

We understand how important it is to use quality materials that promote energy efficiency in buildings. Now more than ever, building occupants expect energy-efficient structures that promote healthy indoor environments. This means minimising issues like high heating bills, cold drafts, condensation, and mould growth. When architecturally planning new buildings, special attention should be given to breaking thermal bridges throughout the building envelope. Strategies like balcony thermal breaks are an important piece of creating a comfortable, energy-efficient building that meets user expectations. One of the products we supply from MAX FRANK Group, is Egcobox® – an innovative thermal break for balconies and other applications. Find out more on the benefits of thermal breaks like Egcobox® and how they help prevent heat loss in concrete construction. Link in comments. #thermalbridges #thermalbreaks #strongertogether

Why do we use curtain walls ? 1-Enhancing the energy efficiency and sustainability of buildings. to be continued..

Power outages, inadequate lighting and disruptions to daily operations can all impact on your inhabitants use of your building. Maximise your buildings' usability and efficiency by investing in the mechanical and electrical parts of your building design. Do your building services need an overhaul? ____ GLD are your M&E partner, helping your building function as beautifully as it looks. 📞Contact us on 01942 889535 #energyefficiency #carbonneutral #environmentalimpact

Power outages, inadequate lighting and disruptions to daily operations can all impact on your inhabitants use of your building. Maximise your buildings' usability and efficiency by investing in the mechanical and electrical parts of your building design. Do your building services need an overhaul? ____ GLD are your M&E partner, helping your building function as beautifully as it looks. 📞Contact us on 01942 889535 #energyefficiency #carbonneutral #environmentalimpact

Beat the Heat and Save Energy: Building Thermal Insulation Solutions Is your building feeling the summer heat? Rising temperatures can lead to uncomfortable working environments and skyrocketing energy bills. At Avalon Group, we offer a range of innovative thermal insulation solutions designed to keep your building cooler and more energy-efficient. Here's how we can help: Reduce energy consumption: Our insulation solutions minimize heat transfer, allowing your HVAC system to work less and lowering your energy costs. Enhanced comfort: Create a more comfortable and productive work environment for your employees by maintaining a cooler indoor temperature. Improved indoor air quality: Proper insulation can help reduce moisture issues and mold growth, promoting a healthier indoor environment. Long-term investment: Our high-quality insulation solutions offer excellent durability and return on investment. We offer a variety of insulation options to suit your specific needs, including: Wall insulation, Roof insulation. Let's discuss how we can help you achieve optimal thermal comfort and energy savings in your building! #buildingthermalinsulation #energyefficiency #sustainablesolutions #comfortableworkplace #construction #architecture #engineering

What are the detrimental effects of not insulating window and door reveals? Condensation: Temperature differentials between indoor and outdoor environments can cause condensation to form on uninsulated surfaces. This moisture buildup can potentially lead to mould and mildew issues, compromising indoor air quality and potentially causing health problems. Structural Damage: Over time, moisture from condensation or infiltration due to uninsulated reveals can damage the structural integrity of windows, doors, and surrounding walls. This can lead to rot, decay, or warping of materials, requiring costly repairs or replacements. Energy Loss: Uninsulated reveals lead to heat loss during colder months and heat gain during warmer months. This can significantly increase energy bills as heating and cooling systems work harder to maintain a consistent temperature. Reduced Comfort: Drafts caused by uninsulated reveals can create uncomfortable indoor conditions, making it difficult to maintain a consistent and comfortable temperature throughout the home or building. Noise Transmission: Insufficient insulation around windows and doors can also allow outside noise to penetrate into the interior spaces, reducing the overall acoustic comfort within the building. Properly insulating window and door reveals helps maintain airtightness, thermal efficiency, and structural integrity, contributing to a more comfortable and energy-efficient indoor environment. https://lnkd.in/ecm4VEcq #retrofit #insulation #breathableinsulation #sustainableconstruction #constructionireland #constructionuk #architects

🔁 Resharing from our Director: 🌞 Increase in Daylight and Sunlight Analysis Requests! 🌞 #DaylightAnalysis #SunlightAnalysis #UrbanPlanning #Sustainability #SEES