Energy Efficiency

"Bonus Room" Energy Retrofit Made Easy

July 23, 2019

Builders in New York optimize their plans to fit more houses on a development, and one way they create inexpensive square footage is to build a second-story room over an attached garage, framing the roof and the bonus room in one quick step using an attic truss.

JM’s New Climate Pro Insulation Line to Be Built in McPherson, KS

July 23, 2019

Johns Manville (JM), a global building and specialty products manufacturer and a Berkshire Hathaway Company, announced a new Climate Pro®blowing wool production line will be built in McPherson, Kan.

Selling the Benefits of Continuous Insulation Using IR & Smart Phone Technology

July 10, 2019

In past articles, we have extensively covered the benefits that foam plastic continuous insulation provides for all types of construction in all climates.

Considering the Differences Between Closed & Open Cell Spray Foam

July 10, 2019

In an article by Rob Yagid for Fine Homebuilding, which was sponsored by Versi-Foam Systems, the question addressed is what is open cell versus closed cell foam?

LEED Version 4.1 Coming Soon, Needs Your POV

July 9, 2019

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) announced a call for proposals to solicit feedback and concepts for the next version of LEED.

Infographic: Polyurethanes Generate Jobs

July 9, 2019

The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) of the American Chemistry Council mission is to promote the growth of the North American polyurethanes industry through effective advocacy, delivery of compelling benefits messages demonstrating how polyurethanes deliver sustainable outcomes, and creation of robust safety education and product stewardship programs.

Energy Framing Makes Home Net-Zero CalGreen

July 8, 2019

The Net-Zero ABC Green Home 4.0 LUXE Project being developed on a Southern California mountain site by a consortium of designers, contractors and vendors will take the homebuilding industry a huge step forward in residential energy efficiency by incorporating a plethora of advanced systems and materials that will make the 3,900 square-foot luxury residence one of the most energy advanced homes in California.

What Does Building Envelope System Integration Mean?

July 8, 2019

For increased thermal efficiency and design freedom, an integrated building envelope system can be an excellent solution for high-performing buildings.

New Product: Vapor Permeable Tapes Provide Increased Productivity

July 8, 2019

IKO’s latest offering—the AquaBarrier Vapour Permeable Tapes (VP Tapes) are a durable, primerless, user-friendly solution ready to go to work—providing unmatched moisture protection.

Video: GAF’s Response to Rapid Influx of Technology

July 8, 2019

GAF President Jim Schnepper talks to Roofing Contractor (RC) about the bold moves the industry’s largest materials manufacturer is making today to ensure a stronger tomorrow.