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Vacuum Insulated Glass (VIG) can achieve up to R19 in certain glazing configurations!
Thank you Jason Blush for the great discussion at GlassBuild America about Guardian Industries 's vacuum insulated glass (VIG) units....
Stefan Goebel
Oct 11, 20241 min read
How does an IECC 2018 building enclosure hold up against a Passive Building (Phius) Enclosure? And what matters most, U-Value, R-Value or Air Leakage?
➡ Check out this Phius Prescriptive Snapshot (Residential) to IECC 2018 residential and commercial enclosure comparison. ➡ While the...
Stefan Goebel
Jun 28, 20241 min read
Architects, Builders, Consultants and Material Vendors will benefit from this; a free tool to provide the project team with climate and cost optimized specs. for high performance buildings.
Simply enter the project location and conditioned floor area to receive Window U-Value as well as Roof, Wall, Slab R-Values and...
Stefan Goebel
Jun 27, 20241 min read
Our client's wanted a healthy home for their children - bringing in fresh filtered outdoor air for the highest indoor air quality was something we wouldn't compromise on.
The contractor would typically couple the ERV fresh air supply with the heating and cooling air handler; we suggested to keep them...
Stefan Goebel
Jun 4, 20242 min read
Multi-family buildings larger 12,000 sf require Phius Core or PHI certification under the residential specialized code in Massachusetts to receive a permit and allow occupancy after construction.
➡ Read on to attached section R405.2 to learn how the building department evaluates if the projects meets this requirement. ➡ As of May...
Stefan Goebel
Jun 4, 20241 min read
Do buildings have to breathe?
It's a common myth, but that's all it is - a myth! Building airtightness provides durability in assemblies, supports balanced ventilation...
Stefan Goebel
Jun 4, 20241 min read
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