As global temperatures continue to rise, researchers are examining the building envelope’s impact on climate-specific guidelines to create a more sustainable built environment.
<p>Heat transfer through building facades can occur by any combinations of conduction, convection, and/or radiation. Conductive heat transfer depends…
<p>This article presents results of a research study that focuses on understanding energy performance of novel facade systems that integrate…
FTI's Advocacy Committee submitted three proposals in response to the USGBC's LEED v4 announcement including recommendations to add a credit for assessing condensation resistance, a bundling option that ensures appropriate envelope performance, and improved delivery of thermal comfort near facades.
It’s that time of year as the holidays approach and heating bills climb. Next to moisture control, thermal behavior has occupied the top spot in performance considerations of the facade system for many years now. So how are we doing? Not so hot!
Kreysler & Associates has been leading the way in the use of composite materials in construction since its establishment in 1982. Born out of the high performance boat industry, the company was founded to bring proven marine materials and techniques to the construction industry.
Analyzing the energy performance of complex building envelopes, determining the need for sun protection, and assessing the effectiveness of shading
<p>Ever-increasing performance requirements in the latest version of the energy codes are compelling project teams to consider the thermal…
<p>The history of high performance facades and glazing has been a tale of attempting to manage the conflicting requirements of, on one hand inviting…
<p>All too often, high-performance building envelopes are considered in terms of new materials and technologies that push specific systems to improve…
<p>As awareness around the seismic performance of buildings grows, it is becoming increasingly necessary to integrate seismic expansion joint cover…