Window Walls | Glazing | Cladding | Thermal & Moisture Barriers
Pulp Studio, California Glass Bending, and Belzberg Architects collaborated on this panel system comprising a vacuumed layer of SentryGlas Expressions (SGX) PVB substrate sandwiched between slabs of slumped, laminated glass. The shape, thickness, curvature, and pattern of the panels may be customized, with sizes up to 96" x 180" available. Suitable for interior or exterior applications, the glass was developed for the Gores Group headquarters in Beverly Hills, California, shown at left.
pulpstudio.com
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The only self-adhered EPDM rubber roofing membrane on the market, RubberGuard ensures full coverage across openings, significantly reduces installation time, and can be applied at temperatures as low as 20°F. The 60mm-thick VOC-free membrane meets or exceeds all ASTM requirements. Its release liner is also 100% recyclable.
firestonebpco.com
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This ultra-low VOC spray foam for commercial and residential applications allows trade workers to safely reenter the space after one hour of active ventilation and for homeowners to reoccupy it after two. Consisting of a base seal and a resin, ProSeal offers an R-value of 7.1 and an improved yield to meet today’s strict building code requirements.
icynene.com
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This line allows specifiers to customize a single wall or roof insulated metal panel with up to 24 horizontal, vertical, and diagonal reveals. The reveals can vary in size, color, and face texture; they also can feature integrated components such as windows and louvers. By making one panel look like several, the product reduces both installation time and the risk of air and water infiltration.
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These off-white masonry veneer bricks and blocks make custom paint jobs quicker by presenting a less-absorbent surface than their touchstones. They come in three styles: a coarse brick, a squat and long rectangle, and a blocky Midcentury Modern shape.
creativemines.us
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Made with Neopor, a rigid foam from BASF, this insulation has high-purity graphite integrated into the polymer matrix of its expanded polystyrene. The result is that this 100% recyclable product has R-values that increase as the temperature decreases—rising from 4.3–4.6 at 75°F to 4.9–5.0 at 25°F. It also offers exceptional vapor permeability.
insulfoam.com
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This low-E glass provides superior solar-control performance without a noticeable reflected color. In a standard 1" insulating-glass unit, it offers a solar heat gain coefficient of 0.23, a visible light transmittance of 51%, and a light-to-solar-gain ratio of 2.22. It also can be combined with clear, Starphire Ultra-Clear, and performance-tinted glass in various applications.
ppgideascapes.com
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This low-E product keeps birds safe by adding acid-etched patterns onto the outside of PPG Industries’ energy-saving Solarban glass. Tested by the American Bird Conservancy, AviProtek comes in three linear and two dot patterns. Two glass colors and a 6mm thickness are standard; custom options are available.
walkerglass.com
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Available in realistic Shake, Slate, and Tile profiles, this 100% recyclable steel roofing features a patented paint coating that can reflect up to 65% of solar radiation. This high-performance product, which is approved for use in harsh climates, also supports clean water runoff.
matterhornmetalroofing.com
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LathNet is an all-in-one mesh-and-lath drainage system for adhered masonry. Created by Mortar Net Solutions in partnership with ClarkDietrich Building Systems, it offers a continuous plane between the lath and structural wall, preventing mortar bridging and eliminating the need to install yet another weather-resistant barrier. Made of polyester, the mesh is 50% recyclable; the steel lath is 100% recyclable.
mortarnet.com
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