New York City’s ‘glass ban’ – what is it, and what does it mean?
...not amount to a ban on the glass and steel in New York’s commercial buildings. According to the New York Times, de Blasio plans would institute energy code requirements as...
Importance of Sealer for EIFS Projects
High-performing, drainable EIFS provides the building industry with a complete wall cladding system and a simple-to-use solution toward compliance with the current energy code. Drainable EIFS wall systems, like StoTherm®...
6 Advantages of Engineered Masonry Veneer Systems
...broad range of architectural surfaces. These benefits help ensure a durable, aesthetically-beautiful building enclosure system that contributes toward sustainable, energy-efficient, comfortable, and healthy IEQ residential, commercial, and institutional wall construction....
Rainscreen Architecture: Glass Cladding System Solutions for Architects and Builders
Secure and robust glass rainscreen cladding systems contribute significantly towards energy-efficient, safe, and comfortable buildings with healthy indoor environmental quality (IEQ). StoVentec® Glass Rainscreen® systems are a proven and established...
The Best Exterior Wood Cladding Systems for Your Commercial Project
...from absorbing paint or stain. Renewable and biodegradable wood requires very little energy to produce, making it a sustainable building solution. In addition, trees naturally absorb CO2 and release oxygen,...
NFTs in architecture: The future or passing fad?
...known as mining, which involves complex puzzles, awesome computing power and a huge load of energy. That’s because Ethereum, the platform of choice for NFTs, uses a method called proof...
How sustainable campus design affects students and operators
...design on campuses are numerous. For operators, standouts include reducing energy costs and increasing lifespan of a building. For students, introducing elements like biophilic design, as well as fostering connections...
A Rainscreen System Unlike Any Other
StoVentec Render is an innovative rainscreen cladding solution that improves building performance with economical construction. This system features a ventilated cavity for effective drainage, continuous insulation for energy efficiency and...
One Manufacturer is Better Than Two
...moisture infiltration by preventing condensation in the wall system to resist structurally damaging mildew and mold. Energy Efficiency: Prevents air infiltration through the wall, reducing energy use and costs Indoor...
Exploring Non-Combustible Construction: What You Need to Know
...roofs made of combustible material Mineral Wool Insulation for Non-Combustible Construction Mineral wool continuous insulation contributes to non-combustible construction and meets stringent code requirements for energy-efficient building design. Initially, manufacturers...
6 Useful Online Tools for Building Professionals
Throughout its 40+ year history, Sto Corp.’s energy-efficient and easy-to-apply building envelope solutions have provided building professionals with the widest range of aesthetic possibilities on the most complete collection of...
Prefabrication on the Rise: Understanding the Rapid Growth of the Prefab Market
...barriers to create a more energy-efficient building. Prefabricated panels provide continuous insulation and seamless air and moisture barriers, to create superior energy efficiency and airtightness levels. Sto Panel Technology Atlantic...
2021 construction outlook: Signs of positivity showing
...the need for renovations to existing space for physical distancing and for well building design criteria. Climate plan may create jobs Clean energy, lower emissions and a sustainable economy are...
Breaking Down the Differences: Tempered Glass vs. Toughened Glass
...(kinetic energy). A rainscreen cladding system will limit water intrusion by providing a drainage plane. Improved Safety Blast-Tested The strength and integrity of the StoVentec® Glass Rainscreen® System can pass...
Recent developments in sustainability initiatives for commercial buildings
Energy efficiency, reduced carbon output and sustainability measures have been targets for those designing and operating commercial buildings for some time. Now, with Net Zero – where a building emits...
Glass exteriors in commercial buildings: Four incredible buildings with glass facades
...building, natural light is a proven productivity and mood enhancer. Technological advancements have allowed for many different innovations in glass, including treatments to improve energy efficiency, emissivity, glare, and coloring....
Precast Concrete Wall Panels and a Better Alternative
...reducing daily temperature swings and saving energy. Disadvantages of Precast Concrete Wall Panels Problems associated with heavy precast concrete panels include handling issues, moisture problems, insufficient thermal performance and fire...
How to Reduce Building Envelope Installation Time Without Sacrificing Quality
...allowed builders to cost-effectively hastened the installation of its energy-efficient building envelope. Rising Construction Market The Global Buildings Construction Market size in 2022 was $5,412.80 billion. Building experts predict this...
How are digital twins being used in the built environment?
...and buildings consume 25-40% of global energy. Given the volume of new property that needs to be built to accommodate the increase in urbanization, it’s important that the sustainability performance...
The Art of Exterior Design: A Guide to External Render Cladding Systems
...continuous insulation (CI), and our high-quality StoVentec® Rainscreen® cladding. In addition, the lightweight and energy-efficient StoVentec® Rainscreen® Systems reduce heating and air-conditioning costs and limit condensation that can cause unhealthy...
Reduce Weather Delays for Your Building Envelope Construction Projects
...by cutting raw material waste, recycling materials, and improving the energy efficiency of the wall system. In addition, the use of prefab wall panels significantly lessens equipment, labor and waste...
The Do’s and Don’ts of EIFS Painting: 8 Tips for a Successful Project
...air and water-resistive barrier and continuous insulation Energy efficiency Fire-resistance A low-maintenance structure EIFS also offers versatile, attractive, and sophisticated exterior finishes. Periodically, EIFS finishes require cleaning to remove dirt,...
Fluid/Liquid-Applied Air & Moisture Barriers
...bonds to the exterior sheathing without fasteners. A high-performing fluid-applied vapor barrier contributes to energy-efficient, durable, and healthy residential, commercial, and institutional environments. The Benefits of Fluid-Applied Air Barriers Fluid-applied...
Fully Integrated Prefabricated Façade Panels w/ Window Compatibility
Fully integrated prefabricated facade panels with factory-installed windows can create air-tight building envelopes that contribute significantly to sustainable, energy-efficient, durable, and safe buildings. Furthermore, StoPanel® Technology branded, tested, and warranted...
STPE Sealants: What You Need to Know
...per hour at 50Pa of pressure – a significant measure of a building’s energy efficiency. 1. The top plate to attic drywall achieves a potential ACH50 reduction: up to 1.6...
How EPDs work with the LEED ratings system
...at least three of the environmental impact categories measured in an EPD. Those categories measure product impact on factors such as global warming potential or depletion of non-renewable energy resources.”...
Comparing Sealant Types and the Benefits of STPE Technology
...creating a tight building envelope which improves energy-efficiency and occupant comfort of a building. Comparing Construction Sealants High-performing construction sealants offer durability, flexibility, ease of application, and sustainability. The building...
StoSeal STPE™ Sealant: Your All-in-One Sealant Solution for Building Restoration
...costly repairs which could result from water intrusion. A properly performing sealant also prevents excessive air movement which affects occupant comfort and contributes to energy costs during the building’s service...
Examining 3D printing in construction
...cited by Scientific American, suggests 3-D printing could create up to 30 percent less material waste than typical construction techniques, as well as using less energy and generating fewer carbon...
What could construction on Mars look like?
...be transformed into a viable building material that would require minimal energy and no need for special equipment. Researchers also noted that since insects may be a key component of...
