Technical Corner
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When Air Leaks Become a Critical Failure Risk: Aquatic Centres
by Sean Maxwell
Technical Manager
The new aquatic centre was the pride of the council — a shimmering new facility that was meant to keep active people healthy and provide a safe place for kids. But the new council owners noticed odd things about the building as soon as they turned the systems on.
Specifying for Airtightness and Testing
by Sean Maxwell
Technical Manager
We hear about better building performance through air tightness all the time. You’ve probably heard you can test for it with a blower door. But if that’s what you want, how do you get it? Here’s some guidance on how to specify for air tightness and a test to prove it.
‘Airtight’ vs ‘Breathable: What's it all about?
by Richard Hollard
Specification Manager
This month we look at 'airtight' vs 'breathable' building. Is it possible to achieve both within the same build?
Designing for Steam in Modern Buildings
by Thomas van Raamsdonk
General Manager
We pipe water inside buildings, so what happens when we turn it into steam?
Fire Testing for Temporary Wall Cladding
by Thomas van Raamsdonk
General Manager
A look at how a peel and stick weathertightness membrane performs in a fire when used as a temporary cladding.
Renovating and Insulating Masonry Walls
by Thomas van Raamsdonk
General Manager
Why strapping and lining masonry walls on the inside is not a good idea, not for renovation, not for new builds.