Join us in celebrating success

Posted by SOCOTEC , August 13, 2024 - Events, Industry News

Join us in celebrating success as we extend our congratulations to our Specialty Engineering team members who were promoted as of July 1st, 2024! Robert Dillworth Eric Cheifet Paul J. Murtagh, Ph.D., P.E. Rupert Price Thank you for your dedication to SOCOTEC and our valued clients. Your promotion is a testament to your commitment to excellence, continuous learning, and exemplary leadership. We anticipate a future filled with continued success and…

Join NYSERDA as we celebrate how clean energy powers our economy during American Clean Power Week!

Posted by NYPH , August 12, 2024 - Energy, Member News

Join NYSERDA as we celebrate how clean energy powers our economy during American Clean Power Week! Wind, solar, and storage are powering the U.S. economy and communities across America. Today, clean energy projects can be found in all 50 states—but one state is the leading community solar market in the U.S. If you guessed New York, you’re correct! NY-Sun is New York State’s $3.3 billion initiative to advancing solar, driving down…

Are you ready for the next learning event in the ROCKonnect series?

Posted by Rockwool , August 11, 2024 - Events, Industry News

Are you ready for the next learning event in the ROCKonnect series? We’re focusing on high-performance design with passive house principles. Passive house is increasingly the go-to strategy in the design world as energy codes and performance targets become even more demanding. Applying passive house standards to commercial-scale projects can feel daunting. But it’s definitely attainable. Especially when you draw on the real-life experience of AEC professionals who’ve done it…

We are delighted to announce that Partel has been shortlisted as a finalist for the 2024 Structural Timber Awards!

Posted by Partel , August 6, 2024 - Envelope, Industry News

We are delighted to announce that Partel has been shortlisted as a finalist for the 2024 Structural Timber Awards! 🏆 Our innovative product, VARA PLUS ECO Paper-Based Vapour Control Layer, has been nominated in the Product Innovation Award category. 🌟 This recognition underscores our commitment to sustainability and excellence in building materials. 🌍🏠 We look forward to celebrating this achievement at the prestigious Structural Timber Association Ltd awards ceremony on…

Exciting things are happening with our Campus Connection Program!

Posted by Rockwool , August 5, 2024 - General Interest - Science & Lifestyle, Industry News

Exciting things are happening with our Campus Connection Program! What started as a small initiative just two years ago has grown into a thriving program. As our students wrap up their internships and co-op assignments, they present their work accomplishments and share how their time at ROCKWOOL has shaped their career goals in front of their managers and members of the management team. Learn More

“If a treehouse can do it, I can do it”

Posted by 475 High Performance Building Supply , August 3, 2024 - General Interest - Science & Lifestyle, Industry News

High Performance & High in the Trees: A Pro Clima Treehouse Our latest blog post discusses a unique project that utilized high performance building practices and airsealing materials to build a treehouse. Assembly details: Rain screen, 2x6 insulated with hemp, INTELLO X sealed with TESCON VANA, 2x4 service cavity with mineral wool insulation, LUNOS heat recovery ventilation The next time you hear someone say, we just don’t have room for a service cavity, say to yourself:…

The key?

Posted by Passive House Institute , August 2, 2024 - Construction, Member News

Passive House design prioritises healthy, comfortable, and sustainable buildings. The key? A meticulous planning process that ensures top-notch building envelope quality and effective ventilation. The Passive House Institute's tools allow you to calculate a building's performance before construction even begins, simplifying the entire design process. Learn More