Foundations are part of the building’s thermal envelope, where heat can be lost through wall-to-foundation transitions that are not correctly insulated. This video explores how Armatherm™ can be used as a structural thermal break between the wall assembly and foundation transition, reducing heat flow around the perimeter of a building. StructuralThermalBreaks ArmathermThermalBridgingSolutions

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Thermal bridging is a significant factor in how heat is lost out of a building. This video explores how heat flows through the building envelope at thermal bridging locations, including wall, roof and foundation connections, as well as different types of heat flow including linear transmittance and point transmittance. StructuralThermalBreaks ArmathermThermalBridgingSolutions

Heat flow through typical building wall assemblies is currently underestimated by as much as 70%. This is particularly problematic for cladded and panelled walls that are supported and attached with metallic girts and clips, as they interrupt the continuous insulation layer of the wall assembly. This video explores how the Armatherm™ Z-Girt can remedy these issues. ArmathermZGirt. ArmathermThermalBridgingSolutions

Roof-to-wall intersections, parapets and roof penetration connections allow heat to flow directly through continuous insulation. This video explores how Armatherm™ structural thermal break material can support and transfer design loads while significantly reducing heat loss and condensation StructuralThermalBreaks ArmathermThermalBridgingSolutions

Steel canopies and balconies connect to the interior side of the thermal envelope passing through insulation and air barriers. This allows heat to flow through the connection bypassing the insulation. This video explores how Armatherm™ can be used as a structural thermal break within the insulating layer to reduce heat flow at the steel connection. StructuralThermalBreaks ArmathermThermalBridgingSolutions

Masonry façade walls require tie backs and shelf angles that reduce the R value of a wall by up to 50%, as they interrupt the continuous insulation layer of the wall assembly. This video explores how shelf angles can lead to building heat loss and how Armatherm™ works to eradicate energy transfer. StructuralThermalBreaks ArmathermThermalBridgingSolutions