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Sustainability
Sustainable Development
Sustainable development has become one of the buzzwords
of the last decade. It is enshrined in government and private sector
policies internationally. There are at least 250 published definitions
of which the most generally accepted is:
“Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising
the ability of future generations to meet their own.”
The variety of definitions
shows that the concept is contestable. There is still a lot of controversy
when it comes to exploring the concept in depth.
Within the framework
of ‘sustainable development’ and of more immediate
relevance to insulated panels is the concept of sustainable construction and
the part insulated panels play in the whole sustainability equation.
Sustainable
Construction
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| In addition to their obvious use as
a weather shield, the primary function of insulated panels is Energy
Conservation. PIR panels are designed using the highest performing
and most efficient insulation, uniquely contributing to sustainable
construction. |
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Maximum energy conservation for least thickness and
weight |
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Low weight leads to lower levels of supporting steelwork
or building
framework |
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Insulation performance is built-in and guaranteed for
the life of the
panel |
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Panel-to-panel joints are factory engineered for
tightness and low air leakage. (Air leakage is a major factor in
the energy loss from buildings.) |
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Panel manufacturers present a range of details
and accessories so that the panel system as a whole contributes to
the energy conservation equation. |
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Panels are delivered to site as single-piece
units enabling construction times to be reduced by up to 60% and
with resultant savings of power, energy, water and waste. |
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PIR/PUR panels and the industry
play a crucial role in improving the environmental performance
of buildings, delivering a sustainable construction both now
and for the future. |
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Disposal and End of Life treatment
A new section has been created covering the 'Disposal and end of life treatment' of Insulated Panels. Click here for more details.
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Also in this section:
Building regulations | Air
tightness testing |
EPIC
guide to building regulations | Disposal and end of life treatment |
