Global presence – local support Parex Ltd, Atherstone, Warwickshire
Part of a leading global company of speciality chemicals and products for the construction market. 2
Why are we here? The New ECO and Green Deal initiatives
Where does all the heat go? Roof 20%
Windows 9%
Walls 45%
Doors 13%
Floors 13%
Changes in the environment WHAT ARE THE DRIVERS? Regulatory changes – PAS 2030 / European legislation / Climate Change Act 2008 – 34% reduction in emissions by 2020 (1/4 of emissions is from housing stock!) New Initiatives – GREEN DEAL & ECO - Must be approved e.g. Providers, Assessors, Installers, Systems - BBA / European Technical Approvals Building Regs 2013 & 2016 - Insulation enhancement of buildings - 2013 - Existing 0.30W/m²K New – 0.20W/m²K - 2016 - Existing 0.20W/m²K New – 0.18W/m²K
What are all of our responsibilities? Not about individuals Its about reducing the impact on the planet
We could and should be better We certainly have the knowledge! Now is the time to use it
One system – 3 names EWI External Wall Insulation ETICS External Thermal Insulation Composite Systems
EIFS External and Insulation Façade Systems
Financial & other drivers £2.6Billion External Wall Insulation is a key element of this work Bristol awarded DECC funding One of 7 major cities been awarded Green Deal funding - £12M
Social & private landlord obligations 6.6million hard to treat properties across the UK
EWI is technical but not complicated Over 30 years in the marketplace GLOBALLY
Benefits and Advantages of EWI Minimal disruption to the occupant Thermal upgrade – warmer homes Condensation elimination – Health benefit Building continues to breath Acoustic New façade Wide range of finishes to match existing Increased property value?
What are the EWI / PAS 2030 requirements? ETA or BBA certified EWI system Suitably qualified installers Local training centres Colleges Aligned with EWI system E - Learning PAS 2030 accreditation Currently 17 companies that can accredit – more being added Go to www.greendealorb.co.uk
EIFS / New or Old buildings? Single skin or cavity….. What is the future?
Most building types Residential, commercial, highrise, low-rise
Key design considerations Planning!! Building Regulations Houses weren’t originally designed to be efficient – 1966 wall insulation was foil backed plasterboard Until 2 years ago it was still only 50mm Thermal Fire performance Finish & features = Design Impact resistance Cost “Golden Rule” may be a consideration
SYSTEM COMPONENTS
System components
Insulation
Insulation adhesive Base coat
Mesh Top coat finish Acrylic Mineral Dash Brick
Common insulations used
Carbon EPS 70E Fire classification EN O grade 90mm
Mineral Wool Fire classification EN A1 grade 110mm
1500 house upgrade with EWI System: Parextherm Mineral
Existing housing stock
No wall insulation Damp & condensation Delaminating render Close to the coast
Some enabling works needed Eaves extended Satellite dishes aligned
Insulation being applied – enabling works completed
Attachment: Adhesive & Mechanical
Areas to consider – Doors & windows
Areas to consider – Extg fixtures
Stand off spacers
Base bead
Basecoat application
Mesh application
Top Coat applied
Top Coat applied
Parextherm Marbri dash PORT TALBOT
Parextherm Marbri dash PORT TALBOT
EWI doesn’t just include old buildings
Support you may need Installer training Funding assistance Manufacturers support Technical support Specifications Ease of product availability Guarantees