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Technoform Advances Thermal Barrier Bonding

Technoform Adhesion Prime improves thermal barrier bonding for high-performance fenestration.

Heather West

July 17, 2026

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New Adhesion Prime technology streamlines glazing while improving thermal and structural performance.

Air, Water, Vapor Barriers: What Matters Most

Field guidance on barrier roles, testing, and install details that drive airtightness and durability.

Laverne Dalgleish

June 8, 2026

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Understanding air, water and vapor barriers is essential for airtight, durable wall and ceiling assemblies that meet modern code and performance demands.

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ROCKWOOL Smartrock Now Available Nationwide in U.S.

An innovative commercial and residential solution for mass wall insulations.

February 16, 2026

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Smartrock is available in thicknesses ranging from 2 to 6 inch to meet residential and commercial energy code requirements in all regions of the United States.

Continuous Insulation and Code Requirements: How Codes Address Continuous Insulation

Continuous insulation creates a continuous thermal barrier around a building’s exterior, reducing thermal bridging, improving energy efficiency, and meeting modern code requirements in many climate zones.

Clark Larson

November 19, 2025

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Continuous insulation creates a continuous thermal barrier around a building’s exterior, reducing thermal bridging, improving energy efficiency, and meeting modern code requirements in many climate zones.

The Staff of Washington Best Finishes, led by Israel Alvarez

Building a Legacy

From Bedroom Startup to Industry Leader: The State of Washington Best Finishes

For 15 years, Washington Best Finishes, led by President Israel Alvarez, has grown from a small garage operation into one of the most trusted specialty subcontractors in the Pacific Northwest.

John Wyatt

October 10, 2025

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Driven by founder Israel Alvarez’s lifelong passion for construction, Washington Best Finishes has evolved from a small, six-person crew to an 80-strong subcontracting powerhouse known for quality, safety, and trust across the Pacific Northwest.

Is Continuous Insulation the Solution?

How to Achieve Exceptional Thermal Performance

While continuous insulation improves wall thermal performance, DuPont's integrated structural insulated sheathing system outperforms traditional assemblies by reducing thermal bridging and preserving more of the designed R-value through advanced Clear Field U-Factor modeling.

Keith Nelson

September 12, 2025

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While continuous insulation improves wall thermal performance, DuPont's integrated structural insulated sheathing system outperforms traditional assemblies by reducing thermal bridging and preserving more of the designed R-value through advanced Clear Field U-Factor modeling.

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Continuous Insulation With Stucco: Benefits and Challenges

A detailed guide to using stucco in your CI installation

Chris Little

August 8, 2025

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While continuous insulation with stucco improves energy efficiency and durability, it adds complexity, cost, and design challenges that require careful planning and skilled installation.

Finalizing the Building Envelope, Simplified

Highlighting the benefits of single-source cladding solutions, emphasizing streamlined logistics, aesthetic consistency, improved durability, and enhanced weather resilience for construction projects.

Kenny Collins

April 14, 2025

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The article highlights the benefits of single-source cladding solutions, emphasizing streamlined logistics, aesthetic consistency, improved durability, and enhanced weather resilience for construction projects.

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Advanced Architectural Products introduces GreenGirt Steel

GreenGirt Steel is a groundbreaking entry-level continuous insulation system that delivers best-in-class thermal performance, structural strength, and faster installation—all in a cost-conscious package. Traditionally, steel-based continuous insulation girts have forced design and construction teams to compromise on performance or ease of use.

April 9, 2025

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GreenGirt Steel is a groundbreaking entry-level continuous insulation system that delivers best-in-class thermal performance, structural strength, and faster installation—all in a cost-conscious package. Traditionally, steel-based continuous insulation girts have forced design and construction teams to compromise on performance or ease of use.