EDITOR ’ S CHOICE
Preventing thermal bridging at the Custom House parapets was also a critical consideration for such a high performance development .
Above , graphic of the XT type K in position . Below , graphic of a conventional Sconnex type P unit in position
Graphic of the XT type A in position
that is both more cost-effective and more thermally efficient than conventional wrapped parapets . Its 120mm insulation thickness results in low psi-values and therefore significantly reduces heat loss – and there is no wrapping required . An added benefit being there is no risk of any additional thermal bridging through balustrade fixings . Other key factors are durability – and significantly water impermeability – so there is no risk of expensive maintenance or restoration due to waterproofing problems .
High performance solution for the concrete balconies
For the concrete balconies at Custom House the tried-and-tested Schöck Isokorb XT Type K has been incorporated to meet Passivhaus standards . The XT type K with compression module HTE-Compact and 120 mm insulation thickness , is a load bearing thermal break element for free cantilevered balconies . It is the company ’ s most efficient thermal break ever , offering 30 % more thermal performance than the standard Schöck Isokorb T type K .
The widest range in Europe All of the Schöck products used at Custom House ( the Sconnex type P , the XT type A and the XT type K ) are certified by the Passive House Institute in Germany . With the Sconnex type P being the only column connection certified by the Institute . The fully compliant Schöck Isokorb range , whether for Passivhaus or standard solutions , offers the widest selection of structural thermal break solutions from any European supplier . In the UK , the range enables projects to meet full compliance with the necessary Building Regulations ( and the impending Future Homes Standard criteria where relevant ). There is also the security of independent BBA Certification , which provides NHBC approval .
Contact Schöck on 01865 290 890 ; or for full details of the entire product range visit the solutions page on the website at www . schoeck . com / en-gb / solutions-uk
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