ПОДАЮЩЕЕ УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ПЕННЫХ И НЕ ПЕННЫХ ПОКРЫТИЙ

Изобретение относится к подающему устройству для нанесения пенных покрытий или не пенных напыляемых покрытий и способу использования подающего устройства и может быть использовано для изготовления ветрозащитных пленок в строительстве для изоляции сооружений от воздействий внешней среды. Подающее устройство (10) имеет по порядку средство (20) транспортировки текучей среды, образующее канал (25) потока, для перекачивания жидкости. Кроме того, подающее устройство (10) содержит регулятор (30) расхода жидкости, управляемый спусковой скобой (37), образующий канал (35) потока, сообщающийся текучей средой с каналом потока средства (20) транспортировки текучей среды. Один конец регулятора (30) расхода и его канала (35) потока прикреплен к средству (20) транспортировки текучей среды. Через канал потока текучая среда может проходить, когда спусковая скоба находится в одном положении. Жидкость не может проходить, когда спусковая скоба (37) находится в другом положении. Подающее устройство (10) также ...

Изоляционный материал

Изобретение относится к получению изоляционного многослойного материала, предназначенного для устройства и ремонта кровельных покрытий жилых, промышленных зданий и сооружений, а также гидроизоляции зданий, сооружений, трубопроводов. Изоляционный материал представляет собой многослойный материал, содержащий основу из прочного и устойчивого к продавливанию материала с поверхностной плотностью не менее 100 г/м(нетканый, тканый материал или фольгированный материал) и полимерные слои. На обеих сторонах основы расположен термопластичный или эластомерный слой, а поверх этого первого слоя, на одной из сторон, расположен липкий слой, закрытый удаляемой защитной антиадгезионной пленкой. Липкий слой выполнен на основе водной акриловой дисперсии, содержащей акриловый сополимер, загуститель, и при необходимости различные другие вспомогательные целевые добавки или на основе каучукового клея-расплава. Изобретение позволяет улучшить эксплуатационные свойства изоляционного материала в различных климатических ...

ПАРОИЗОЛЯТОР НАПРАВЛЕННОГО ДЕЙСТВИЯ ДЛЯ РАБОТЫ В УСЛОВИЯХ ПЕРЕМЕННОЙ ВЛАЖНОСТИ

Изобретение относится к области изоляции зданий и касается пароизолятора направленного действия для работы в условиях переменной влажности. Изобретение также относится к применению пароизолятора для изоляции зданий, к системе, содержащей такой пароизолятор, и к применению определенной пленки для изоляции закрытого наружной облицовкой пространства в зданиях. Пароизолятор включает по меньшей мере два слоя, причем один слой является влагозависимым, а другой слой является влагонезависимым. Для первого слоя отношение сопротивления паропроницанию Sпри средней относительной влажности воздуха 25% к Sпри средней относительной влажности воздуха 71,5% составляет больше 3. Для второго слоя отношение сопротивления паропроницанию Sпри средней относительной влажности воздуха 25% к Sпри средней относительной влажности воздуха 71,5% составляет меньше 1,5. В силу определенной комбинации слоев, пароизолятор обладает чувствительной к направлению проницаемостью для водяных паров, поэтому может использоваться ...

НЕСУЩАЯ СТРУКТУРА ДЛЯ БИТУМНОЙ МЕМБРАНЫ И СПОСОБ ЕЕ ИЗГОТОВЛЕНИЯ

Описана несущая структура (1) для битумных мембран, содержащая два или большее количество слоев волокон (3), содержащих гомогенную смесь органических волокон (31) и неорганических волокон (32), между которыми проложена армирующая сетка (4), где упомянутые волокна (3) ориентированы параллельно продольной оси (L) несущей структуры (1) и уложены параллельно бок о бок и в чередующемся порядке. 2 н. и 14 з.п. ф-лы, 1 ил.

ВЛАГОПЕРЕМЕННЫЙ ЗАЩИТНЫЙ СЛОЙ И ПРИМЕНЕНИЕ ВЛАГОПЕРЕМЕННОГО ЗАЩИТНОГО СЛОЯ

Группа изобретений относится к строительству. Технический результат - улучшенные свойства защитного слоя для предотвращения повреждений влагой строительных материалов, возможность использования в изолированных конструкциях крыши и/или стены здания равным образом с наружной стороны и внутренней стороны относительно помещения, возможность использования независимо от климатических условий. Влагопеременный защитный слой, в частности для использования для защиты теплоизоляционного слоя в изолированных конструкциях здания, таких как конструкции крыши и/или стены здания, имеет зависимую от влажности окружающей среды эквивалентную диффузии водяного пара толщину Sслоя воздуха. Причем защитный слой, по меньшей мере, частично состоит из материала и/или содержит материал, который при относительной влажности атмосферы, окружающей защитный слой, в диапазоне от 0% до 25% имеет эквивалентную диффузии водяного пара толщину Sслоя воздуха более 10 м. А при относительной влажности атмосферы, окружающей защитный ...

СТРОИТЕЛЬНЫЙ ИЗОЛЯЦИОННЫЙ МАТЕРИАЛ

Изобретение относится к строительному изоляционному материалу для применения в строительной конструкции. Строительный изоляционный материал включает пористый полимерный материал, который образован из термопластичной композиции, содержащей непрерывную фазу, которая включает матричный полимер, и, кроме того, где добавка микровключения и добавка нановключения диспергированы в непрерывной фазе в форме дискретных доменов, где в материале определяется поровая сеть, которая включает множество нанопор со средним размером поперечного сечения 800 нм или меньше, причем добавка микровключения является полимерной и добавка нановключения является полимерной. Также описана строительная конструкция, содержащая обшивку здания, которая определяет внутреннюю сторону, при этом строительная конструкция содержит указанный строительный изоляционный материал, который расположен вплотную к поверхности обшивки здания, внутренней стороне или их комбинации. Изоляционный материал обладает повышенными эксплуатационными ...

ПАРОИЗОЛЯТОР НАПРАВЛЕННОГО ДЕЙСТВИЯ ДЛЯ РАБОТЫ В УСЛОВИЯХ ПЕРЕМЕННОЙ ВЛАЖНОСТИ

Bahn

Bahn (1), insbesondere Dachbahn, Bauverbundfolie, Fassadenbahn oder dergleichen, mit wenigstens einem wenigstens zwei zumindest bereichsweise zueinander parallelen und zumindest im wesentlichen parallel zu einem Längsrand (2) der Bahn (1) verlaufende Klebstoffstreifen (3) aufweisenden ersten Verbindungsbereich (4) zur Verbindung der Bahn (1) mit wenigstens einer weiteren Bahn (1), wobei der erste Verbindungsbereich (4) einem Längsrand (2) der Bahn zugeordnet ist, und wobei die Klebstoffstreifen (3) jeweils unterschiedliche Klebstoffe aufweisen, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Klebstoffe der Klebstoffstreifen (3) unterschiedliche Glasübergangstemperaturen (TG) und/oder unterschiedliche Shear Adhesion Failure Temperatures und/oder unterschiedliche Erweichungstemperaturen (TE) aufweisen.

Für die Bautechnik geeignete Abdichtungsbänder

Für die Bautechnik geeignete, aus mindestens drei flächenförmigen Schichten bestehende Abdichtungsbänder von 5 bis 20 cm Breite, dadurch gekennzeichnet dass a) die mittlere Schicht aus einer Folie eines Ionomeren besteht, die bei höherer relativer Luftfeuchtigkeit einen geringeren Wasserdampf- Diffusions-Widerstand sd hat, als bei niedrigerer relativer Luftfeuchtigkeit, wobei die Folie bei 72,5% relativer Luftfeuchtigkeit einen sd-Wert von 0,1 bis 5 m und bei 25% relativer Luftfeuchtigkeit einen sd-Wert von 1 bis 10 m aufweist und wobei die Differenz beider Werte 0,5 m oder größer ist b) die beiden äußeren Schichten, welche die mittlere Schicht schützen und tragen, aus gleichem oder verschiedenem Material bestehen und einen sd-Wert haben, der unter dem tiefsten sd-Wert der Folie (a) liegt und c) gewünschtenfalls weitere Schichten aus wasserdampfdurchlässigen Gerüst- und/oder verarbeitungstechnischen Hilfsstoffen vorgesehen sind.

Verwendung von lonomeren zur Abdichtung von Dämmstoffen

Verbundfolie

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Verbundfolie (1), vorzugsweise vorgesehen für den Einsatz in der Bauwirtschaft und/oder vorzugsweise zur Verwendung als Baufolie, mit wenigstens einer Funktionsschicht (2), wenigstens einer äußeren Schutzschicht (3) und wenigstens einer inneren Schutzschicht (4), wobei die Funktionsschicht (2) zwischen der äußeren Schutzschicht (3) und der inneren Schutzschicht (4) angeordnet ist. Erfindungsgemäß ist vorgesehen, dass die Funktionsschicht (2) als wenigstens einlagige Membranschicht ausgebildet ist, dass die äußere Schutzschicht (3) als eine Polyolefin aufweisende Vliesschicht und die innere Schutzschicht (4) als eine Polyester aufweisende Vliesschicht ausgebildet sind.

Insulating panels, and building constructions comprising insulating panels

Improvements in and relating to liquid impermeable and liquid vapour/gas permeable fabrics

A vapour permeable fabric comprises a first reflective layer laminated to a second filamentous layer for example by calendering. The first reflective layer may comprise a single metallic or reflective foil, a polymeric foil with metallic (eg. aluminium or an alloy thereof) or reflective material applied thereto, or a laminate of multiple reflective foils interspersed with non reflective foils. The reflective layer may be microporous or micro perforated. The filamentous layer may comprise a non woven (eg spun-bonded) or a woven polymeric fabric. Suitable polymers for either layer include polypropylene, polyamides or polyesters. In an alternative embodiment the reflective layer comprises a filamentous layer wherein the filaments are spun from a blend comprising a polymeric material and a reflective material. Said reflective material may be supplied as a masterbatch and may comprise finely ground aluminium (or an alloy thereof) particles in a polymer matrix. The invented fabrics may be used ...

Water vapour permeable multi-layer thermal insulation

A water vapour permeable multi-layer thermal insulation 10 includes two water vapour permeable outer layers 16, 18 encapsulating inner air and water vapour permeable layers 14 of insulation material and at least one inner separating layer 12 of an air-open fibrous material. This layer is interleaved with the inner thermal insulation layers 14 and having a mean flow pore size that allows water vapour to move from one side of the at least one inner fibrous separating layer to the other and through the inner insulation layers yet restricts mass movement of air from one side to the other of the at least one inner fibrous separating layer 12 to form a barrier to convection. The multi layer having a moisture vapour transmission rate (MVTR) or at least 1200 g/m2.day and a thermal resistance R of at least 1.40 m2.K/W. The pore size may be in the range 1 to 20 micrometres. The fibres of the fibrous layer may be metallised.

Improvements in and relating to liquid impermeable and liquid vapour/gas permeable fabrics

PLASTIC STEAM BRAKE FOIL TO THE PROTECTION FROM ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION IN INTERIORS

Fugenabdichtung zwischen Dämmelementen zur Gebäudedämmung

Es wird ein System zur Gebäudedämmung beschrieben. Gemäß den hier beschriebenen Ausführungsbeispielen weist das System ein erstes Dämmelement und mindestens ein zweites Dämmelement auf, welche vor einer zu dämmenden Gebäudewand derart angeordnet sind, dass mindestens eine erste Fuge zwischen zwei benachbarten Dämmelementen gebildet wird. Das System weist des Weiteren eine erste Dichtung und eine zweite Dichtung auf, die in der ersten Fuge zwischen zwei benachbarten Dämmelementen derart angeordnet sind, dass in der ersten Fuge zwischen den Dichtungen und den zwei benachbarten Dämmelementen ein erster Hohlraum entsteht, wobei in der zweiten Dichtung mindestens eine Öffnung zur Ableitung von Wasser aus dem ersten Hohlraum nach außen angeordnet ist.

Bausatz zur Erstellung einer Dichtung von zwei mit Platten belegten aufeinanderstoßenden Flächen

Es wird ein Bausatz vorgeschlagen, der aus einem Trägerband aus wasser- und dampfdichtem Material gefertigt ist, insbesondere aus einer Kunststofffolie, die eine klebstofffreie Seite 2 besitzt und auf der Gegenseite mit einer Klebstoffschicht 3 versehen ist, die mit einem Deckstreifen 4 abgedeckt ist. Auf diesem Trägerband 1 ist entweder mindestens 1 Schnittschutzband und/oder ein zur seitlichen Verbreiterung geeignetes, textiles Klebeband 12 vormontiert, welches eine Klebeschicht 14 und einen Deckstreifen 13 aufweist. Im Prinzip kann auch ein Gummi- oder Kunststoffband 8 vormontiert vorhanden sein, doch wird bevorzugterweise dieses lediglich im Bausatz mitgeliefert zur nachträglichen Montage. Das Trägerband kann entsprechend mit Markierlinien versehen sein.

Dicht- und Montageband

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Dicht- und Montageband (12) zur Abdichtung von insbesondere Wandecken bzw. der Eckbereiche von aufeinandertreffenden Wänden mittels einer wasserdichten Folie. Das Dicht- und Montageband (12) soll einen Anschlag für Fliesen o. dgl. ermöglichen, der zugleich schallentkoppelnd ist und die Anbringung einer geraden Dichtfuge am Fliesenstoss erlaubt. Hierzu ist auf einer Trägerfolie (1) des Dicht- und Montagebands (12) ein Schallschutzstreifen (4) aus einem Schaumstoff in Längsrichtung des Dicht- und Montagebands (12) vorgesehen.

SHIELDING THERMAL REFLECTION FOIL FOR THE BUILDING RANGE, SPECIAL AS UNTERSPANNBAHN

DAMPNESS PROTECTION WITH WIND POETRY FOR BUILDINGS

VAPOR BARRIER FOR THE EMPLOYMENT FOR THE THERMAL INSULATION OF BUILDINGS

Metal building insulation assembly

CONSTRUCTION MEMBRANE

Disclosed is a construction membrane (10) that has a first layer (12) which is vapour permeable attached to a second layer (14) which is perforated. The first layer may be attached to the second layer: by being bonded thereto with adhesive; by 5 thermal bonding; by welding such as by ultrasonic welding; etc. The construction membrane (10) may consist of two layers. The second layer may be fabricated such that it can provide reinforcing for the first layer (e.g. where the first layer is fragile, of lower strength, thin, etc.). The construction membrane may be cost-effectively produced. The resultant construction membrane may be stronger and less D susceptible to tearing or other damage during manufacturing, transportation, installation, and when installed. 13393087_1 (GHMatters) P111443.AU.1 6/08/20 0l 0 --- -- 0 0 0 -- o 0 - 0 0 0 0 0-- -0 0 ...

System and method for wall panel trim installation

There is disclosed a system and method for wall panel trim installation. In an embodiment, the system comprises a plurality of horizontal and vertical trim profiles having a back plate adapted to receive a top cap within a bracket, the bracket including a mounting base and walls extending up from either side of the base; and at least one flange formed on the walls and extending outwardly, the at least one flange including a shallow channel; wherein, upon receiving the top cap within the bracket, the at least one flange forming the shallow channel and a portion of the top cap secure an edge of a wall panel therebetween. In an embodiment, the shallow channel formed within the at least one flange is adapted to receive an adhesive or sealant. The top cap is partially received within the bracket such that a clearance is formed between a bottom of the mounting base and a bottom of the top cap. Back plate and top cap pairs allow installation of wall panels placed into position without fasteners ...

Multi-layer thermal insulation system

Water vapour control, which is arranged facing the inside of a building

Water vapour control, which is arranged facing the inside of a building, comprising a first layer having a water vapour diffusion resistance (sd-value) of 1 - 5 meters diffusion-equivalent air space width, measured at a relative humidity of an atmosphere surrounding the layer of 30 - 50 %, and having a sd-value of <1 meters diffusion-equivalent air space width, measured at a relative humidity of 60 - 80%, and a second layer having a sd-value of >0.6 meters diffusion-equivalent air space width, measured at a relative humidity of 80 - 100 %, and wherein the second layer is located at the side of the vapour barrier facing the inside of the building, relative to the position of the first layer.

Multi-layer thermal insulation system

Protective heat reflective film for the construction industry, especially used as an inner lining

Variable-humidity directional vapour barrier

The present invention relates to a variable-humidity directional vapour barrier which comprises at least two layers, wherein one layer (layer 1) is humidity-variable and the other layer (layer 2) is humidity-independent. For layer 1, the quotient for the water vapour diffusion resistance from the s ...

HOUSEWRAP

Housewrap (10) for attachment to a building (12) after installation of sheathing (14) and prior to installation of siding/cladding. The housewrap comprises a barrier layer (20) and an adhesive layer (22). The barrier layer (20) has a first surface (24), which faces inward relative to the building (12), and a second surface (26), which faces outward relative to the building (12). The adhesive layer (22) is applied to the first surface (24) for attachment of the housewrap (10) to the sheathing (14). The barrier layer (20) provides a moisture barrier against outside water or moisture, yet allows a water vapor transmission rate of at least 100 g/m2/day from the interior of the building (12). The adhesive layer (22) comprises a pressure sensitive adhesive that has a high moisture vapor transmission rate of at least about 100 g/m2/day.

ENHANCED BARRIER MULTIFUNCTIONAL COATINGS FOR NYLON FILMS

High barrier multilayer films are disclosed that incorporate a selectively permeable outer layer and a moisture barrier nanocomposite membrane. More particularly, insulation facing materials and insulation articles can incorporate an insulation facing material having a variable vapor barrier. The facing materials can include a moisture barrier membrane that incorporates a nanoclay.

DRAINAGE-PROMOTING WRAP

A drainage-promoting wrap includes an elongate strip of weather-resistive membrane storable in a spiral roll and a series of separate, spaced-apart, spacers elements bonded to a face of the weather-resistive membrane. The spacer elements project from the face to a predetermined height and are formed of a hot-melt material applied to the membrane. A series of self-sealing fastener tabs can also be formed on the face of the membrane. Wall and roof assemblies utilizing the wrap are also provided.

VAPOR BARRIER WITH VALVE FOR A BUILDING

A vapor barrier for sealing an interior of a building from an insulation cavity defined by framing members of the building includes a flexible and substantially impermeable sheet having apertures to allow air to exit the insulation cavity during filling of the insulation cavity with loose fill insulation. The vapor barrier also includes one-way valves mounted across the apertures. The valves are configured to allow air flow out of the insulation cavity and into the building interior through the apertures and to prevent air flow and moisture diffusion from the building interior into the insulation cavity.

LAMINATED BUILDING MATERIALS

ACTUATOR IN A MICROFLUIDIC SYSTEM FOR INDUCING ELECTROOSMOTIC LIQUID MOVEMENT IN A MICRO CHANNEL

A microfluidic system, which comprises a microchannel and a pump, is provided wherein the pump comprises at least one conductive member disposed in the microchannel or forming at least a part of a wall of the microchannel. The system may have electrodes positioned on respective sides of the conductive member so as to apply an electric field to said member. The conductive member may have a surface wherein the normal to the surface has a component parallel to and a component perpendicular to the direction of the electric field in the microchannel, such as to cause fluid in the microchannel to flow under the action of secondary electroosmosis.

SKID RESISTANT MOISTURE BARRIERS AND PROCESS FOR MAKING SAME

Skid-resistant moisture barriers of the invention, such as house wrapping, waterproofing membranes, and roofing underlayments, have a carrier sheet with polymer nodules deposited thereon through a rotating screen roll or by transfer means such as a gravure roll. Precise coating levels and polymer distribution can be achieved more easily when compared with prior art coating and embossing methods.

PROTECTIVE DRAINAGE WRAPS

A protective drainage wrap comprises a porous layer, a breathable solid l ayer portion and a plurality of fibers, filaments, tapes or yarn. The porous layer is adapted to allow water to pass therethrough. The breathable solid layer portion is adapted to allow water vapor to pass therethrough while pre venting or inhibiting water from passing therethrough. The plurality of fibe rs, filaments, tapes or yarn is located between and attached to the porous l ayer and the breathable solid layer portion. The plurality of fibers, filame nts, tapes or yarn forms a plurality of channels to assist in forming a drai nage path for draining liquid water from the protective drainage wrap. ...

PROCESS FOR FORMING A DURABLE LOW EMISSIVITY MOISTURE VAPOR PERMEABLE METALLIZED SHEET INCLUDING A PROTECTIVE METAL OXIDE LAYER

A process for forming a low emissivity, moisture vapor permeable metallized composite sheet by coating a moisture vapor permeable sheet with at least one metal and exposing the freshly deposited metal to an oxidizing plasma thereby forming a protective synthetic metal oxide over the metal. The composite sheet material is suitable for use as a building construction barrier layer such as roof lining and house wrap.

SELF SEALING ARTICLES

There are provided self sealing articles having a porous layer at least partially impregnated with a polymeric material where a first major surface of the porous layer is covered with the polymeric material and where the article passes Modified Test 1 of ASTM D-1970/D-1970M-13, Modified Test 2 of ASTM D-1970/D-1970M-13, or Modified Test 3 of ASTM D-1970/D-1970M-13 and is water vapor permeable and an air and water barrier. A self sealing article having a major surface of a porous layer that is coated with a polymeric material, where the porous layer comprises a microporous membrane, and where the article passes Modified Test 1 of ASTM D-1970/D-1970M-13, Modified Test 2 of ASTM D-1970/D-1970M-13, or Modified Test 3 of ASTM D-1970/D-1970M-13 and is water vapor permeable and an air and water barrier.

CONSTRUCTION SHEATHING AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING SAME

A laminated building sheathing comprises a rigid foam board and a facer. The rigid foam board comprises a drainage pattern formed on a major surface of the foam board. The drainage pattern comprises a drainage channel. The facer is configured to cover the major surface of the rigid form board and to essentially conform to the drainage pattern. The facer is semi-permanently bonded to the drainage channel but permanently bonded to non-channel planar portions of the major surface.

LOW-E HOUSEWRAP

A flexible insulation comprising a base insulating material, a covering material positioned over the base insulating material, and a plurality of perforations, wherein each of the perforations comprises an opening through both the base insulating material and the covering material.

VAPOUR RETARDER FOR USE IN HEAT INSULATION OF BUILDINGS

The invention relates to a vapour barrier for use in the heat insulation of buildings, which can be particularly used for heat insulation measures in new buildings or in the renovation of old buildings. The vapour barrier according to the invention is here in a position to effect water vapour diffusion under different environmental conditions. This is achieved by a material being used as the essential material which has a water vapour diffusion resistance dependent on the ambient humidity and in addition has adequate tensile strength and tear resistance.

COMPOSITE VAPOUR BARRIER PANEL

A fibreboard, insulating, wall panel includes an integral air and vapour barrier of metal foil or metallized plastic film adhered to one surface of the panel. Panels are attached to a stud wall frame. Abutting panel joints are taped to provide a continuance vapour barrier. Increased thermal and acoustic insulation as well as structural integrity of the barrier is provided by the panel.

Protection-hydraulic isolation sub-roof tape or wall tape for e.g. slanting roof, has base whose sides and surface are provided with sealing layers, and connector overlapped with translation part, where water entry is prevented into base

The tape has water-impermeable and steam-permeable sealing layers (1, 2) formed on TPU base. Thickness of the sealing layers is measured such that actual tapes are connected in a waterproof- and vapor-transmissive manner by thermal welding or source welding or by sticking in a connector. Two sides and an entire surface of a water-permeable- and steam-permeable base (3) are provided with the sealing layers. The connector is overlapped with an overlapped translation part (5), where water entry is prevented into the base in a fluid state. An independent claim is also included for a slanting roof.

Waterproof and vapor permeable tape for use as roof - or wall under tape

Ein wasserundurchlässiges und dampfdurchlässiges Band zur Verwendung als Unterdachband für ein schräges Dach oder als Wandband, mit einer wasserdurchlässigen und wasserdampfdurchlässigen Tragschicht (3) und mit einer ersten und einer zweiten wasserundurchlässigen und wasserdampfdurchlässigen Dichtungsschicht (1, 2) auf Grundlage eines thermoplastischen Elastomers auf Urethan-Basis. Die Dicke der Dichtungsschichten (1, 2) ist so gewählt, dass gleichartige Bänder wasserdicht und dampfdurchlässig mittels Thermalschweissens oder Quellschweissens, oder mittels Klebens in eine Verbindung verbindbar sind, wobei die Tragschicht (3) beidseitig und vollflächig mit der ersten und zweiten Dichtungsschicht (1, 2) versehen ist, und die entstandene Verbindung ist ferner mit einem Überlappungsteil (5) überlappbar, welches ferner den Wassereintritt in die Tragschicht (3) verhindert.

Adhesive tape for fixing vapour seals and wind seals

The invention concerns one-sided adhesive sealing tape. The tape consists of a carrier material which on one side is coated with a thin layer of plastics and on the other is provided with an adhesive layer. The adhesive tape is suitable in particular for bonding vapour barriers, vapour seals and draughtproofing devices, and is characterized by its tightness with respect to draughts, its ability to permit diffusion (limited permeability to vapour) and rapid processability without the use of tools.

CONSTRUCTION FILM AND THE COMBINATION OF THE FILMS

СПОСОБ ПОЛУЧЕНИЯ ВОЗДУХОПРОНИЦАЕМОГО МАТЕРИАЛА

Воздухопроницаемые материалы содержат слой ткани и слой полимерной пленки на нем, причем слой полимерной пленки содержит полимерную композицию и наполнитель, где воздухопроницаемый материал подвергался физической обработке для того, чтобы сделать слой полимерной пленки микропористым, так что скорость водопаропроницаемости воздухопроницаемого материала превышает приблизительно 50 г/м2 за 24 ч., и где материал имеет первую величину длины и первую величину ширины до указанной физической обработки, и вторую величину длины и вторую величину ширины после указанной физической обработки, где вторая величина длины превышает не более чем приблизительно на 2 % первую величину длины, а вторая величина ширины превышает не более чем приблизительно на 2 % первую величину ширины. Способы производства воздухопроницаемого материала включают формирование слоя полимерной пленки, содержащего полимерную композицию и наполнитель; связывающий слой полимерной пленки со слоем ткани для образования ламината; и применение ...

ЛЕНТА ПРЕИМУЩЕСТВЕННО ДЛЯ ПРИМЕНЕНИЯ В СТРОИТЕЛЬСТВЕ

Изобретение относится к ленте (1) с плоским полотном (2) преимущественно для применения в строительстве и, в частности, для уплотнения обшивки здания. Согласно изобретению полотно ленты (2) содержит по крайней мере один эластичный уплотняющий слой (17) из такого материала, эластичность и восстановительная сила которого обеспечивают при прохождении крепления (4) через уплотняющий слой (17) плотное прилегание материала уплотняющего слоя (17) в месте крепления (4) к самому креплению и герметичность в месте крепления (4).

Enhanced barrier multifunctional coatings for nylon films

Actuator in a microfluidic system for inducing electroosmotic liquid movement in a micro channel

Rain barrier for dwelling, has set of rigidification elements that is placed in parallel to each other, where distance between rigidification elements corresponds to multiple or submultiple of unit of length

L'invention concerne le domaine de l'isolation de murs de construction comportant une paroi interne et une enveloppe externe soumis aux variations climatiques. L'isolant est maintenu entre la paroi interne et un pare-pluie permettant ainsi de réaliser une lame d'air entre l'isolant et l'enveloppe externe. L'invention permet de rigidifier le pare-pluie en limitant la déformation exercée par la pression de l'isolant appliquée perpendiculairement à une direction portée par le plan du voile. Pour cela le pare-pluie est doté de moyens de rigidification droits et disposés parallèlement les uns aux autre tels que des tiges de fibre de verre ou des lames métalliques. La présente invention concerne aussi un procédé pour réaliser un tel pare-pluie au cours de sa pose sur une construction. Avantageusement, les éléments de rigidification sont posés inclinés aux barres de la structure porteuse de façon à améliorer la stabilité de la structure porteuse.

FLEXIBLE SCREEN OF SOUS-TOITURE, AND ROOF COMPRISING SUCH A SCREEN

Ecran souple (E) de sous-toiture destiné à être installé, au-dessous d'une toiture en pente, en lés qui se recouvrent sur leurs bords parallèles à une direction de mise en place, cet écran comprenant un parement extérieur réfléchissant (Ea), une couche intermédiaire étanche (Eb) comportant un liant déformable, telle qu'une couche bitumineuse, et un parement intérieur (Ec). Le parement intérieur (Ec) est faiblement émissif et constitué par un matelas fibreux (7) hydrophobe apte à retenir des gouttelettes d'eau (15) sans qu'elles diffusent dans ce matelas.

Single-sided draining reflective device, useful as screen under roof, rain barrier and vapor barrier in building, comprises non-woven geotextile layer, polypropylene foam layer and polished aluminum foil or another reflective metal

Dispositif réflectif drainant simple face, pouvant être utilisé comme pare pluie ou pare vapeur avec un haut pouvoir réflectif et, également, d'écran de sous toiture. La présente invention concerne un dispositif réflectif drainant simple face, pouvant être utilisé comme pare pluie ou pare vapeur avec un haut pouvoir réflectif et, également, d'écran de sous toiture. Ce complexe est composé d'une couche de géotextile non tissé (1), permettant d'évacuer l'hygrométrie résiduelle du support sur lequel il est appliqué, et assurant une très haute résistance mécanique au test du clou, d'une couche de mousse polypropylène (2) et d'une feuille d'aluminium poli (3) ou autre métal réfléchissant, l'ensemble sera assemblé par thermo soudure sans couture, ni perforation.

VAPOR BARRIER WITH VALVE FOR A BUILDING

A vapor barrier for sealing an interior of a building from an insulation cavity defined by framing members of the building includes a flexible and substantially impermeable sheet having apertures to allow air to exit the insulation cavity during filling of the insulation cavity with loose fill insulation. The vapor barrier also includes one-way valves mounted across the apertures. The valves are configured to allow air flow out of the insulation cavity and into the building interior through the apertures and to prevent air flow and moisture diffusion from the building interior into the insulation cavity.

MULTILAYER BUILDING MEMBRANE WITH FOAM CORE

The invention relates to a multilayer building membrane with two outer layers, one of which is designed as a film layer that can be elastically extended in a unidirectional manner and which contains an elastically deformable thermoplastic urethane designated as TPU. A membrane core is arranged between the two outer layers of the building membrane and is connected to said two outer layers, and the building membrane has a tensile strength of at least 40% in the longitudinal and transverse directions and a tear resistance, based on a 50 mm wide membrane strip, of at least 120 N, a maximum sd value of 20 m with respect to the vapor permeability of the building membrane, and a value corresponding to a water column of at least 8 m with respect to the water permeability of the building membrane. The invention proposes that the membrane core has a foam layer which consists of a foamed thermoelastic material, wherein a foam layer adjoins each of the two outer layers. The invention further proposes ...

SHEET MATERIAL FOR THE BUILDING SECTOR AND COMPOSITE SHEET-MATERIAL ARRANGEMENT

The invention illustrates and describes a sheet material (1) for the building sector, having at least one functional layer (2) and, if appropriate, at least one further layer, in particular a carrier layer and/or reinforcing layer (3), the functional layer (2) having a resistance to water-vapour diffusion (Sd value) which is dependent on the ambient humidity. According to the invention, it is provided that the functional layer (2) has at least one material (4) which can be obtained from a renewable raw material, in particular at least one polymer based on a renewable raw material.

COMPOSITE HOUSE WRAP

A composite house wrap is provided with a high insulation value and including three integral sections or layers. The first or front layer is a reinforcing grid or mesh that functions as a drainage plane and will face the outside cladding. The second or middle layer is a breathable, barrier film, such as a polyethylene (PE) or polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), is bonded to the first layer, such as through thermal bonding. The third or rear layer is a perforated foam layer, such as an expanded low density polyethylene foam that is bonded to the middle layer, such as through an adhesive.

Composite board containing glass fiber mat

A composite board including: at least one glass fiber mat having an upper surface and a lower surface; a foam layer attached to the glass fiber mat; and a first binding composition applied to the upper surface of the at least one glass fiber mat and a second binding composition applied to the lower surface of the at least one glass fiber mat, the first and second binding compositions being the same or different compositions.

Building Veneer System

A veneer product and system includes a body having an aesthetic front surface and a back surface for installation adjacent the building. The body has a top side and a bottom side and a bracket attached to body and projecting away from the back surface of the body, the bracket further comprising a first end adjacent the top side for attachment to the building and a first protrusion for positioning the back surface a predetermined distance from the building and a second end having a second protrusion for positioning the bottom of the back surface a predetermined distance from the building and a bottom projection adjacent the bottom side for engagement with a second body to retain the bottom end of the veneer product. 1. A veneer product for attachment to a building , comprising:a body having an aesthetic front surface and a back surface for installation adjacent the building, a top side and a bottom side; a pair of first ends adjacent the top side for attachment to the building and a pair of first protrusions for positioning the back surface a predetermined distance from the building,', 'a pair of second ends each having a second protrusion for positioning a second portion of the back surface a predetermined distance from the building and a lower projection adjacent the bottom side for engagement with a second body to retain the bottom end of the veneer product, and', 'a connector for connecting one of the two pairs of ends., 'a bracket attached to body and projecting away from the back surface of the body, the bracket further comprising2. The veneer product of claim 1 , wherein said bracket is formed as a unitary piece claim 1 , and wherein each of the first ends includes an eye for receiving a fastener.3. The veneer product of claim 2 , wherein each of the first ends extends above the top side at least approximately ¾ inch and each of the second ends extends below the bottom side at least approximately 1¼ inch.4. The veneer product of claim 1 , further comprising a ...

FLOOR UNDERLAYMENT HAVING SELF-SEALING VAPOR BARRIER

A flooring material having a textile pad substructure with a density of greater than 10 pounds per cubic foot is provided. The textile pad has reinforcement and binding fibers. The binding fibers are thermoplastic and are used to bind the reinforcement fibers together. The pad is created by heating and compressing a fibrous textile batt so that it has a density of greater than 13 pounds per cubic foot.

Panel for sheathing system and method

The panel includes a water resistant barrier layer secured atop its outward facing surface. The water resistant barrier layer includes a skid resistant surface. The panels are made of lignocellulosic material. The water resistant and skid resistant surface may include indicia for aligning strips of tape or for aligning fasteners. A method for manufacturing the water resistant building panels is also disclosed and includes the steps of feeding paper onto a forming belt, depositing lignocellulosic material and the binding agent onto the forming belt so as to form a lignocellulosic mat, applying heat and pressure so as to impart the skid resistant surface on the paper, and cutting panels to predetermined sizes.

SHEET MATERIAL FOR THE BUILDING SECTOR AND COMPOSITE SHEET-MATERIAL ARRANGEMENT

ЛИСТ, ОБЕСПЕЧИВАЮЩИЙ ВОДОНЕПРОНИЦАЕМОСТЬ СТЕН И ЧЕРДАЧНЫХ ПОМЕЩЕНИЙ ЗДАНИЙ, А ТАКЖЕ ИЗОЛИРУЮЩИЕ ПАНЕЛИ, ПОДХОДЯЩИЕ ДЛЯ ОГРАНИЧЕНИЯ РАСПРОСТРАНЕНИЯ МИКРООРГАНИЗМОВ И НАСЕКОМЫХ

Изобретение относится к листу (100; 200; 300; 600; 700), предназначенному для обеспечения водонепроницаемости стен и чердачных помещений зданий, изготовленному из волокнистого материала; содержащему несущий слой (1; 701), водонепроницаемую мембрану (2; 22; 702), при этом указанный несущий слой и указанная мембрана соединены друг с другом по всей их поверхности; добавку, обладающую антибактериальными, противоплесневыми, фунгицидными и инсектицидными свойствами, в котором по меньшей мере одно из указанного несущего слоя (1; 701) и указанной мембраны (2; 22; 702) содержит указанную добавку, причем указанная добавка представляет собой смесь, содержащую: четвертичный аммоний, производные изотиазолона, перметрин. 5 н. и 11 з.п. ф-лы, 6 ил.

АДАПТИВНЫЙ К ВЛАГЕ ПАРОВОЙ БАРЬЕР, В ЧАСТНОСТИ ДЛЯ ТЕПЛОИЗОЛЯЦИИ ЗДАНИЙ, И СПОСОБ ИЗГОТОВЛЕНИЯ ТАКОГО ПАРОВОГО БАРЬЕРА

Изобретение относится к влагоадаптивному паровому барьеру, применяемому в теплоизоляции зданий. Барьер состоит из материала, который при относительной влажности воздуха от 45 до 58% по существу имеет плато в диапазоне значений Sот 2 до 5 м эквивалентной диффузионной толщины слоя воздуха. Способ изготовления влагоадаптивного парового барьера включает смешивание гранулированного материала из полиамида с гранулированными материалами вспомогательных веществ, в частности - полимеров полиэтилена. Смесь плавят для химического смешивания и из расплава получают гранулированный материал, состоящий из смеси полиамида и вспомогательного вещества, из которого получают паровой барьер посредством экструзии или формования с раздувом. Изобретение позволяет препятствовать критическому переносу влаги через пленку парового барьера. 3 н. и 14 з.п. ф-лы, 1 ил.

Рулонный изоляционный материал с двусторонним нанесением клеевой полосы

Полезная модель относится к области строительства и может быть применена для гидроизоляции стен и кровель.Решаемая задача заключается в повышении эффективности и технологичности изоляционного материала. Ожидаемый технический результат - исключение громоздкости изоляционного материала и снижение расходов клея и антиадгезионного материала, снижение трудоемкости крепления изоляционного материала; увеличение количества метров в рулоне. Предлагаемый материал устойчив на разрыв и достаточно эластичен.Предлагаемый рулонный изоляционный материал, имеющий полимерное основание с двусторонним нанесением клея, защищенного антиадгезионным материалом, отличается тем, что в качестве полимерного основания использовано полипропиленовное полотно, на обе стороны которого по разным кромкам нанесено по одной полосе клея Эрготак, защищенной лентой, изготовленной из силиконизированной биаксиально-ориентированной полипропиленовой пленки.Ширина рулонов предлагаемого изоляционного материала от 1000 мм до 1600 мм ...

АДАПТИВНЫЙ ПАРОЗАЩИТНЫЙ БАРЬЕР

ПАРОПРОНИЦАЕМЫЕ КОМПОЗИТНЫЕ ДЕТАЛИ

Wetterfester Wandaufbau in der Blockbauweise

Improved insulated building section

A breathable wall sheathing panel

A wall panel comprises a sheathing board 2 to which is laminated a breathable membrane 4, the membrane being bonded to the sheathing board by a discontinuous layer of adhesive (5, fig 2). The adhesive (5) may be a hot melt adhesive applied to either the sheathing panel or the membrane by a plurality of nozzles. The wall panel may also include a thermally insulating layer 3 and a plurality of timber studs 1. A method is disclosed wherein the hot melt glue may be applied by a spraying system in a predetermined pattern. Preferably, the membrane permits moisture to pass in one direction only. The areas of the wall panel (6, fig 2) between the adhesive (5) are preferably breathable.

Multi-layer thermal insulation system

BUILDING WALL

LIQUID-IMPERMEABLE AND STEAM/GAS-PERMEABLE TEXTILE COMMODITY

Bausatz zur Erstellung einer Dichtung von zwei mit Platten belegten aufeinanderstoßenden Flächen

Es wird ein Bausatz vorgeschlagen, der aus einem Trägerband aus wasser- und dampfdichtem Material gefertigt ist, insbesondere aus einer Kunststofffolie, die eine klebstofffreie Seite (2) besitzt und auf der Gegenseite mit einer Klebstoffschicht (3) versehen ist, die mit einem Deckstreifen (4) abgedeckt ist. Auf diesem Trägerband (1) ist entweder mindestens (1) Schnittschutzband und/oder ein zur seitlichen Verbreiterung geeignetes, textiles Klebeband (12) vormontiert, welches eine Klebeschicht (14) und einen Deckstreifen (13) aufweist. Im Prinzip kann auch ein Gummi- oder Kunststoffband (8) vormontiert vorhanden sein, doch wird bevorzugterweise dieses lediglich im Bausatz mitgeliefert zur nachträglichen Montage. Das Trägerband kann entsprechend mit Markierlinien versehen sein.

FLEXIBLE FOIL MATERIAL

DAMPFBREMSE

DAMPFDIFFUSIONSOFFENE, WASSERDICHTE UND REFLEKTIERENDE FOLIE

DAMPFBREMSE

Feuchteadaptive Dampfbremse, insbesondere für den Einsatz zur Wärmedämmung von Gebäuden, sowie Verfahren zur Herstellung einer solchen Dampfbremse

The invention relates to a moisture-adaptive vapor barrier, in particular for heat insulating buildings. The vapor barrier is produced from a material which has a plateau-shaped Sd-value curve within a range of Sd-values of 2-5 m of diffusion equivalent air layer thickness at a humidity of 45-58%.

FIRE-RESISTANT, FLEXIBLE LAMINATE

Gunnable adhesive composition for use in construction membrane applications

A gunnable adhesive composition includes a silicone resin and an organopolysiloxane, or a reaction product thereof; as well as a filler and a solvent. The silicone resin and the organopolysiloxane are present in amounts to provide a resin/polymer ratio ranging from 58 % to 64 %. The gunnable adhesive composition may be applied to low surface energy substrates at ambient temperatures without primer or other surface treatment. The gunnable adhesive composition and adhesive product thereof are useful in weather barrier applications, such as building wraps.

SKID RESISTANT MOISTURE BARRIERS AND PROCESS FOR MAKING SAME

Skid-resistant moisture barriers of the invention, such as house wrapping, waterproofing membranes, and roofing underlayments, have a carrier sheet with polymer nodules deposited thereon through a rotating screen roll or by transfer means such as a gravure roll. Precise coating levels and polymer distribution can be achieved more easily when compared with prior art coating and embossing methods.

MULTI-LAYER THERMAL INSULATION SYSTEM

REINFORCED BREATHABLE SHEET

A non-asphaltic breathable sheet is provided that includes at least one breathable polymer layer and at least one nonwoven layer. The breathable sheet may include an open- mesh reinforcing fabric embedded in a breathable polymer layer. The breathable sheet has an advantageous balance of strength, water resistance, and permeability to water vapor.

CLIP FOR HOLDING A MOISTURE BARRIER MEMBRANE OVER METAL STUDS

A clip for holding a moisture barrier membrane over metal studs generally comprises a clip configured and sized for tightly and resiliently engage the edge of a metal stud for the purpose of attaching a moisture barrier caught in between the clip and the metal stud. The clip does not have any sharp edges which could perforate the moisture barrier. The clip has a straight section from which integrally extends a curled section which comprises a first elbow , a second elbow , and a third elbow.

SELF-ADHERED, VAPOR PERMEABLE AIR BARRIER MEMBRANE

Disclosed is a self-adhered, vapor permeable, air barrier membrane that is easy to install. The air barrier comprises a spun-bond, non-woven polyolefin sheet coated or partially coated with a pressure sensitive adhesive. A removable release sheet covers the adhesive layer. The membrane has a Young's modulus of 3000 to 80,000 psi in the cross- direction and 5000 to 100,000 psi in the machine direction.

FILM FOR CONSTRUCTION AND FILM COMBINATION

The invention illustrates and describes a sheet material (1) for the building sector, having at least one functional layer (2) and, if appropriate, at least one further layer, in particular a carrier layer and/or reinforcing layer (3), the functional layer (2) having a resistance to water-vapour diffusion (Sd value) which is dependent on the ambient humidity. According to the invention, it is provided that the functional layer (2) has at least one material (4) which can be obtained from a renewable raw material, in particular at least one polymer based on a renewable raw material.

IMPROVED FOLDING BUILDING SYSTEM

Improved foldable buildings include an improved rafter plate with a fifth hole that can be used for lifting and as a safety anchor and also has angled corners to abut rafter plate stops newly installed on rafters. Rafters and columns have improved bracket plates, new cross brace flanges, and adaptations for L-shaped brackets that support new steel stud purlins and gills. Wall and roof panels now have a vapor barrier and improved insulation. Rafters are further improved by addition of lifting sleeves. Flashing is pre-cut to custom sizes to avoid cutting at the job site and now features steel gauge flashing with adhered closed cell foam rubber on the interior surface. For long ridge flashing, flashing pieces have interlocking ends. Improved methods of assembly are described.

ADHERENT WATER VAPOUR PERMEABLE AIR AND MOISTURE BARRIER SHEET MATERIAL

A water vapour-permeable building sheet material, that may be adhered in overlapping relationship against a building structure, includes a water vapour permeable membrane having first and second opposing surfaces, wherein the surface energy of the second opposing surface is less than 35 mN/m; an adhesive layer that is vapour permeable, applied to the first face of the membrane; and an adhesive region applied to the second opposing surface. Two segments of the sheet material may be placed in overlapping relationship so that adhesive in the adhesive layer applied to the first face of the membrane of one of two segments adheres to the adhesive region applied to the second opposing face of the other of the two segments to form a substantially air impermeable boundary between the two segments, when overlapping, preventing lateral migration of air between the two segments. A building envelope may be so formed.

VAPOR BARRIER

ЛАМИНИРОВАННЫЕ СТРОИТЕЛЬНЫЕ МАТЕРИАЛЫ

Настоящее изобретение относится к способу изготовления ламинированного изделия, содержащего строительный материал, склеенный с пленкой, которая служит барьером на пути проникновения водяного пара, имеющей проницаемость, зависящую от влажности окружающей среды, а также относится к ламинированным изделиям и вариантам его применения.

ЛАМИНИРОВАННЫЕ СТРОИТЕЛЬНЫЕ МАТЕРИАЛЫ

Настоящее изобретение относится к способу изготовления ламинированного изделия, содержащего строительный материал, склеенный с пленкой, которая служит барьером на пути проникновения водяного пара, имеющей проницаемость, зависящую от влажности окружающей среды, а также относится к ламинированным изделиям и вариантам его применения.

ЛАМИНИРОВАННЫЕ СТРОИТЕЛЬНЫЕ МАТЕРИАЛЫ

Данное изобретение относится к способу изготовления ламинированного изделия, которое содержит строительный материал, склеенный с пленкой, которая служит барьером на пути проникновения водяного пара, которая имеет проницаемость, зависящую от влажности окружающей среды, а также относится к ламинированным изделиям и вариантам их применения. Способ по одному из вариантов выполнения включает операции нанесения клея на пленку в количестве от приблизительно 13,1 до приблизительно 49,2 г/м (сухой вес) пленки при ширине нанесения 38,1 см, по другому варианту - клей наносят в количестве, достаточном для сохранения по меньшей мере 50 % от проницаемости этой пленки до нанесения клею.

WALL STRUCTURE FOR BUILDING AND METHOD OF ITS MANUFACTURE

Multi-layer thermal insulation system

Gunnable Adhesive Composition For Use In Construction Membrane Applications

A gunnable adhesive composition includes a silicone resin and an organopolysiloxane, or a reaction product thereof; as well as a filler and a solvent. The silicone resin and the organopolysiloxane are present in amounts to provide a resin/polymer ratio ranging from 58% to 64%. The gunnable adhesive composition may be applied to low surface energy substrates at ambient temperatures without primer or other surface treatment. The gunnable adhesive composition and adhesive product thereof are useful in weather barrier applications, such as building wraps.

Dispensing device for both froth and non-froth coatings

A dispensing device ( 10 ) capable of dispensing both frothed and non- frothed liquids, the dispensing device having in order a fluid transport medium ( 20 ) defining a flow channel ( 25 ), a trigger controlled liquid flow regulator ( 30 ) defming a flow channel ( 35 ) through which fluid may flow when the trigger ( 37 ) is in one position but not when the trigger is in another position, a flow block ( 50 ) defming a flow channel ( 55 ) in fluid communication with a gas channel ( 65 ) and removably attached to the flow regulator, a flow restriction orifice ( 40 ) between the flow block and the flow regulator ( 30 ), a mixing block ( 70 ) defining a flow channel ( 75 ) containing mixing elements and optionally stabilization ( 80 ) and extension blocks each containing a flow channel ( 85 ) wherein each flow channel is in fluid communication with one another.

Water-Resistive Barrier, and Exterior Wall or Roof Assembly

A method of assembling an exterior wall or roof structure of a building with a water-resistive barrier includes covering a surface of an inner sheathing member of a wall or roof structure with a series of partially overlapping courses of water-resistive sheet material. Each overlapping section of the courses of water-resistive sheet material is bonded together with a continuous strip of adhesive to form an air-tight seam. The strip of adhesive is carried integrally on the water-resistive sheet material thereby eliminating a need for separately applying construction tape to seal the seams. A water-resistive barrier and assembly of an exterior wall or roof assembly of a building is also provided. 1. An exterior wall of a building , comprising:an inner sheathing member;a series of partially overlapping courses of water-resistive sheet material secured to said inner sheathing member and covering said inner sheathing member to provide a barrier layer having a plurality of seams;a strip of adhesive provided integrally on said water-resistive sheet material and extending longitudinally and continuously on said water-resistive material, said strip being located within overlapping sections of said courses of water-resistive sheet material and forming air-tight seals at said seams of said barrier layer; andan exterior covering over said barrier layer.2. An exterior wall according to claim 1 , wherein each of said courses has an upper edge and a lower edge claim 1 , and wherein each of said overlapping sections includes a lower edge of one of said courses extending over an upper edge of an adjacent course with said strip of adhesive being sandwiched therebetween.3. An exterior wall according to claim 2 , wherein said courses are secured to said inner sheathing member with fasteners.4. An exterior wall according to claim 2 , wherein said strip of adhesive is a narrow continuous strip of adhesive extending longitudinally on a face of said water-resistive sheet material closely ...

Weather resistive barrier with drainage surface

Weather resistive barriers and methods of making such are provided. A weather resistive barrier provides a space permitting drainage of liquid water or condensation and for air movement. Applications include where the weather resistive barrier is coupled to a sheathing material and further covered with an exterior building covering, thereby providing space between the sheathing material and the exterior building covering. In this way, the amount of moisture exposure experienced by a structure can be controlled and the structure protected. The extent of water drainage and airflow can be tailored according to particular applications.

COMPOSITE BOARD CONTAINING GLASS FIBER MAT

A composite board including: at least one glass fiber mat having an upper surface and a lower surface; a foam layer attached to the glass fiber mat; and a first binding composition applied to the upper surface of the at least one glass fiber mat and a second binding composition applied to the lower surface of the at least one glass fiber mat, the first and second binding compositions being the same or different compositions. 1. A composite board comprising:at least one glass fiber mat having an upper surface and a lower surface;a foam layer attached to the glass fiber mat; anda first binding composition applied to the upper surface of the at least one glass fiber mat and a second binding composition applied to the lower surface of the at least one glass fiber mat, the first and second binding compositions being the same or different compositions.2. The composite board according to claim 1 , wherein the first binding composition penetrates into the glass fiber mat beyond the upper surface claim 1 , and the second binding composition penetrates into the glass fiber mat beyond the lower surface.3. The composite board according to claim 1 , wherein the air permeability of the at least one glass fiber mat on which the first and second compositions have been applied claim 1 , is such that it takes at least 300 seconds for 300 cubic centimeters of air to pass through 1 square inch of the glass fiber mat.4. A method of making a composite board comprising:applying a first binding composition to an upper surface of at least one glass fiber mat;applying a second binding composition to a lower surface of the at least one glass fiber mat, wherein the first and second binding compositions are the same or different compositions; andattaching a foam layer to the at least one glass fiber mat.5. The method of making a composite board according to claim 4 , further comprising applying the first and second binding compositions with first and second applicator roll.6. The method of ...

WEATHER PROTECTION DEVICE

The invention relates to a weatherproofing arrangement having a textile sheet material which forms a screen against the effects of weather, in particular against solar radiation and/or rain, and has warp threads and weft threads connected to one another in the manner of latticework. In order to achieve particular protective functions, it is proposed for the warp threads and weft threads to bound elongate-rectangular latticework openings, wherein the length of these openings is at least 10 times the width thereof, and wherein the width of the openings is from between 0.1 and 0.001 mm 1. A weather protection device for shielding against weather influences , comprising:a textile sheet-like material having warp threads and weft threads connected to one another in a grid, the warp threads and weft threads delimiting elongate rectangular grid openings, the opening length of the grid openings being at least ten times the opening width of the grid openings, the opening width being between 0.1 mm and 0.01 mm; andthe textile sheet-like material being hydrophobic.2. The weather protection device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the opening width is between 0.07 and 0.03 mm.3. The weather protection device as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the opening width is about 0.06 mm.4. The weather protection device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the grid openings are delimited on the longitudinal sides by the weft threads.5. The weather protection device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the textile sheet-like material comprises a two-layered fabric structure of warp threads which form a warp-thread layer claim 1 , and of weft threads which form a weft-thread layer lying on one side of the warp-thread layer claim 1 , the warp threads and the weft threads being stretched in a substantially rectilineal manner.6. The weather protection device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the warp threads and the weft threads are connected to one another by binder threads in a leno weave claim 1 , the binder ...

External wall and roof systems

A ventilated exterior wall or roof system comprises frame including a plurality of frame members, and a double envelope structure attached to the exterior of the frame. The double envelope structure comprises a water resistant membrane, an exterior sheathing material disposed on the exterior side of and spaced from the water resistant membrane, and one or more air channels between the water resistant membrane and the exterior sheathing.

Building membrane with drainage matrix and horizontal adhesive portions

A building wrap membrane comprising a sheet of spunbonded polypropylene fabric member with integral adhesive attachment strips mounted on the front and back of the sheet and a drainage matrix secured to the sheet front surface comprised of individual thermoplastic threads randomly laid down to form a net and secured together by heat bonding with the threads formed into spaced rows with a plurality of expansion joints formed across matrix rows.

ENERGY-EFFICIENT MOBILE BUILDINGS

Among other things, there is shown embodiments of an enclosure such as a portable building with features focusing on overall improvement in energy usage. Wall, roof and floor configurations are disclosed that provide significant energy savings. Methods are also disclosed for preparing such features and/or refitting existing portable buildings for such energy savings. 1. A portable building , comprising:at least one wall having a frame, a first insulation layer within or attached to the frame, and a second insulation layer separate from the first insulation layer, the second insulation layer being substantially rigid and fixed with respect to the frame exterior to the first insulation layer, wherein the second insulation layer and frame substantially prevent air flow through the first insulation layer.2. The portable building of claim 1 , further comprising a one-way gas permeable layer fixed with respect to the second insulation layer and exterior of the second insulation layer.3. The portable building of claim 1 , further comprising a shell covering the one-way gas permeable layer.4. The portable building of claim 3 , wherein at least a portion of the shell contacts the one-way gas permeable layer.5. The portable building of claim 4 , wherein the shell contacts the one-way gas permeable layer along a series of vertical strips claim 4 , forming multiple open channels each defined by a portion of the shell and an opposite portion of the one-way gas permeable layer claim 4 , each respective channel extending vertically between a pair of adjacent strips and being open at the top and bottom of the shell.6. The portable building of claim 1 , further comprising a roof having a frame claim 1 , a first insulation layer within or attached to the roof frame claim 1 , and a second insulation layer separate from the first insulation layer claim 1 , the second insulation layer being substantially rigid and fixed with respect to the roof frame exterior to the first insulation ...

VAPOR RETARDING BUILDING MATERIALS AND METHODS FOR MAKING THEM

The present disclosure relates generally to vapor retarding building materials and methods for making them. The present inventors have found simple and cost-efficient materials that have low water vapor permeability at low relative humidities and that can be provided as a coating on a building material substrate. Notably, in many embodiments, the materials can have high water vapor permeability at high relative humidities. In one embodiment, the disclosure provides vapor retarding articles comprising a building material substrate; and a polymeric coating layer coated on the building material substrate, the polymeric coating layer comprising an inorganic hydrophilic particulate filler dispersed in a continuous organic phase comprising a hydrophobic polymer, wherein the content of the filler is from about 30% to about 85% by weight of the polymeric coating layer, the vapor retarding article configured to have a water vapor permeance of no more than about 1 Perm at 25% relative humidity. 2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the vapor retarding article is configured to have a water vapor permeability of at least about 5 Perms at 95% relative humidity as tested by ASTM E96 at 23° C.3. The vapor retarding article of claim 1 , wherein the building material substrate is a building material substrate sheet claim 1 , and wherein the vapor retarding article is in the form of a vapor retarding membrane.4. The vapor retarding article of claim 3 , wherein the building material substrate sheet is paper claim 3 , a scrim claim 3 , a non-woven fabric claim 3 , a nylon non-woven fabric claim 3 , a polyester non-woven fabric claim 3 , a polystyrene non-woven fabric claim 3 , an acrylonitrile/butadiene/styrene copolymer non-woven fabric claim 3 , a polyethylene non-woven fabric claim 3 , or a perforated thermoplastic film.5. The vapor retarding article of claim 1 , wherein the hydrophobic polymer is a styrene butadiene copolymer claim 1 , an acrylic polymer or copolymer claim 1 , a vinyl ...

Stucco-Based Surfacing System And Method

A building surfacing system is described, the system including a stucco substrate affixed to and disposed upon a support panel, a primer coating applied to a surface of the stucco substrate so as to form a primed stucco substrate, a first sealant coating applied to the primed stucco substrate, an intermediate mesh layer disposed upon the first sealant coating, and a second sealant coating applied to the intermediate mesh layer while the intermediate mesh layer is disposed upon the first sealant coating. A related method for providing a water-proof exterior surface to a building structure is further described. 1. A building surfacing system , the system comprising:a stucco substrate affixed to and disposed upon a support panel,a primer coating applied to a surface of the stucco substrate so as to form a primed stucco substrate,a first sealant coating applied to the primed stucco substrate,an intermediate mesh layer disposed upon the first sealant coating, anda second sealant coating applied to the intermediate mesh layer while the intermediate mesh layer is disposed upon the first sealant coating.2. The surfacing system according to claim 1 , wherein the first and second sealant coatings each comprise a ceramic-fortified acrylic polymer emulsion.3. The surfacing system according to claim 2 , further comprising at least one decorative coating applied to the second sealant coating.4. The surfacing system according to claim 1 , wherein the stucco substrate further comprising a metal lath disposed between the support panel and the stucco substrate.5. The surfacing system according to claim 4 , further comprising at least one decorative coating applied to the second sealant coating.6. The surfacing system according to claim 4 , wherein the intermediate mesh layer is comprised of a woven fabric.7. The surfacing system according to claim 4 , wherein the first and second sealant coatings each comprise a ceramic-fortified acrylic polymer emulsion.9. The method according to ...

All-season non-condensing building insulation system

An exterior wall is kept free of moisture condensation in both heating and cooling seasons by four one-way valves that utilize pressure differentials of a chimney effect to ventilate the insulating cavity with air from the drier colder side, while maintaining a vapor barrier on the more humid warmer side.

Method of Extruding Polymer Film onto a Mat and Products Incorporating the Resulting Composite Mat

A method of fabricating a polymer coated mat is disclosed to form a moisture barrier. The method includes moving a substrate mat along a processing path and heating the substrate mat to a predetermined temperature. A curtain of molten polymer is extruded through a slot die onto a surface of the heated substrate mat as the mat moves along the processing path to create a composite mat comprising a thin polymer film coating on at least one side of the substrate mat. The composite mat is then cooled in a controlled manner to cure and solidify the polymer film. The resulting composite mat may be used as a construction wrap, or it may be incorporated into other products such as an underlayment. A novel asphalt shingle may be fabricated using the composite mat in lieu of a traditional asphalt saturated mat or other substrate.

ADHESIVE ELEMENT WITH A DOUBLE BOND

An adhesive element including at least one flexible support comprising an upper face and a lower face, and a first layer of a pressure-sensitive adhesive deposited on all or part of the lower face of the support and having a resistance to peeling greater than or equal to 2.6 N/cm according to the ASTM D3330 test method of the AAMA 711 standard at a temperature comprised between −30 and 23° C., and a second layer of a second pressure-sensitive adhesive deposited on said first layer and/or on all or part of the lower face of the support, the second pressure-sensitive adhesive of the second layer being different from the first adhesive and having a resistance to peeling greater than or equal to 2.6 N/cm according to the ASTM D3330 test method of the AAMA 711 standard at a temperature comprised between 0 and 70° C. 1. An adhesive element including at least one flexible support comprising an upper face and a lower face , and a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer deposited on the lower face of said support , wherein it includes a first layer of a pressure-sensitive adhesive deposited on all or part of the lower face of the support , the pressure-sensitive adhesive of the first layer having a resistance to peeling greater than or equal to 2.6 N/cm according to the test method ASTM D3330 of the AAMA 711 standard at a temperature comprised between −30 and 23° C. , and a second layer of a second pressure-sensitive adhesive deposited on said first layer and/or on all or part of the lower face of the support , the second pressure-sensitive adhesive of the second layer being different from the first adhesive and having a resistance to peeling greater than or equal to 2.6 N/cm according to the test method ASTM D3330 of the AAMA 711 standard at a temperature comprised between 0 and 70° C.2. The adhesive element according to claim 1 , wherein the first pressure-sensitive adhesive layer is deposited on the totality of the lower face of the support over a thickness of less than or ...

WEATHER BARRIER FOR A BUILDING PENETRATION WITH A REMOVABLE COLLAR

A weather barrier for a building penetration having opening in a wall of the building and a utility extending through the opening is provided. The weather barrier is made up of a sheet of flexible, weatherproof material, having a utility receiving chamber surrounded by a planar, building engaging section. The utility receiving chamber has a sidewall that extends perpendicularly to a plane defined by the building engaging section. A structural collar is sized and shaped to be friction fit within the sidewall of the utility receiving chamber, and is movable along the sidewall upon application of a sliding force. The structural collar has an inner circumference that receives an outer circumference of the utility. 1. A weather barrier for a building penetration , the penetration comprising an opening in a wall of the building and a utility extending through the opening , the weather barrier comprising:a sheet of flexible, weatherproof material, the sheet comprising a utility receiving chamber surrounded by a planar, building engaging section, the utility receiving chamber comprising a sidewall that extends perpendicularly to a plane defined by the building engaging section; anda structural collar that is sized and shaped to be friction fit within the sidewall of the utility receiving chamber, the structural collar being movable along the sidewall upon application of a sliding force, the structural collar having an inner circumference that receives an outer circumference of the utility.2. The weather barrier of claim 1 , wherein at least the utility receiving chamber is resilient.3. The weather barrier of claim 1 , wherein the utility receiving chamber and the building engaging section are integrally formed.4. The weather barrier of claim 1 , wherein the sidewall has a rectangular or a rounded cross-section.5. The weather barrier of claim 1 , wherein the inner circumference of the structural collar comprises a seal surface that claim 1 , in use claim 1 , sealingly ...

Building membrane with porous pressure sensitive adhesive

A breathable multilayer spun bonded polypropylene membrane having a coated pressure sensitive adhesive capable of allowing air and moisture vapor to pass through it. The adhesive is formed of a copolymer comprising a backbone of n-butyl acrylate, 2-ethylhexyl acrylate, and vinyl acetate which is mixed with a surfactant and emulsified to produce bubbles which form pores when the copolymer is set with about 80% to about 90% of the pore sizes ranging from about 200 microns to about 300 microns and a pore density in the cured pressure sensitive adhesive ranging from about 4200 per inch 2 to about 4600 per inch 2 , said pores being uniformly distributed to form a flow path through the adhesive.

VAPOR PERMEABLE, WATER RESISTIVE, AIR BARRIER POLYESTER MEMBRANE HAVING A POLYACRYLIC COATING WITH POROUS PRESSURE SENSITIVE ADHESIVE ADDED TO THE REAR SURFACE OF THE MEMBRANE

An ultra violet stable polyester membrane with a polyacrylic coating on one side and a coated pressure sensitive adhesive coating on its other side capable of allowing water vapor to pass through it. The pressure sensitive adhesive is formed of a copolymer comprising a backbone of n-butyl acrylate, 2-ethylhexyl acrylate, and vinyl acetate which is mixed with at least one surfactant and emulsified to produce air bubbles which form pores when the copolymer is set with about 80% to about 90% of the pore sizes ranging from about 200 microns to about 300 microns and being uniformly distributed to form a flow path through the pressure sensitive adhesive. 1. An ultra violet stable vapor permeable , air barrier and water resistive building membrane comprising a permeable polyester plastic sheet coated with a polyacrylic coating and bonded together , a coating of permeable pressure sensitive adhesive is applied and set on an outer surface of said polyester plastic sheet , said adhesive comprising a copolymer with a backbone of n-butyl acrylate , 2-ethylhexyl acrylate , and vinyl acetate which is mixed with at least one surfactant and emulsified to produce air bubbles which form pores within said copolymer adhesive when the copolymer is cured having a permeability of at least 40 Perms , said pores being uniformly distributed to form a water vapor flow path through the adhesive , and a release liner mounted over said pressure sensitive adhesive.2. An ultra violet stable vapor permeable claim 1 , air barrier and water resistive building membrane as claimed in wherein at least a majority of said adhesive pores having a pore size ranging from about 200 microns to about 300 microns.3. An ultra violet stable vapor permeable claim 1 , air barrier and water resistive building membrane as claimed in wherein said pressure sensitive porous adhesive has a peel value using dynamic peel data from stainless steel of about 65 to about 15.4. An ultra violet stable vapor permeable claim 1 , ...

INSULATED REINFORCED FOAM SHEATHING, REINFORCED ELASTOMERIC VAPOR PERMEABLE AIR BARRIER FOAM PANEL AND METHOD OF MAKING AND USING SAME

The invention comprises a product. The product comprises a first foam panel having an edge, a first primary surface and an opposite second primary surface and a second foam panel having an edge, a first primary surface and an opposite second primary surface, wherein the first and second foam panels are disposed such that their edges are adjacent each other and define a joint therebetween. The product also comprises an elongate metal strip having a body portion and a projection extending outwardly from the body portion, the metal strip being disposed such that at least a portion of the projection is disposed in the joint between the foam panels and at least a portion of the body portion covers a portion of the second primary surface of the first foam panel and a portion of the second primary surface of the second foam panel. A method of making and using the composite panel is also disclosed. 116-. (canceled)17. A product comprising:a first foam panel having an edge, a first primary surface and an opposite second primary surface;a first layer of reinforcing material substantially covering and adhered to the first primary surface of the first foam panel;a second foam panel having an edge, a first primary surface and an opposite second primary surface, wherein the first and second foam panels are disposed such that their edges are adjacent each other and define a joint therebetween;a second layer of reinforcing material substantially covering and adhered to the first primary surface of the second foam panel; anda first elongate metal strip having a body member and a projection extending outwardly from the body portion, the metal strip being disposed such that at least a portion of the projection is disposed in the joint between the first and second foam panels and at least a portion of the body member covers a portion of the first layer of reinforcing material on the first foam panel and a portion of the second layer of reinforcing material on the second foam panel.18. ...

Selective Gas Transport Films that Contain Brominated Styrene-Butadiene Copolymers

Brominated styrene-butadiene copolymers are useful gas transport films. The gas transport films are made by brominating a starting styrene-butadiene copolymer, and then forming the brominated styrene-butadiene copolymer into a film The film may contain a blend of the brominated styrene-butadiene copolymer with one or more other polymers. The films have excellent selectivities between certain pairs of gasses, and exhibit high gas transport rates for various gasses such as carbon dioxide and water vapor. 1. A method for making a gas transport film comprising a brominated styrene-butadiene copolymer , comprising brominating a starting styrene-butadiene copolymer and then forming the brominated styrene-butadiene copolymer into a supported or free-standing film , the film having a thickness of 10 nanometers of 5 micrometers if supported or 0.025 to 0.5 mm if free-standing.2. (canceled)3. The method of wherein the brominated styrene-butadiene copolymer contains from 40 to 80 mole-% brominated or unbrominated butadiene units claim 1 , from 20 to 60 mole-% brominated or unbrominated styrene units and no more than 10 mole percent of repeating units other than styrene and butadiene units.45-. (canceled)6. The method of any preceding claim wherein the brominated styrene-butadiene copolymer is a block copolymer of styrene and butadiene having an apparent molecular weight claim 1 , as measured by gel permeation chromatography against a polystyrene standard claim 1 , of from 50 claim 1 ,000 to 200 claim 1 ,000.710-. (canceled)11. The method of wherein at least 85% of the butadiene units in the starting styrene-butadiene copolymer are 1 claim 6 ,2-butadiene units.12. The method of wherein at least 60% of the butadiene units of the styrene-butadiene copolymer are brominated and no more than 10% of the rings of the styrene units of the styrene-butadiene copolymer are brominated.14. The method of claim 1 , wherein the brominated styrene-butadiene copolymer is made by brominating a ...

ADHERENT WATER VAPOUR PERMEABLE AIR AND MOISTURE BARRIER SHEET MATERIAL

A water vapour-permeable building sheet material, that may be adhered in overlapping relationship against a building structure, includes a water vapour permeable membrane having first and second opposing surfaces, wherein the surface energy of the second opposing surface is less than 35 mN/m; an adhesive layer that is vapour permeable, applied to the first face of the membrane; and an adhesive region applied to the second opposing surface. Two segments of the sheet material may be placed in overlapping relationship so that adhesive in the adhesive layer applied to the first face of the membrane of one of two segments adheres to the adhesive region applied to the second opposing face of the other of the two segments to form a substantially air impermeable boundary between the two segments, when overlapping, preventing lateral migration of air between the two segments. A building envelope may be so formed. 1. A water vapour-permeable building sheet material , that may be adhered in overlapping relationship against a building structure , comprising:a water vapour permeable membrane having first and second opposing surfaces, wherein the surface energy of said second opposing surface is less than 35 mN/m;an adhesive layer that is vapour permeable, applied to said first face of said membrane;an adhesive region applied to the second opposing surface;wherein two segments of said sheet material may be placed in overlapping relationship so that adhesive in said adhesive layer applied to said first face of said membrane of one of two segments may adhere to the adhesive region applied to said second opposing face of the other of the two segments to form a substantially air impermeable boundary between said two segments, when overlapping, preventing lateral migration of air between said two segments.2. The sheet material of claim 1 , wherein said adhesive layer comprises an adhesive applied discontinuously to said first face to provide uncovered regions claim 1 , exposing said ...

MULTI-LAYER THERMAL INSULATION SYSTEM

A thermal insulation structure includes a plurality of inner air and water vapour permeable insulating layers which entrap air and a water vapour permeable, at least substantially air impermeable film layer separating two said water vapour permeable insulating layers, the inner layers being sandwiched between first and second outer air and liquid water impermeable, water vapour permeable outer film layers, the construction and arrangement of the layers being such as to control, in use, water vapour transmission through the thermal insulation structure. Alternatively, a thermal insulation structure includes a plurality of inner air and water vapour permeable insulating layers which entrap air and an inner air and water vapour impermeable film layer separating two said insulating air entrapment layers, the inner layers being sandwiched between first and second outer air, liquid and moisture vapour impermeable outer film layers. 1. A building having at least one thermal insulation structure including a plurality of inner air and water vapor permeable insulating layers which entrap air , and at least one water vapor permeable , at least substantially air impermeable , inner film layer separating two of said water vapor permeable insulating layers , the inner layers being sandwiched between first and second outer air and liquid water impermeable , water vapor permeable outer film layers , the construction and arrangement of the layers being such as to control , in use , water vapor transmission through the thermal insulation structure , the insulation being installed in the building such that said first outer film layer faces towards an inside surface of said building and said second outer film layer faces towards an outside surface of said building.2. A building as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the at least one inner film layer has a water vapor permeability equal to or greater than the water vapor permeability of the first outer film layer.3. A building as claimed in ...

CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS INCLUDING A NON-WOVEN LAYER OF PRESSURE-SENSITIVE ADHESIVE

A construction composite comprising a construction article having a planar surface and a non-woven layer of pressure-sensitive adhesive disposed on the planar surface. 1. A construction composite comprising:i. a construction article having a planar surface; andii. a non-woven layer of pressure-sensitive adhesive disposed on the planar surface.2. The construction composite of claim 1 , further comprising a release liner disposed on said non-woven layer of pressure-sensitive adhesive opposite said construction article.3. The construction composite of claim 1 , where the composite is in the form of a roll.4. The construction composite of claim 1 , where the non-woven construction material is vapor permeable.5. The construction composite of claim 1 , where the composite is vapor permeable.6. The construction composite of claim 1 , where the construction article is a fabric.7. The construction composite of claim 1 , where the construction article is a membrane8. The construction composite of claim 1 , where the construction article is a construction board.9. The construction composite of claim 1 , where the pressure-sensitive adhesive is selected from the group consisting of acrylic polymers claim 1 , butyl rubber claim 1 , ethylene vinyl acetate claim 1 , natural rubber claim 1 , nitrile rubber claim 1 , silicone rubber claim 1 , styrene block copolymers claim 1 , ethylene-propylene-diene rubber claim 1 , ataticpolyalpha olefins claim 1 , and vinyl ether polymers.10. The construction composite of claim 1 , where the pressure-sensitive adhesive is an asphalt-based composition.11. The construction composite of claim 1 , where the pressure-sensitive adhesive is a UV-cured pressure-sensitive adhesive.12. A self-adhering non-woven composite comprising:i. a non-woven construction fabric; andii. a non-woven layer of pressure-sensitive adhesive disposed on a surface of said non-woven construction material.13. The self-adhering non-woven composite of claim 12 , further ...

HIGH THERMAL RESISTANCE AND PERMEANCE INSULATION MATERIAL

A low-emittance material having improved energy efficiency protection against air infiltration and moisture build-up in buildings is disclosed. The aforementioned low-emittance material utilizes existing framing openings or without increasing the wall profile of a building. The present invention provides a low-emittance material which may be implemented on traditional 2×4 framing having R-15 mass insulation material within existing or newly constructed framing cavities. The material of the present invention also meets requirements for serving as a water resistive barrier as defined by ICC AC38. 1. A flexible insulation comprising:a base insulating material;a covering material positioned over the base insulating material: anda plurality of perforations, wherein each of the perforations comprises an opening through both the base insulating material and the covering material.225-. (canceled) The present application is a continuation of Application No. 13,107,568, filed on May 13, 2011, which claims priority to provisional patent application entitled, “LOW-E HOUSEWRAP,” filed on May 21, 2010, and assigned U.S. Application Ser. No. 61/346,916. The contents of these applications are incorporated by reference.The present invention relates generally to building structure materials, and more specifically to an infiltration barrier used in building construction to improve energy efficiency and to protect against air infiltration and moisture build-up in buildings.In order to improve the energy efficiency of new and existing buildings, it has been common practice in building new structures, and in residing old structures, to cover the exterior wall sheathing with an infiltration barrier, for example, prior to installation of a covering material such as siding. One such infiltration barrier is a high density polyethylene fiber sheeting. While infiltration barriers cut down on drafts and thereby convective heat loss, they provide little other contribution to the energy ...

ELECTRICAL BOX MOUNTING STRUCTURE PREVENTIVE OF WATER INGRESS

An electrical unit mounting assembly, having a top, bottom, back and front, and including a partial enclosure, made of insulating material, defining a cavity having a mouth at its front and defining a through-hole leading to the cavity, at its back. A panel extending outwardly from the mouth, for at least 4 cm and having a front surface. Further, when the assembly is oriented in an upright manner so that its top is topmost, the through-hole is constructed so that liquid cannot be driven by gravity from inside the cavity, through the through-hole. 1. An electrical unit mounting assembly , having a top , bottom , back and front , and comprising:a partial enclosure, made of insulating material, defining a cavity having a mouth at its front and defining a through-hole leading to said cavity, at its back;a panel extending outwardly from said mouth, for at least 4 cm and having a front surface; andwherein, when said assembly is oriented in an upright manner so that its top is topmost, said through-hole is constructed so that liquid cannot be driven by gravity from inside said cavity, through said through-hole.2. The electrical unit mounting assembly of claim 1 , further including a hinged closure for each through-hole claim 1 , each hinged closure urged to and in a position where it closes said through-hole.3. The electrical unit mounting assembly of claim 2 , wherein said partial enclosure is in the shape formed by two arcs claim 2 , on the sides claim 2 , joined together at top and bottom by two line segments.4. The electrical unit mounting assembly of claim 3 , further including two alignment posts extending rearwardly from said panel claim 3 , and each aligned to the furthest sideways exterior extent of said partial enclosure.5. The electrical unit mounting assembly of claim 1 , further including a hinged closure for each through-hole claim 1 , each hinged closure urged to a position where it closes said through-hole claim 1 , but at least one of said hinged closures ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MAKING A WATER DRAINAGE-PROMOTING WRAP

A method and apparatus for making a water drainage-promoting wrap for applications such as housewrap and roofing underlayment. A substrate, which may be breathable or non-breathable, is conveyed through a nip between a rotating sleeve and a roll, the sleeve having a plurality of apertures therein. A fluid resin composition is fed into the sleeve and is fed out through the apertures in the sleeve as it rotates and as the substrate moves through the nip, forming spaced-apart spacer elements on a face of the substrate. The spacer elements are then dried or cured. 1. A method of making a water drainage-promoting wrap for use as housewrap or roofing underlayment , comprising the steps of:(a) conveying a substrate through a nip between a cylindrical rotating sleeve and a roll, the sleeve having a plurality of apertures therein;(b) feeding a fluid resin composition into the sleeve;(c) feeding the fluid resin composition through the apertures in the sleeve as the sleeve rotates and the substrate moves through the nip to form a plurality of spaced-apart spacer elements on a face of the substrate; and(d) drying or curing the resin composition on the substrate.2. A method according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , in step (b) claim 1 , the fluid resin composition is fed into a tray inside the sleeve and spaced from an inner surface thereof claim 1 , and the fluid resin composition is released from an opening in the tray.3. A method according to claim 2 , wherein claim 2 , in step (b) claim 2 , the fluid resin composition released from the opening in the tray flows through a trough and into contact with the inner surface of the sleeve.4. A method according to any preceding claim claim 2 , wherein claim 2 , in step (c) claim 2 , a doctor blade positioned inside the sleeve contacts the inner surface of the rotating sleeve and the fluid resin composition.5. A method according to any preceding claim claim 2 , wherein the substrate comprises a membrane that is permeable to water vapor ...

Panel for sheathing system and method

The panel includes a water resistant barrier layer secured atop its outward facing surface. The water resistant barrier layer includes a skid resistant surface. The panels are made of lignocellulosic material. The water resistant and skid resistant surface may include indicia for aligning strips of tape or for aligning fasteners. A method for manufacturing the water resistant building panels is also disclosed and includes the steps of feeding paper onto a forming belt, depositing lignocellulosic material and the binding agent onto the forming belt so as to form a lignocellulosic mat, applying heat and pressure so as to impart the skid resistant surface on the paper, and cutting panels to predetermined sizes.

EASY TO APPLY AIR AND WATER BARRIER ARTICLES

There are provided rolls comprising an air and water barrier article having opposing first and second major surfaces, a pressure sensitive adhesive disposed on at least the first major surface of the article, and a liner having a first major surface that contacts the opposing second major surface of the article, wherein the pressure sensitive adhesive contacts a second major surface of the liner when wound in the roll. There are also provided self adhering air and water barrier articles and building envelopes made using the presently disclosed rolls. 1. A roll comprising an air and water barrier article having opposing first and second major surfaces , a pressure sensitive adhesive disposed on at least the first major surface of the article , and a liner having a first major surface that contacts the opposing second major surface of the article , wherein the pressure sensitive adhesive contacts a second major surface of the liner when wound in the roll.2. The roll of claim 1 , wherein a release strength between the second major surface of the liner and the pressure sensitive adhesive is less than or equal to a release strength between the first major surface of the liner and the second major surface of the article.3. The roll of claim 1 , wherein the liner is coated on at least one of the major surfaces with a release coating.4. The roll of claim 1 , further comprising surface modification at the interface between the second major surface of the article and the first major surface of the liner.5. The roll of claim 1 , wherein a width of the article is greater than or equal to 18 inches.6. (canceled)7. The roll of claim 1 , wherein the liner comprises a film comprises at least one of polyester film claim 1 , paper claim 1 , or polyethylene film claim 1 , wherein the film is coated on at least one of the major surfaces with a release coating.8. The roll of claim 1 , wherein the liner is derived from applying a layer comprising a (meth)acrylate-functional siloxane to a ...

VAPOUR BARRIER, WHICH IS SELF-ADHESIVE ON ONE SIDE, FOR SEALING OFF FLOORS HAVING RESIDUAL MOISTURE

The invention relates to a vapor barrier which is self-adhesive on one side, comprising at least one moisture barrier layer, a carrier film and a first pressure-sensitive adhesive layer which is resistant to moisture, wherein a structured surface and/or a textile structure is present on the side of the carrier film opposite the first pressure-sensitive adhesive layer. 2. The self-adhesive vapor barrier as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the moisture barrier layer has an svalue claim 1 , measured in accordance with ASTM E 398-13 claim 1 , of at least 50 m.3. The self-adhesive vapor barrier as claimed in or claim 1 , which further comprises at least one barrier layer which is impermeable to plasticizers.4. The self-adhesive vapor barrier as claimed in any of the preceding claims claim 1 , wherein the at least one moisture barrier layer and/or the optional at least one barrier layer which is impermeable to plasticizers is integrated into the carrier film.5. The self-adhesive vapor barrier as claimed in any of the preceding claims claim 1 , wherein the first pressure-sensitive adhesive layer is resistant to alkaline moisture at a pH of equal to or more than 8.0 and equal to or less than 13.5.6. The self-adhesive vapor barrier as claimed in any of the preceding claims claim 1 , wherein the at least one moisture barrier layer is present between the at least one carrier film and the textile structure and/or is in contact with the textile structure.7. The self-adhesive vapor barrier as claimed in any of the preceding claims claim 1 , wherein the first pressure-sensitive adhesive layer has an adhesive application mass of 10-200 g/m.8. The self-adhesive vapor barrier as claimed in any of the preceding claims claim 1 , wherein the carrier film has claim 1 , in a measurement of the compressive strength in accordance with DIN EN ISO 24343-1 claim 1 , an indentation after static loading of ≤0.1 mm and a permanent indentation after static loading of ≤0.1 mm.9. The self-adhesive vapor ...

DOUBLE-SIDED DRAINAGE-PROMOTING WRAP

A drainage-promoting wrap for a building structure includes a weather-resistive membrane having a face with a series of separate, spaced-apart, spacer elements bonded thereto and projecting therefrom to a first predetermined height and an embossed membrane having embossments projecting from a face thereof to a second predetermined height. The weather-resistive membrane and embossed membrane are bonded together to form a double-sided drainage promoting wrap such that the spacer elements project from a first face of the wrap and the embossments project from an opposite face of the wrap. The first predetermined height may be greater than the second predetermined height. Wall and roof assemblies and a method of producing a wrap are also provided. 1. A drainage-promoting wrap for a building structure , comprising:a weather-resistive membrane having a face with a series of separate, spaced-apart, spacer elements bonded thereto and projecting therefrom to a first predetermined height;an embossed membrane having a series of raised embossments projecting from a face thereof to a second predetermined height;said weather-resistive membrane and said embossed membrane being bonded together to form a double-sided drainage-promoting wrap such that said spacer elements project from a first face of the wrap and said embossments project from an opposite face of the wrap.2. The drainage-promoting wrap according to claim 1 , wherein the first predetermined height is greater than said second predetermined height.3. The drainage-promoting wrap according to claim 2 , wherein the weather-resistive membrane is made of a woven or non-woven material.4. The drainage-promoting wrap according to claim 3 , wherein said spacer elements are formed of a polyolefin.5. A drainage-promoting wrap according to claim 4 , wherein each of said spacer elements is in the form of a short-line segment or dash claim 4 , wherein a plurality of said dashes form a series of uniformly spaced-apart discontinuous ...

INSULATED REINFORCED FOAM SHEATHING, REINFORCED ELASTOMERIC VAPOR PERMEABLE AIR BARRIER FOAM PANEL AND METHOD OF MAKING AND USING SAME

The invention comprises a product. The product comprises a first foam panel having an edge, a first primary surface and an opposite second primary surface and a second foam panel having an edge, a first primary surface and an opposite second primary surface, wherein the first and second foam panels are disposed such that their edges are adjacent each other and define a joint therebetween. The product also comprises an elongate metal strip having a body portion and a projection extending outwardly from the body portion, the metal strip being disposed such that at least a portion of the projection is disposed in the joint between the foam panels and at least a portion of the body portion covers a portion of the second primary surface of the first foam panel and a portion of the second primary surface of the second foam panel. A method of making and using the composite panel is also disclosed. 1. A product comprising:a first foam panel having an edge, a first primary surface and an opposite second primary surface;a second foam panel having an edge, a first primary surface and an opposite second primary surface, wherein the first and second foam panels are disposed such that their edges are adjacent each other and define a joint therebetween; andan elongate metal strip having a body member and a projection extending outwardly from the body portion, the metal strip being disposed such that at least a portion of the projection is disposed in the joint between the foam panels and at least a portion of the body member covers a portion of the second primary surface of the first foam panel and a portion of the second primary surface of the second foam panel.2. The product of claim 1 , wherein the first and second foam panels are attached to a substrate.3. The product of claim 2 , wherein the elongate metal strip is attached to the substrate.4. The product of further comprising a first layer of reinforcing material substantially covering and adhered to the first primary ...

FLOOR UNDERLAYMENT HAVING SELF-SEALING VAPOR BARRIER

A flooring material having a textile pad substructure with a density of greater than 10 pounds per cubic foot is provided. The textile pad has reinforcement and binding fibers. The binding fibers are thermoplastic and are used to bind the reinforcement fibers together. The pad is created by heating and compressing a fibrous textile batt so that it has a density of greater than 13 pounds per cubic foot. 1. A floor structure consisting of:an insulative pad disposed adjacent to a laminate floor covering, the insulative pad having a fibrous web layer wherein said fibrous web layer comprises reinforcement fibers being interlocked, wherein after the insulative pad is compressed to 75% of its original thickness during a compression set test, the material is then capable of returning to more than 80% of its original thickness and has a compression resistance at a compression of 25% of the original thickness of greater than about 20 psi;a multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier fixably coupled to the insulative pad, wherein the multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier is formed of a pair of external polyamide skin layers, disposed between the polyamide skin layers are internal layers of linear low-density polyethylene, and disposed between the skin layers and the internal layer is an adhesive; anda fastener pierced through the insulative pad and the multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier, forming a hole defined in the multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier, wherein the multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier elastically relaxes, compressing the hole through the multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier around the fastener, and thereby forming a seal between the fastener and the multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier which reduces transport of water vapor through the multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier.2. The floor structure according to claim 1 , wherein the multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier comprises a polyamide skin layer adjacent a linear low-density ...

SELF ADHERING WEATHER RESISTANT VAPOR PERMEABLE AIR BARRIER MEMBRANE WITH RAIN PLANE MATRIX

A building wrap membrane comprising a sheet of spunbonded polypropylene fabric member with integral pressure sensitive permeable adhesive coated on the back of the member and a drainage matrix secured to the front surface of the member, the drainage matrix being comprised of individual thermoplastic threads randomly laid down to form a net and secured together by heat bonding with the threads formed into spaced rows with a channel therebetween. 1. A building wrap membrane comprising a flexible sheet of spun bonded vapor permeable polypropylene base sheet member , a drainage matrix is secured to a front surface of said base sheet member , said drainage matrix being constructed of individual thermoplastic threads randomly laid down and secured together by heat bonding; said thermoplastic threads being formed into parallel spaced thread rows forming channels between each spaced row , a coating of permeable pressure sensitive adhesive covers a back surface of said base sheet member and a film release sheet covers said pressure sensitive adhesive.2. A building wrap membrane of claim 1 , wherein said thermoplastic threads are nylon threads.3. A building wrap membrane of claim 1 , wherein said thermoplastic threads are polypropylene threads.4. A building wrap membrane of claim 1 , wherein each thread row has a height of about 3 mm nominal plus or minus 1 mm in height.5. A building wrap membrane of claim 1 , wherein each thread row has a height of about 7 mm nominal plus or minus 1 mm in height.6. A building wrap membrane of claim 1 , wherein each thread row height is about 11 mm nominal plus or minus 1 mm in height.7. A building wrap membrane of claim 1 , wherein said release sheet is a clear polyester film silicon treated on one side having a thickness ranging from about 1 mil to about 2 mils.8. A building wrap membrane of claim 1 , wherein said coating of permeable pressure sensitive adhesive has entrained interconnected air formed pores.9. A building wrap membrane of ...

Universal Barrier System Panels

A universal barrier system includes universal barrier components that may be assembled together to shield floors and walls from moisture and provide a thermal break in an operational area of the universal barrier component. A lap zone of the universal barrier component may allow universal barrier components to be assembled and installed to protect floors, walls, ceilings, footings and the like from moisture and heat gain or loss by minimizing the need for tapes and other joining methods. The universal barrier system may also act as a sound deadening material. The operational area and lap zone of the universal barrier component may be disposed on a vapor block layer to provide some rigidity. The operational area of the universal barrier component may include a thermal break disposed upon the vapor block layer. The thermal break may include an outer protective layer. In addition, universal barrier tape and universal barrier edging may be provided to couple adjoining universal barrier components. 1. A universal barrier system for forming a moisture shield and thermal break in a building comprising:a universal barrier tape made from polyethylene film, up to 12 inches wide to provide typically 6 inches of lap with an adhesive disposed thereon; a common base component of polyethylene film substantially 6 to 15 mills thick and substantially 54 inches wide and of a length that varies depending upon a desired roll size upon which the common base material is disposed;', 'a thermal break having a thickness substantially ranging from 5 mils to 50 mils, and substantially 48 inches wide and made from millable polyurethane foam containing voids created by microspheres disposed in an operational area substantially forty eight inches wide, beginning at an edge of the common base component and leaving a substantially uncovered area substantially 6 inches wide along an opposite edge as a lap zone for joining to other materials;', 'a first protective outer layer of polyethylene film ...

Self-Sealing Fasteners, Building Panels, Systems, and Methods

Self-sealing fasteners and associated building panels, systems, and methods are provided. In one aspect, a fastener includes an elongated fastener body with an external surface extending between the first end and the second end, and a coating material disposed on at least a portion the external surface. In another aspect, a fastener includes an elongated fastener body with an external surface extending between the first end and the second end, and a polymer annulus surrounding at least a portion of the external surface of the of the elongated fastener body at or adjacent the head of the fastener. 1. A fastener , comprising:an elongated fastener body having a first end and an opposed second end, with an external surface extending between the first end and the second end; anda coating material disposed on at least a portion the external surface,wherein the coating material displays a viscosity of less than 1 Pa·s, measured at a shear rate of 1000 Hz and at a temperature of 150° F.2. The fastener of claim 1 , wherein the coating material displays a viscosity of less than 1×10Pa·s claim 1 , measured at a shear rate of 1000 Hz and at a temperature of 150° F.3. The fastener of claim 1 , wherein the coating material comprises a pressure-sensitive hot melt.4. The fastener of claim 3 , wherein the pressure-sensitive hot melt comprises a polymer selected from a group consisting of styrene block copolymers claim 3 , styrene-butadiene-styrene claim 3 , styrene-isoprene-styrene claim 3 , styrene-ethylene/butylene-styrene claim 3 , styrene-ethylene/propylene adhesives claim 3 , ethylene-vinyl acetate claim 3 , ethylene-acrylate copolymers claim 3 , polyolefins claim 3 , polybutene-1 claim 3 , amorphous polyolefin claim 3 , polyamides claim 3 , polyesters claim 3 , polyurethanes claim 3 , including reactive or thermoplastic polyurethanes claim 3 , polycaprolactone claim 3 , polycarbonates claim 3 , fluoropolymers claim 3 , silicone rubbers claim 3 , and thermoplastic elastomers.5. ...

ENERGY-EFFICIENT MOBILE BUILDINGS

Among other things, there is shown embodiments of an enclosure such as a portable building with features focusing on overall improvement in energy usage. Wall, roof and floor configurations are disclosed that provide significant energy savings. Methods are also disclosed for preparing such features and/or refitting existing portable buildings for such energy savings. 1. A portable building , comprising:at least one wall having a frame, a first insulation layer within or attached to the frame, and a second insulation layer separate from the first insulation layer, the second insulation layer being substantially rigid and fixed with respect to the frame exterior to the first insulation layer, wherein the second insulation layer and frame substantially prevent air flow through the first insulation layer.2. The portable building of claim 1 , further comprising a one-way gas permeable layer fixed with respect to the second insulation layer and exterior of the second insulation layer.3. The portable building of claim 1 , further comprising a shell covering the one-way gas permeable layer.4. The portable building of claim 3 , wherein at least a portion of the shell contacts the one-way gas permeable layer.5. The portable building of claim 4 , wherein the shell contacts the one-way gas permeable layer along a series of vertical strips claim 4 , forming multiple open channels each defined by a portion of the shell and an opposite portion of the one-way gas permeable layer claim 4 , each respective channel extending vertically between a pair of adjacent strips and being open at the top and bottom of the shell.6. The portable building of claim 1 , further comprising a roof having a frame claim 1 , a first insulation layer within or attached to the roof frame claim 1 , and a second insulation layer separate from the first insulation layer claim 1 , the second insulation layer being substantially rigid and fixed with respect to the roof frame exterior to the first insulation ...

WALL ASSEMBLY

Described herein is a wall assembly for use in walls of energy efficient residential or commercial buildings which can provide improved thermal resistance, moisture resistance and structural capacity. The wall assembly includes a frame assembly, an outer fiberboard, and a closed cell foam layer. The fiberboard is laminated with a lamination such as a non-perforated, non-woven polyolefin permeable membrane. The closed cell foam layer couples the frame assembly and the outer fiberboard. Also described herein is a method of manufacturing the wall assembly. 1. A wall assembly comprising:a frame assembly having a top member, a bottom member opposite to said top member, and a plurality of vertical members coupled to and extending between said top and bottom members with said frame assembly having an interior side and an exterior side opposite to said interior side;an outer fiberboard having an interior surface and an exterior surface, said fiberboard coupled to said frame assembly, extending from said exterior side of said frame assembly and terminating at an exterior surface of said fiberboard; anda closed cell foam layer disposed on and between said plurality of vertical members and extending from said exterior side of said frame assembly, said closed cell foam layer couples said fiberboard to said frame assembly.2. The wall assembly according to claim 1 , wherein said fiberboard is a laminated fiberboard.3. The wall assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the fiberboard is laminated with a lamination comprising a non-perforated claim 1 , non-woven polyolefin permeable membrane.4. The wall assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the fiberboard is mechanically fastened to the frame assembly.5. The wall assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the wall assembly is made of a material selected from the group consisting of wood claim 1 , steel claim 1 , metal claim 1 , and metal alloy.6. The wall assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the fiber board is made of natural or ...

BUILDING INSULATION SYSTEM

Insulated building wrap for use on a building wall includes fiberglass insulation laminated to a building wrap material. A building wall that includes the building wrap includes framing studs, an interior wallboard secured to the framing studs, cavity insulation between pairs of the framing studs, exterior sheathing secured to the framing studs, the insulated building wrap, and a decorative external fascia disposed over the insulated building wrap. 120-. (canceled)21. A building wall comprising:a plurality of framing studs;an interior wallboard secured to the framing studs;cavity insulation positioned between pairs of the framing studs;exterior sheathing secured to the framing studs;an insulated building wrap secured to an exterior surface of the exterior sheathing; anda decorative external fascia disposed over the insulated building wrap;wherein the insulated building wrap includes fiberglass insulation laminated to a building wrap material, wherein the fiberglass insulation is binderless and has an R value greater than or equal to 4 per inch, and wherein the insulated building wrap is flexible enough to be rolled onto a roll.22. The building wall of claim 21 , wherein the insulated building wrap has a compressive strength at 25% deformation of the fiberglass insulation which is less than 100 lbs/ft.23. The building wall of claim 21 , wherein the insulated building wrap does not crack when bent over a 1.6 mm diameter mandrel at a temperature of 32° F.24. The building wall of claim 21 , wherein a loss on ignition of the insulated building wrap is less than 10%.25. The building wall of claim 21 , wherein a loss on ignition of the insulated building wrap is less than 5%.26. The building wall of claim 21 , wherein the insulated building wrap has an R value of greater than or equal to 4.5 per inch.27. The building wall of claim 21 , wherein the insulated building wrap has an R value of greater than or equal to 5 per inch.28. The building wall of claim 21 , wherein the ...

FLOOR UNDERLAYMENT HAVING SELF-SEALING VAPOR BARRIER

A flooring material having a textile pad substructure with a density of greater than 10 pounds per cubic foot is provided. The textile pad has reinforcement and binding fibers. The binding fibers are thermoplastic and are used to bind the reinforcement fibers together. The pad is created by heating and compressing a fibrous textile batt so that it has a density of greater than 13 pounds per cubic foot. 1. A floor structure consisting of:an insulative pad disposed adjacent to a laminate floor covering, the insulative pad having an interlocked fibrous web layer having a compression resistance at a compression of 25% of the original thickness of greater than about 20 psi;a multilayer film vapor barrier fixably coupled to the insulative pad, wherein the multilayer film vapor barrier comprises a pair of external polyamide skin layers, disposed between the polyamide skin layers is an internal layer of linear low-density polyethylene; anda fastener pierced through the insulative pad and the multilayer film vapor barrier, forming a hole defined in the multilayer film vapor barrier, wherein the multilayer film vapor barrier elastically relaxes, compressing the hole through the multilayer film vapor barrier around the fastener, and thereby forming a seal between the fastener and the multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier which reduces transport of water vapor through the multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier.2. The floor structure according to claim 1 , wherein the multilayer film vapor barrier comprises a polyamide skin layer adjacent a linear low-density polyethylene layer.3. The floor structure according to claim 1 , wherein the laminate floor covering comprises wood.4. The floor structure according to claim 1 , wherein the fastener is a nail.5. The floor structure according to claim 1 , wherein the insulative pad is about 3/32 inch thick.6. The floor structure according to claim 1 , wherein the insulative pad has a compression resistance at 50% of the original ...

VAPOR RETARDING BUILDING MATERIALS AND METHODS FOR MAKING THEM

The present disclosure relates generally to vapor retarding building materials and methods for making them. The present inventors have found simple and cost-efficient materials that have low water vapor permeability at low relative humidities and that can be provided as a coating on a building material substrate. Notably, in many embodiments, the materials can have high water vapor permeability at high relative humidities. In one embodiment, the disclosure provides vapor retarding articles comprising a building material substrate; and a polymeric coating layer coated on the building material substrate, the polymeric coating layer comprising an inorganic hydrophilic particulate filler dispersed in a continuous organic phase comprising a hydrophobic polymer, wherein the content of the filler is from about 30% to about 85% by weight of the polymeric coating layer, the vapor retarding article configured to have a water vapor permeance of no more than about 1 Perm at 25% relative humidity. 2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the vapor retarding article is configured to have a water vapor permeability of at least about 5 Perms at 95% relative humidity as tested by ASTM E96 at 23° C.3. The vapor retarding article of claim 1 , wherein the building material substrate is a building material substrate sheet claim 1 , and wherein the vapor retarding article is in the form of a vapor retarding membrane.4. The vapor retarding article of claim 3 , wherein the building material substrate sheet is paper claim 3 , a scrim claim 3 , a non-woven fabric claim 3 , a nylon non-woven fabric claim 3 , a polyester non-woven fabric claim 3 , a polystyrene non-woven fabric claim 3 , an acrylonitrile/butadiene/styrene copolymer non-woven fabric claim 3 , a polyethylene non-woven fabric claim 3 , or a perforated thermoplastic film.5. The vapor retarding article of claim 1 , wherein the hydrophobic polymer is a styrene butadiene copolymer claim 1 , an acrylic polymer or copolymer claim 1 , a vinyl ...

BUILDING ASSEMBLY INCLUDING A WEATHER RESISTANT BARRIER, A SHEET FOR USE AS A WEATHER RESISTANT BARRIER, A LIQUID COATING COMPOSITION AND METHODS OF MAKING THE FOREGOING

A weather resistive barrier (WRB) for the exterior protection of building substrates can have a water vapor permeability that decreases with increasing temperature. In an embodiment, the WRB includes a coating comprising a LCST polymer, and may further include a second polymer. The WRB can be part of a building assembly, part of a sheet, or a sheet itself, the sheet having an air permeability of less than 0.02 L/(s m) at a pressure of 75 Pa. Furthermore a liquid coating composition can include a LCST polymer and a second polymer, wherein the liquid coating composition can be adapted that a solid coating formed by the liquid coating composition has an air permeability of less than 0.02 L/(s m) at a pressure of 75 Pa and a water vapor permeability that decreases with increasing temperature. 1. A building assembly comprising a building substrate and a weather resistive barrier (WRB) , the WRB having a water vapor permeability that decreases with increasing temperature in a temperature range from 5° C. to 60° C. at 25% relative humidity (RH).2. The building assembly of claim 1 , wherein the WRB comprises a coating including a lower critical solution temperature (LCST) polymer.3. The building assembly of claim 2 , wherein the coating further comprises a second polymer different from the LCST polymer.4. The building assembly of claim 2 , wherein the LCST polymer includes a hydroxyalkyl cellulose claim 2 , a poly(alkylacrylamide) claim 2 , a poly(vinyl methyl ether) claim 2 , a polyetheramine claim 2 , or any combination thereof.5. The building assembly of claim 4 , wherein the LCST polymer includes a hydroxypropylcellulose claim 4 , Poly(N-isopropylacrylamide) claim 4 , poly(N-(tert-butyl)acrylamide) claim 4 , a monoamine of a poly(ethylene propylene) copolymer claim 4 , or any combination thereof.6. The building assembly of claim 2 , wherein an amount of the LCST polymer in the coating is at least 0.5 wt % based on the total weight of the coating.7. The building assembly ...

Facade

A façade ( 100 ) comprising at least one façade panel ( 112 ) having a front face ( 131 ) and a rear face ( 113 ) and at least two panel support elements ( 108 ). Each panel support element ( 108 ) comprises a first arm ( 110 ), a second arm ( 109 ) wherein at least a portion of the second arm ( 109 ) is attached to the rear face ( 113 ) of the façade panel ( 112 ). The panel support element ( 108 ) also comprising at least two panel retaining elements ( 101 ), each comprising a first flange ( 104 ) and a channel 106, wherein at least a portion of the second arm ( 109 ) of the panel support element ( 108 ) is restrained within the channel ( 106 ) and each panel retaining element ( 101 ) is attached to a building structural substrate ( 102 ).

High thermal resistance and permeance insulation material

A low-emittance material having improved energy efficiency protection against air infiltration and moisture build-up in buildings is disclosed. The aforementioned low-emittance material utilizes existing framing openings or without increasing the wall profile of a building. The present invention provides a low-emittance material which may be implemented on traditional 2×4 framing having R-15 mass insulation material within existing or newly constructed framing cavities. The material of the present invention also meets requirements for serving as a water resistive barrier as defined by ICC AC38.

SELF-ADHERING DRAINAGE/VENTILATION BARRIER FOR BUILDINGS

A drainage/ventilation product is placed in a budding structure. The product includes: a weather barrier membrane faces away from the building structure; a drainage structure affixed to and co-extensive with the weather barrier membrane; a moisture resistant layer affixed to and co-extensive with the drainage structure; an adhesive layer, the adhesive layer is a plurality of adhesive strips and/or scatter coated over and co-extensive with the moisture resistant layer, the adhesive is a pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) and has a pull adhesion in a range of about 10-21 psi, and covers about 40-95% of a surface of the moisture resistant layer; and a release layer releasably covers and is co-extensive with the adhesive layer. Whereby the moisture/ventilation product is placed on the building structure without mechanical fasteners. A method is also disclosed. 1. A drainage/ventilation product placed in a budding structure comprises:a weather barrier membrane faces away from the building structure, the weather barrier is nonwoven and/or a perforated film, and the nonwoven is a spunbond nonwoven, meltblown nonwoven, and/or a combination of meltblown and spunbond nonwovens;a drainage structure affixed to and co-extensive with the weather barrier membrane, the drainage structure is an entangled net with a channel configuration or a waffle configuration;a moisture resistant layer affixed to and co-extensive with the drainage structure, the moisture resistant layer is a film or nonwoven;an adhesive layer, the adhesive layer is a plurality of adhesive strips and/or scatter coated over and co-extensive with the moisture resistant layer, the adhesive is a pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) based on acrylic and/or butyl polymers, the adhesive has a pull adhesion in a range of about 10-21 psi, the adhesive covers about 40-95% of a surface of the moisture resistant layer; anda release layer releasably covers and is co-extensive with the adhesive layer,whereby the moisture/ ...

Building Veneer System

A veneer product and system includes a body having an aesthetic front surface and a back surface for installation adjacent the building. The body has a top side and a bottom side and a bracket attached to body and projecting away from the back surface of the body, the bracket further comprising a first end adjacent the top side for attachment to the building and a first protrusion for positioning the back surface a predetermined distance from the building and a second end having a second protrusion for positioning the bottom of the back surface a predetermined distance from the building and a bottom projection adjacent the bottom side for engagement with a second body to retain the bottom end of the veneer product.

Drainage Tape

The drainage tape will be comprised of self-adhered flexible air resistive sheeting and water permeable sheeting. Along the length the tape, there will be sections of self-adhered flexible air resistive sheeting with intermittent drainage channels to all water to weep; the water permeable sheeting runs continuously along the length of the tape and is intended to control airflow at the drainage channels where the air resistive sheeting is omitted. It will be roll-able and have limited compressibility so to maintain the minimum dimension to ensure water drainage can occur. 1. A Tape Assembly for joining two exterior building components comprising , three parallel strips that creates an air and water barrier while allowing for the drainage of accumulated water from the window opening.2. The Tape Assembly of claim 1 , where the innermost and outermost strips consist of water permeable material with limited compressibility.3. The Tape Assembly of claim 1 , where the middle strip consists of an air resistive non-compressible material.4. The Tape Assembly of claim 3 , where the middle strip has weep channels cut perpendicular to Tape across the width of the middle strip to allow for the flow of water through the Tape.5. The Tape Assembly of claim 4 , where the weep channels are cut into the middle strip at a regular interval.6. The Tape Assembly of claim 1 , where the three parallel strips are joined on their upper surface by an adhesive membrane.7. The Tape Assembly of claim 6 , where the adhesive membrane is vapor permeable and water and air resistive.8. A method of joining two exterior building components using the Tape Assembly wherein the installer:a. Attaches the lower surface of the Tape Assembly to the wall opening using the adhesive layer applied to the underside of the Tape Assembly to affix the Tape to the Wall Opening.b. Attaches the flashing, window flange, cladding or similar building component to the upper side of the Tape Assembly using the adhesive layer ...

MODULAR WALL AND ROOF POCKET SYSTEM

A modular pre-fabricated wall panel has a plurality of stud sets. The stud sets each have a pocket, the pocket having a floor for supporting a roof truss. The wall panel has a sheathing attached to an exterior surface of the plurality of stud sets. The wall panel also has an air/vapor barrier on an interior surface of the plurality of stud sets. The wall panel also has a plurality of pocket liners sealably connected to the air/vapor barrier lining, each of the plurality of pocket liners lining a pocket of the plurality of stud sets and forming a barrier to air/vapor. A modular roof system has a plurality of trusses, hinged to roof sheathing. The hinges allow the trusses to lie flat against the sheathing during storage or transportation and to orient into a perpendicular orientation for installation. 1. A modular pre-fabricated wall panel comprising:a plurality of stud sets, the stud sets each comprising a pocket, the pocket having a floor for supporting a roof truss;a sheathing attached to an exterior surface of the plurality of stud sets;an air/vapor barrier on an interior surface of the plurality of stud sets;a plurality of pocket liners sealably connected to the air/vapor barrier lining, each of the plurality of pocket liners lining a pocket of the plurality of stud sets and forming a barrier to air/vapor; anda top board located between each of the plurality of stud sets and aligned with a top surface of the roof truss, the top board wrapped in air/vapor barrier, the wrapped air/vapor barrier sealably connected to the air/vapor barrier, the wrapped air/vapor barrier forming an attachment point for an air vapor barrier of the trusses.2. The wall panel of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of pocket sleeves claim 1 , the pocket sleeves lining the plurality of pocket liners claim 1 , the pocket sleeves protecting the pocket liners from the trusses.3. A modular roof system comprising:substantially planar roof sheathing having a bottom surface; anda plurality of ...

Self-Adhering Underlayment Sheets to Form Waterproofing Joints, Related Building Assemblies and Methods

As described herein, the invention includes a building underlayment sheet that comprises an underlayment lamina having a top surface and a bottom surface. The bottom surface includes an interior portion and a selvage portion that extends from the interior portion of the bottom surface to a terminal distal edge of the sheet and the interior portion of the bottom surface bears a self adhesive layer. The selvage portion of the bottom surface bears a bonding composition that is capable of bonding to a top surface of a second underlayment lamina to form a full lap joint. In some embodiments, the self adhesive layer includes an asphalt, a polymer such as poly(styrene-butadiene-styrene)(SBS), and a tackifier, and/or the bonding composition includes asphalt, a polymer such as poly(styrene-butadiene-styrene), ground tire rubber (GTR), and tackifier. Also included are building assemblies that include the application of one or more of the underlayment sheets to a building surface, such as a roof surface and methods of installing the underlayment and waterproofing a roof surface. 1. A building underlayment sheet comprising:an underlayment lamina having a top surface and a bottom surface,wherein the bottom surface includes an interior portion and a selvage portion that extends from the interior portion of the bottom surface to a terminal distal edge of the sheet,wherein the interior portion of the bottom surface bears a self adhesive layer, andthe selvage portion of the bottom that is capable of bonding to a top surface of a second underlayment lamina to form a full lap joint.2. The sheet of claim 1 , further comprising a second self adhesive layer that is on the top surface of the lamina.3. The sheet of claim 1 , wherein each of the selvage portion and the interior portion of the bottom surfaces bears a self adhesive layer and the bonding composition is laid over the self adhesive layer of the selvage portion.4. The sheet of that is an underlayment for at least one building ...

FOLDING BUILDING

Improved foldable buildings include an improved rafter plate with a fifth hole that can be used for lifting and as a safety anchor and also has angled corners to abut rafter plate stops newly installed on rafters. Rafters and columns have improved bracket plates, new cross brace flanges, and adaptations for L-shaped brackets that support new steel stud purlins and girts. Wall and roof panels now have a vapor barrier and improved insulation. Rafters are further improved by addition of lifting sleeves. Flashing is pre-cut to custom sizes to avoid cutting at the job site and now features steel gauge flashing with adhered closed cell foam rubber on the interior surface. For long ridge flashing, flashing pieces have interlocking ends. Improved methods of assembly are described. 1. An improved folding building system including deployable folded four-panel sections , said panels having sides further comprising outward-facing , spaced-apart , aligned , and opposed steel channels for rafters and for columns , wherein the improvement comprises: i. first and second holes of said five holes are proximate the top of said rafter plate and at opposing ends of said rafter plate and are configured to receive fasteners during transportation, to operate as hinges during deployment, and to subsequently receive fasteners during deployment;', 'ii. third and fourth holes of said five holes are proximate the bottom of said rafter plate and at said opposing ends of said rafter plate and are configured to receive fasteners during deployment; and', 'iii. a fifth hole of said five holes is proximate the top center of said raster plate and configured for lifting during deployment and for receiving safety lines during roof finishing; and, 'a. a rafter plate having five holes for joining first and second opposing rafters proximate a roof ridge, whereinb. first and second top corner side surfaces on said rafter plate configured to abut respective first and second rafter plate stops fixed to said ...

Web Frame

The web frame is a bonded assembly of panels and porous blanket layers, separated by an arrangement of isolated spacers. The panels and spacers are covered with a bonding means. A coating covers inner surfaces of the panels and spacers. The porous blanket is compressed and pinned between these panels, by spacers that are arranged as isolated nodes or columns The spacers have sharpened ends that penetrate the blanket and connect with the opposing panel. The web frame assembly provides thermal and sound insulation for buildings and other solid objects. These web frames are lightweight, durable, and permeable. Capillaries and passages throughout the panels and fibres of the blanket allow passage of moisture and air, thereby assisting in the management of condensation within the web frame. 138-. (canceled)39. A web frame , being an assembly of stacked , bonded materials to be disposed within a building space , the web frame comprising:an inner panel having an inner surface and an outer surface;an opposing panel disposed parallel to and apart from the inner panel to form a space therebetween, the opposing panel having an inward surface adjacent the space;a blanket layer disposed in the space between the inner panel and the opposing panel;a plurality of spacers in the space between the inner panel and the opposing panel to maintain the space therebetween and to hold the blanket layer within the space;a first surface covering bonded to the inner surface of the inner panel and adjacent the blanket layer; anda second surface covering bonded to the inward surface of the opposing panel.40. The web frame according to claim 39 , wherein the opposing panel is an outer panel claim 39 , the outer panel is made from a resilient claim 39 , durable material.41. The web frame according to claim 39 , wherein the opposing panel is an inner panel of an adjacent web frame claim 39 , wherein the inner panel is made from a resilient claim 39 , flexible claim 39 , durable material.42. The web ...

WATER VAPOUR CONTROL, WHICH IS ARRANGED FACING THE INSIDE OF A BUILDING

Water vapour control, which is arranged facing the inside of a building, comprising a first layer having a water vapour diffusion resistance (sd-value) of 1-5 meters diffusion-equivalent air space width, measured at a relative humidity of an atmosphere surrounding the layer of 30-50%, and having a sd-value of <1 meters diffusion-equivalent air space width, measured at a relative humidity of 60-80%, and a second layer having a sd-value of >0.6 meters diffusion-equivalent air space width, measured at a relative humidity of 80-100%, and wherein the second layer is located at the side of the vapour barrier facing the inside of the building, relative to the position of the first layer. 1. Water vapour control , which is arranged facing the inside of a building , comprising a first layer having a water vapour diffusion resistance (Sd-value) of 1-5 meters diffusion-equivalent air space width , measured at a relative humidity of an atmosphere surrounding the layer of 30-50% , and having a Sd-value of <1 meters diffusion-equivalent air space width , measured at a relative humidity of 60-80% , characterized in that the vapour control comprises a second layer having a Sd-value of >0.2 meters diffusion-equivalent air space width , measured at a relative humidity of 80-100% , and wherein the second layer is located at the side of the vapour barrier facing the inside of the building , relative to the position of the first layer.2. Water vapour control according to claim 1 , wherein second layer has a Sd-value of >0.4 meters diffusion-equivalent air space width claim 1 , measured at a relative humidity of 80-100%.3. Water vapour control according to claim 1 , wherein the second layer has a Sd-value of >0.8 meters diffusion-equivalent air space width claim 1 , measured at a relative humidity of 80-100%.4. Water vapour control according to claim 1 , wherein the second layer has a Sd-value of <3 meters diffusion-equivalent air space width claim 1 , measured at a relative humidity of ...

Self-Adhesive Pervious Membrane and Method for Manufacturing such a Self-Adhesive Pervious Membrane

A self-adhesive vapor-permeable membrane for use on a building, comprising a support that is permeable to air and water vapor, and a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer that is permeable to air and water vapor, and is secured to the underside of the support, wherein the membrane is noteworthy in that it comprises gas bubbles trapped between the support and the adhesive layer. 1. A self-adhesive membrane permeable to water vapor for use on a building , the membrane comprising a support that is permeable to air and water vapor , and a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer that is permeable to air and water vapor , and is secured to the underside of the support , the membrane further comprising gas bubbles trapped between the support and the adhesive layer.2. The self-adhesive membrane according to claim 1 , wherein the gas bubbles have a diameter less than the thickness of the adhesive layer.3. The self-adhesive membrane according to claim 1 , wherein the gas bubbles have a diameter less than or equal to 50 μm.4. The self-adhesive membrane according to claim 1 , wherein the adhesive layer has a thickness less than or equal to 200 μm.5. The self-adhesive membrane according to claim 4 , wherein the adhesive layer has a thickness of 130 μm.6. The self-adhesive membrane according to claim 1 , wherein the adhesive layer has an area density of between 100 and 160 g/mand preferably an area density of 130 g/m.7. The self-adhesive membrane according to claim 1 , wherein the adhesive layer is obtained in a UV-cross-linked tackified acrylic hot-melt pressure-sensitive adhesive.8. The self-adhesive membrane according to claim 1 , wherein the support consists of a micro-perforated polyethylene (PE) film claim 1 , a micro-perforated polypropylene film (PP) claim 1 , a micro-perforated polyethylene (PE)/polypropylene (PP) copolymer film claim 1 , a stretched polyethylene (PE) film claim 1 , a stretched polypropylene (PP) film claim 1 , a stretched polyethylene copolymer film (PE)/ ...

COMPOSITE COMPRISING A NONWOVEN VAPOR PERMEABLE SHEET

A composite laminate comprising at least one moisture vapor permeable nonwoven sheet having first and second surfaces and a fluorinated polymeric coating on the first surface of the sheet wherein (i) the fluorinated polymeric coating is present in an amount such that the total fluorine content of the coated non-woven sheet is 0.05 to no greater than 0.4 gsm, and (ii) the composite laminate, after exposure to wet timber, exhibits a retained hydrohead of at least 60 percent. 1. A composite laminate comprising at least one moisture vapor permeable nonwoven sheet having first and second surfaces and a fluorinated polymeric coating on the first surface of the sheet wherein(i) the fluorinated polymeric coating is present in an amount such that the total fluorine content of the coated non-woven sheet is from 0.05 gsm to no greater than 0.4 gsm, and(ii) the composite laminate, after exposure to wet timber, exhibits a retained hydrohead of at least 60 percent when tested according to Test Method A.2. The nonwoven sheet of wherein the sheet comprises plexifilamentary polyolefin fibers.3. The nonwoven sheet of wherein the polyolefin is polyethylene or polypropylene.4. The composite laminate of further comprising a layer of metal intermediate between the first surface of the polyolefinic sheet and the fluorinated polymeric coating claim 1 , the laminate having an emissivity no greater than 0.25.5. The composite laminate of wherein the metal is aluminum claim 4 , tin claim 4 , zinc claim 4 , titanium nickel claim 4 , gold claim 4 , silver claim 4 , lead claim 4 , copper or alloys thereof.6. The composite laminate of wherein the metal is aluminum.7. The composite laminate of further comprising an anticorrosion layer deposited between the metal layer and the fluorinated polymeric coating.8. A building structure comprising a wall or roofing system comprising wooden sheet board or planks and a composite laminate of wherein the polymeric coating is in contact with the wooden board or ...

Building Insulation

A building structure containing a building envelope that defines an interior is provided. The building structure includes building insulation positioned adjacent to a surface of the building envelope, the interior, or a combination thereof. The building insulation may include a porous polymeric material that is formed from a thermoplastic composition containing a continuous phase that includes a matrix polymer. A microinclusion additive and nanoinclusion additive may also be dispersed within the continuous phase in the form of discrete domains, wherein a porous network is defined in the material that includes a plurality of nanopores having an average cross-sectional dimension of about 800 nanometers or less. 144-. (canceled)45. Building insulation for use in a residential or commercial building structure , wherein the building insulation includes a porous polymeric material that is formed from a thermoplastic composition containing a continuous phase that includes a matrix polymer , and further wherein a microinclusion additive and nanoinclusion additive are dispersed within the continuous phase in the form of discrete domains , wherein a porous network is defined in the material that includes a plurality of nanopores having an average cross-sectional dimension of about 800 nanometers or less.46. The building insulation of claim 45 , wherein the polymeric material exhibits a water vapor transmission rate of about 300 g/m-24 hours or more claim 45 , thermal conductivity of about 0.40 watts per meter-kelvin or less claim 45 , and/or hydrohead value of about 50 centimeters or more.47. The building insulation of claim 45 , wherein the microinclusion additive includes a polyolefin.48. The building insulation of claim 45 , wherein the nanoinclusion additive includes a polyepoxide.49. The building insulation of claim 45 , wherein the microinclusion additive constitutes from about 1 wt. % to about 30 wt. % of the composition claim 45 , based on the weight of the continuous ...

INSULATING FLOOR UNDERLAYMENT

A flooring material having a textile pad substructure with a density of greater than 10 pounds per cubic foot is provided. The textile pad has reinforcement and binding fibers. The binding fibers are thermoplastic and are used to bind the reinforcement fibers together. The pad is created by heating and compressing a fibrous textile batt so that it has a density of greater than 13 pounds per cubic foot. 1. A floor structure consisting of:a wood based laminate;an insulative pad having a density of greater than about 10.0 pounds per cubic foot, disposed adjacent to wood based laminate, said insulative pad consisting of a fibrous web layer wherein said fibrous web layer comprises reinforcement fibers distributed substantially randomly, said reinforcement fibers being interlocked, wherein after the insulative pad material is compressed to 75% of its original thickness during a compression set test, the material is then capable of returning to more than 80% of its original thickness and has a compression resistance at a compression of 25% of the original thickness of greater than about 20 psi; anda co-extruded polyethylene vapor barrier bonded to the insulative pad.2. The floor structure according to further comprising binder fibers selected from the group consisting of polyethylene claim 1 , polyester claim 1 , polypropylene claim 1 , and mixtures thereof.3. The floor structure according to wherein the insulative pad has a density of about 18.9 pounds per cubic foot.4. The floor structure according to wherein the insulative pad is about 3/32 inch thick.5. The floor structure according to wherein the insulative pad has a compression resistance at 50% of the original thickness of greater than about 180 psi.6. The floor structure according to further comprising an adhesive layer disposed between the insulative pad and the vapor barrier.7. A floor structure consisting of:a wood based laminate;an insulative pad disposed adjacent to wood based laminate, said insulative pad ...

SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS OF AN INSULATED PANEL STRUCTURE

An insulated panel structure and method of making the same are provided for enhancing the thermal efficiency in a building structure. The insulated panel structure includes a foam member, multiple brace members, and a reflective layer. The multiple brace members are coupled to the foam member to provide strength to the foam member and structural integrity to the panel structure. Such foam member is configured to resist conductive heat flow therethrough. Further, the reflective layer includes an interior facing surface and an exterior facing surface. The reflective layer is positioned alongside an interior side of the foam member such that the exterior facing surface faces the interior side of the foam member. With this arrangement, the interior facing surface is configured to reflect radiation heat toward an interior of the building structure and the exterior facing surface is configured to reflect radiation heat toward an exterior of the building structure. 1. An insulated panel structure configured to be positioned as a portion of a wall of a building structure , the insulated panel structure comprising:a foam member including an interior side and an exterior side each extending between opposing top and bottom ends and opposing side ends, the interior side including slots defined therein extending between the opposing top and bottom ends, the foam member configured to resist conductive heat flow therethrough;multiple brace members, each brace member partially positioned within one of the slots defined in the interior side of the foam member such that the brace members extend substantially parallel relative to each other with a portion of each brace member extending away from and alongside a portion of the interior side of the foam member; anda reflective layer including an interior facing surface and an exterior facing surface, the reflective layer positioned alongside the interior side of the foam member such that the exterior facing surface faces the interior ...

HOUSE WRAP & METHOD OF MANUFACTURE

A continuous, wavy and intersecting pattern of filaments is deposited on a surface of a house wrap membrane using a plurality of hot melt nozzles and a controller that controls, positionally and temporally, the relative positions and flow of hot melt of the nozzles and the top surface of the membrane. Water drainage channels may be provided by depressions or viaducts. 1. A method of making a house wrap , comprising:disposing a membrane in a longitudinal direction, the membrane having a beginning, an end, a first side extending between the beginning and the end, and a second side, opposite of the first side, the second side extending between the beginning and the end, and the beginning, the first side, the end and the second side defining a perimeter, the longitudinal direction being defined along the first side extending from the end to the beginning, the perimeter defining a surface area of the membrane, and the surface area of the membrane comprises a top surface and a bottom surface, opposite of the top surface, having the top surface facing upward;depositing, during the step of disposing the membrane in a longitudinal direction, a first polymer strand of a hot melt polymer onto the top surface of the membrane, wherein the first polymer strand is disposed above the top surface, the first polymer strand is a continuous strand, and at least a portion of the first polymer strand adheres to the top surface of the membrane;depositing, during the step of disposing the membrane in a longitudinal direction, a second polymer strand of a hot melt polymer onto the top surface of the membrane, wherein the second polymer strand is disposed above the top surface, the second polymer strand is a continuous strand, and at least a portion of the second polymer strand adheres to the top surface of the membrane;controlling, positionally and temporally, the disposing of the membrane and, at the same time, hot melt nozzles utilized for depositing the hot melt polymer of the first ...

HOUSEWRAP INSTALLATION APPARATUS

A roll dispensing apparatus is disclosed herein that comprises a height-adjustable materials platform and vertical roller for dispensing and assisting with the installation of bulk roll materials such as house wrap. In an example, the roll dispensing apparatus is a housewrap installation apparatus, providing attachment mechanisms that enable the attachment of the apparatus to a motorized lift, basket, or like moveable working platform. Accordingly, use of the housewrap installation apparatus can enable a single-person installation of housewrap or other rolled materials from a moveable platform, including installation of housewrap materials of a significant height or width. 1. An apparatus to dispense material from a roll of material , comprising: the material holder is configured to receive the roll of material and allow the roll of material to rotate about the material holder, and', 'the material holder includes a base plate for retaining the roll of material;, 'a material holder, wherein the sleeve is configured to receive a shaft member, wherein the shaft member is configured to linearly translate within the sleeve, and', 'the attachment mechanism is configured to be coupled to a work platform;, 'an attachment mechanism including a sleeve, whereina joining member that is coupled to the material holder and the shaft member and links the material holder with the shaft member, wherein linear translation of the shaft member results in a corresponding linear translation of the material holder; anda shaft retainer, the shaft retainer sized and shaped to prevent the linear translation of the shaft member in at least one direction within the sleeve.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the attachment mechanism includes:one or more support arms; andone or more support brackets, coupled to the one or more support arms, the one or more support brackets configured to couple with a portion of the work platform.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the portion of the work ...

THERMALLY INSULATED SHEET

A thermally insulating sheet for installation adjacent a surface of an object comprising a reflective metalized polymeric insulation material having moisture vapour transference properties. An apparatus and methods for producing a reflective metalized polymeric thermally insulating assembly having moisture vapour transference properties are also provided. The insulation material provides enhanced thermal retention. 1. An object having an outer surface comprising a thermally insulating sheet of a reflective metalized polymeric insulation material located adjacent to said outer surface;said reflective metalized polymeric insulation material comprising a first bubble pack assembly including a first thermoplastic film having a plurality of portions wherein each of said portions defines a cavity and a second thermoplastic film in sealed engagement with said first thermoplastic film to provide a plurality of closed-cell cavities;said reflective metalized polymeric insulation material further characterized in having a plurality of frusto-conically shaped apertures suitably sized and interposed between said closed-cell cavities such that said thermally insulating sheet has the narrower dimension of each of said frusto-conically shaped apertures oriented distal to said outer surface so as to effect transference of moisture vapour through said frusto-conically shaped apertures from outer surface without substantial ingress of external air through the apertures, each of said plurality of frusto-conically shaped apertures being defined by a proximal opening and a distal opening with a continuous perimeter aperture wall extending therebetween, said aperture wall being substantially linear and inclined between said proximal opening and said distal opening such that said proximal opening has a greater area than said distal opening; andwherein within any thermally insulating layer of a reflective metalized polymeric insulation material having frusto-conically shaped apertures, the ...

TAPE, ARTICLE INCLUDING TAPE AND COMPOSITE LAYER, AND RELATED METHODS

The tape incudes a water vapor-permeable air and water barrier article and a pressure sensitive adhesive layer. The air and water barrier article includes a fibrous layer having first and second major surfaces and a polymeric layer on a first major surface of the fibrous layer that penetrates into the fibrous layer but leaves at least some fibers exposed on the second major surface. The pressure sensitive adhesive layer is on the polymeric layer of the air and water barrier article. The tape can retain greater than 50 percent by weight of mortar applied according to the Vertical Mortar Receptivity Evaluation. The article includes a substrate, the tape, and a composite layer comprising at least one of gypsum, lime, or cement. The composite layer is at least one of dried or cured on the second major surface of the fibrous layer. Methods of making the article are also described. 1. A tape comprising:an air and water barrier article that is water vapor permeable, the air and water barrier article comprising a fibrous layer having first and second major surfaces and a polymeric layer disposed on a first major surface of the fibrous layer and penetrating into the fibrous layer leaving at least some fibers exposed on the second major surface; anda pressure sensitive adhesive layer disposed on the polymeric layer of the air and water barrier article,wherein the tape retains greater than 50 percent by weight of mortar applied according to the Vertical Mortar Receptivity Evaluation, and wherein the tape passes at least one of Modified Test 1 of ASTM D-1970/D-1970M-13, Modified Test 2 of ASTM D-1970/D-1970M-13, or Modified Test 3 of ASTM D-1970/D-1970M-13.2. The tape of claim 1 , wherein the pressure sensitive adhesive layer is continuous.3. The tape of claim 1 , wherein the tape has a water vapor permeability of at least three perms.4. The tape of claim 1 , wherein the polymeric layer is crosslinked.5. The tape of claim 1 , wherein the polymeric layer comprises a ...

Adaptive vapor barrier

The present invention relates to the use, as water vapour barrier, of a film, of a textile or of a layer of material P, said material P comprising, or even consisting of, at least one copolymer A which is a polyamide of PAXY/XAIS M n+ 1/n type or of PAZ/XAISM n+ 1/n type. It also relates to a construction element comprising a film, a textile or a layer of said material P and a construction material.

Below grade waterproofing and methane barrier sheet membrane, with an aluminum protection layer and a method of making and using same

The invention is a below grade waterproofing and methane barrier sheet membrane with an aluminum facer and a method of making and using same, and more particularly the invention is directed to a dual layer system comprising of at least one bituminous moisture or waterproofing barrier sheet membrane with an aluminum facer or an aluminum layer that when combined is also a methane gas barrier, and is UV stable, that is used in construction of a building, and placed under, or around a foundation of a building or a dwelling or on its below grade retaining walls. Optionally, a liner and/or a drainage protection media can also be used with the inventive dual layer system.

Water-Vapour Permeable Composite Parts

The invention relates to water-vapour permeable, flat composite parts consisting of at least two layers, at least one layer being made of a polyester and polyether-based thermoplastic polyurethane. The invention also related to the use thereof. 1. A water vapour-permeable flat composite component comprising:(i) at least one layer not consisting of thermoplastic polyurethane; and(ii) at least one layer composed of polyether polyol-based thermoplastic polyurethane and polyester polyol-based thermoplastic polyurethane, wherein the layer (ii) consists of a thermoplastic polyurethane reaction product of the components consisting of:A) at least one organic diisocyanate;B) at least one component having two hydroxyl groups and in each case having a number-average molecular weight of 60 to 490 g/mol as chain extender;C) a component consisting of one or more polyether polyols each having a number-average molecular weight of 500-5000 g/mol, of which at least one polyether polyol (C1) contains ethylene oxide units; andD) 10% to 85% by weight, based on the total weight of C) and D), of one or more aliphatic polyester polyols each having a number-average molecular weight of 500-5000 g/mol;wherein the molar ratio of the NCO groups in A) to isocyanate-reactive groups in B), C), and D) is 0.9:1 to 1.2:1;wherein the total content of ethylene oxide units in component C) is at least 5% and not more than 45% by weight, based on the total weight of components C) and D), and the number-average functionality of the sum total of all the polyols in C) and D) is 1.8 to 2.5, and wherein the content of ethylene oxide units (X in % by weight) in component C), relative to the molar ratio Y of chain extenders B) to the sum total of components C) and D), is below the value of X which arises from the formula X (% by weight)=7.35*Y+13.75.2. The flat composite component according to claim 1 , wherein the diisocyanate A) is selected from the group consisting of: diphenylmethane 4 claim 1 ,4′- ...

BUILDING MEMBRANE WITH POROUS PRESSURE SENSITIVE ADHESIVE

A breatheable multilayer spun bonded polypropylene membrane having a coated pressure sensitive adhesive capable of allowing air and moisture vapor to pass through it. The adhesive is formed of a copolymer comprising a backbone of n-butyl acrylate, 2-ethylhexyl acrylate, and vinyl acetate which is mixed with a surfactant and emulsified to produce bubbles which form pores when the copolymer is set with about 80% to about 90% of the pore sizes ranging from about 200 microns to about 300 microns and a pore density in the cured pressure sensitive adhesive ranging from about 4200 per inchto about 4600 per inch, said pores being uniformly distributed to form a flow path through adhesive. 1. An air permeable and vapor permeable building membrane comprising a plurality of permeable plastic sheets secured together , a coating of permeable pressure sensitive adhesive coated to an outer surface of one sheet of said membrane , said adhesive comprising a copolymer which is mixed with at least one surfactant and emulsified to produce bubbles which form pores within said copolymer when the copolymer is cured , with a majority of said pores having a pore size ranging from about 200 microns to about 300 microns , said pores being uniformly distributed to form a water vapor flow path through the adhesive.2. An air permeable and vapor permeable building membrane as claimed in wherein said membrane with a pressure sensitive porous adhesive has a high vapor permeability greater than 50 Perms.3. An air permeable and vapor permeable building membrane as claimed in wherein said pressure sensitive porous adhesive has a peel value using dynamic peel data from stainless steel of about 65 to about 15.4. An air permeable and vapor permeable building membrane as claimed in wherein the pressure sensitive porous adhesive has a vapor permeability ranging from 50 to 70 Perms.5. An air permeable and vapor permeable building membrane as claimed in wherein said adhesive copolymer has a backbone of n- ...

Moisture-Variable Protective Layer and Use of a Moisture-Variable Protective Layer

A moisture-variable protective layer is to be used in particular for protecting a thermal insulating layer in insulated building structures, such as roof and/or wall structures of a building. The protective layer has a water vapor diffusion-dependent air layer thickness Sthat is dependent on the ambient humidity. The protective layer at least partly consists of and/or comprises a material that has a water vapor diffusion equivalent air layer thickness Sof greater than 10 m at a relative humidity of the atmosphere surrounding the protective layer in the range from 0% to 25% and has a water vapor diffusion equivalent air layer thickness Sof less than 0.4 m at a relative humidity of the atmosphere surrounding the protective layer in the range from 90% to 100%. 1. A moisture-variable protective layer , particularly for use in protecting a thermal insulation layer in an insulated building comprising a water vapor diffusion equivalent air layer thickness Sthat depends on the ambient moisture , wherein the protective layer comprises a material , which has a water vapor diffusion equivalent air layer thickness Sof greater than 10 m at a relative humidity of the atmosphere surrounding the protective layer in the range from 0% to 25% , and has a water vapor diffusion equivalent air layer thickness Sof less than 0.4 m at a relative humidity of the atmosphere surrounding the protective layer in the range from 90% to 100%.2. The protective layer according to claim 1 , wherein the Svalue claim 1 , at a relative humidity of 25% claim 1 , is between 20 m and 100 m claim 1 , the Svalue claim 1 , at a relative humidity of 37.5% claim 1 , is between 20 m and 90 m claim 1 , the Svalue claim 1 , at a relative humidity of 65.5% claim 1 , is between 4 m and 20 m claim 1 , the Svalue claim 1 , at a relative humidity of 80% claim 1 , is between 0.07 m and 0.1 m claim 1 , and the Svalue claim 1 , at a relative humidity of 90% claim 1 , is less than 0.09 m.3. The protective layer according to ...

PANEL FOR SHEATHING SYSTEM AND METHOD

The panel includes a water resistant barrier layer secured atop its outward facing surface. The water resistant barrier layer includes a skid resistant surface. The panels are made of lignocellulosic material. The water resistant and skid resistant surface may include indicia for aligning strips of tape or for aligning fasteners. A method for manufacturing the water resistant building panels is also disclosed and includes the steps of feeding paper onto a forming belt, depositing lignocellulosic material and the binding agent onto the forming belt so as to form a lignocellulosic mat, applying heat and pressure so as to impart the skid resistant surface on the paper, and cutting panels to predetermined sizes. 118-. (canceled)19. A panel system to externally envelope a structure , the system comprising:at least two adjacent lignocellulosic panels, each panel including an outer surface, an inner surface, and at least one edge extending therebetween, wherein each panel is aligned with its at least one edge proximate to the at least one edge of the adjacent panel to define a longitudinal joint between the two adjacent panels, and wherein the edges of the adjacent panels are substantially parallel to each other;a barrier layer secured to the outer surface or the inner surface of each panel, the barrier layer being substantially bulk water resistant and substantially water vapor permeable, the barrier layer having an outer surface that is textured; anda bulk water resistant edge sealant sealing the joint between the proximate edges of the two adjacent panels, wherein the edge sealant includes strips of water-resistant tape having an adhesive layer and a backing, wherein the panel includes alignment guides for positioning of the water-resistant tape during installation,wherein the assembled panel system forms a sealed wall or roof of the structure without applying a separate moisture barrier layer of house wrap or felt paper.20. The system of claim 19 , wherein each panel ...

ROLL INCLUDING AIR AND WATER BARRIER ARTICLE AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME

The roll includes an air and water barrier article, a pressure sensitive adhesive disposed on the first major surface of the barrier article, first and second coating compositions disposed on the opposing second major surface of the barrier article, and a liner having a first major surface in contact with the first coating composition and the second coating composition. The first coating composition has a first peel adhesion to the first major surface of the liner that is lower than a second peel adhesion of the second coating composition to the first major surface of the liner. The pressure sensitive adhesive contacts a second major surface of the liner when wound in the roll, and a peel adhesion between the second major surface of the liner and the pressure sensitive adhesive is less than or equal to the second peel adhesion. There are also provided methods of applying barrier articles, films made using these barrier articles, and building envelopes made using such films. 2. The roll of claim 1 , wherein a sum of the first peel adhesion times the fraction of the peel front provided by the first coating composition and the second peel adhesion times the fraction of the peel front provided by the second coating composition is greater than or equal to the peel adhesion between the second major surface of the liner and the pressure sensitive adhesive.3. The roll of claim 1 , wherein the second coating composition occupies a greater area than the first coating composition.4. The roll of claim 3 , wherein a ratio of an area of the second coating composition to an area of the first coating composition is at least 2:1.5. The roll of claim 1 , wherein the first peel adhesion is less than or equal to 2 Newtons per decimeter.6. The roll of claim 1 , wherein a ratio of the first peel adhesion to the second peel adhesion is in a range from 1:2 to 1:20.7. The roll of claim 1 , wherein the first coating composition forms at least one continuous strip extending along the length ...

FACADE STRUCTURE

A facade structure comprises a load-bearing underground, an insulating layer fastened to the load-bearing underground, said insulating layer being made of dimensionally-stable insulating panels with flat and supporting outer surfaces, and a tile covering which forms the outer skin of the facade structure and which comprises a plurality of tile elements fastened to the insulating layer by way of an adhesive, wherein the adhesive is designed to be elastic and is applied to the tile elements and/or the insulating layer in point or row-like fashion, and that spacers are disposed between the tile elements and the insulating layer, said spacers defining hollow interconnected spaces between the individual tile elements and the insulating layer. 1. A facade structure , comprising:a load-bearing underground;an insulating layer fastened to the load-bearing underground, said insulating layer being made of dimensionally-stable insulating panels with flat and supporting outer surfaces;a tile covering which forms the outer skin of the facade structure and which includes a plurality of tile elements fastened to the insulating layer by way of an adhesive; whereinthe adhesive is designed to be elastic and is applied to the tile elements and/or the insulating layer in point or row-like fashion, and that spacers are disposed between the tile elements and the insulating layer, said spacers defining hollow interconnected spaces between the individual tile elements and the insulating layer.2. The facade structure according to claim 1 , wherein the insulating panels are provided with a fabric or fleece coating on the front side and/or back side thereof.3. The facade structure according to claim 1 , wherein the insulating panels are provided with a vapour barrier on the front side and/or back side thereof.4. The facade structure according to claim 1 , further comprising butt joints located between adjacent insulating panels claim 1 , said butt joints being sealed water-tight.5. The facade ...

Water-Vapour Permeable Composite Parts

The invention relates to water-vapour permeable, flat composite parts consisting of at least two layers, at least one layer being made of a polyether-based thermoplastic polyurethane. The invention also relates to the use thereof. 1. A water vapour-permeable flat composite component comprising:(i) at least one layer not consisting of thermoplastic polyurethane; and(ii) at least one layer composed of polyether polyol-based thermoplastic polyurethane, wherein the layer (ii) consists of a thermoplastic polyurethane reaction product of the components consisting of:A) at least one organic diisocyanate;B) at least one component having in each case two hydroxyl groups and in each case a number-average molecular weight of 60 to 490 g/mol as chain extender; andC) a component consisting of one or more polyether polyols each having a number-average molecular weight of 500-5000 g/mol, of which at least one polyether polyol (C1) contains ethylene oxide units;wherein the molar ratio of NCO groups in A) to isocyanate-reactive groups in B) and C) is 0.9:1 to 1.2:1;wherein the content of ethylene oxide units in component C) is at least 5% and not more than 42% by weight, based on the total weight of component C), wherein the number-average functionality of component C) is 1.8 to 2.5, and wherein the content of ethylene oxide units (X in % by weight) in component C), relative to the molar ratio Y of chain extenders B) to component C), is below the value of X which arises from the formula X (% by weight)=7.7*Y+7.2. The flat composite component according to claim 1 , wherein the diisocyanate A) is selected from the group consisting of: diphenylmethane 4 claim 1 ,4′-diisocyanate claim 1 , isophorone diisocyanate claim 1 , hexamethylene 1 claim 1 ,6-diisocyanate claim 1 , naphthylene 1 claim 1 ,5-diisocyanate claim 1 , dicyclohexylmethane 4 claim 1 ,4′-diisocyanate claim 1 , and mixtures of any thereof.3. The flat composite component according to claim 1 , wherein the chain extender B) ...

BUILDING ASSEMBLY INCLUDING A WEATHER RESISTANT BARRIER, A SHEET FOR USE AS A WEATHER RESISTANT BARRIER, A LIQUID COATING COMPOSITION AND METHODS OF MAKING THE FOREGOING

A weather resistive barrier (WRB) for the exterior protection of building substrates can have a water vapor permeability that decreases with increasing temperature. In an embodiment, the WRB includes a coating comprising a LCST polymer, and may further include a second polymer. The WRB can be part of a building assembly, part of a sheet, or a sheet itself, the sheet having an air permeability of less than 0.02 L/(s m) at a pressure of 75 Pa. Furthermore a liquid coating composition can include a LCST polymer and a second polymer, wherein the liquid coating composition can be adapted that a solid coating formed by the liquid coating composition has an air permeability of less than 0.02 L/(s m) at a pressure of 75 Pa and a water vapor permeability that decreases with increasing temperature. 1. A building assembly comprising a building substrate and a weather resistive barrier (WRB) , the WRB having a water vapor permeability that decreases with increasing temperature in a temperature range from 5° C. to 60° C. at 75% relative humidity (RH).2. The building assembly of claim 1 , wherein the WRB comprises a coating including a lower critical solution temperature (LCST) polymer.3. The building assembly of claim 2 , wherein the coating further comprises a second polymer different from the LCST polymer.4. The building assembly of claim 2 , wherein the LCST polymer includes a hydroxyalkyl cellulose claim 2 , a poly(alkylacrylamide) claim 2 , a poly(vinyl methyl ether) claim 2 , a polyetheramine claim 2 , or any combination thereof.5. The building assembly of claim 4 , wherein the LCST polymer includes a hydroxypropylcellulose claim 4 , Poly(N-isopropylacrylamide) claim 4 , poly(N-(tert-butyl)acrylamide) claim 4 , a monoamine of a poly(ethylene propylene) copolymer claim 4 , or any combination thereof.6. The building assembly of claim 2 , wherein an amount of the LCST polymer in the coating is at least 0.5 wt % based on the total weight of the coating.7. The building assembly ...

Insulated reinforced foam sheathing, reinforced elastomeric vapor permeable air barrier foam panel and method of making and using same

The invention comprises a product. The product comprises a first foam panel having an edge, a first primary surface and an opposite second primary surface and a second foam panel having an edge, a first primary surface and an opposite second primary surface, wherein the first and second foam panels are disposed such that their edges are adjacent each other and define a joint therebetween. The product also comprises an elongate metal strip having a body portion and a projection extending outwardly from the body portion, the metal strip being disposed such that at least a portion of the projection is disposed in the joint between the foam panels and at least a portion of the body portion covers a portion of the second primary surface of the first foam panel and a portion of the second primary surface of the second foam panel. A method of making and using the composite panel is also disclosed.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MAKING A WATER DRAINAGE-PROMOTING WRAP

A method and apparatus for making a water drainage-promoting wrap for applications such as housewrap and roofing underlayment. A substrate, which may be breathable or non-breathable, is conveyed through a nip between a rotating sleeve and a roll, the sleeve having a plurality of apertures therein. A fluid resin composition is fed into the sleeve and is fed out through the apertures in the sleeve as it rotates and as the substrate moves through the nip, forming spaced-apart spacer elements on a face of the substrate. The spacer elements are then dried or cured. 115-. (canceled)16. A water drainage-promoting wrap comprising:a substrate having a first face, a second face, and a plurality of spaced-apart spacer elements on one of the first face and the second face;wherein the substrate is a membrane permeable to water vapor and substantially impermeable to liquid water and to air;wherein the spacer elements have a height of 0.5 mm or greater, a Shore A hardness greater than 90, and a tensile elongation less than 50%;wherein the spacer elements are configured to define a gap between one of the first face and the second face of the substrate and an exterior sheathing applied over the water drainage-promoting wrap for the drainage of water.17. The water drainage-promoting wrap of claim 16 , wherein the spacer elements comprise a base having a width of 2 mm or greater.18. The water drainage-promoting wrap of claim 16 , wherein the spacer elements are formed from a dried or cured fluid resin composition.19. The water drainage-promoting wrap of claim 18 , wherein the fluid resin composition comprises a solution or emulsion of a polymer resin.20. The water drainage-promoting wrap of claim 19 , wherein the fluid resin comprises one of silicone rubber claim 19 , a polyolefin claim 19 , polyvinyl chloride claim 19 , ethylene vinyl acetate claim 19 , and ethyl methyl acrylate.21. The water drainage-promoting wrap of claim 16 , wherein the substrate has a thickness between 3 mil ...

DRAINABLE WEATHER RESISTIVE BARRIER

Drainage promoting fabrics having commercial applications (e.g., housewrap) are provided. The drainage promoting fabric, according to certain embodiments of the invention, includes a weather resistive barrier having an outer surface, and a three-dimensional, non-uniform or non-continuous meltblown layer positioned on the outer surface of the weather resistive barrier. The meltblown layer may comprise meltblown shot, meltblown ropes, or both. 1. A drainage promoting fabric comprising:a weather resistive barrier having an outer surface; anda three-dimensional, non-uniform or non-continuous meltblown layer positioned on the outer surface of the weather resistive barrier, said meltblown layer comprising meltblown shot, meltblown ropes, or both.2. The drainage promoting fabric according to claim 1 , wherein the drainage promoting fabric comprises a drainage efficiency from about 90% to about 100%.3. The drainage promoting fabric according to claim 1 , wherein the drainage promoting fabric comprises a width from about 3 feet to about 10 feet.4. The drainage promoting fabric according to claim 1 , wherein the meltblown layer comprises at least one of a polypropylene claim 1 , an ethylene-propylene impact copolymer blend claim 1 , or any combination thereof.5. The drainage promoting fabric according to claim 1 , wherein the meltblown shot comprises irregularly shaped fibers claim 1 , wads claim 1 , or particles.6. The drainage promoting fabric according to claim 5 , wherein the meltblown shot claim 5 , the meltblown rope claim 5 , or both is randomly and irregularly distributed on the outer surface of the weather resistive barrier.7. The drainage promoting fabric according to claim 1 , wherein the meltblown layer comprises an average shot height claim 1 , rope height claim 1 , or both from about 0.1 mm to about 1.0 mm.8. The drainage promoting fabric according to claim 1 , wherein the meltblown layer comprises a basis weight from about 1 gsm to about 20 gsm.9. The drainage ...

Permeable water-resistive sloped roof underlayment/air barrier

The present invention relates to a water resistant, UV resistant, vapor permeable, air barrier roofing underlayment assembly for use on sloped roofs comprising a substrate of permeable polyester, a permeable copolymer acrylate coating bonded to the permeable polyester substrate and a pressure sensitive permeable copolymer adhesive secured to the permeable acrylate coating.

Water-Vapour Permeable Composite Parts

The invention relates to water-vapour permeable, flat composite parts consisting of at least two layers, at least one layer being made of a particular wax-containing thermoplastic polyurethane. The invention also relates to the use thereof. 1. A water vapour-permeable , flat composite component comprising at least two layers , wherein at least one layer comprises a thermoplastic polyurethane comprising a reaction product of component comprising:A) one or more organic diisocyanates;B) one or more components each having two hydroxyl groups and a number-average molecular weight of 60 to 490 g/mol as chain extenders;C) one or more linear aliphatic hydroxyl-terminated polyether polyols each having number-average molecular weights of 500 to 5000 g/mol and a number-average functionality of component C) of 1.8 to 2.5;wherein the molar ratio of the NCO groups in A) to the isocyanate-reactive groups in components B) and C) is 0.9:1 to 1.2:1;wherein the reaction is effected with addition of: i) maleic anhydride-grafted polyolefins;', 'ii) diesters of branched diols which may contain further hydroxyl groups with mixtures of linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated mono- and dicarboxylic acids;', 'iii) mixtures of salts of linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated monocarboxylic acids and diesters of linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated monocarboxylic acids with linear diols;', 'iv) reaction products of alkylenediamines, with 12-hydroxystearic acid; and', 'v) reaction products of alkylenediamines with 12-hydroxystearic acid and one or more linear fatty acids;, 'G) 0.02% to 3% by weight, based on the overall weight of the thermoplastic polyurethane, of at least one component selected from the group consisting ofand wherein the water vapour permeability of the layer of the thermoplastic polyurethane decreases by not more than 10% after ageing at 70° C. over 24 hours.2. The flat composite component according to claim 1 , wherein the diisocyanate A) is selected from ...

Safety Band Longitudinal and Transverse Control

This invention provides fall protection systems comprising a suspension fabric, supported by a grid-work of longitudinal and lateral bands, in metal building construction. The fall protection system uses safety clips to attach lateral bands to intermediate purlins, and also provides novel attachments of the lateral bands to eaves and ridges whereby the respective eave and/or the ridge absorbs an enhanced portion of the force of impact when an object falls onto the fall protection system. The invention further provides methods of installing such systems, and buildings embodying such systems. 144-. (canceled)46. A fall protection system as in wherein said first band is attached to said building only at said first and second end portions.47. A fall protection system as in claim 45 , said given purlin having a top flange claim 45 , a bottom flange claim 45 , and a web extending between said top flange and said bottom flange claim 45 , and wherein said first band is supported proximate claim 45 , and spaced from claim 45 , said bottom flange of said given purlin.48. A fall protection system as in claim 45 , said first band claim 45 , when in a generally horizontally-extending orientation claim 45 , having a generally horizontally-extending length claim 45 , a generally horizontally-extending width claim 45 , and a generally vertically-extending thickness claim 45 , a safety clip being attached to a bottom flange of said given intermediate purlins claim 45 , said safety clip claim 45 , either alone or in combination with said given intermediate purlin claim 45 , defining an opening at or adjacent said given intermediate purlin claim 45 , said first band extending through such opening claim 45 , said first band being restrained against lateral movement by said safety clip at sides of such opening claim 45 , and being restrained against downward movement by said safety clip at a bottom of such opening claim 45 , said safety clip accommodating generally unrestricted ...

ENERGY EFFICIENT REFRIGERATED ROOM WITH OPTIONALLY ASSOCIATED GEOTHERMAL EARTH LOOP SYSTEM

A cooling and heating system may include a first heat exchange loop and a second heat exchange loop. The first heat exchange loop may include a first heat transfer fluid contained in a first pipe loop effective for passing the first heat transfer fluid between a set of functional elements remote from each other. The first pipe loop optionally includes an underground portion extending into the ground to a depth of at least 5 feet. The first heat exchange loop may also include a chiller effective for providing refrigerated air to a refrigerated space, with the first chiller using the first heat transfer fluid to cool air for the refrigerated space. The first heat exchange loop may also include a manifold for selectively directing heat transfer fluid from said the chiller to one or more remote functional elements. The first heat exchange loop may also include a heat pump effective for receiving the first heat transfer fluid and for using the first heat transfer fluid to warm air for a living or working space when heating is desired for the living/working space, and additionally effective for using a second heat transfer fluid to cool air for a living or working space when cooling is desired for the living/working space. The first heat exchange loop may also include a water heater that uses the first heat transfer fluid to transfer heat to a first fluid differing in composition from said heat transfer fluid. The second heat exchange loop may have a second heat transfer fluid contained in a second pipe loop effective for passing the second heat transfer fluid between an underground portion and the heat pump of the first heat exchange system, with the second pipe loop optionally including an underground portion extending into the ground to a depth of at least 5 feet. The system may include valves for selectively controlling the flow of the first and second heat transfer fluids to and from the first heat pump such that heat transfer fluid may be directed to or from the ...

INSULATING FLOOR UNDERLAYMENT

A flooring material having a textile pad substructure with a density of greater than 10 pounds per cubic foot is provided. The textile pad has reinforcement and binding fibers. The binding fibers are thermoplastic and are used to bind the reinforcement fibers together. The pad is created by heating and compressing a fibrous textile batt so that it has a density of greater than 13 pounds per cubic foot. 1. A floor structure consisting of:a wood based laminate;an insulator layer disposed adjacent to wood based laminate, the insulator layer consisting of an insulative pad and a co-extruded polyethylene vapor barrier bonded to the insulative pad, the insulative pad having a density of greater than about 10.0 pounds per cubic foot, said insulative pad consisting of a fibrous web layer comprising reinforcement fibers distributed substantially randomly, said reinforcement fibers being interlocked, wherein after the insulative pad material is compressed to 75% of its original thickness during a compression set test, the insulative pad material is then capable of returning to more than 80% of its original thickness and has a compression resistance at a compression of 25% of the original thickness of greater than about 20 psi.2. The floor structure according to further comprising binder fibers selected from the group consisting of polyethylene claim 1 , polyester claim 1 , polypropylene claim 1 , and mixtures thereof.3. The floor structure according to wherein the insulative pad has a density of about 18.9 pounds per cubic foot.4. The floor structure according to wherein the insulative pad is about 3/32 inch thick.5. The floor structure according to wherein the insulative pad has a compression resistance at 50% of the original thickness of greater than about 180 psi.6. The floor structure according to further comprising an adhesive layer disposed between the insulative pad and the vapor barrier.7. A floor structure consisting of:a wood based laminate;an insulator layer ...

EXTRUDED MAT

A drainage component having a continuous, extruded mat having an upper face and a lower face. The mat includes a plurality of patterned three-dimensional structures, each structure spaced from all adjacent structures, and the plurality of patterned three-dimensional structures are provided in a plurality of linear rows or columns in a first direction. 1. A drainage component , comprising:a continuous, extruded mat having an upper face and a lower face,wherein the mat comprises a plurality of patterned three-dimensional structures, each structure spaced from all adjacent structures, andwherein the plurality of patterned three-dimensional structures are provided in a plurality of linear rows or columns in a first direction, but three-dimensional structures of adjacent ones of the linear rows or columns in the first direction are offset from each other in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction.2. The drainage component according to claim 1 , further comprising a fabric sheet adhered to at least one of the lower face and the upper face of the mat.3. The drainage component according to claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of patterned three-dimensional structures have an indentation at a substantially center portion of the respective patterned three-dimensional structure claim 1 , the indentation protruding from the upper face of the mat toward the lower face of the mat.4. The drainage component according to claim 3 , further comprising a fabric sheet adhered to at least one of the lower face and the upper face of the mat.5. The drainage component according to claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of patterned three-dimensional structures are six sided.6. The drainage component according to claim 1 , wherein the spaces between adjacent ones of the patterned three-dimensional structures include a network of polymeric filaments having a higher density than those comprising the patterned three-dimensional structures.7. The drainage component according ...

Floor underlayment

The invention relates to a floor underlayment comprising a first layer, a second layer, and an inner layer between the first layer and the second layer, wherein the inner layer has one layer of foam beads, and the floor underlayment has a thickness from 0.8 mm to 1.5 mm. The invention further relates to a method for manufacturing a floor underlayment, a flooring system and a use of a floor underlayment. 1. A floor underlayment comprising:a first layer,a second layer, andan inner layer between the first layer and the second layer,whereinthe inner layer has one layer of foam beads, andthe floor underlayment has a thickness from 0.8 mm to 1.5 mm, preferably from 1.0 mm to 1.3 mm.2. The floor underlayment according to claim 1 , whereinat least one of the first layer and the second layer is a plastic film layer, and/orthe floor underlayment comprises at least one adhesive layer between the first layer and the second layer, and/orthe foam beads are expanded polystyrene (EPS) beads.3. The floor underlayment according to claim 1 , wherein{'sup': 3', '3, 'the foam beads have a density of equal to or more than 28 kg/m, preferably equal to or more than 30 kg/mand/or'}{'sup': 3', '3, 'the foam beads have a density of equal to or less than 41 kg/m, preferably equal to or less than 39 kg/m,'}4. The floor underlayment according to claim 1 , wherein the foam beads have a diameter of less than 1.3 mm claim 1 , preferably equal to or less than 1.1 mm.5. The floor underlayment according to claim 4 , wherein at least 90 wt. % of the foam beads have a diameter in a range between 0.95 mm and 1.3 mm claim 4 , preferably at least 95 wt. % of the foam beads have a diameter in a range between 0.95 mm and 1.1 mm.6. The floor underlayment according to claim 1 , wherein a compressive strength of the floor underlayment is equal to or more than 150 kPa.7. The floor underlayment according to claim 1 , wherein the number of the foam beads is in a range between 300000 pieces/mand 800000 pieces/m.8. ...

HOUSE WRAP & METHOD OF MANUFACTURE

A continuous, serpentine and intersecting pattern of filaments is provided on a surface of a house wrap membrane. Water drainage channels may be provided by depressions or viaducts formed at locations along filaments. The filaments may be formed using hot melt nozzles disposed on a member and translated transversely as the membrane is translated longitudinally beneath the nozzles. 1. A method of making a house wrap , comprising:disposing a membrane having a beginning, an end, a first side extending between the beginning and the end, and a second side, opposite of the first side, the second side extending between the beginning and the end, and the beginning, the first side, the end and the second side defining a perimeter, a direction defined along the first side extending from the end to the beginning being defined as a longitudinal direction, the perimeter defining a surface area of the membrane, and the surface area of the membrane comprises a top surface and a bottom surface, opposite of the top surface, having the top surface facing upward;depositing a polymer strand of a hot melt polymer onto the top surface of the membrane from a hot melt nozzle or nozzles disposed above the top surface while disposing the top surface of the membrane in the longitudinal directions relative to the hot melt nozzle or nozzles;controlling, positionally and temporally, the depositing of hot melt polymer from the hot melt nozzle or nozzles such that a plurality of wavy, intersecting and raised polymer strands are deposited onto the top surface of the membrane in a pattern, wherein each of the plurality of, wavy, intersecting and raised polymer strands extends continuously between a first side of the membrane and a second side of the membrane, at a first angle, such that an initial portion of one of the plurality of, wavy, intersecting and raised polymer strands nearest to the first side of the membrane is at a distance from the end of the membrane greater than a portion of another ...

System and method for wall panel trim installation

There is disclosed a system and method for wall panel trim installation. In an embodiment, the system comprises a plurality of horizontal and vertical trim profiles having a back plate adapted to receive a top cap within a bracket, the bracket including a mounting base and walls extending up from either side of the base; and at least one flange formed on the walls and extending outwardly, the at least one flange including a shallow channel; wherein, upon receiving the top cap within the bracket, the at least one flange forming the shallow channel and a portion of the top cap secure an edge of a wall panel therebetween. In an embodiment, the shallow channel formed within the at least one flange is adapted to receive an adhesive or sealant. The top cap is partially received within the bracket such that a clearance is formed between a bottom of the mounting base and a bottom of the top cap. Back plate and top cap pairs allow installation of wall panels placed into position without fasteners.

MODULAR BUILDING CONSTRUCTION SYSTEM AND METHOD

A building construction system of includes a prefinished exterior weather-tight insulating skin (panel), a cavity and structural zone where electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, data/audio systems can run freely and be modified, and a prefinished interior wall panel which is easily removable allowing access to the cavity and structural zone. The exterior and interior panels are mounted to structural components and create the cavity therebetween. 1. An interior panel for mounting as an individual unit to at least one associated vertical support surface , the interior panel including a finished interior surface , a panel surface with an upward-facing channel leg configured to slide under an adjacent associated interior panel mounted above , and a downward-facing projection and a reinforcing strut defining therebetween a recess configured to receive an upward-facing channel leg of an adjacent associated interior panel mounted below , the reinforcing strut spacing a rear surface of the interior panel opposite the finished interior surface from the vertical support surface , and the portion of the reinforcing strut defining the recess configured to space a rear surface of the associated adjacent interior panel mounted below from the vertical support surface;whereby a plurality of interior panels can be mounted to the vertical support surface from the top down and removed from the vertical support surface from the bottom up.2. The interior panel of claim 1 , wherein the reinforcing strut extends continuously along a width of the interior panel.3. The interior panel of claim 1 , wherein the reinforcing strut is tubular.4. The interior panel of claim 3 , wherein the reinforcing strut is hollow.5. The interior panel of claim 4 , wherein the reinforcing strut has a rectangular cross-sectional shape.6. The interior panel of claim 5 , wherein a long side of the rectangular cross-sectional shape abuts the rear surface of the interior panel.7. The interior panel of claim 1 , ...

LIQUID APPLIED ROOFING SYSTEM WITH IMPROVED MOISTURE BARRIER LAYER

A water barrier system to protect a roof surface from environmental conditions is disclosed. In one embodiment, the water barrier system includes an underlayment layer and a liquid applied coating. In use, the underlayment is coupled to the roof surface. Thereafter, the liquid coating is applied to the underlayment to form a barrier layer. The underlayment may be manufactured from a porous material so that the liquid applied coating is at least partially absorbed by the porous underlayment. In this manner, direct application of the liquid coating to the roof surface is eliminated. In one embodiment, the underlayment may be provided with a load bearing component/layer and a coating absorbing component/layer. For flat roof applications, the load bearing component/layer may be provided with increased rigidity for dimensional and installation stability. Meanwhile, for roof penetration applications, the load bearing component/layer may be provided with increased elasticity to enable the underlayment to wrap about the penetration. 1. A water barrier system comprising:a porous layer fastened to a roof surface; anda solidified liquid coating applied to the porous layer;wherein the water barrier system is characterized by an elongation of 2-50%, a tensile strength in the machine direction of 450-11,000 psi, and a tensile strength in the cross machine direction of 800-12,500 psi.2. The water barrier system of claim 1 , wherein the solidified liquid coating is at least partially absorbed by the porous layer.3. The water barrier system of claim 1 , wherein the porous layer includes an adhesive surface configured for coupling to the roof surface.4. The water barrier system of claim 1 , wherein the porous layer is characterized by a thickness of 3-100 mils.5. The water barrier system of claim 1 , wherein the solidified liquid coating is characterized by a thickness of 5-200 mils.6. The water barrier system of claim 5 , wherein the solidified liquid coating is characterized by a ...

SELF-SEALING ARTICLES INCLUDING ELASTIC POROUS LAYER

There is provided a self-sealing article comprising a polymeric layer disposed on and covering a first major surface of an elastic porous layer, wherein the article passes Modified Test 1 of ASTM D-1970/D-1970M-13 or Modified Test 2 of ASTM D-1970/D-1970M-13, or Modified Test 3 of ASTM D-1970/D-1970M-13, and further wherein the self-sealing article is water vapor permeable and an air and water barrier. There is also provided a linered version of the self-sealing article in which a liner is disposed on a major surface of the polymeric layer opposite the first major surface of the elastic porous layer. 1. A self-sealing article comprising a polymeric layer disposed on and covering a first major surface of an elastic porous layer , wherein the article passes Modified Test 1 of ASTM D-1970/D-1970M-13 , Modified Test 2 of ASTM D-1970/D-1970M-13 , or Modified Test 3 of ASTM D-1970/D-1970M-13 , and wherein the self-sealing article is water vapor permeable and an air and water barrier.2. The self-sealing article of claim 1 , further comprising an adhesive layer disposed on a major surface of the elastic porous layer opposite the polymeric layer.3. The self-sealing article of claim 1 , further comprising a further porous layer disposed between the polymeric layer and the elastic porous layer claim 1 , or disposed on a major surface of the elastic porous layer opposite the polymeric layer.4. The self-sealing article of claim 3 , wherein the further porous layer is disposed on the major surface of the elastic porous layer opposite the polymeric layer claim 3 , and wherein the self-sealing article further comprises an adhesive layer disposed on a major surface of the further porous layer opposite the elastic porous layer.5. The self-sealing article of claim 1 , wherein the self-sealing article has a vapor transmission rate of greater than or equal to 1 perms.6. The self-sealing article of claim 1 , wherein the elastic porous layer comprises at least one of a plurality of ...

Insulation-Retaining Sheet Having Integral Vapor-Retarding Membrane

The present disclosure relates generally to an insulation-retaining sheet, e.g., for blown-in insulation, that includes an integral vapor-retarding membrane. In one aspect, the disclosure provides an insulation-retaining sheet including a sheet of mesh having an air permeability of at least 200 cfm per square foot; and one or more strips of vapor-retarding membrane, the one or more strips of vapor-retarding membrane being laminated to the sheet of mesh, the first side edge each of the strips of vapor-retarding membrane extending to the first side edge of the sheet of mesh, the second side edge each of the strips of vapor-retarding membrane extending to the second side edge of the sheet of mesh, wherein the insulation-retaining sheet has a plurality of open zones extending laterally from the first side edge of the sheet of mesh to the second side edge of the sheet of mesh in which no vapor-retarding membrane is laminated to the mesh. 1. An insulation-retaining sheet having a top edge and an opposed bottom edge , and a first side edge and an opposed second side edge , the insulation-retaining sheet comprising:a sheet of mesh having an air permeability of at least 200 cfm per square foot, a top edge and an opposed bottom edge, and a first side edge and an opposed second side edge; andone or more strips of vapor-retarding membrane, each of the one or more strips of vapor retarding membrane each having a top edge and an opposed bottom edge, and a first side edge and an opposed second side edge, the one or more strips of vapor-retarding membrane being laminated to the sheet of mesh, the first side edge each of the strips of vapor-retarding membrane extending to the first side edge of the sheet of mesh, the second side edge each of the strips of vapor-retarding membrane extending to the second side edge of the sheet of mesh,wherein the insulation-retaining sheet has a plurality of open zones extending laterally from the first side edge of the sheet of mesh to the second ...

Air and water barrier article with porous layer and liner

There is provided an article that includes a polymeric layer disposed on and covering a first major surface of an porous layer, an adhesive layer disposed on a second major surface of the elastic layer opposite the polymeric layer; and a liner disposed on a major surface of the polymeric layer opposite the first major surface of the elastic layer. The polymeric layer and the porous layer together form an air and water barrier that is water vapor permeable. The liner is water vapor impermeable. In a preferred embodiment the polymeric layer comprises a polyoxyalkylene polymer having at least one end group derived from an alkoxy silane. A method of applying the article to a surface of a building component is also provided.

Façade structure

A method for manufacturing a facade structure includes fastening to a load-bearing underground of a facade a dimensionally stable insulating layer having a supporting outer surface. Spacers of the same height are fastened to the insulating layer such that the spacers protrude outward from the insulating layer. An elastic adhesive is applied at points and/or as rows onto the insulating layer and/or the tile elements in areas in which no spacers are disposed, the height of the applied adhesive being greater than the height of the spacers. The tile elements are adhered to the insulating layer by pressing the tile elements against the spacers, whereby hollow spaces remain between the tile elements and the insulating layer due to the point-like and/or rows of applied adhesive.

Wall Construction

A wall construction has a number of spaced upright channel-shaped studs and a number of concrete panels that form an exterior wall. The lower end of the studs are mounted on a concrete foundation member, and are provided with respective lower plates that enable moisture to drain away from the from the lower ends of the studs. 1. A wall construction comprising:a plurality of spaced apart, upright channel-shaped studs and a plurality of panels, the panels having rear faces having at least one outwardly projecting tie member extending therefrom, the tie members of the panels extending into the studs, the studs each have a respective lower end, an outer face facing the panels and an opposite inner face facing away from the panels, the lower ends of the studs being mounted on a foundation member, and the lower ends of the studs being provided with respective lower plates, each plate having an intermediate section disposed below the stud, an inner upright section extending generally in engagement with the inner face of the stud, and an outer downwardly extending section adjacent to the rear face of at least one of the panels, such that moisture may drain away from the lower ends of the studs in use.2. The wall construction of wherein the lower plates are each a respective portion of a one-piece member.3. The wall construction of wherein the one-piece member has a “Z” shaped cross section.4. The wall construction of wherein the one piece member has an inner upright section extending generally in engagement with the inner faces of the studs claim 3 , an intermediate section below the studs claim 3 , and an outer upright section adjacent to rear faces of the panels claim 3 , the intermediate section transverse to the inner and outer upright sections.5. The wall construction of wherein the lower end of each stud is mechanically attached or welded to the one-piece member.6. The wall construction of wherein the one-piece member is mechanically fastened or chemically fastened to ...

RAINPROOF CURTAIN WALL, ASSEMBLY FOR FABRICATING THE SAME, AND WATERPROOF MOISTURE-PERMEABLE ROLL MATERIAL HAVING THE SAME

The present application discloses a rainproof curtain wall, an assembly for fabricating the same, and a waterproof moisture-permeable roll material having the same. The rainproof curtain wall includes an inner lining layer, a plurality of resilient bumps arrayed on a side of the inner lining layer, and a surface layer provided on a side of the resilient bumps departing from the inner lining layer. The present application can provide good effects of drainage and ventilation, reduce the costs of materials and man power, save the cost of construction and prolong the service life of a building.

Composite film

The invention relates to a composite film (1), preferably intended for use in the construction industry and/or preferably for use as a construction film, having at least one functional layer (2), at least one outer protective layer (3) and at least one inner protective layer (4), the functional layer (2) being arranged between the outer protective layer (3) and the inner protective layer (4). According to the invention, it is provided that the functional layer (2) is formed as at least a single-layer membrane layer, that the outer protective layer (3) is formed as a nonwoven layer comprising polyolefin and the inner protective layer (4) is formed as a nonwoven layer comprising polyester.

MODULAR BUILDING CONSTRUCTION SYSTEM AND METHOD

A building construction system of includes a prefinished exterior weather-tight insulating skin (panel), a cavity and structural zone where electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, data/audio systems can run freely and be modified, and a prefinished interior wall panel which is easily removable allowing access to the cavity and structural zone. The exterior and interior panels are mounted to structural components and create the cavity therebetween. 1. An interior partition wall structure comprising:a first wall panel having a finished surface;a first vertical support having first and second ends, the first vertical support being securable to a horizontal surface of an associated building;a first partition divider secured to the first vertical support, the first partition divider having a first outer surface on at least one side thereof and at least one rabbet adjacent the first outer surface, the at least one rabbit including a recessed wall panel support surface;wherein a first edge of the first wall panel is mounted to the wall panel support surface such that the finished surface of the first wall panel and the first outer surface of the first partition divider form a portion of a first finished wall surface of the interior partition wall structure.2. The interior partition wall structure of claim 1 , further comprising a second vertical support having first and second ends claim 1 , the first vertical support being securable to a horizontal surface of an associated building in spaced relation to the first vertical support; anda second partition divider secured to the second vertical support, the second partition divider having a first outer surface on at least one side thereof and a first rabbet adjacent the first outer surface, the first rabbit including a recessed wall panel support surface;wherein a second edge of the first wall panel is mounted to the wall panel support surface of the second partition divider such that the finished surface of the first wall ...

ELECTRICAL BOX MOUNTING STRUCTURE PREVENTIVE OF WATER INGRESS

An electrical unit mounting assembly, having a top, bottom, back and front, and including a partial enclosure, made of insulating material, defining a cavity having a mouth at its front and defining a through-hole leading to the cavity, at its back and a panel extending outwardly from the mouth, for at least 4 cm and having a front surface. In greater detail, the assembly is oriented in an upright manner so that its top is topmost, the through-hole is constructed so that liquid cannot be driven by gravity from inside the cavity, through the through-hole and wherein the front surface of the panel includes raised surfaces defining down channels to prevent a foreign surface from blocking liquid-flow down the down-channels. 1. An electrical unit mounting assembly , having a top , bottom , back and front , and comprising:a partial enclosure, made of insulating material, defining a cavity having a mouth at its front and defining a single set of through-holes leading to said cavity, at its back;a panel extending outwardly from said mouth, for at least 4 cm and having a front surface; andwherein, when said assembly is oriented in an upright manner so that its top is topmost, said single set of through-holes is constructed so that liquid cannot be driven by gravity from inside said cavity, through any one of said single set of through-holes and wherein said front surface of said panel includes raised surfaces defining down channels to prevent a foreign surface from blocking liquid-flow down said down-channels.2. The electrical unit mounting assembly of claim 1 , wherein said cavity is in the form of a rectangle claim 1 , covering an area of between 15 cmand 120 cm.3. The electrical unit mounting assembly of claim 2 , wherein said rectangle has rounded sides.4. The electrical unit mounting assembly of claim 1 , wherein said panel bears an indicator on its front surface indicating a preferred vertical orientation.5. The electrical unit mounting assembly of claim 1 , further ...

INSULATED REINFORCED FOAM SHEATHING, REINFORCED VAPOR PERMEABLE AIR BARRIER FOAM PANEL AND METHOD OF MAKING AND USING SAME

The invention comprises a product. The product comprises a composite panel comprising a foam insulating panel having a first primary surface and an opposite second primary surface, and a first layer of a polymeric elastomeric material on the first primary surface such that at least a portion of a first layer of reinforcing material is at least partially embedded in the polymeric elastomeric material. The composite panel also comprises a fastener for attaching the composite panel to a framing structure, wherein the fastener comprises a washer and wherein at least a portion of the first layer of a polymeric elastomeric material and the first layer of reinforcing material are disposed between the washer and the first primary surface. A method of making and using the composite panel is also disclosed. 120-. (canceled)21. A method of insulating a framing structure comprising: a foam insulating panel having a first primary surface and an opposite second primary surface, wherein the first primary surface defines a single plane;', 'a first layer of a vapor permeable polymeric elastomeric material substantially covering the single plane of the first primary surface; and', 'a first layer of porous reinforcing material defining a single plane disposed on the single plane of the first primary surface of the foam insulating panel, wherein the first layer of porous reinforcing material is at least partially embedded in the vapor permeable polymeric elastomeric material., 'attaching a composite panel to the framing structure, the composite panel comprising22. The method of insulating a wall structure of further comprising a layer of wood or plywood disposed between the composite panel and the framing structure.23. The method of insulating a framing structure of further comprising a second layer of vapor permeable polymeric elastomeric material on the second primary surface such that at least a portion of a second layer of porous reinforcing material is at least partially embedded ...

INSULATED REINFORCED FOAM SHEATHING, REINFORCED VAPOR PERMEABLE AIR BARRIER FOAM PANEL AND METHOD OF MAKING AND USING SAME

The invention comprises a product. The product comprises a composite panel comprising a foam insulating panel having a first primary surface and an opposite second primary surface, and a first layer of a polymeric elastomeric material on the first primary surface such that at least a portion of a first layer of reinforcing material is at least partially embedded in the polymeric elastomeric material. The composite panel also comprises a fastener for attaching the composite panel to a framing structure, wherein the fastener comprises a washer and wherein at least a portion of the first layer of a polymeric elastomeric material and the first layer of reinforcing material are disposed between the washer and the first primary surface. A method of making and using the composite panel is also disclosed. 120-. (canceled)21. An insulated sheathing product comprising:a foam insulating panel having a first primary surface and an opposite second primary surface, wherein the first primary surface defines a single plane;a first layer of a water-resistant, vapor permeable polymeric material substantially covering the single plane of the first primary surface, wherein the first layer of water-resistant, vapor permeable polymeric material has an elongation factor of approximately 100% to approximately 1,000%, a water vapor transmission rating of at least 1 perm and an air permeance of less than 0.004 cfm/sq. ft. under a pressure differential of 0.3 inches of water, whereby the first layer of water-resistant, vapor permeable polymeric material provides a water-resistant, vapor permeable air barrier; anda first layer of porous reinforcing material defining a single plane disposed on the single plane of the first primary surface of the foam insulating panel, wherein the first layer of porous reinforcing material is at least partially embedded in the first layer of water-resistant, vapor permeable polymeric material.22. The insulated sheathing product of further comprising:a second ...

BUILDING ENVELOPE ASSEMBLY INCLUDING MOISTURE TRANSPORTATION FEATURE

A building envelope assembly including a first structural wall frame, a flexible sheet, a drain assembly, and a seal. The flexible sheet is disposed along a surface of the first structural wall frame. The flexible sheet configured to transport moisture along two opposing surfaces. The flexible sheet includes an upper portion and a bottom portion having a moisture wicking sheet. The drain assembly is configured to receive moisture from the flexible sheet. The seal is attached to the bottom portion of the flexible sheet and is configured to prevent ingress of water, water vapor, and air toward the upper portion of the flexible sheet. 1. A building envelope assembly comprising:a first structural wall frame;a flexible sheet disposed along an interior surface of the first structural wall frame, the flexible sheet configured to transport moisture along two opposing surfaces, the flexible sheet including an upper portion and a bottom portion having a moisture wicking sheet;a drain assembly configured to receive moisture from the flexible sheet; anda seal attached to the bottom portion of the flexible sheet and configured to prevent ingress of water, water vapor, and air toward the upper portion of the flexible sheet.2. The building envelope assembly of claim 1 , wherein the drain assembly comprises a sealing cavity claim 1 , a transfer cavity claim 1 , and a drain cavity.3. The building envelope assembly of claim 2 , wherein the seal is disposed within the sealing cavity on opposing sides of the flexible sheet.4. The building envelope assembly of claim 2 , wherein the flexible sheet terminates within the transfer cavity.5. The building envelope assembly of claim 1 , wherein the drain assembly includes a removable top member.6. The building envelope assembly of comprising:a second wall frame parallel to the first structural wall frame; andan insulation layer disposed between second wall frame and the flexible sheet.7. The building envelope assembly of comprising:a top cap ...

Self-Sealing Fasteners, Building Panels, Systems, and Methods

Self-sealing fasteners and associated building panels, systems, and methods are provided. In one aspect, a fastener includes an elongated fastener body with an external surface extending between the first end and the second end, and a coating material disposed on at least a portion the external surface. In another aspect, a fastener includes an elongated fastener body with an external surface extending between the first end and the second end, and a polymer annulus surrounding at least a portion of the external surface of the of the elongated fastener body at or adjacent the head of the fastener. 1. A building panel , comprising:a panel core having a first surface and a second opposed surface;a mat associated with the first surface of the panel core, and forming an external surface of the panel; anda plurality of dots of a coating material disposed in a grid on the external surface of the panel, wherein the grid comprises columns of dots equidistantly spaced,wherein the coating material comprises a polyurethane, polyamide, or ethylene-vinyl acetate.2. The building panel of claim 1 , wherein the coating material has a tack such that the coating material will not block an adjacent panel.3. The building panel of claim 1 , wherein the building panel is a gypsum panel in which the panel core comprises gypsum and the mat is a fiberglass mat claim 1 , wherein gypsum of the gypsum core penetrates a remaining portion of the first fiberglass mat such that voids in the first fiberglass mat are substantially eliminated.4. The building panel of claim 1 , wherein the coating material is present in an amount of from 0.0001 lb/ftto 0.0025 lb/ft.5. The building panel of claim 1 , wherein each dot of the plurality of dots contains the coating material in an amount of from about 0.05 g to about 0.5 g.6. The building panel of claim 1 , wherein each dot of the plurality of dots contains the coating material in an amount of from about 0.05 g to about 0.2 g.7. The building panel of claim ...

INTEGRAL WEATHER BARRIER PANELS

The present invention provides a panel sheathing for making wall and roof structures in which the panels (e.g., wood boards, oriented strand boards, plywood, etc.) are pre-coated at a factory, before installation at the building/construction site, using a polymeric barrier coating having specific water permeability, self-sealing properties with respect to penetrated metal fasteners (e.g., nails) in accordance with ASTM D7349 (modified using 1.5-5.0 inches water depth in hydrostatic head testing over sample of coated panel in which a steel nail is driven to within ⅛ inches of being flush with the panel and conditioning the test specimen for 24 hours at 23° C. prior to hydrostatic loading), as well as anti-blocking properties whereby the coated panels can be transported in stacked configuration without sticking or disintegration of the polymeric barrier coating. The coated panels do not require the use at the installation site of felt paper, house wrap, or additional applied barrier coating to provide excellent weather barrier properties. The present invention also provides methods for constructing the panel sheathing structure as well as for making the coated panels. 1. A panel-based sheathing system for sheathing a wall or roof structure at a building site , the sheathing system comprising:at least two adjacent coated panels comprising a material chosen from wood, plywood, oriented strand board, or a combination thereof, and having an outer surface and an inner surface connected by four transverse edges, and at least one transverse edge extending between the at least two adjacent coated panels, whereby at least the outer surface of the at least two adjacent coated panels contains a polymeric barrier coating comprising at least one polymer or copolymer chosen from a polyurea, an ABA block copolymer comprising polymethylmethacrylate/polybutyl acrylate/polymethyl-methacrylate, a blend of hot melt polyamide with the ABA block copolymer, a UV cured acrylic, and said ...

HIGH THERMAL RESISTANCE AND PERMEANCE INSULATION MATERIAL

A low-emittance material having improved energy efficiency protection against air infiltration and moisture build-up in buildings is disclosed. The aforementioned low-emittance material utilizes existing framing openings or without increasing the wall profile of a building. The present invention provides a low-emittance material which may be implemented on traditional 2×4 framing having R-15 mass insulation material within existing or newly constructed framing cavities. The material of the present invention also meets requirements for serving as a water resistive barrier as defined by ICC AC38. 125-. (canceled)26. A reflective insulation , comprising:a first layer and a second layer;the first layer being a reflective layer that reflects radiant heat; andthe second layer being an insulating layer having a side adjoined to the first layer by flame lamination or heat roller lamination to bond directly or indirectly the first layer and the second layer together.27. The reflective insulation of claim 26 , further comprising a third layer being a reflective layer that reflects radiant heat claim 26 , where another side of the second layer is adjoined to the third layer by flame lamination or heat roller lamination.28. The reflective insulation of claim 26 , further comprising a third layer including a polyolefin claim 26 , where another side of the second layer is adjoined to the third layer by flame lamination or heat roller lamination.29. The reflective insulation of claim 27 , wherein the third layer includes polyethylene.30. The reflective insulation of claim 28 , further comprising a plurality of perforations through both the first layer and through the second layer claim 28 , the perforations providing the reflective insulation to have a permeance and water vapor transmission between about 5 to about 20 perm.31. The reflective insulation of claim 30 , where the perforations are formed from punchers having a diameter to prevent the perforations from resealing.32. The ...

Web Frame

The web frame is a bonded assembly of panels and porous blanket layers, separated by an arrangement of isolated spacers. The panels and spacers are covered with a bonding means. A coating covers inner surfaces of the panels and spacers. The porous blanket is compressed and pinned between these panels, by spacers that are arranged as isolated nodes or columns The spacers have sharpened ends that penetrate the blanket and connect with the opposing panel. The web frame assembly provides thermal and sound insulation for buildings and other solid objects. These web frames are lightweight, durable, and permeable. Capillaries and passages throughout the panels and fibres of the blanket allow passage of moisture and air, thereby assisting in the management of condensation within the web frame. 138-. (canceled)39. A web frame , being an assembly of stacked , bonded materials , the web frame comprising:an inner panel having an inner surface and an outer surface;an opposing panel disposed parallel to and apart from the inner panel to form a open space therebetween, the opposing panel having an inward surface adjacent the open space;a plurality of spacers in the open space between the inner panel and the opposing panel to maintain the open space therebetween;a first surface covering bonded to the inner surface of the inner panel; anda second surface covering bonded to the inward surface of the opposing panel.40. The web frame according to claim 39 , wherein the opposing panel is an outer panel claim 39 , the outer panel is made from a resilient claim 39 , durable material.41. The web frame according to claim 39 , wherein the opposing panel is an inner panel of an adjacent web frame claim 39 , wherein the inner panel is made from a resilient claim 39 , flexible claim 39 , durable material.42. The web frame according to claim 39 , wherein the plurality of spacers are integral with the inner panel and are covered by and bonded to the first surface covering.43. The web frame ...