Optimal Design for Node Construction – The considerable thermal insulation of the walls of the building accentuates the relative impact of losses by the construction nodes if not correctly studied and implemented.
It is therefore important to create thermally acceptable construction nodes (according to the PEB standard) ensuring the continuity of the insulating layer.
This continuity will be achieved by:
1. or, the direct junction of the insulating layers of the walls that meet (PEB – basic rule 1) ;
2. or, the interposition of insulating elements where such direct junction is not possible (PEB – basic rule 2) ;
3.or, the extension of the path of least thermal resistance when none of the above solutions are applicable (PEB – basic rule 3).
We will remain attentive to this:
- the perfect stability of the building is ensured;
- air and water tightness is maintained
- the risks of internal condensation are controlled.
Optimal Design for Node Construction: examples
Hollow walls
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Isolation from the outside
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Insulation from the inside
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