[Greenbuilding] Vacuum insulation panels...

Corwyn corwyn at midcoast.com
Wed Nov 2 12:33:36 CDT 2011


On 11/2/2011 10:40 AM, Gordon Howell -- Howell Mayhew Engineering wrote:
> VIPs could be a real game-changer
> with respect to net-zero energy homes and buildings.

They have a greater insulation value PER INCH of thickness.  That is 
all.  Useful in those few applications where volume is at an extreme 
premium.  Otherwise it needs to compete with other insulation on an 
R-value/$ basis.  Or on a R-value/ecological harm basis.

Thank You Kindly,

Corwyn




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