High Concrete Group LLC has introduced ThinCast, the thinnest precast concrete rainscreen panel available on the market. Designed for use in commercial, institutional, retail, and low- to high-rise construction, ThinCastTM provides architects with the natural beauty and character of concrete in lightweight panels that accomplish their rainscreen design goals.
Considering weather events, changes in temperature, and building movement, it is unlikely that any building will remain 100 percent weatherproof. But with the right materials and assembly, extra steps can be taken to reduce the risk of damage under both normal and severe weather conditions
Georgia-Pacific Building Products recently enlisted the help of Intertek to conduct three water penetration resistance tests in accordance with ASTM E331, Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference.
The new BW Universal System and BW Stretch System are the ultimate backup wall systems providing superior air, water, thermal and vapor protection in an all-in-one barrier component. Both introduce new standards for cost savings, design integrity and sustainability.
Fiberon is introducing new Composite Cladding for Rainscreen Applications, combining the beauty and warmth of wood with the durability of low-maintenance, high-performance composite materials.
Indiana Limestone Company announced the launch of its LiteCore panel system. The new system provides the timeless look of natural stone in a lightweight, modular panelized system that combines high performance, design flexibility and labor-savings.
