U-value and K-value
To indicate to what extent a material is thermally insulating, the term thermal transmittance or U-value (formerly known as K-value) is used in the construction industry. The lower the U-value, the higher the heat resistance of a material, meaning the better the insulation.
For an optimal match between profiles and glazing you should take into consideration the U-value of both. Reynaers systems respond to the requirements of the European directives as well as various international standards on energy performance.
Thermal insulation
Reynaers systems are designed to meet different levels of thermal insulation. This insulation level is called the U-value. The lower this U-value is, the higher the insulation. This insulation level is realised by a thermal break between the inner and outer aluminium profiles. Profiles of Reynaers also have a unique center seal or gasket and a continuous acoustic seal, to ensure the insulation.
Polyamide strip
The state-of-the-art insulation technique used by Reynaers, connects the outer chamber and the inner chamber through fiberglass reinforced polyamide strips. These strips provide a thermal break and come in various widths. The wider strips, the higher the insulation factor. The design of these strips is important to guarantee the stability and strength of the assembled profile.
Sunblinds
Applying sunblinds is often a very good solution to save money on your energy bill. Sunblinds block excessive solar beams, which can cause overheating of the building. This reduces the need for air conditioning to keep your rooms cool in the summer.
Solar energy
Buildings can become a major force in reducing energy consumption. At Reynaers we truly consider sustainability as one of the fundamental trends in the building industry. Therefore we do not only systematically improve thermal insulation of our products but also integrate green technology in our solutions.
Building Integrated Photovoltaic solutions
To increase the overall sustainability of a building, the use of photovoltaic panels can contribute by generating electricity. The integration of these panels in the building envelope, also called Building Integrated PhotoVoltaics (BIPV), even increases the benefits: as multifunctional construction materials they generate electricity through photovoltaic panels while being a part of the building, rather than being installed as an extra layer. In our commitment to provide sustainable building solutions, Reynaers makes it possible to integrate photovoltaic panels in various product ranges.
The BIPV products are designed to comply with the requirements of photovoltaic panels, by avoiding shading on the panels and by a smart and secure integration of the electrical wiring. All our solutions can be used in combination with the 3 types of PV panels: mono and poly crystalline and amorphous cells. With this dedicated product range, architects and fabricators can turn the building envelope into an active component which generates electricity through photovoltaic panels.