Energy efficient constructions
The unique “breathsulate technology” of Tyvek® metallised membranes means that the material is wind- and watertight though still permeable to water vapour – therefore ensuring the insulation remains dry and effective – while also reducing heat transfer and improving energy performance.
Lethame House aims high with DuPont™ Tyvek® Reflex and AirGuard® Reflective
  | “We chose these membranes because they are renowned as a reliable, durable brand. We have worked with DuPont™ Tyvek® before and have every faith in the material. We wouldn’t want to gamble on something that might be substandard on a project with such high aims. We want to be confident in handing over the keys to a quality home that will bring enjoyment and value for many generations,” says Jim Simpson, MD of Apex Developments Ltd. |
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DuPont™ Tyvek® Reflex performs behind the scenes at NU@D2 residential development
  | “We were delighted to install DuPont™ Tyvek® Reflex at NU@D2, a market-leading example of innovative design and environmentally friendly living, and to see that is has helped this residential development to achieve the highest mark, Eco Excellent, with the EcoHomes Standard,” says Tim Smith, Business Development Manager UK & Ireland, DuPont Building Innovations. |
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DuPont™ Tyvek® enhances the energy-efficiency of a major new riverside housing development in Ipswich
  | Griffin Wharf is part of a major regeneration programme for the riverside south of Ipswich. An extensive new build housing development, this Persimmon Homes project involves several phases to create over 500 units, including a mix of flats and houses. The plan also includes allocations for affordable housing and public spaces. As with all such projects, compliance with new regulations means aiming for stringent energy-efficiency targets, and therefore careful planning and the specification of durable, reliable, high-performance products. |
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DuPont™ AirGuard® Reflective achieves an air-tight seal of approval at a new Housing Association project in York
  | Considering the imperative – both social and regulatory – to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, it’s no surprise that specifiers and developers are looking for forward-thinking, high-performance products that can help in achieving these goals. One of the crucial factors in convective thermal loss can be identified as air leakage, traditionally a common problem in UK construction. |
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