…re-radiated energy (solar heat) to transmit through. The lightweight membrane also provides a cost-effective solution requiring less structural steel to support the roof or façade, enabling long spans of column-free…
…for the indoor sports training facility while the roof’s existing structural support steel will be cleaned for reuse. Tensotherm™ with Lumira™ aerogel, formerly Nanogel® aerogel, is an insulated translucent membrane…
…a Nanogel aerogel layer, a Cradle to CradleTM Silver CertifiedCM insulating material by Cabot Corporation. Tensotherm is comprised of the Nanogel aerogel sandwiched between two PTFE fiberglass membranes. The resulting…
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…steel to support the roof or façade, enabling long spans of column-free space. In addition, membrane offers building owners reduced construction and maintenance costs compared to traditional building materials. It…
…a breakthrough composite architectural membrane roofing system, developed by Birdair, Cabot Corporation and Geiger Engineers. The material consists of a Nanogel aerogel layer sandwiched between two layers of structural PTFE…
Striking Birdair Roof atop Sharm el Sheikh International Airport breaks new architectural ground in Middle East Published: September 25, 2007 Sharm el Sheikh International Airport, situated along the southern tip…
…that environmental responsibility doesn’t come at the expense of economic competitiveness. Because PTFE fiberglass membrane fabric requires less structural steel to support a roof or façade, long spans of column-free…
…Sports Science & Athletics Pavilion serves as a student service center complete with classrooms, conference rooms and weight-lifting rooms on the first level, while its upper level offers exposed views…
…smoke,” aerogel is the lightest and best insulating solid in the world. Cabot Nanogel aerogel is a hydrophobic aerogel produced as particles. Each particle consists largely of air (~95%) contained…
…Birdair installation crew completed the work, with support from Iron Workers Local 397 in Tampa. The entire team worked in tandem with concrete trades, underground civils, electricians and more to…
…Birdair’s project scope includes design, engineering, fabrication and installation of the main structural steel, fabric roof, cables, catwalks and attachment hardware. The amphitheater roof will consist of a combination of…