Why my Net Zero Energy Ready House Failed from a Sustainability Perspective
Fresh out of university I landed a challenging and exciting role with a leading global insulation manufacturer. Through almost a […]
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01, 2023
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11, 2022
Is Foam Board Insulation Flammable?
Yes, foam board insulation is flammable. However, Neopor’s graphite polystyrene (GPS), which is used in Halo products, is treated with […]
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09, 2022
How Does GPS Perform Compared to XPS and Poly ISO?
What Is GPS? Graphite Polystyrene (GPS) is a type of polystyrene foam insulation and is the insulation material that forms […]
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08, 2022
Top 5 Benefits of Exterior Continuous Insulation in a Wood Frame Assembly
Continuous Insulation is a relatively inexpensive and practical building component that boasts many benefits.
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06, 2022
Type 1 Graphite Polystyrene (GPS) vs. Type 2 Polyiso: Which Is Best For Your Project?
Wondering whether Type 1 GPS or Type 2 Polyiso is the better fit for your next project? Check out this side-by-side comparison between Type 1 Graphite Polystyrene (GPS), and Type 2 Polyiso (Polyisocyanurate).
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04, 2022
Performance of Thermal Insulation on the Exterior of Basement Walls
EPS and EPS-based insulation (such as Halo Subterra) is able to keep water away from a basement’s concrete wall. Of course, this doesn’t mean that other waterproofing methods shouldn’t be in place. But, this finding does mean that EPS insulation can perform both of its design functions — slowing heat transfer and groundwater management — very well.
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04, 2022
Is Foam Board Insulation (FBI) Toxic?
Modern homes are filled with objects and surfaces that “off-gas,” or emit VOCs long after they’ve been manufactured. With Halo’s Interra, the off-gassing is minimal and it has earned a GREENGAURD Gold certification — an achievement reserved for materials that are proven to be clean.
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03, 2022
Energy-Related Provisions Likely Coming With NBC 2020: A Summary
The long-awaited NBC 2020 is a roadmap to Net Zero Energy Ready construction in Canada, and introduces new tiered, performance and prescriptive approaches.
Learn how these approaches are set to pave the way to Net Zero Energy Ready residential buildings within the next decade.
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02, 2022
Top 5 Reasons for Choosing Halo vs. Other Foam Board Insulation
Check out the top 5 advantages Halo’s foam board offers compared to other types of rigid insulation, such as XPS, Polyiso, and even EPS.
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01, 2022
5 Tips for Installing Foam Board Insulation in a Very Cold Climate
Construction can’t always wait for a warmer day. If you’re building in the middle of a North American winter, check out these 5 steps to protect Halo’s rigid insulation products from cold-related damage