Thermal bridging through steel and concrete framing can have a significant impact on a building’s energy performance. Reducing heat flow within a building’s thermal envelope reduces energy consumption as well as potential condensation issues.

Armadillo Structural Connections group has developed Armatherm™  500, a thermal break material that significantly reduces the amount of energy lost from thermal bridging and improves building envelope performance by helping to meet the ASHRAE 90.1 energy code.

Roof-to-wall and roof-to-parapet locations require structural framing for support, preventing continuous insulation from roof to façade. This creates a thermal bridge that can be prevented by using an Armatherm™ 500 series structural thermal break under the parapet. A thermal break can also be installed at roof penetration points where structural elements such as wind posts and equipment screens are supported.

Foundations are a part of a building’s envelope. The connection from slab-on-grade to foundation wall and wall above foundation wall are both areas where thermal bridging occurs. Armatherm™ 500 series material can support and transfer loads up to 2500 psi while providing minimal energy loss.

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