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Educate ME The correct management of moisture vapour within buildings is an important aspect of managing the longevity of the building fabric.
sealing the deal The A. Proctor Group Ltd speaks to ME Consultant about the importance of protecting airport assets using condensation control solutions The huge investments in airport infrastructure and building design undertaken by countries around the world demand that consultants, architects and governments be able to access the most effective, high-quality product solutions, to protect and maximise the efficiency of these assets for many years to come. As of January 2016, CAPA, the Centre for Aviation – a provider of independent aviation market intelligence – estimated airport construction projects globally to be worth $900 billion. In their 2015 report, CAPA estimated the figure to be $543 billion. A number of key areas of consideration within the design are effective condensation control and 30 Middle East Consultant June 2016
air barrier solutions for all areas of the building envelope. Getting it right at the design stage can lead to significant savings on energy efficiency, preventing failure and any additional costs associated with putting it right at a later date. The A. Proctor Group are experts at solving condensation, airtightness and energy efficiency problems in the challenging climatic environments which present themselves globally. Expert technical advice is based on a unique combination of over 50 years of providing the highest quality products and solutions for the construction industry, together with research and investigation to understand local knowledge of construction technology, climatic considerations and legislative standards.
Protection of airPort assets: condensation control
It has long been recognised that the correct management of moisture vapour within buildings is an important aspect of ensuring not only the longevity of the building fabric, but also the health of the occupants. As today’s structures become increasingly better insulated, more airtight and more energy efficient, taking management of moisture into account in the design process becomes more critical, to ensure that it provides a durable, fit for purpose environment throughout the building’s lifespan. As energy performance has become an important aspect of building design, heating,