GST Wall System Reference Sheets - Gordon Berman

GORDON BERMAN RESIDENCE

INTRODUCTION TO THE GST WALL PANEL SYSTEM

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NIANTIC HARBOR, CT

NIANTIC RIVER

NIANTIC BAY

GORDON BERMAN

DESIGN 04

Site & Floor Plans

Elevations

Exploded Axon

CONSTRUCTION 16

Prefabrication

Foundation & Under Slab Work

Steel Work

Interior Framing

Gst Installation

WINDOWS

Triple Gazing

High Performance Windows And Doors

Air Tight Enclosure

ENGINEERING

Gst Wall Panel Breakdown

Exploded Wall Assembly Diagram

Steel Frame Shop Drawings

Gst Thermal Evaluation

SPECIFICATION

Eps Evaluation

Insulation Comparison

Gst Specifications

Phius Certification

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DESIGN

DESIGN

Project Type Single Family Dwelling

Location East Lyme, CT

Area 4580 Sq/ft

Climate Zone 5A

Credits

Owner Anne Gordon & Phil Berman

Contractor Bruce Bogart Construction Co. Inc.

Structural Engineer Kevin Place, Place Structural Design. Site Engineer Indigo Land Design, Llc

“We were both deeply moved by the beauty of the house and its siting. It is one thing to see the images of the progress and another to be able to stand in the rooms. It is remarkable. I was in tears and we both had our jaws hanging open for most of the two hours we spent there. The sense of pride Bruce and the building team have in this home is palatable as well and part of the joy. Thank you for making this journey with us.”

- Anne Gordon, Owner on on-site visit

Situated on a granite cliff just off of a dead end road, the Gordon Berman residence is the perfect escape for owners Anne and Phil. Sitting 25 feet above the road the residence is surrounded by oak, hickory, evergreens while also providing an elevated view of the Niantic River. Large floor to ceiling windows allow for uninterrupted views of the lake and forests that surround their quaint home.

BUILDING SITE

SITE & FLOOR PLANS

SITE PLAN

FIRST FLOOR PLAN

01 ENTRY

02 KITCHEN / DINING / LIVING

03 PANTRY

04 MUDROOM

05 STUDIO

06 MEDIA ROOM

07 UTILITY

08 POWDER ROOM

09 BEDROOM 2

10 BATH 2

11 CLOSET 2

12 OFFICE

13 GARAGE

14 SCREEN PORCH

15 FRONT PORCH

16 BACK PATIO

SECOND FLOOR PLAN

01 MASTER BEDROOM

02 MASTER CLOSET

03 MATER BATHROOM

04 BATHROOM 4

05 LAUNDRY / SITTING ROOM

06 STAIR HALL A

07 ROOF DECK

08 BEDROOM 3

09 HALL

10 CLOSET A

11 BATHROOM 3

ELEVATIONS

EAST ELEVATION

WEST ELEVATION

NORTH ELEVATION

SOUTH ELEVATION

EXPLODED

GST Roof Panel W/ Roof Finish

Cable Railing

Second Floor Roof Deck

GST Insulated Roof Panels

Wood

Floor

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SITE

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Residence

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CONSTRUCTION

CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS

Construction Type

Panelized Light Gauge Steel Construction

Guardian Structural Technologies Panel System

R-33.6 - Foundation R-50.6 - Wall R-67.5 - Roof

Amount of Steel - NEED METRIC

“Guardian Structural Technology is committed to helping owners meet their high-performance building needs with a structural envelope system that provides superior technical, environmental, and financial benefits for the building’s life. SHIELD™ Panels buildings deliver not only short-term construction cost savings but long-term environmental and financial benefits as well.”

- GTS

PREFABRICATION

OFF SITE CONSTRUCTION

Prefabricated or Off-site Construction refers to the planning, design, fabrication, and assembly of building elements at a location other than their final installed location to support the rapid and efficient construction of a permanent structure. Such building elements may be prefabricated in a different location and transported to the site or prefabricated on the construction site and then transported to their final location. Offsite construction is characterized by an integrated planning and supply chain optimization strategy. Offsite manufacturing (OSM), offsite production (OSP) and offsite fabrication (OSF) are used when referring primarily to the factory work proper.

“PREFAB”

Prefabricated or “Prefab” is a construction method in which both standardized and non-standardized building components are fabricated in a controlled factory environment then shipped to and assembled on site. Combine the prefab construction method with the Passive House standard and you have the most energy efficient building technology available today delivered in a fraction of the time required by traditional site-built construction.

FOUNDATION

BLUEDUCT

An underground HDPE air duct system designed specifically for underground or below slab forced air systems.

STRUCTURAL STEEL FRAME

STRUCTURAL

WINDOWS

MANUFACTURER

Mavrik Windows

European Windows Imported From Poland

Type

Yawal - Moreview Triple Pane Tilt Turn Window

“EFFICIENCY ISN’T A NICHE”

“With European windows you get increased comfort and quality while actually saving you money on comparable US windows. Add to that the energy savings and lower utility bills... well, you get the picture. Our mission is to make the entire process of specifying, ordering and installing these windows seamless and cost-effective.”

- Mavrik, INC.

HIGH PERFORMANCE WINDOWS

Historically, windows and doors are weak links in a building’s thermal defense system. We can all relate to the drafts they can create in an average home. Passive House design places significant emphasis on specifying high performance windows and exterior doors. To meet the high performance needs of various climate zones, windows must meet strict standards regarding: insulation, air tightness, and solar heat gain values. Well detailed window design and flawlessly executed window installation are critical to the performance of Passive House buildings.

TRIPLE PANE GLASS

OUTDOOR

INDOOR

EFFICIENCY

More efficient than dual pane windows, triple pane windows provide an additional layer of insulation in one of the most common locations of unwanted heat loss/gain.

The Benefits Of Triple Pane Windows

Acoustic insulation and lower air permeability, The possibility of heating costs reduction, The possibility of creating large-surface constructions with modern arrangement of facades and interiors, The possibility of achieving heat transfer factor as good as Uf= 0,8 ÷ 1,5 W/m K (Source: Yawal.com)

AIR TIGHT ENCLOSURE

AIR TIGHT ENCLOSURE

Passive House takes great care in designing, constructing and testing the building enclosure for industry leading leakage control. Blower door testing is a mandatory technique in assuring high building performance through a virtually leak free enclosure. Walls are carefully designed to be virtually air tight, while allowing water vapor to escape maintaining a comfortable and healthy environment. If you combine all the small leaks in a typical home, it would be equivalent to cutting a hole in the exterior wall the size of a garbage can lid A Passive House has total air leakage about the size of a baseball or smaller.

ENGINEERING

ManufacturerMavrik Windows

European Windows Imported From Poland

TypeYawal - Moreview Triple Pane Tilt Turn Window

“EFFICIENCY ISN’T A NICHE”

INFORMATION?

“With European windows you get increased comfort and quality while actually saving you money on comparable US windows. Add to that the energy savings and lower utility bills... well, you get the picture. Our mission is to make the entire process of specifying, ordering and installing these windows seamless and cost-effective.”

- Mavrik, INC.

EXTERIOR (7°F)

INTERIOR (68°F)

EXTERIOR (7°F)

INTERIOR (68°F)

EXTERIOR (7°F)

INTERIOR (68°F)

EXTERIOR (7°F)

INTERIOR (68°F)

NORTH ELEVATION GST PANELS

NORTH GLAZING

NORTH ELEVATION OF GST WALL PANELS

NORTH ELEVATION

EAST ELEVATION GST PANELS

EAST GLAZING

EAST ELEVATION OF GST WALL PANELS

EAST ELEVATION

SOUTH ELEVATION GST PANELS

SOUTH GLAZING

SOUTH ELEVATION OF GST WALL PANELS

WEST ELEVATION GST PANELS

WEST GLAZING

WEST ELEVATION OF GST WALL PANELS

ASSEMBLY

SHOP

DRAWINGS

Guardian Gable End Connection to Steel

Guardian Roof To Wall Panel

Wall Panel

DRAWINGS

SHOP

DRAWINGS

GST THERMAL ANALYSIS

GUARDIAN 11 1/4” WALL NO STEEL COLUMN

GUARDIAN 11 1/4” WALL W/ STEEL COLUMN 5 3/8” FROM CENTER

GUARDIAN 11 1/4” WALL W/ STEEL COLUMN 3 1/4” FROM EXTERIOR

GUARDIAN 11 1/4” WALL W/ STEEL COLUMN 2” FROM EXTERIOR

EXTERIOR (7°F)

INTERIOR (68°F)

EXTERIOR (7°F)

INTERIOR (68°F)

EXTERIOR (7°F)

INTERIOR (68°F)

EXTERIOR (7°F)

INTERIOR (68°F)

SPECIFICATIONS

Guardian Structural Technologies Panel System

R-33.6 - Foundation R-50.6 - Wall R-67.5 - Roof

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EXPANDED POLYSTYRENE

Expanded Polystyrene insulation or EPS is a thermoplastic based foam that has been expanded and molded into panels. It is composed of 98% trapped air and 2% plastic making it efficient and recyclable. It is very water resistant and lightweight. It is easy to cut and install. It can be installed both in the interior and exterior of walls and holds up well in any climate.

Foam SheetsClose Up of Cells

INSULATION COMPARISON

INSULATION R-Value PER INCHCOSTACCESSIBILITYLONGEVITYTOXICITY

Fiberglass

Mineral Wool

Batts 2.6 - 4.4 Dense pack 3.6 - 4.4 Rigid board 4.0 - 4.4

Batts 3.0 - 3.6 Loose fill 2.6 - 3.4 Rigid board 4.0 - 4.4

Loose fill 3.2 - 3.6

CheapHigh80 - 100 Yrs. NeutralAirborn irritants

ExpensiveLow100+ Yrs. NeutralAirborn irritants

Cellulose

Dense pack 3.0 - 3.4 Spray on 4.0 - 4.4

CheapNeutral30 - 100 Yrs.Low

Wood Fiber Rigid board 3.6 - 3.8 Middle Range Neutral50 - 100 Yrs.Low

Straw Bale Bale 0.9 - 2.4CheapHigh50 - 100 Yrs.Low

Hemp Hemp Wool - 3.5 Middle Range Low50 - 100 Yrs.Low

Perlite Loose fill 3.0 - 4.0CheapHigh100+ Yrs. NeutralAirborn irritants

Polyiso Rigid board 5.6 - 7.6ExpensiveNeutral100+ Yrs. HighHazardous Chemicals

Polyurethane Spray

Demilec

XPS

Closed Cell 6.0 - 7.0 Open Cell 3.5 - 3.8 ExpensiveHigh30 - 100 Yrs. HighHazardous chemicals

Closed Cell 5.7 - 7.4 Open Cell 3.8 ExpensiveNeutral50 - 100 Yrs.Low

Rigid board 5.0 Middle Range High80 - 100 Yrs.Neutral

EPS Rigid board 3.6 - 4.2CheapHigh100+ Yrs.Low

(Sorce: Residential Energy - John Krigger)

FLAMMABILITY WATER RETENTION EMBODIED ENERGY

Low

NeutralRetains water over time

EASE OF INSTALL

LowEasy

TYPICAL QUALITY OF INSTALLATION

LowTypical to have thermal gaps

OVERALL PERFORMANCE

AverageDecreases over time

LowNoncombustible LowVery LowEasyHighHigh

ModerateRequires correct density Moderate NeutralNeutralMediumEasyHighHigh

High High Very LowModerate

HighHighVery Low ModerateModerateModerate

HighHighVery LowModerateModerateModerate

LowNoncombustible LowLowEasy Neutral High

HighLowVery HighEasyModerate ModerateDecreases in the Cold

NeutralTrapped gasses may be flammable

NeutralVery High DifficultMust be proportioned correctly Low - ModerateLow

NeutralNeutralMediumDifficultModerateModerate

HighCombust in high temperatures NeutralHighEasyHighHigh

Neutral LowMediumEasy

HighPrefabrication High

EPS Insulation

® EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) Insulation is a moisture resistant closed cell foam which contains no ozone depleting CFCs or HCFCs and is 100% recyclable.

EPS offers outstanding flexibility in design and is ideal for most construction needs, offering the best insulating value per dollar spent of any material available today. Additionally, its long-term insulation value is assured since aging has absolutely no effect upon performance.

Features

• Low Moisture Absorption: Moisture absorption rates decrease as density increases, but are still minimal. Material thickness can increase moisture absorption performance.

• Inert: Experiences no physical or chemical breakdown over time. No nutrient value to animals, insects, organisms. No nutrient value to bacterial growth including mold.

• No Leachates: Will not contaminate the surrounding environment.

• Design Flexibility: Can be provided in various shapes and sizes as needed.

Design Cautions

Flammability: EPS is combustible and should not be exposed to flame or other ignition sources. EPS should be covered with a thermal barrier or otherwise installed in accordance with applicable building code requirements.

Solvent Damage: EPS is susceptible to damage by petroleum based solvents and their vapors. Protect with vapor barrier covering and/or use compatible adhesives when applicable.

Ultraviolet Damage: Extended exposure to sunlight causes minor discoloration and surface dusting. Shield from direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time.

Meets or exceeds physical and thermal property standards as established in ASTM C 578

13.0 (90)

(173)

(208)

15.0 (104) 35.0 (240)

25.0 (173) 50.0 (345)

Compressive Resistance at 10% Strain Deformation (2” cube) Flexural Strength Min psi (kPa) Min psi (kPa) D 1621, C 165 C 203 5.0 (35) 10.0 (70) 10.0 40.0 (276) 75.0 (517)

3.1 (0.55) 3.3 (0.59)

0.323 (1.82) 0.303 (1.70)

3.85 (0.67) 4.17 (0.0) 0.260 (1.48) 0.240 (1.37)

3.92 (0.69) 4.25 (0.74)

0.255 (1.46) 0.235 (1.35)

4.17 (0.73) 4.55 (0.77) 0.240 (1.37) 0.220 (1.26)

*R means resistance to heat flow. The higher the R-Value, the greater the insulating power. Federal Trade Commission requires R-Value publication at 75º mean temperature of all insulations. Aged R-Values of alternate products should be compared to determine long-term benefit. Some insulations lose R-Value over time.

07 21 13.13 Foam Board Insulation The information in this bulletin is presented in good faith, and is believed to be accurate. All statements are made without warranty expressed or implied. Physical Properties Type IType XIType VIIIType IIType IXType XIVASTM TestUnits Coefficient of Thermal Expansion Oxygen Index Max. Service Temperature Long Term / Intermittent Flame Spread Smoke Developed Min volume % In./(In.)(F) F Density, minimum Density, nominal Min lb/ft3 (kg/m3) lb/ft3 C 3030.70 (12) 0.75 0.90 (15) 1.00 1.15 (18) 1.25 1.35 (22) 1.50 1.80 (29) 2.00 2.40 (38) 2.50 24.0 0.000035 167 / 180 24.0 0.000035 167 / 180 24.0 0.000035 167 / 180 24.0 0.000035 167 / 180 24.0 0.000035 167 / 180 24.0 0.000035 167 / 180 20 150-300 15 @ 6” 95-125 5 @ 4” 105-190 5 @ 4” 2-235 15 @ 4” 20-145 <25 @ 4” max <450 @ 4” max Thermal Conductivity (K-Value)* 75 ± 2º F (24 ± 1º C) 40 ± 2º F (4.4 ± 1º C) Thermal Resistance (R-Value)* 75 ± 2º F (24 ± 1º C) 40 ± 2º F (4.4 ± 1º C) Min R* for 1” thickness BTU/(hr) (Sq.Ft.) (F/in.) C 177, C 518 C 177, C 518 (69)

1-800-669-1176 • www.plymouthfoam.com 4.35 (0.76) 4.76 (0.80) 0.230 (1.31) 0.210 (1.20)

9323L00PHPR 4.2 (0.74) 4.6 (0.80) 0.238 (1.35) 0.217 (1.25)

GST SPECIFICATIONS

www.guardianstructural.com

Guardian Structural Technologies SHIELD™ PANELS BUILDING SYSTEM and the Environment

SHIELD™ PANELS BUILDING SYSTEM – LIFETIME OF BENEFITS FOR OWNERS & OCCUPANTS SHIELD™ PANELS BUILDING SYSTEM

Sustainable - components made from 100% recyclable material.

Healthy – panels do not let off toxic gases and do not mold or attract pests.

Insulated – provide R Values of up to R-50.

Energy-Efficient - reduces heating and cooling costs for life of structure.

Load-Bearing – engineered-stamped to ensure true structural integrity.

Durable – panels never break down.

It is important to keep in mind that all insulations and buildi ng materials have an environmental footprint. The fact is pretty much all modern building and insulation materials are quite carbon-intensive to produce. Cement, for example, produces huge amounts of CO2 in production, as do insulating materials like rockwool and fiberglass. However, Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) insulation is 98% AIR and can return up to 200 times the amount of energy required to produce it and reduce emissions by up to 100 times the volume produced during the manufacturing process. EPS is non-toxic and totally inert. It contains no Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) or Hydrofluorocarbons (HCFCs), and never has at any time during its life cycle. It is also totally absent of any nutritional value, so no fungi, mold, or micro-organisms can grow within EPS.

Cold Formed Steel (CFS) meets the highest sustainability requirements set in all major green building standards and rating programs, including Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) and National Green Building Standard (ICC-700) for residential buildings. CF S framing has infinite recyclability. Every year, more than 65 million tons of steel are recycled, according to the American Iron and Steel Institute. CFS framing contains a minimum of 25 percent recycled steel and is continually and completely recyclable. Using recycled steel takes the pressure off renewable resources: if built with wood, a 2000-square-foot home would require about 40 to 50 trees. With steel, only the equivalent of about six scrapped automobiles is needed for the same size home.

SHIELD™ PANELS being made of Expanded Polystyrene and Cold formed steel are much lighter than alternative building techniques, thereby saving significant transportation emissions. The Expanded Polystyrene and Cold Formed Steel that Guardian Structural Technologies uses in the SHIELD™ Panels building system contains recycled content EPS and CFS. All the scrap of EPS and CFS from our manufacturing is completely recycled. The Guardian Structural Technologies SHIELD™ Panels building system virtually eliminated job site waist.

Guardian Structural Technologies is committed to helping owners meet their high- performance building needs with a structural envelope system that provides superior technical, environmental and financial benefits for the life of the building. SHIELD™ Panels building system delivers not only short-term construction cost savings, but long-term environmental and financial benefits as well.

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RESOURCES

BOOKS -

RESIDENTIAL ENERGY - Pg. 102-121, 296, 297

By John Krigger & Chris Dorsi

INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE - ZONING MAP

By ICC

PHIUS - PRESCRIPTIVE SPECIFICATIONS

By Phius

MATERIALS -

GUARDIAN WALL PANEL - GUARDIAN STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGY

https://www.guardianstructural.com/

MAVRIK

https://www.mavrik.build/materials-1

NEUFFER https://www.neuffer-windows.com/

YAWAL

https://yawalusa.com/

RPA REFERENCES -

GORDON BERMAN RESIDENCE

https://richardpedranti.com/projects/gordon-bermanresidence-2/

CREDITS

OWNERS

Anne Gordon & Phil Berman

CONTRACTOR

Bruce Bogart Construction Co. Inc.

STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

Kevin Place, Place Structural Design.

SITE ENGINEER

Indigo Land Design, Llc

Richard Pedranti Architect (RPA) is a full service architecture firm serving the Upper Delaware River Region as well as Philadelphia and New York. Since 1998, we have been creating environments that combine our client’s unique values with the extraordinary natural landscape of our region. Located in the historic village of Milford, Pennsylvania, RPA specializes in Passive House and high performance buildings putting modern building science to work creating beautiful, healthy, comfortable, and energy efficient buildings.