Bertram will assume CSI presidency July 1

DELAND, FL (June 30, 2011) – Paul Bertram, FCSI, CDT, LEED AP and director, environment and sustainability for Kingspan Insulated Panels North America, a global manufacturer of insulated metal panels, will assume the presidency of The Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) on July 1.

CSI is the construction community’s authority on communication and construction documentation. “CSI’s role is clear – to provide leadership in communicating, organizing and managing project information for the built environment,” said Bertram. “CSI’s diverse membership provides a unique platform where communication between disciplines, which is essential to whole building design, can be better realized than in any other industry. This leadership through collaborative efforts with other associations, code bodies and standards developing organizations provides integrated industry outcomes.”

Bertram joined CSI in 1991, and over the past 20 years he has served in numerous leadership positions at the local, regional and national levels. Currrently, he serves as chair of CSI’s GreenFormat Program Maintenance Task Team and is a member of the UniFormat Task Team and the organization’s Greater Orlando and District of Columbia Chapters. He is also a charter member of the Pennsylvania Railroad Chapter and for several years has served on the editorial advisory board for The Construction Specifier. Bertram’s past national service includes CSI’s Nominating and Education Committees and the Convention Advisory and Sustainable Facility Task Teams.

Bertram’s role at Kingspan includes work with several cutting-edge programs that represent new areas of interest for CSI, including material life cycle assessment and environmental reporting, energy modeling, various energy efficiency and sustainability standards development and high-performance building strategies.

 “I’m excited that Paul is assuming the president’s role at CSI,” said CSI Executive Director and CEO Walter Marlowe, P.E., SCI, CAE. “Paul brings a track record of creativity and innovative ideas to the organization, along with a keen interest in implementing exciting new programs that will serve both our members and our industry.”

Renovated ice rink features Kingspan insulated metal wall panels and KingZip™ insulated standing seam roof system

DELAND, FL (June 21, 2011) – Elgin Barrow Arena, the first ice rink in the town of Richmond Hill, Ont., was constructed in 1923. Since then, the 71,750-square-foot, two-pad arena has undergone a number of facelifts and additions, including a recent $4 million renovation that provides increased accessibility, new lobby doors and flooring, renovated gender-appropriate dressing rooms and washrooms and upgrades that feature insulated metal panel wall and roof systems from Kingspan Insulated Panels North America, including the first installation in Canada of KingZip™ insulated standing seam roof system.

According to Nick Kalyvas, manager of facility assets for the town of Richmond Hill, the new roof replaces a steel roof that leaked. “However, the leak was not a result of the roof itself, but rather the exposed screws that penetrate through the roof and attach the roof to the steel structure underneath,” Kalyvas explained. “These screws are the Achilles heel of most steel roofs, because over time, the screws (and not the roof) corrode, resulting in multiple leaks long before the roof reaches its life expectancy. The screws require a lot of maintenance and even then, tend to corrode.”

So when Kingspan introduced KingZip™, an insulated standing seam roof system that features concealed screws and fasteners, Kalyvas was intrigued. “The design of the KingZip product is such that nothing is exposed, increasing the longevity of the roof while decreasing the required maintenance,” he said. “It’s basically maintenance free.”

Just as important, KingZip insulated metal roof systems provide high levels of thermal value and air-tight performance, which is especially important in an ice arena, where rink temperatures must be maintained at 13 degrees C/55 degrees F, even during the heat of the summer. The roof’s standing seam design along with a hidden fastener clip assembly ensure an air- and weather-tight system that reduces the building’s operational energy demands along with its carbon footprint.

Meanwhile, KingZip’s insulating core provides superior thermal performance with tested

R-values of up to 48. Because the insulation is exterior to the building structure, it provides the best possible thermal envelope by reducing thermal bridging typical of cavity insulation systems. In addition, the panels feature excellent foam-to-foam contact, which provides an unbroken thermal shield against heat transfer.

This single-component system also appealed to Blair Jurecka, associate at Jurecka + Associates Architects Inc., Toronto. As project manager of the renovation, Jurecka specified the KingZip roof system for the arena.

“The insulated value of the roof was certainly important to the facility,” she said. “But the single-component feature was significant too, because it offered ease of installation – a real benefit in a project like this one that had a tight timeline.”

Brian Jamieson, vice president – production at Bothwell-Accurate, Inc., the company that installed the roof and wall systems, agrees. “I would classify this roof panel as one of the best in the market, beginning with how easily the system goes together,” he said. “I’m also impressed with the waterproofing ability of the system, the panel length, which is impressive, and the exterior and interior finish of the panels. I understand that this was the first structure in Canada to use the KingZip system, and from our very positive experience with the product, I’d use it on another project in a minute.”

The renovated arena also features Kingspan insulated metal wall panels, replacing a deteriorated component system that consisted of aluminum panels, insulation and liners. “Like the roof system, the single-component wall system appealed to me for a number of reasons,” said Jurecka. “It offers the insulating value that an ice arena requires and the speed of installation that the construction schedule demanded.”

The Kingspan Micro-Rib wall system features continuous foamed-in-place polyisocyanurate insulation and a double tongue and groove interlocking rainscreen joint design with a hidden fastener anchorage that affords the connection of both metal skins to the building structure. A caulk seal provision provides an excellent vapor, air and water vapor barrier, further enhancing the thermal performance of the panel.

“And it’s easy to install,” Jamieson added. “Some wall systems require multiple layers plus the installation of insulation. This system is such that when a panel goes up, it’s complete. No other layers or insulation are needed, significantly speeding the installation time and ensuring a consistent product.”

Jurecka was also impressed with the appearance of the wall system. “In terms of detailing, it’s a much more elegant system,” she noted. “And I liked the profile. The arena has a very large, uninterrupted wall with just a few doors, so I wanted to give it some visual interest. The profile we selected provided that interest and was available in a champagne pearl color.”

Micro-Rib factory-assembled wall systems create an attractive linear appearance with subtle shadows. Panels can be horizontally or vertically applied and feature high-performance coatings in a wide spectrum of colors that provide long-life protection, color and gloss retention.

For Kalyvas, the end result is both pleasing to look at and highly functional. “We know we have a quality installation, just from the way the metal wall and roofing systems fit together and the insulating value they offer. So, the arena is definitely more energy efficient than it was in the past. But it also looks good, both inside and out. We had many options to choose from in terms of finishes and ended up with a building that is both inviting and efficient, one that will serve the Richmond Hill community well into the future.”  

Campaign presents Kingspan as a partner and facilitator of legacies

DELAND, FL (May 20, 2011) – Kingspan Insulated Panels North America, a global manufacturer of insulated metal panels, today announced the launch of its Legacies are Built campaign. Predicated on the notion that Kingspan products partner in and facilitate legacies, the new campaign features a series of ads that suggest the inspiration and creative design of architects will survive well into the future thanks to the aesthetic appeal, durability, longevity and sustainability of Kingspan’s insulated metal panels.

“Research shows that architects strive to build legacies that will endure, positively impacting society and in the process, projecting themselves into the world,” said Louise Foody, marketing manager, Kingspan Insulated Panels North America. “As the manufacturer of attractive, durable, sustainable and energy efficient insulated metal wall and roof panels, Kingspan equips architects with the raw materials and tools they need to build long-lasting structures that bear their unique design signatures.”

In addition to advertisements, a new microsite – http://www.legaciesarebuilt.com/ – will support the Legacies are Built campaign. The microsite includes a video describing the campaign and a section that explains how Kingspan can help architects build their legacies.

The site also invites architects and architectural students to participate in the Kingspan Legacy Contest, a paper craft contest in which participants use paper to design and construct a legacy-worth structure. Kicked off at the AIA 2011 National Convention and Design Exposition, contestants can register for the competition online and download contest materials from the microsite, or they can request that Kingspan mails them the necessary materials. The first-place winner will receive a $5,000 scholarship in their name to an educational institution of their choice, as well as an Apple MacBook Pro. In addition, the winning entry will be published as part of an ad in the November issue of ‘Architect’ magazine. Second and third place winners will each receive an Apple iPad 2. Winners will be announced at Greenbuild 2011 in Toronto, Oct. 4-7.

As they contribute to the legacies of architects and building owners, Kingspan’s insulated metal panels also support the path to net-zero energy targets and Kingspan’s commitment to reducing the environmental impact of its products and services. “Achieving net-zero building is a legacy to which Kingspan is proud to contribute,” added Foody. “So as we launch the Legacies are Built campaign, we acknowledge the role we all play – manufacturers, architects and building owners  – in creating important and enduring legacies that will help to ensure a healthy, efficient and sustainable future.”

Jeff Gerhardt, James Ruckman and Mark Taylor to lead sales efforts in west, southeast and midwest sales territories 

DELAND, FL (May 13, 2011) – Kingspan Insulated Panels North America, a global manufacturer of insulated metal panels, today announced the appointments of Jeff Gerhardt, James Ruckman and Mark Taylor as regional sales managers.  

Gerhardt will lead sales efforts in Colorado, New Mexico, Wyoming and Utah, while Ruckman will direct activities in North and South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana. Taylor assumes responsibility for sales in North and South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas and Missouri. Gerhardt and Taylor will report to Fergal Murphy, vice president sales, and Gerhard will also report to Scott Good, national sales manager at Kingspan Benchmark, as will Ruckman. 

Gerhardt brings to his new position 12 years of sales and sales management experience in the pre-engineered building industry. A graduate of the University of Vermont, Gerhardt holds a bachelor’s degree in political science and is a member of the Colorado chapter of the United States Green Building Council.  

Ruckman is a registered architect with 27 years experience designing and managing a variety of building projects at nationally known architectural firms, including his most recent position as a project manager at Gresham, Smith and Partners. He holds a bachelor of architecture degree from the University of Kentucky and is a member of the American Institute of Architects.  

Taylor spent 19 years in the construction industry, 15 of them working with pre-engineered buildings, where he held positions in drafting, estimating and sales management. He also served as Nebraska commercial sales manager for Pella Windows. 

“We are pleased to welcome both Jeff and Mark to Kingspan,” said Murphy. “Together they represent more than 27 years of experience in construction-related businesses. We’re eager for them to put that experience to good use, supporting our existing customer base while expanding our market share and developing new customer relationships.”  

“Jeff will also represent Kingspan Benchmark products as will James,” added Good. “Together they bring a wealth of experience to their positions as they lead the sales efforts of Benchmark products in their respective territories. We look forward to the benefits that their unique perspectives offer as they interact with architects, contractors and installers and promote Benchmark products.”

Booth #927 will also display new Kingspan Benchmark design manual 

DELAND, FL (May 6, 2011) – Kingspan Insulated Panels North America, a global manufacturer of insulated metal panels, will exhibit at booth #927 during the American Institute of Architects (AIA) 2011 National Convention and Design Exposition, May 12-14, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, New Orleans, La. 

Kingspan representatives will be on hand to demonstrate the company’s Path to NetZero™ mobile app, a unique tool for the building industry that simulates the process of achieving high-performance and net-zero energy buildings. Designed for iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch and Android mobile devices, the free app is also available at http://www.pathtonetzero.com/.  

Sure to attract the attention of expo visitors, the Kingspan Benchmark Designwall Series^™ of architectural panels as well as the new design manual will freely float for an eye catching display. The booth will also display the Commercial and Industrial product line of wall systems, the KingZip^™ Insulated Standing Seam Roof System and the Kingspan Powerpanel solar roofing solution which is the KingZip^® roof system with solar PV arrays that insulates a building and generates on-site electricity.

 Visitors to the booth will also be able to sign up for the Kingspan Legacy Competition, which is part of the company’s Legacies are Built campaign. This new campaign underscores the role Kingspan products play in creating legacies by equipping architects with the raw materials and tools they need to build long-lasting, aesthetically appealing structures.

Unique manual is available in electronic and print formats

DELAND, FL (February 15, 2011) – Kingspan Insulated Panels North America, a global manufacturer of insulated metal panels, recently introduced a new design manual for Kingspan Benchmark architectural products that consolidates product literature and information in a single, easy-to-use resource. The unique, 248-page manual is available in two formats – electronic and print – to assist design professionals in the selection, specification and installation of Kingspan Benchmark insulated wall panels and integrated window systems, column and beam covers, louvers and sunshades.

“I am very impressed by the manual, as it is able to communicate technical information with simple, graphically-rich explanations,” said David Adler, studio principle, AIA LEED AP, Little Diversified Architectural Consulting, Durham, N.C. “This manual will be my go-to resource for insulated metal panel design.”

The new manual reflects the design capabilities of Kingspan Benchmark products, incorporating three-dimensional isometric construction details, case studies and product specifications. Product and application photographs throughout the manual demonstrate the integration of profiles, colors, module widths, custom corners, radius options, variable reveals, window column and beam colors, louvers and sunshades and grills.

In addition, the manual’s intuitive design makes it easy to locate product information, MasterFormat specifications, testing and approval materials, and build speed and thermal performance criteria, at a time when information related to sustainability and the building envelope is often critical to the work of design professionals.

 Unique tool simulates process of achieving high-performance and net-zero energy buildings

 DELAND, FL (February 1, 2011) –  Kingspan Insulated Panels North America, a global manufacturer of insulated metal panels, announces the availability of its new Path to NetZero™ mobile app. Introduced at Greenbuild 2010, this unique tool for the building industry simulates the process of achieving high-performance and net-zero buildings.

 “The new app instructs users to select one of four cities, a building type (school, office, or warehouse) and a baseline building designed to ASHRAE 90.1.2004,” explained Paul Bertram, Jr., FCI, CDT, LEED AP, director, environment and sustainability at Kingspan Insulated Panels North America. “Users then choose a Kingspan insulated roof and wall system and compare savings. Benchmarks for the tool are aligned with the Department of Energy Commercial Building Initiative and U.S. Green Building Council Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED^®) 2009/3.0 requirements.”

Designed for iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch and Android mobile devices, the free app is also available at http://www.pathtonetzero.com/. The iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch apps are currently available, with the Android app launching end of February. Visitors to the microsite can find exclusive information on net-zero energy building and request an energy analysis of their buildings.

 The Path to NetZero is based on an EnvelopeFirst study commissioned by Kingspan and conducted by the Architectural Energy Corporation. The study, which simulated three buildings in four locations, indicated that continuous insulation with high effective R-value and superior airtightness achieved significant energy savings, followed by renewables such as photovoltaics (PVs).