NEW HOLLAND, PA--Superior Walls insulated precast concrete wall systems have earned the Green Approved Product designation by the NAHB Research Center.
Builders choosing to use Superior Walls Xi™ and R-5 foundations can now earn up to 10 points on a project toward a National Green Building Certification.
The Green Approved Products Certificate #00071 provides builders the following points for the use of Superior Walls foundation systems:
·Practice 601.2 – 3 points – Structural systems/advanced framing techniques optimize material usage.
·Practice 601.5 (1-3) – 4 points – Precut/preassembled components, panelized, or precast assemblies are utilized for a minimum of 90% of floor, wall, and/or roof system.
·Practice 607.1 – 3 points – Products containing fewer materials are used to achieve the same end-use requirements as conventional products.
·Practice 701.4.3.1 (1) – Mandatory – Insulation is installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions or local code. Mandatory for certification.
The first NAHB Green Approved foundation system in the country, Superior Walls products are resource efficient, using up to 70 percent less concrete in a new home than conventional foundations. Stud facings eliminate the need for additional wood framing prior to interior finishing. Using fewer materials helps reduce the carbon footprint of the new home’s construction process.
For homeowners, the benefits of Superior Walls foundations systems are substantial. The energy-efficient walls help lower energy costs and reduce energy leakage while providing increased living space in a comfortable setting.
“There are many energy efficiency advantages to both homeowners and builders for using this Green Approved product,” according to Jim Costello, president of Superior Walls. “These wall systems help improve the indoor air quality in a dry basement setting along with enhancing the resale value of a home.”
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