Perimeter insulation for concrete slabs refers to the practice of insulating the outer edges or boundaries of a concrete slab or foundation. The primary purpose of perimeter insulation is to prevent heat loss and provide thermal efficiency to a building.…
Changes to the Building Code that came into effect on 01 May 2023 mean that concrete floors now require insulation.This is a significant change and provides a challenge to architects and specifiers when it comes to designing slabs and specifying the…
The Productspec + Smartspec team recently sat down with Auckland Council for a wide ranging Q & A session on the H1 changes. It was an informative session, with a great deal of valuable information. You can check the recording…
We are thrilled to announce that we have recently joined over 3,378 leading New Zealand industry professionals on the ArchiPro network. ArchiPro is New Zealand's largest all-in-one platform simplifying the end-to-end building process. The platform enables users to seamlessly browse…
Perhaps one of the biggest impacts from the new H1 changes has been the effect on concrete slabs. The minimum R-value has increased across the board, with colder parts of the country seeing even larger lifts. Quite rightly, the new…
Introducing EXPOL's new generation, high-performance concrete floor insulation, designed specifically to meet the new insulation standards. Learn more about our innovative solutions, explore our updated Floor and Slab Insulation Calculator and Concrete Slab Technical Manual. Can't make a session? Check…
Insulation in concrete slab flooring plays an important role in the thermal performance of the floor, preventing energy transfer between the slab and the ground it sits on. Acting as a moisture barrier, it prevents condensation on the slab surface…
It’s that time of year, the evenings are getting darker and the nights are getting colder. The importance of having a warm home suddenly takes on a new priority. There are plenty of ways to improve the health of…
The weather has never been as wet and forecasts don't show it stopping. You need to get your drainage problems sorted – quickly. Nobody wants to be breaking their back barrowing truckloads of scoria around their property. The good news…
We fully understand that specifying, recommending and using the myriad of building products on offer can be a minefield! This, combined with supply chain issues, is making building in New Zealand a real challenge. Well, EXPOL are here to help!…