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Finishes
Finishes, such as manufactured stone, stucco and synthetic stucco, may be applied directly to the exterior surface.
The addition of reinforcement in the form of steel and/or grout adds to the performance by increasing the mass, which also functions as a "heat sink."
The SSB saves energy in the cooling mode as well. As outdoor temperatures drop in the evening, the wall cools, which delays the warming of the interior space the next day, resulting in lower air-conditioning demands.
R-values meet or exceed those required by the International Energy Compliance Code for mass wall construction. Actual R-values will vary between R-13 to R-15, depending on interior and exterior finishes.
Finish design options
THE EXTERIOR SSB wall finish choices are unlimited. Cedar siding, vinyl siding, "Hardy board," and cedar or vinyl shakes are but a few of the finishes that can be directly fastened by nail or by screw-fastening systems. Other finishes, such as manufactured stone, stucco or synthetic stucco, may be applied directly to the exterior surface. The exterior "look" resembles that of any other conventionally constructed wall. The interior finish also has an option of split-face or ground face by removing the stud from the block mold prior to manufacture.
SSB Shakes Siding
Market applications
THE SOLAR/STUD BLOCK fits well into residential passive solar design, but its applications are diverse. Any structure that relies on heating and cooling as a significant cost component will benefit through the use of the SSB wall system. Examples include, but are not limited to, single- or multi-family residential homes, condominiums, and assisted-living health care. Energy savings begin on the first day of occupancy and continue through the life of the building. IMAS
For more information on Solar/Stud Block, contact Ralph Acampora at rjarocky@aol.com, or Dianne Walsh, GRP, at DWNESolite@aol.com. Solar/Stud Block is a registered product.
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