Technology: Composite Thermal-Insulation Systems or Monolithic Insulating Blocks in Housing?

Revised German energy-saving regulations (EnEV) came into force on 1 October 2009, bringing about a further tightening of requirements in respect of constructional and ser-vice technology in the housing sector. The outer wall plays an important role in terms of energy, and a broad selection of wall types exists, from solid to lightweight forms of ­construction. In Germany, modern requirements...