Benefits for Designers and Architects
A key role of modern architecture and design is to promote sustainable construction, where choosing the right material often is a challenge. This is why the Green Building Council's Carbon Reduction Plan calls for designers and architects to expand the use of carbon footprint analysis in new and renovated buildings by 2030. The goal is to design only buildings with an operational net zero carbon footprint and by 2050 to focus exclusively on buildings with a net zero carbon footprint.
With environmental protection at the heart of modern construction, AST® LEC products offer significant advantages in the design and construction of future-proof buildings. Our AST® insulated panels use various primer and coating layers of steel sheets to eliminate the potential risk of corrosion inside the panel and ensure the bonding between the adhesive and the steel sheet. To secure colour and gloss retention in the panel surface, PVDF is the standard coating in external use. The adhesive fulfils high durability demands in all environmental conditions during the lifetime of a building. Paroc Panel Systems structural stone wool is water-repellent, non-hygroscopic and non-capillary, meaning no water can penetrate it. In addition, moisture has no effect on the stability of the core and the binder.
Paroc Panel System AST panels, with Euroclass A2-s1,d0 classification, signify a commitment to environmental responsibility in construction. These non-combustible panels offer superior thermal insulation with a stone wool core, preventing shrinkage and ensuring both efficiency and integrity. Specially formulated adhesive and tight joints, fortified with extra fixings, enhance fire safety.
The documents we provide, such as Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) and Environmental Performance Declarations (EPD), support architects in designing buildings that meet the requirements of internationally recognised LEED and BREEAM certifications. These certifications are important standard-setters for the building industry, emphasising environmentally friendly design and construction practices. Contact our expert technical support or customer service team and we'll help you get started on your plan to build more sustainably.
