BPG specializes in energy efficient masonry systems with emphasis on the building envelope. This is the most significant building component and has the greatest impact on lowering energy consumption, improving indoor air quality, decreasing construction costs and minimizing waste.
BPG focuses on wall systems low in embodied energy that are highly resistant to fire, moisture, seismic, insects, rodents, and have high sound transmission class [STC] ratings.
BPG Objectives:
Structure's Durability
Material Waste
Life Cycle Operating Costs
Maintenance Expense
BPG focuses on wall systems low in embodied energy that are highly resistant to fire, moisture, seismic, insects, rodents, and have high sound transmission class [STC] ratings.
BPG Objectives:
INCREASE:
Building's Usable LifeStructure's Durability
REDUCE:
Construction Labor HoursMaterial Waste
Life Cycle Operating Costs
Maintenance Expense
RE-USE:
Existing Buildings through Retrofit - Lightweight
- Acoustically beneficial
- Offers design versatility
- Durable
- Energy efficient
- Structural
- Long lasting
- Environmentally friendly (Green)
- Weather resistant
- Compatible
- Mold resistant
- Easy to use
- Fire resistant
- Termite & pest resistant
- Cost effective
- Non-combustible
- Reduced construction time
The environmentally friendly attributes of AAC provide distinct advantages to building designs when it is used to address "green" or sustainable building concerns. Many of these beneficial attributes are recognized by the LEEDTM Green Building Rating System 2.0, which is being used by architects and designers to achieve the environmental benefits and advantages promulgated by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). State and local governments are moving towards requiring that government buildings reduce energy use and implement "green" construction practices. Both New York and Oregon provide tax credits for the construction of sustainable buildings.
