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Why should windows breathe?

The provision of a weather and airtight seal around the perimeter of windows and doors in a façade is typically achieved by correctly specifying and installing a suitable membrane before the final cladding is attached...

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Explore the benefits of ME055 FR Breather Membrane (White)

Illbruck is proud to announce the launch of the newest addition to our building protection range; ME055 FR Breather Membrane (White)

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Explore the benefits of ME050 FR Breather Membrane (ALU)

Illbruck is proud to announce the launch of the newest addition to our building protection range; ME050 FR Breather Membrane (ALU)

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Product Spotlight: FM330 Pro Foam Air Seal

The long and hard slog of winter is renowned for presenting difficulties for the construction industry. Yet with project deadlines looming, we know all too well the importance of continuing in the face of adversity by finding solutions that will keep you on track and mitigate disruption.

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Product Spotlight: FM310 High Performance B3 Foam

FM310 is a rapid-curing gun-grade expanding polyurethane foam that is suitable for general gap filling, bonding, and insulation applications. Ideal for application during the winter months, due to its low application temperature of 10°c – FM310 can used in the perimeter sealing and fixing of windows and doors, as well as for the sealing of service penetrations and sealing around insulation panels.

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W1 & W2 Water Resistance

Breather membranes are an important part of the building envelope, as they protect the wall element and in particular the insulation layer from wind-driven rain and water exposure during the construction phase of the project.

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Product Spotlight: ME010 FR Window & Door Sealing Membrane

A breathable (vapour permeable) membrane can provide protection against the elements when applied to the exterior side of the construction. Breather membranes, such as ME010 from illbruck...

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The Benefits of Building With Timber Frame

Dating back thousands of years, timber frame has long been a popular method of construction, having been utilised by many nations across the globe, owing to its numerous performance attributes. Despite a lapse in demand during the industrial revolution of the Victorian era, the latter half of the 20th century saw a revival in its use and today, over 80% of buildings in Scotland alone are constructed using timber frame.

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Product Spotlight: ME060 A2 Air and Vapour Control Membrane (FR AVCL)

When condensation occurs within a building’s structure, it may cause significant issues that prove costly to rectify. Air and Vapour Control Membranes (or AVCL, Vapour Control Layers, VCL’s) play a crucial role in limiting the passage of moisture-rich air into the building’s fabric...

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