Abstract

A manufactured composite insulating panel comprises an external sheet having an outer face and an inner face, an internal sheet having an outer face and an inner face, and an insulating body between the inner face of the external sheet and the inner face of the internal sheet. The external sheet has a portion that extends beyond the internal sheet and the insulating body to define an overlap part for overlapping with part of an adjacent panel, on assembly and a seal is applied to the inner face of the overlap part of the external sheet. The panel has a side overlap part to which a side seal is factory applied. An end seal is also factory applied to an end overlap part of the panel.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04C 2/24 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of wood, fibres, chips, vegetable stems, or the likeBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of plasticsBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of foamed products laminated and composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , ,
• E04C 2/292 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups at least one of the materials being insulating composed of insulating material and sheet metal
• E04D 3/35 - Roofing slabs or stiff sheets comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation
• F16J 15/14 - Sealings between relatively-stationary surfaces by means of granular or plastic material, or fluid
• E04C 2/20 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of wood, fibres, chips, vegetable stems, or the likeBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of plasticsBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of foamed products of plastics

Abstract

A facade/wall system comprises a number of modules. Each module comprises a plurality of insulating panels which have connection means on opposite sides thereof for interengaging the panels together at joints between the panels. Reinforcing elements in the form of top hat sections bridge the joints between adjacent panels. The top hat reinforcement elements used to interconnect adjacent panels in a module ensure that the composite panels act together as monolithic structure that creates a diaphragm while providing a surface to which cladding can be fixed and also providing a cavity between the panels and the cladding attached to the modules. They stiffen the panels and thereby enhance resistance to deflection. The system is cost effective and relatively easy and quick to install.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04B 2/52 - Walls having cavities between, as well as in, the elementsWalls of elements each consisting of two or more parts, kept in distance by means of spacers, at least one of the parts having cavities the walls being characterised by fillings in some of the cavities forming load-bearing pillars or beams
• E04B 2/08 - Walls having neither cavities between, nor in, the solid elements using elements having specially-designed means for stabilising the position by interlocking of projections or inserts with indentations, e.g. of tongues, grooves, dovetails
• E04C 1/40 - Building elements of block or other shape for the construction of parts of buildings built-up from parts of different materials, e.g. composed of layers of different materials or stones with filling material or with insulating inserts

Abstract

A composite insulating panel comprises an external sheet 2, an internal sheet 4, and an insulating body 5 between the sheets 2, 4. The external sheet 2 has a first longitudinally extending raised side underlap projection 30 at one side and a side overlap projection 31 on the opposite side of the panel with a substantially flat portion 32 extending between the projections 30, 31. A photovoltaic solar collector 10 is mounted to the flat portion 32 of external sheet 2. The solar collector 10 comprises a photovoltaic sheet 20 and a protective translucent cover 21 for the photovoltaic sheet 20. A first adhesive layer 22 is provided between the photovoltaic sheet 20 and the translucent cover 21. A second adhesive layer 23 is provided between the underside of the photovoltaic sheet 20 and the external surface of the composite panel upper or external sheet 2. The adhesive layers 21, 22 may be of the same hot melt adhesive. In the invention sheets of the photovoltaic 20, the adhesive 22, 23, and the cover 21 are drawn from supply reels, are cut to length, and then laid on top of the flat portion 32 of the upper sheet 2 of the insulated panel. Using a pressure laminating process the various layers are heated and pressed to adhere to the flat portion 32 of the outer sheet 2 of the insulated panel.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01L 31/048 - Encapsulation of modules
• H01L 27/142 - Energy conversion devices
• E04D 3/35 - Roofing slabs or stiff sheets comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation
• B32B 5/18 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by features of a layer containing foamed or specifically porous material
• B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
• B32B 15/04 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance

Abstract

A manufactured composite insulating panel (1) comprises an external sheet (4) having an outer face and an inner face, an internal sheet (2) having an outer face and an inner face, and an insulating body (5) between the inner face of the external sheet (4) and the inner face of the internal sheet (2). The external sheet (4) has a portion that extends beyond the internal sheet (2) and the insulating body (5) to define an overlap part for overlapping with part of an adjacent panel, on assembly and a seal (21, 22) is applied to the inner face of the overlap part of the external sheet (4). The panel has a side overlap part (12) to which a side seal (21) is factory applied. An end seal (22) is also factory applied to an end overlap part (16) of the panel.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04C 2/292 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups at least one of the materials being insulating composed of insulating material and sheet metal
• E04C 2/38 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by the shape or structure with attached ribs, flanges, or the like, e.g. framed panels
• E04D 3/35 - Roofing slabs or stiff sheets comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation
• E04D 3/365 - ConnectingFastening by simple overlapping of the marginal portions with use of separate connecting elements, e.g. hooks or bolts for corrugated sheets
• E04D 3/369 - ConnectingFastening by welding of the marginal portions of adjacent slabs or sheets

Abstract

A manufactured composite insulating panel (1) comprises an external sheet (4) having an outer face and an inner face, an internal sheet (2) having an outer face and an inner face, and an insulating body (5) between the inner face of the external sheet (4) and the inner face of the internal sheet (2). The external sheet (4) has a portion that extends beyond the internal sheet (2) and the insulating body (5) to define an overlap part for overlapping with part of an adjacent panel, on assembly and a seal (21, 22) is applied to the inner face of the overlap part of the external sheet (4). The panel has a side overlap part (12) to which a side seal (21) is factory applied. An end seal (22) is also factory applied to an end overlap part (16) of the panel.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04C 2/292 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups at least one of the materials being insulating composed of insulating material and sheet metal
• E04C 2/38 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by the shape or structure with attached ribs, flanges, or the like, e.g. framed panels
• E04D 3/35 - Roofing slabs or stiff sheets comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation
• E04D 3/365 - ConnectingFastening by simple overlapping of the marginal portions with use of separate connecting elements, e.g. hooks or bolts for corrugated sheets
• E04D 3/369 - ConnectingFastening by welding of the marginal portions of adjacent slabs or sheets

Abstract

An insulating panel 1 comprises a first sheet 2, a second sheet 4, and a body of insulating foam 5 between the sheets 2, 4. The foam 5 has a plurality of longitudinally extending conduits 7 through which a heat exchange medium such as air is circulated. A barrier 10 is used to create an enlarged void space for air circulation. The barrier is located below profile crowns 3 to prevent foam from entering the crowns 3 and to create additional foam-free voids below the crown. Heat transfer efficiency is increased.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 44/12 - Incorporating or moulding on preformed parts, e.g. inserts or reinforcements
• B29C 44/32 - Incorporating or moulding on preformed parts, e.g. linings, inserts or reinforcements

Abstract

A photovoltaic solar collector (10) is mounted to a profiled external sheet (2) of an underlying composite insulating panel. The solar collector (10) comprises a photovoltaic sheet (20) and a protective translucent cover (21) for the photovoltaic sheet (20). A first adhesive layer (22) is provided between the photovoltaic sheet (20) and the translucent cover (21). A second adhesive layer (23) is provided between the underside of the photovoltaic sheet (20) and the external surface of the composite panel upper or external sheet (2). The adhesive layers (22), (23) may be of the same hot melt adhesive. In the invention sheets of the photovoltaic (20), the adhesive (22), (23), and the cover (21) are drawn from supply reels, are cut to length, and then laid on top of the upper sheet (2) of the insulated panel. Using a pressure laminating process the various layers are heated and pressed to adhere to and conform to the outer sheet 2 of the insulated panel.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01L 27/142 - Energy conversion devices
• H01L 31/048 - Encapsulation of modules
• E04D 3/35 - Roofing slabs or stiff sheets comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation

Abstract

A composite insulating panel 1 comprises an upper sheet 2, a lower sheet 4, and an insulating foam body 5 between the upper and the lower sheets 2, 4. A photovoltaic solar collector module 10 is mounted to the upper sheet 2, for example, by using clips 20, 25.

IPC Classes  ?

• F24J 2/52 - Arrangement of mountings or supports
• H01L 31/048 - Encapsulation of modules
• E04D 3/35 - Roofing slabs or stiff sheets comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation
• E04B 7/12 - RoofsRoof construction with regard to insulation formed in bays, e.g. sawtooth roofs

Abstract

A rigid polymeric insulating foam board comprises a lower facer 1, an upper facer 2, and a foam body 3 between the facers 1, 2. In one case a recycled foam portion is introduced onto the lower facer 1 prior to lay-down of liquid foam reactants so that the recycled foam portion is integrated into the main foam body 3. Multiple recycled foam pieces are delivered from a supply hopper through a conveyor 41 feeding open nozzles or chutes 42 which deposit the foam pieces onto the lower facer 1.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04C 2/292 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups at least one of the materials being insulating composed of insulating material and sheet metal
• E04D 3/35 - Roofing slabs or stiff sheets comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation
• B29C 44/32 - Incorporating or moulding on preformed parts, e.g. linings, inserts or reinforcements
• B29C 44/46 - Feeding the material to be shaped into an open space or onto moving surfaces, i.e. to make articles of indefinite length

Abstract

A timber frame building system (1) comprises a support layer (2), an insulation foam board (3) and a membrane (4) sandwiched between the support layer (2) and the insulation board (3). The support layer (2) comprises a plurality of timber studs (5) with insulation in the form of fiberglass (6) between the studs (5). The system provides vapour control/airtightness. The insulation board (3) may have foil facings (10). Fixing means for fixing the insulation board (3) and the membrane (4) in place is in this case provided by battens (20) which are fixed by nails or the like to the studs (5) through the insulation board (3). The battens (20) are spaced-apart and provide a void (21) for services such as electrical wiring and or water pipes behind an interior facing (30) such as plaster board. The facing (30) may have sockets (32) and the like.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04B 1/26 - Structures comprising elongated load-supporting parts, e.g. columns, girders, skeletons the supporting parts consisting of wood
• E04B 2/70 - Walls of framework or pillarworkWalls incorporating load-bearing elongated members with elongated members of wood

Abstract

A facade system comprises a facade panel (1) of fibre reinforced cementitious material a support frame (2), and a plurality of fixings (5) for fixing the facade panel (1) to the support frame (2). The fixings (5) comprise a facade anchor part (10) for fixing to the facade panel (1) and extending therefrom, a frame part for fixing to the support frame (2), and an intermediate connection part between the facade part (10) and the frame part. The intermediate connection part facilitates differential movement as a result of differential thermal expansion and contraction between the facade panel (1) and the support frame (2). The connection part comprises a bracket (20) which is of generally Z shape and comprises a first arm (21) having a fixing hole for mounting the facade panel fixing part (10) and a second arm (23) having a fixing hole for mounting the frame fixing part.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04B 2/90 - Curtain walls comprising panels directly attached to the structure
• E04B 2/92 - Sandwich-type panels

Abstract

An insulating panel (1) comprises a profiled translucent first sheet (2), a second sheet (4) with an insulating body, in this case an insulating foam (5) therebetween. The foam may be a polyisocyanurate foam or a phenolic foam. The sheet (2) is of a polycarbonate material which is relatively strong and durable. A solar collector (10) in the form of a flexible photovoltaic material is provided between -upper sheet (2) and the insulation body. The solar collector may extend into the upper sheet profiles (3) or may be laid in strips (20) along and/or across the sheet (2). The solar collector is protected by the top sheet.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01L 31/048 - Encapsulation of modules
• E04D 3/35 - Roofing slabs or stiff sheets comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation

Abstract

A translucent wall panel includes a single body of translucent polycarbonate material having skin walls and a multiwall support extending between the skin walls. The skin walls include an outer weather wall, an inner liner wall, a longitudinally extending first side and a longitudinally extending second side opposite to the first side. The first side has outer projecting and recess parts and the second side has outer projecting and recess parts. The projecting and recess parts of the first side are of mating form with corresponding recess and projecting parts respectively of the second side for engagement between the first side of one panel and the second side of another like panel. The sides have additional spacer recesses which are aligned so that when two similar panels are aligned adjacent to one another a spacer element bridges a gap between the panels and a support frame element such as a purlin.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04B 2/88 - Curtain walls
• E04C 1/42 - Building elements of block or other shape for the construction of parts of buildings of glass or other transparent material
• E04C 2/20 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of wood, fibres, chips, vegetable stems, or the likeBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of plasticsBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of foamed products of plastics
• E04C 2/54 - Slab-like translucent elements

Abstract

An insulated panel includes a first panel portion and a second panel portion which are identical. Each panel portion includes an outer profiled sheet and an inner backing tray with a foam core therebetween. The panel portions each have external sheet overlap parts and backing sheet overlap parts. The corresponding overlap parts of adjacent panel portions are bonded together at the overlap. The bonding may be by an adhesive.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04C 1/00 - Building elements of block or other shape for the construction of parts of buildings

Abstract

An insulating panel 1 comprises a first sheet 2 with trapezoidal formations 12 and a second sheet 3. There is an insulating core 4 comprising a main polymeric foam body 4, such as of polyisocyansurate or phenolic foam, and a recycled foam portion. The recycled foam portion is of substantially the same formulation as that of the main foam body. Shredded foam pieces 25 are directly incorporated into the panel, for example into one or more of the profiled recesses 12 defined by crowns in the sheet 2. In the invention the recycled foam portion is introduced prior to lay-down of liquid foam reactants to ensure that the recycled foam portion is integrated into the main foam body.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04C 2/292 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups at least one of the materials being insulating composed of insulating material and sheet metal
• E04D 3/35 - Roofing slabs or stiff sheets comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation
• B32B 27/00 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin

Abstract

An insulating panel system (1) comprises a composite panel (2) with an opening (3) provided therethrough. A translucent panel (4) is mounted to the composite panel (2) by an upstand frame (5) and an upstand capping (6). The upstand frame (5) comprises four upstand frame elements (20) and the upstand capping (6) comprises four capping elements (21) which are both typically of extruded plastics such as PVC. At least some are interengagable, by snap-fitting. Each upstand element (20) has a lower outwardly extending projection (30) which engages the inner liner sheet (11) of the composite panel adjacent the panel opening (3). A structural adhesive (19) is applied at the joint to ensure fixing and joint sealing. The upstand element (20) also has an upper seat (31) with a polymeric seal (32) projecting therefrom. The seal (32) may be co-extruded with the upstand element (20). In use, the edge of the translucent panel (4) is located on the seat (31) and the seal (32) engages against the inner face of the panel (4). When the translucent panel (4) is in place at least some of the capping elements (21) are snap fitted over the upstand elements (20). Each capping element (21) also has a seal (35) which engages against the outer face of the translucent panel (4).

IPC Classes  ?

• E04D 3/35 - Roofing slabs or stiff sheets comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation
• E04D 13/03 - Sky-lightsDomesVentilating sky-lights

Abstract

A building 210 has a plurality of insulating panels including wall panels 21 1 and roof panels 212. At least some of the passageways have passageways therein for a heat exchange medium. A heat transfer system 200 comprises the panels 21 1, 212 and a heat pump 230 which is provided with pre-heated air which has passed through the panels 21 1, 212. Energy is drawn from an output circuit 250 of the heat pump 230.

IPC Classes  ?

• F24D 5/10 - Hot-air central heating systemsExhaust-gas central heating systems operating without discharge of hot air into the space or area to be heated with hot air led through heat-exchange ducts in the walls, floor, or ceiling
• E04D 3/35 - Roofing slabs or stiff sheets comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation
• F24J 2/04 - Solar heat collectors having working fluid conveyed through collector

Abstract

A translucent panel 1 comprises a single body of translucent polycarbonate material, the single body comprising a profiled outer weather skin 2, an inner liner skin 3 and, a multiwall support 4 between the inner liner 3 and the weather skin 2. The panel 1 has an integral overlap portion 10 at one end of the panel. This is used for overlapping with other panels such as composite insulating roof or wall panels 18 of similar profile. The outer weather skin 2 is profiled to define a number of raised profiles 30 which may, for example be crown - shaped. The panel comprises a reinforcing means which may be provided by a reinforcing strip 30 which is accommodated in a pocket 30 formed in or provided by the multiwall support 4 inboard of the outer weather skin 2. The reinforcing strip 30 may be provided in the underlap crown 15 of the translucent panel for reinforcing the joint between the translucent panel and the adjacent overlapping panel 19. The strip 30 extends substantially the length of the panel and improves the spanability of the panel by 3 to 4 times in non - fragility / drop testing.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04C 2/54 - Slab-like translucent elements
• E04D 3/28 - Roof covering by making use of flat or curved slabs or stiff sheets with special cross-section, e.g. with corrugations on both sides, with ribs, flanges, or the like of glass

Abstract

A heat transfer system comprises a plurality of insulating panels (60) used to construct at least part of a building. Each of the panels (60) has a plurality of air passageways (7) therein. The system comprises plenum chambers defined by housings (61) into which air from the panel passageways (7) is drawn. The housings (61) have outlets (62) for discharge of air. Plenum housings (61) of varying lengths (dependant on building design) span across connecting passageways (65) between the air passageways (7) and the housings (61). The plenum chamber (61) comprises a panel side sub-chamber (70) and a room side sub-chamber 71 which are divided by a partition wall (72). A fan (73) is mounted to the partition wall (72) and draws air from the panel air passageways (7) into the panel side sub-chamber (70) and into the room side sub-chamber (71) for discharge through the outlets (62). The system comprises control means for controlling the operation of the fan (73) and hence the flow of air from ihe panels (100) into the room.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04C 2/52 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by the shape or structure with special adaptations for auxiliary purposes, e.g. serving for locating conduits
• E04D 3/35 - Roofing slabs or stiff sheets comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation
• F24J 2/04 - Solar heat collectors having working fluid conveyed through collector
• F24J 2/20 - the working fluid being conveyed between plates
• F24J 2/51 - Thermal insulation (F24J 2/50 takes precedence)
• E04C 2/292 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups at least one of the materials being insulating composed of insulating material and sheet metal

Abstract

An insulated panel comprises a generally flat external facing 2. a profiled internal decking sheet 3, and an insulating core 4 between the external facing 2 and internal sheet 3. The internal sheet 3 is typically of steel material. The core 4 is of polyurethane or polyisocyanurate foam material which fills the space between the facing 2, and the sheet 3. The panel 1 is generally used for a flat or low pitch roofing system. The outer flat facing 2 may comprise a weather membrane or may have a prebonded weather membrane such as a plastics membrane, for example of polyvinylchloride. In this case the PVC membrane is heat sealed at the panel joint when assembled on site. The outer facing 2 may alternatively comprise a prebonded bitchumen type membrane to which a further bitchumen type membrane may be applied on site. The outer facing 2 may also not have a prebonded weather membrane. In this case, a weather membrane such as a PVC membrane may be applied on site. The internal sheet 3 has profiled joint-forming portions for connecting adjacent panels, on assembly. One side edge of the insulating core 4 has a first step 23 which defines a projecting part 20 and the opposite side edge has a step 24 which defines a recess part 21. The projecting and recess parts 20, 21 interengage an assembly of adjacent like panels.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 3/00 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form
• E04D 3/35 - Roofing slabs or stiff sheets comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation
• E04D 3/362 - ConnectingFastening by specially-profiled marginal portions of the slabs or sheets by locking the edge of one slab or sheet within the profiled marginal portion of the adjacent slab or sheet, e.g. using separate connecting elements

Abstract

An insulating panel (1) comprises a first sheet (2), a second sheet (4), and a body of insulating foam (5) between the sheets (2), (4). The foam (5) has a plurality of longitudinally extending conduits (7) through which a heat exchange medium such as air is circulated. A barrier (10) is used to create an enlarged void space for air circulation. The. barrier is located below profile crowns (3) to prevent foam from entering the crowns (3) and to create additional foam - free voids below the crown. Heat transfer efficiency is increased.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04C 2/52 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by the shape or structure with special adaptations for auxiliary purposes, e.g. serving for locating conduits
• B29C 44/58 - Moulds
• E04D 3/35 - Roofing slabs or stiff sheets comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation
• F24D 3/16 - Tube and panel arrangements for ceiling, wall, or underfloor heating mounted on, or adjacent to, a ceiling, wall or floor

Abstract

An insulating panel includes a first sheet, a second sheet, and a body of insulating foam between the sheets. The foam has a plurality of longitudinally extending conduits through which a heat exchange medium such as air is circulated. A barrier is used to create an enlarged void space for air circulation. The barrier is located below profile crowns to prevent foam from entering the crowns and to create additional foam-free voids below the crown. Heat transfer efficiency is increased.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04B 1/74 - Heat, sound or noise insulation, absorption, or reflectionOther building methods affording favourable thermal or acoustical conditions, e.g. accumulating of heat within walls

Abstract

An insulating panel (1) comprises a first sheet (2), a second sheet (4), and a body of insulating foam (5) between the sheets (2), (4). The foam (5) has a plurality of longitudinally extending conduits (7) through which a heat exchange medium such as air is circulated. A barrier (10) is used to create an enlarged void space for air circulation. The. barrier is located below profile crowns (3) to prevent foam from entering the crowns (3) and to create additional foam - free voids below the crown. Heat transfer efficiency is increased.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04C 2/52 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by the shape or structure with special adaptations for auxiliary purposes, e.g. serving for locating conduits
• E04D 3/35 - Roofing slabs or stiff sheets comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation
• B29C 44/58 - Moulds
• F24D 3/16 - Tube and panel arrangements for ceiling, wall, or underfloor heating mounted on, or adjacent to, a ceiling, wall or floor

Abstract

A composite cladding panel 1 comprises a backing tray 2 and an external skin 3 with a layer of foam insulation 4 therebetween. A plurality of spacers 10 are attached to the external skin 3. The spacers 10 are of top-hat form with mounting legs 41 for mounting to the skin 3 and a support 40 to which side edge clips 20 are mounted. The clips 20 have spaced-apart formations 21 that engage in corresponding side edge recesses 22 of tiles 5. The top hat spacers 10 space the tiles 5 apart from the skin 3 of the panel so that the tiles 5 define with the skin 3 ventilation passageways 30 which can remove moisture.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04C 2/292 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups at least one of the materials being insulating composed of insulating material and sheet metal
• E04F 13/08 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of a plurality of similar covering or lining elements

Abstract

A composite cladding panel 1 comprises a backing tray 2 and an external skin 3 with a layer of foam insulation material 4 such as a phenolic or polyurethane based foam material therebetween. One of the skins, in this case the external skin 3 has a plurality of tongue and mortise blocks 5 fastened to the panel 1 by fasteners 12. Each fastener 12 comprises a peel rivet having a mandrel, a stress plate, and a main body. Pilot holes 13 are first drilled through the blocks 5 and the rivet 12 is inserted. On operation of a rivet gun the main body curls up 22 and is clamped against the inside surface of the external skin 3. The blocks 5 are thereby efficiently and effectively clamped to the external skin 3. A composite insulating panel with an integrated high performance brick cladding is provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04F 13/08 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of a plurality of similar covering or lining elements
• E04C 2/292 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups at least one of the materials being insulating composed of insulating material and sheet metal
• E04C 2/288 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups at least one of the materials being insulating composed of insulating material and concrete, stone or stone-like material

Abstract

An insulating medium comprises a plurality of hollow microbodies which are gas impermeable and have a low aspect ratio. The hollow bodies may be microspheres which are formed from a glass material. The microbodies are bonded in a resin such as a phenolic, polyurethane or polyisocyanurate material. The hollow microbodies have an internal void pressure of less than 0.1 bar a. Panels formed from such an insulating medium are described. Such panels have superior insulating properties and can be punctured by a nail or cut to size without adversely affecting its insulating properties.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 26/02 - Macromolecular compounds

Abstract

A composite insulating panel (17) comprises a profiled external sheet (2) having a plurality of raised crowns (3) of generally trapezoidal form, an inner liner sheet (4) and a body of insulating foam (5) between the sheets (2, 4). The panel (1) has an integral heat collecting means for transfer of heat from one source to another. In one case there are inner conduit (21) through which a heat transfer medium is circulated to extract heat from inside a building and outer conduits (8) for collection of solar heat (9). The panel (17) may be used as part of a heating/cooling/ventilation system.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04C 2/52 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by the shape or structure with special adaptations for auxiliary purposes, e.g. serving for locating conduits
• F24D 3/16 - Tube and panel arrangements for ceiling, wall, or underfloor heating mounted on, or adjacent to, a ceiling, wall or floor
• F24D 5/10 - Hot-air central heating systemsExhaust-gas central heating systems operating without discharge of hot air into the space or area to be heated with hot air led through heat-exchange ducts in the walls, floor, or ceiling

Abstract

An insulated panel (1) comprises a first panel portion (2) and a second panel portion (3) which are identical. Each panel portion (2, 3) comprises an outer profiled sheet (5) and an inner backing tray with a foam core (7) therebetween. The panel portions (2, 3) each have external sheet overlap parts (10, 11) and backing sheet overlap parts (23, 24). The corresponding overlap parts (10, 11, 23, 24) of adjacent panel portions (2, 3) are bonded together at the overlap. The bonding may be by an adhesive (15).

IPC Classes  ?

• E04C 2/292 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups at least one of the materials being insulating composed of insulating material and sheet metal
• E04D 3/35 - Roofing slabs or stiff sheets comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation

Abstract

A translucent wall panel (1) comprises a single body of translucent polycarbonate material comprising skin wall means and a multiwall support (4) extending between the skin wall means. The skin wall means comprises an outer weather wall (2), an inner liner wall (3), a longitudinally extending first side (5) and a longitudinally extending second side (6) opposite to the first side. The first side (5) has outer projecting and recess parts and the second side (6) has outer projecting and recess parts. The projecting and recess parts of the first side (5) are of mating form with corresponding recess and projecting parts respectively of the second side 6 for engagement between the first side (5) of one panel A and the second side of another like panel B. The sides (5, 6) have additional spacer recesses (51, 52) which are aligned so that when two similar panels (50) are aligned adjacent to one another as illustrated in Fig. 5 a spacer element (60) bridges a gap between the panels (50) and a support frame element (80) such as a purlin.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04B 7/22 - Roofs consisting of self-supporting slabs, e.g. able to be loaded the slabs having insulating properties, e.g. being laminated with layers of insulating material
• E04C 2/54 - Slab-like translucent elements

Abstract

An insulated panel (1) comprises a first panel portion (2) and a second panel portion (3) which are identical. Each panel portion (2, 3) comprises an outer profiled sheet (5) and an inner backing tray with a foam core (7) therebetween. The panel portions (2, 3) each have external sheet overlap parts (10, 11) and backing sheet overlap parts (23, 24). The corresponding overlap parts (10, 11, 23, 24) of adjacent panel portions (2, 3) are bonded together at the overlap. The bonding may be by an adhesive (15).

IPC Classes  ?

• E04C 2/292 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups at least one of the materials being insulating composed of insulating material and sheet metal
• E04D 3/35 - Roofing slabs or stiff sheets comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation

Abstract

A translucent panel (1) comprises a single body of translucent material. The single body comprising an outer weather skin (2), an inner liner skin (3) and a multiwall support (4) between the outer weather skin (2) and the inner liner skin (3). The inner liner skin (3), outer weather skin (2) and multiwall support (4) all being of translucent material. The panel (1) further comprises an integral overlap portion (10) at least one end and/or side thereof. An end edge (60) of the overlap portion is heat sealed to prevent any ingress.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04C 2/54 - Slab-like translucent elements
• E04D 3/28 - Roof covering by making use of flat or curved slabs or stiff sheets with special cross-section, e.g. with corrugations on both sides, with ribs, flanges, or the like of glass
• B29C 67/00 - Shaping techniques not covered by groups , or

Abstract

A composite cladding panel has an internal skin or backing tray (2), and an external skin (3) with foam insulation (4) between the tray (2) and skin (3). A pre-formed gasket (20) is bonded to the external skin (3) and a coating (30) is applied to the external skin (3) of the panel and to an outer face (21) of the gasket (20) to provide a surface finish such as a textured finish. No joint is visible between the coated skins (3) of adjacent panels.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04F 13/08 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of a plurality of similar covering or lining elements
• E04C 2/292 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups at least one of the materials being insulating composed of insulating material and sheet metal

Abstract

A building panel assembly comprises a translucent panel (2) and a spacer (4) to bridge the gap between the translucent panel (2) and a support such as a purlin (3). The spacer (4) is not pre-attached to the translucent panel (2) but is coupled on site to the purlin (3) using a magnetic effect. In this way the spacer is conveniently held in place on the purlin whilst the translucent panel is aligned and then fixed in place using a fixing pin (5).

IPC Classes  ?

• E04D 3/36 - ConnectingFastening
• E04C 2/54 - Slab-like translucent elements
• E04D 3/28 - Roof covering by making use of flat or curved slabs or stiff sheets with special cross-section, e.g. with corrugations on both sides, with ribs, flanges, or the like of glass
• E04D 13/03 - Sky-lightsDomesVentilating sky-lights
• E04F 13/08 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of a plurality of similar covering or lining elements

Abstract

A roof system comprises a lower layer of composite insulating panels (2), a protective barrier layer (3) and an upper decorative layer (4) which provides a roof garden. The panels (2) comprise a profiled internal sheet (5), a generally flat external sheet (6) with an insulating core (7) therebetween. The panels (2) provide a mechanically strong roof structure to support the garden layer (4). The panels (2) are protected by a roof barrier membrane (11).

IPC Classes  ?

• E04D 3/35 - Roofing slabs or stiff sheets comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation
• E04B 7/22 - Roofs consisting of self-supporting slabs, e.g. able to be loaded the slabs having insulating properties, e.g. being laminated with layers of insulating material
• E04D 11/00 - Roof covering, as far as not restricted to features covered by only one of groups Roof covering in ways not provided for by groups

Abstract

A flooring system comprises a preformed composite panel having a first sheet (2), a second sheet (3) and a core of insulating material between the first and second sheets (2, 3). In one case the sheet (2) is a generally flat top sheet and the sheet (3) is a profiled bottom sheet. A floor such as a wood effect floor (5) is laid over the flat top sheet (2). An acoustic barrier layer 6 is located between the floor (5) and the sheet (2). The profiling of the sheet (3) defines channels (7) for location of service ducts/conduits (11). A planar facing (8) is applied over the profiled sheet, bridging the channels (7).

IPC Classes  ?

• E04B 5/10 - Load-carrying floor structures formed substantially of prefabricated units with metal beams or girders, e.g. with steel lattice girders
• E04C 2/292 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups at least one of the materials being insulating composed of insulating material and sheet metal

Abstract

An insulating panel comprises sheets (1, 2) with a body (3) of insulating foam between the sheets. The insulating material has a vacuum insulated panel (4) embedded therein. The panel is substantially thinner than corresponding panels without a vacuum insulated panel (4).

IPC Classes  ?

• E04B 1/80 - Heat insulating elements slab-shaped

Abstract

A roof panel for a flat or low pitch roof comprises an inner metal sheet liner or decking (2), an outer liner scrim (3) and a body (4) of insulation therebetween. The scrim (3) for receiving a waterproof membrane may be a glass fibre scrim bonded to cellulose/polyester tissue or a bitumen-impregnated scrim.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04D 3/35 - Roofing slabs or stiff sheets comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation