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'See through' Radiant Barrier window attachment?
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Liteline companies ‘In’Flector’I was introduced to this product around a month ago, however, it apperently has been around many years. I had never heard of it and was wondering if anyone on this…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Hal Skinner Apr 5, 2012.

Energy analysis on converted steel storage containers?
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Many of the manufacturers insulate and add air conditioners to these units. They are used as offices, school classrooms, conditioned storage buildings, mountain homes, etc.Anyone ever done an energy…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Hal Skinner Oct 20, 2011.

ACEEE Energy Efficiency Finance 101: Understanding the marketplace

Received this email from the ACEEE. It appears to be the first in a series of articles. Since everyone seems to want financing, thought I would pass this along as it might be very useful. Dear…Continue

Started Aug 15, 2011

Ballasted roofs. How prevalent and how effective at energy efficiency are they?
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I dont see a whole lot of these in my area. Until recently I did not realize that they can be designed to meet 'Cool Roof'. specifications. How many of these do you see in your area? These are…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Hal Skinner Aug 5, 2011.

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Bijou Lulla replied to Hal Skinner's discussion Building a case for energy efficiency upgrades in the group Marketing Energy Efficiency

"Has anyone done a case study post installation - on the benefits that were perceived before investment and the actual benefits that materialized post the Energy Efficient retrofit? Will be happy if you share some details with us. "

Apr 13

Barry NewDelman replied to Hal Skinner's discussion Building a case for energy efficiency upgrades in the group Marketing Energy Efficiency

"I do not know if this still an active discussion, since it goes back to July 2011. However, I think it's important for me to indicate to those who have interests that I totally agree with this or that building owners when asked…"

Apr 2

Don Morgan commented on Hal Skinner's video

White radiant barrier paint vs standard white paint

"I am amazed by the results from the use of ceramic paints on mobile homes. The use of ceramic paints on the roofs solves a huge problem that mobile home owners run into when it is evident that the insulation in the roof is breaking down, but…"

Feb 22

Hal Skinner replied to James White's discussion Russian Wood Stoves (Masonry Stoves)

""Indian build small fire, sit close, stays warem White man build big fire,m sit way back, freezes to death"."

Nov 29, 2012

Robert Riversong replied to Hal Skinner's discussion Different classifications of radiant barrier materials

""you need thermal mass to achieve any kind of 'R' value" Thermal mass and R-value are two entirely distinct properties. Thermal insulations are merely materials, usually very low-mass materials, that trap dead air. Radiant…"

Sep 2, 2012

Bud Poll replied to Hal Skinner's discussion Different classifications of radiant barrier materials

"Hi Hal, Tamasin, and Joshua, I'm far from ready for this discussion, but I can pose an application for consideration and see if survives the critique and yes it uses a radiant barrier. Since I didn't want to steal Hal's…"

Aug 28, 2012

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Different classifications of radiant barrier materials

I am one of those people involved with ‘a’ radiant barrier product, just one. Over the years I have tested ours vs a few dozen of our competitors. There are different types of radiant barrier materials out there. Ours is a radiant barrier coating, an ENERGY STAR ‘Cool Roof’ coating. I wish someone in charge of these would create a seperate classification just for the coatings. I hate it when the coating classification gets lumped in with the aluminum foil types and the others. If you…See More

Aug 28, 2012

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Joshua Knittel replied to Hal Skinner's discussion Different classifications of radiant barrier materials

"First off, a reputable radiant barrier dealer / installer should never claim that a radiant barrier will address anything but "radiant heat gain". It is asinine to assume that it would or should have any affect on conduction or…"

Aug 27, 2012

Hal Skinner replied to Craig Bird's discussion Insulating rooftop ducts with spray foam - retro - hot/dry climate

"Hi Craig. It was no glitch. One requirement of coatings is to report annual sales. Or head office failed to do that so the star was removed. There is also a new requirement that emissivity be checked at the three year mark,…"

Jun 14, 2012

Hal Skinner replied to Craig Bird's discussion Insulating rooftop ducts with spray foam - retro - hot/dry climate

"The last time anyone looked at the list / downloaded the list was on Feb 01 2012 at 13:30 hrs. We are on page 17. A couple years after Cerama-Tech, 2 more showed up, 'Cera'-Tech and 'Ceram'-Tech. …"

May 15, 2012

Hal Skinner replied to Craig Bird's discussion Insulating rooftop ducts with spray foam - retro - hot/dry climate

"Just called the corporate office and nobody knows why. EPA is already closed, will be calling them tomorrow."

May 15, 2012

Hal Skinner replied to Craig Bird's discussion Insulating rooftop ducts with spray foam - retro - hot/dry climate

"You can find our certifications on this page of our site, both our Energy Star Certification and our Emissivity certification. We were one of the first few dozen to achieve it. Then they started allowing the manufacturers to…"

May 15, 2012

Hal Skinner replied to Craig Bird's discussion Insulating rooftop ducts with spray foam - retro - hot/dry climate

"Hi Craig, I have been coating rooftop AC ynits and exoosed metal ductwork since 1988. Our coating later became on of the first Energy Star 'Cool Roof' coatings. It is a roof coating and can also be used as an exterior or…"

May 15, 2012

Hal Skinner joined Robyn Hall's group

ACI (Affordable Comfort, Inc.)

ACI (Affordable Comfort, Inc.) is a nonprofit organization providing cutting-edge information, education and best practices in the area of residential building construction known as home performance and weatherization. Through national and regional educational and networking events, ACI provides innovative building science knowledge presented by renowned industry experts focused on advancing residential energy efficiency nationwide. It is our…See More

May 10, 2012

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Hal Skinner replied to Craig Bird's discussion Your thoughts on wiring fiberglass batts to the roof deck (hot dry climate)

"Hi Craig, I have only seen batts against the attic ceiling a handful of times. I an in Northern California. Not a heavy humidity climate. In the times I have seen these, they had all dropped / sagged down and were no longer…"

Apr 27, 2012

Hal Skinner replied to Craig Bird's discussion Insulating flat roof with 7" cavity with roof tear-off

"We coat AC units, plenums, flex and metal ducts on the roof and in the attic or air spaces with our Cool Roof coating. I have done a few in Yuma. They were flat roofs (Mineral capsheet) and stucco walls; Hundreds of cracks in the…"

Apr 17, 2012

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Company: www.ct-coating.com

Professional Certification: Manufacturer Engineering Rep for over 25 years

Professional Interests: Energy Conservation - residential, commercial, industrial

Website URL: http://www.ct-coating.com

Very versatile coating

APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE

EXTERIOR WALLS
SOUND WALLS
INTERIOR WALLS
METAL ROOFS
INTERIOR CEILINGS
INDUSTRIAL METAL ROOFS
MOBILE HOME ROOFS
FLAT ROOFS
MOBILE HOME EXTERIOR WALLS
SHINGLE PLY ROOFS
MOBILE HOME INTERIOR WALLS
CEILINGS BUILT UP ROOFS
ROOFTOP AC UNITS AND DUCTS
ASPHALT ROOFS
HEATER DUCTS EPDM ROOFS
BOILERS & STEAM PIPES
RES. WATER HEATERS & PIPES
COMMERCIAL CHILLER PIPES
ATTIC METAL DUCTS
REFRIGERATED TRUCK TRAILERS
ATTIC FLEX DUCTS
WATER HEATERS
ATTIC WATER HEATERS
SCHOOL MODULAR UNITS
ATTIC AC UNITS
SCHOOL BUS ROOFS
BOAT BOTTOMS
MOTOR HOME ROOFS
ATTIC ROOF DECKS
PROPANE TANKS
POULTRY HOUSES
WALK IN FREEZERS
WALK IN REFRIGERATORS
PATIO DECKS
METAL AWNINGS
ICE STORAGE BOXES
ICE CHESTS
GRAIN SILOS
ETC, ETC, ETC.

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New Energy Star requirements for Cool Roof coatings

I was forwarded an email that originated from the Energy Star Heat Island group. This was something I was not aware of. I have changed the font to red for the main point of my own comments below the quoted part of the email.

"This call will provide an overview of the revised requirements for ENERGY STAR labeling of roofing products. The focus will be on the certification and verification processes. Beginning January 2011, labeling requires third- party…

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Posted on April 6, 2011 at 5:00pm — 3 Comments

New applications for an Energy Star 'Cool Roof' coating.

I work with two contractors; one is in Denison Texas and the other in Sacramento, CA. …

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