The Technic

Technical data sheet


Other components required for the GBE System:

  • Cylindrical spacer
  • Reusable stackable sleeve
  • Short reusable end piece
  • Long reusable end piece
  • Washer

Thermal performance of the building envelope

The GBE System offers a wide range of wall configurations designed to meet different thermal performance requirements.

Thermal resistance (R-value) of insulation materials compatible with the GBE System according to insulation thickness (in m2.K/W)

Insulation
thickness
Polyurethane
λ = 0.022 W/(m.K)
Expanded polystyrene
λ = 0.031 W/(m.K)
Wood fibre
λ = 0.042 W/(m.K)
Stone wool
λ = 0.038 W/(m.K)
8 cm R = 3.70 R = 2.60 R = 1.90 R = 2.10
10 cm R = 4.65 R = 3.25 R = 2.35 R = 2.60
12 cm R = 5.55 R = 3.90 R = 2.85 R = 3.15
14 cm R = 6.50 R = 4.55 R = 3.30 R = 3.65
16 cm R = 7.40 R = 5.20 R = 3.80 R = 4.20
18 cm R = 8.15 R = 5.90 R = 4.25 R = 4.70
20 cm R = 9.05 R = 6.55 R = 4.75 R = 5.25
22 cm R = 10.00 R = 7.20 R = 5.20 R = 5.75

The GBE System can accommodate most required configurations. The wall thickness and insulation thickness are defined for each project by the design team according to the architectural requirements for the wall finishes (form-lined concrete, coloured concrete, choice of coatings and internal finishes) and the required thermal performance of the wall. The GBE System also allows the construction of curved cast-in-place concrete walls.