Eurocell has partnered with Tremco illbruck to develop a system that’s designed to dramatically improve air tightness and weather resistance in commercial buildings.
The collaboration involved pairing Eurocell’s Modus and Logik systems with Tremco illbruck’s i3 sealing solutions, to create a seamless, high-durability connection that reportedly exceeds European standards for air permeability and water tightness.
According to Eurocell, this breakthrough solution anticipates the stricter requirements of future regulations, setting the stage for a new standard in commercial building façades.
The system was tested at Tremco CPG Europe’s research facility in Bavaria, Germany. By installing the systems within concrete frames, they replicated real-world conditions to validate durability and resilience.
Testing in line with EN 1026 (air permeability) and EN 1027 (watertightness) examined the critical window-to-wall junction as well as the full system.
The results included:
- Driving rain resistance: Withstood driving rain at 600 Pa, delivering robust protection against water ingress in extreme weather.
- Airtightness: Achieved an airtightness rating of <0.1 m³/(m·h·daPa²/³), meeting Class 4 under the UK’s BS EN 12207:2016 standard.
- Thermal efficiency: Enhanced integration with Tremco’s sealing solutions minimised air infiltration, ‘raising the bar’ for energy performance in commercial facades.
The high-performance solution is suited for various building types, from high-rise developments to commercial projects in harsh weather environments.
Kelly Hibbert, head of commercial at Eurocell, commented: “Working with illbruck has allowed us to create a truly integrated solution that brings lasting benefits to both the industry and building occupants. This partnership exemplifies how we can collectively raise standards and provide innovative products that balance performance with environmental responsibility.
“Through this collaboration, we are better equipped to support builders and developers with high-performance solutions that contribute to the efficiency and sustainability of their projects, from insulation to carbon reduction. It’s a project that speaks to our shared vision for a more resilient, energy-efficient future in the built environment.”
