Thermal mass explained. Thermal mass: what it is, how it is used and how it is measured
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Abstract
Introduces thermal mass, with guidance for designing and using on a year-round basis. Details various measurement techniques and compliance guidelines for Part L of the Building Regulations.
History
Supersedes: Thermal mass explained. Thermal mass: What it is and how it’s used (TCC, 2015). Ref. TCC/05/11. First published 2009, reprinted with amendments - January 2012 and January 2015, this version printed February 2019. Published by The Concrete Centre, part of the Mineral Products Association.
ISBN
9781904818717
Subjects
- Building structure
- Concrete building systems/frame
- Environmental issues/energy
- Building systems/frame
- Thermal insulation
- Special subject areas
Publisher History
The Concrete Centre is the central development organisation for the UK concrete sector and provides material, design and construction guidance. Their aim is to enable all those involved in the design, use and performance of concrete to realise the potential of the material. Funded by 15 major cement and concrete organisations, the Concrete Centre works alongside the British Cement Association, The Concrete Society, and the ready mix and precast concrete industries to ensure an integrated approach from the concrete sector to technical support, research, education, training and information services. The Reinforced Concrete Council and the Ready Mixed Concrete Bureau are now part of The Concrete Centre.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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