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RadTherm Analysis EcoStud Z Furring versus Steel Stud (Winter). RadTherm Model Setup. -100 W/m 2. Wall Top View. (Heat Loss for a ~32F Winter Day). Concrete. Polystyrene Foam Board (1.5 inch). Stud 25 gauge Steel Versus 0.09inch EcoStud (16 inches on center). Gypsum Board
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RadTherm Model Setup -100 W/m2 Wall Top View (Heat Loss for a ~32F Winter Day) Concrete Polystyrene Foam Board (1.5 inch) Stud 25 gauge Steel Versus 0.09inch EcoStud (16 inches on center) Gypsum Board (0.5 inch) FOUO UNCLASSIFIED
RadTherm Model Setup Polystyrene Foam Board (1.5 inch) Concrete (10 inch) -100 W/m2 Gypsum Board (0.5 inch) Wall Side View FOUO UNCLASSIFIED
Concrete Results Interior Surface Temperatures of Gypsum EcoStud Steel Stud FOUO UNCLASSIFIED
Concrete Results Interior Surface Temperatures of Foam and Stud EcoStud Steel Stud FOUO UNCLASSIFIED
Concrete Results Exterior Concrete Surface Temperatures EcoStud Steel Stud FOUO UNCLASSIFIED
Conclusion • Steel studs pull heat away from the interior gypsum wall. The heat conducts along the stud and through to the exterior wall of the building. • EcoStuds are considerably less conductive and minimize the heat that is transferred (lost) to the exterior environment. This results in less energy requirements to maintain a comfortable air temperature within the building. FOUO UNCLASSIFIED