STRENGTH MEETS SUSTAINABILITY: University of Florida Solar Decathlon Team Uses Accoya Wood
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STRENGTH MEETS SUSTAINABILITY:
University of Florida Solar Decathlon Team Uses Accoya Wood
The scenario: The solution:
Competing in the Solar Decathlon, an international competition The team merged elements of traditional Florida “Cracker Houses”
that challenges universities to design and build a self- with newer design strategies to design and build a dwelling that
sustaining, energy-efficient solar house, the University of could withstand a range of climatic conditions while lowering
Florida’s team, Project RE:FOCUS, sought sustainable, high- energy consumption and providing optimal livability.
performing materials for its innovative design.
Accoya wood was chosen for the five adjustable exterior shading
devices that surround the home, creating a highly adaptable
facade. These screens can be fully opened to flood the house with
sunlight or closed to control sunlight and reduce solar gain during
the summer months. They also act as a rain screen, a wind blocker
and provide privacy control. The use of Accoya wood contributes
to the house’s ability to withstand a variety of weather conditions;
with resistance to UV degradation, outstanding dimensional
stability and superior thermal properties, the Accoya wood
screens can endure extreme conditions without compromising on
strength or durability.
Dereck Winning, project lead for the University of Florida’s house,
says, “We chose Accoya wood due to its environmentally friendly
process and because it performs similar to hardwood.”
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Exterior Decoration & Internal Screening & Cladding in China:
Leading Fast Food Chain’s Roll Out a New Design for it’s Outlet Refurbishment
Material & Finish
Accoya wood dimensions 60 x 40 mm used for external decoration
and internal slatted screens. Accoya wood dimensions 60 x 40
mm, 45 x 45 mm and 40 x 40 mm used for internal wall cladding.
Finished with VMS coating.
To learn more about Accoya wood, visit Project Locations Date
www.accoya.com 1. Alongside Metro Line 2
Pu Dong District, Shanghai
Project commenced Autumn 2009
2. Cloud Nine Shopping Mall
Chang Ning District, Shanghai
3. Carrefour Supermarket
Chang Ning District, Shanghai
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Cladding & shading in the netherlands:
“Open” Cladding for the New Water Pumping Station J.J.J.M. van der Burg
Material & Finish Comments
Accoya was chosen as the project required a non-toxic, “The wood specified for the cladding needed to be FSC certified,
sustainably sourced material that could be left uncoated with durability class 1, a maximum moisture content of 14-16%
but that would be dimensionally stable and durable. and shrink class 1. These stipulations, coupled with a favorable
Aesthetically a natural look was required, permitting small lead time from Accsys, led to the selection of Accoya wood. The
knots in the wood, provided that the wood’s durability and principal was also very happy to have a wood with such good
stability performance were not compromised. This was sustainability credentials and such an impressive warranty. All in
possible with Accoya wood, which was chosen over Western all, Accoya wood is an excellent alternative to tropical hardwoods.
Red Cedar. The low equilibrium moisture content of Accoya wood prevents
the timbers from warping, splitting or moving apart, even at
The final dimension of 44 x 96 mm was cut and profiled lengths of 6 m. This means that the exterior façades will keep
from 50 x 100 mm and 75 x 100 mm pieces of Accoya looking good for many years to come.” Derko-Jan Dollen, architect.
wood in mixed qualities. The wood was left uncoated for
a naturally weathered appearance. Approximately 25 m3
sawn Accoya was used.
To learn more about Accoya wood, visit Architect Engineering Contractors
www.accoya.com S2 Architecten BV – Derko-Jan Dol-
len (currently SOOH)
Tauw BV, GMB Beton-en indus-
triebouw (civil) and Timmers BV
Principal (building)
Hoogheemraadschap van Delfland Images
Project Location © Derko-Jan Dollen
‘s-Gravenlandseweg, Monster Date
December 2009
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Solar Shading IN THE UK:
Accoya Fins Used in Bespoke Solar Shading System in Edinburgh
The scenario:
Scottish Widows’ striking Exchange Place development in
Edinburgh’s central business district comprises 210,000
square feet (c.19,500 m2) of premium office space. Standing
out from its two neighbours, Exchange Place 3 incorporates
a host of eye-catching, energy efficient features, including
a bespoke Solar Shading system and ventilation louvres by
Levolux, the UK’s leading Solar Shading specialist.
The Solar Shading System has helped to give the building the
highest green credentials, leading to an ‘Excellent’ BREEAM
rating and a B+ EPC rating. The system shades glazed areas on
each of the building’s five floors, preventing excessive solar
heat gain within the building. This is essential to maintain
a comfortable internal environment in a naturally ventilated
building, without the need for mechanical cooling or air
conditioning equipment
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“Over two years later,
the fins look and perform
as new and the colour
retention is excellent”
Peter Bowman, Partner at cre8architecture
Material & Finish:
1,060 Accoya wood fins were used in combination with glass
fins and Matrix XL Brise Soleil to prevent excessive solar heat
gain within the building, fitted to exposed elevations.
Accoya wood was selected for its stability, durability and
sustainability. Levolux was able to offer a 10 year warranty
for the finish applied to the solar shading system and a life
expectancy of 60 years. Over two years later, the fins look and
perform as new and the colour retention is excellent.
Comments:
Peter Bowman, Partner at cre8architecture, praised Levolux,
commenting; “We worked closely with Levolux to achieve the
concept design and realise the aesthetic and performance
characteristics which have helped to create a unique city
centre building.”
To learn more about Accoya wood, visit Architect Shading System
www.accoya.com cre8architecture Levolux
www.levolux.com
Location
Exchange Place, Edinburgh Date
Images October 2008;
© Levolux revisited December 2010
www.accsysplc.com UK & Ireland inquiries Other Europe inquiries USA & Canada inquiries
www.accoya.com T: +44 20 8150 8835 T: +31 26 320 1400 T: +1 800 877 610 0222
CA_UK_v1.0 © April 2011 Accsys Technologies. Accoya and the Trimarque Device are registered trademarks owned by Titan Wood
Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Accsys Technologies PLC, and may not be used or reproduced without written permission. 2 of 2
EXTERIOR DECORATION & INTERNAL SCREENING & CLADDING IN CHINA:
Leading Fast Food Chain’s Roll Out a New Design for it’s Outlet Refurbishment
Material & Finish
Accoya wood dimensions 60 x 40 mm used for external decoration
and internal slatted screens. Accoya wood dimensions 60 x 40
mm, 45 x 45 mm and 40 x 40 mm used for internal wall cladding.
Finished with VMS coating.
To learn more about Accoya wood, visit Project Locations Date
www.accoya.com 1. Alongside Metro Line 2
Pu Dong District, Shanghai
Project commenced Autumn 2009
2. Cloud Nine Shopping Mall
Chang Ning District, Shanghai
3. Carrefour Supermarket
Chang Ning District, Shanghai
www.accsysplc.com UK & Ireland inquiries Other Europe inquiries USA & Canada inquiries
www.accoya.com T: +44 1753 757500 T: +31 26 320 1400 T: +1 972 233 6565
CA_UK_v1.1 © November 2013 Accsys Technologies. Accoya and the Trimarque Device are registered trademarks owned by Titan Wood
Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Accsys Technologies PLC, and may not be used or reproduced without written permission. 1 of 1
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