Safeguarding the environment for future generations is the objective which the Kyoto Protocol has set by imposing a gradual but constant reduction in energy consumption.

Buildings are large energy consumers and the greatest waste comes from heating and cooling them.

COMFORT FOR HUMANS AND COMPATIBILITY FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

The architectural organism must be evaluated over its complete life cycle. KMG^® constructions, in fact, demonstrate all the evident eco-efficient and economic advantages if evaluated over their complete life cycle.

The polystyrene inside the KMG^® panels, in fact, must be evaluated over the whole of its life cycle and it will then be noted that it affects the environment less than other more biological insulators.

EPS SUSTAINABILITY

• it is SAFE: it does not release toxic or harmful substances and it is totally inert. It does not contain chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) or hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs). Furthermore, as it contains no organic material, it inhibits the growth of microorganisms and mould. The mechanical and thermal characteristics are supplied for the whole life of the building in which it is installed. It does not suffer permanent damage if exposed to vapour or humidity.
• it is RECYCLABLE: no waste materials are produced during production and the production process for the KMG® panel aims to optimise its cut, reducing waste to a minimum. Any leftover EPS is recycled directly in the production plant itself.
• it is NON-TOXIC: it does not create allergies and it does not damage the health of those producing or installing it.
• it is SELF-EXTINGUISHING: the EPS used for the KMG® panels is self-extinguishing so once the flame, i.e. the trigger, has been eliminated, the material does not produce flames, nor does it continue to burn.

KMG^® panels guarantee:

• Structures which are thermally insulated from the foundations
• Continuous walls without discontinuities in construction
• Total elimination of thermal bridges
• Floors and roofs with continuous insulation on the underside
• Load-bearing walls, also with a double layer of insulation

The KMG^® system achieves:

• reduction of heat exchange with the outside to a minimum
• energy saving
• reduction in CO₂ emissions and environmental and atmospheric pollution
• benefits for the environment
• economic savings

·         KMG^® considerably improves heating comfort inside house and limits energy consumption, thanks to the widespread presence of polystyrene and its extremely low level of thermal conductivity.

·         KMG^® panels allow to achieve high levels of thermal insulation to be achieved, even with minimum thicknesses and at truly competitive prices.

·         The building volume/living space ratio is thereby improved and labour, transportation and storage expenses are reduced, ensuring a lower environmental impact in the long term.

Building using KMG^® panels means creating homes which are less energy-hungry and have a high level of energy efficiency, thereby saving up to 80% of energy for as long as the building remains standing.

 

By multiplying the annual energy saving achieved with a perfectly insulated house for the whole life cycle of the building and comparing it with the cost of production, the considerable economic savings are also evident.