A combination of
insulation products from Sto Ltd has been used to provide a robust external
wall insulation system for a new rugby club building in Scotland.
StoTherm Classic K
external wall insulation, Sto Armat Classic reinforcing mortar and StoSilco
façade render have been used on the new Canal Parks Rugby Club Pavilion
building in Inverness.
In order to provide
effective thermal performance, the project was required to achieve a U-value of
0.18 W/m²K. “Sto is recognized as the market leader in insulation so it was an
ideal choice for this project,” comments Ross Whittaker of project architects
Capita Symonds.
“Thermal performance
was not the only requirement though. The nature of the building means that it
might be subject to impact from sports balls, and the pavilion also stands in a
fairly isolated location where there is the potential for vandalism. The cement-free
composition of the reinforcing coat offered the impact resistance, ruggedness
and resistance to cracking that were equally important considerations. Sto also
worked closely with us and their input helped to ensure a successful end
result.”
The StoTherm Classic K
system provides outstanding thermal insulation and market-leading impact
resistance of 60 joules. This is up to 10 times greater than similar
cementitious systems and so was the ideal choice for the rugby club environment
where it might be subject to impact. The thoroughly proven system was fixed to
the pavilion walls using StoLevell Uni mineralic reinforcing mortar, which
allowed for fast, easy and secure installation.
“The Sto system is
straightforward to install, and it allowed us to accommodate any areas of
detailing that were required,” adds Bill Smith
of G & R Ross, who installed the Sto system. “The surfaces were finished
with StoSilco K silicone resin render to create
a high level of water repellence, providing resistance to the growth of
algae and fungus. This will help the pavilion retain its attractive
appearance.”
“The
pavilion has a very modern design with clean lines and large areas of glass on
the first storey, and the smooth finish of the Sto system compliments that
design perfectly,” adds Sto Account Manager Jim Reid. “This project also
demonstrates our ability to provide a portfolio of integrated products, and our
willingness to work alongside the various other parties involved in a project
to ensure that the end result meets their requirements as closely as possible.”
The creation of the
Canal Parks Pavilion formed part of the recently opened Inverness West Link
Stage 1 Project.
