Ever heard of TP600 instillation of windows

fairp

Ever heard of TP600 instillation of windows
I have had a few quotes to put windows in. Only one supplier mentioned using TP600 to install windows. There is not much information out there to say whether it is a better option to the usual way (I'm not sure what the usual method would be) of installing windows, or if its one in the same. My quotes have all been within €100 of each other (for 5 windows) so the cost between suppliers is no big difference, but this might sway me towards or away from this particular company.

With a quick google I see that Irish energy assessors use/sell it (Im not really sure what Irish energy assessors do) It was used in the windows in Dublin airport.


I'm too new a member to put a link in, but here is a quote from their website.

"Protection from weather, ability to move and the capability to breathe are necessary for the long term endurance of your development and could be weakened by means of incorrect sealing materials or systems. Professional joint sealing aided by the right materials and professional personal is vital.

Irish Energy Assessors is now installing the Tremco illbruck Compriband TP600 product for sealing the broad range of joints in almost any facade. We find the illbruck Compriband TP600 works well to stop the negative impact of wind driven rain, uncontrolled air and heat leakage, as well as the build-up of moisture or condensation even while completely supporting the designed movement of the structure. We offer both supply and fit and/or supply only of the Compriband TP600 Impregnated Joint Sealant Tape."

Strolling Bones

No

BryanF

Fairp please have a read of the forum charter, re naming / discussing companies thankshttp://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2055036302

fairp

I honestly give up trying to find help or advice
Trying to edit the post brings me to a blank page and I don't see anywhere to delete it.

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fatty pang

fairp wrote: »

Ever heard of TP600 instillation of windows
....There is not much information out there to say whether it is a better option to the usual way (I'm not sure what the usual method would be) of installing windows, or if its one in the same.

It’s good stuff- if it’s used properly. There’s an apartment block on Cork St (blue composite windows for those that know it) and several office blocks in Citywest where a cursory glance will show it’s been used in a ‘sub-optimal’ fashion. To ensure optimum performance the surface of the reveal has to be flush – raked mortar joints in brick are off the menu - and the right thickness of tape has to be used to get the corect compression.
It’s often used in parts of the UK where the windows are fitted into a flush reveal rather than the checked reveal fitting that is common used here and in Scotland. With certain types of composite windows where the sash sits in front of the frame it is the most effective way to seal the window to the structure.
I’m not sure why it’s being proposed in this instance though. The NHBC Standards manual notes that “In Scotland, Northern Ireland and areas of Very Severe exposure in England, Wales and the Isle of Man, ‘check’ reveals should be used…. In Scotland, Northern Ireland and areas of Very Severe exposure in England, Wales and the Isle of Man, it is not acceptable to fix window frames in the outer leaf of external walls.”. Our topography and climate are on a par with NI and Scotland.

hexosan

fatty pang wrote: »

It’s good stuff- if it’s used properly. There’s an apartment block on Cork St (blue composite windows for those that know it) and several office blocks in Citywest where a cursory glance will show it’s been used in a ‘sub-optimal’ fashion. To ensure optimum performance the surface of the reveal has to be flush – raked mortar joints in brick are off the menu - and the right thickness of tape has to be used to get the corect compression.
It’s often used in parts of the UK where the windows are fitted into a flush reveal rather than the checked reveal fitting that is common used here and in Scotland. With certain types of composite windows where the sash sits in front of the frame it is the most effective way to seal the window to the structure.
I’m not sure why it’s being proposed in this instance though. The NHBC Standards manual notes that “In Scotland, Northern Ireland and areas of Very Severe exposure in England, Wales and the Isle of Man, ‘check’ reveals should be used…. In Scotland, Northern Ireland and areas of Very Severe exposure in England, Wales and the Isle of Man, it is not acceptable to fix window frames in the outer leaf of external walls.”. Our topography and climate are on a par with NI and Scotland.

Very helpful

Strolling Bones wrote: »

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