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Folding / Operable Partitions?
Schools-2009 IEQc4.6:Low-Emitting Materials—Ceiling and Wall Systemsposted by Joanna Switzer on
I expected that Operable partitions (Div 10 panelized/movable ceiling suspended systems) would need to meet the testing criteria for this credit, but am not having much luck finding qualified assem
Wall Panels, Tack Boards, Marker Boards
Schools-2009 IEQc4.6:Low-Emitting Materials—Ceiling and Wall Systemsposted by Cheryl Burkinshaw on
We're all still struggling with this credit in our office and trying to determine whether or not we stand a change of getting this point, or if we should abandon it.
MEP related insulation
Schools-2009 IEQc4.6:Low-Emitting Materials—Ceiling and Wall Systemsposted by Linda Davisson on
The credit language indicates "insulation" as one of the materials subject to this credit.
Joint Compound
Schools-2009 IEQc4.6:Low-Emitting Materials—Ceiling and Wall Systemsposted by Michele Helou on
Joint Compound? Is it a sealant for IEQc4.1 or part of the wall system for IEQc4.6?
Is Cradle-to-Cradle Certification acceptable?
Schools-2009 IEQc4.6:Low-Emitting Materials—Ceiling and Wall Systemsposted by Chris Moore on
I have a styrofoam insulation that has zero VOC out put. The supplier claims it undergoes VOC small scale chamber testing by MBDC and the product is cradle-to-cradle certified.
Greenguard GGPS.001
Schools-2009 IEQc4.6:Low-Emitting Materials—Ceiling and Wall Systemsposted by Chris Sanders on
If a gypsum board wall material has been certified under Greenguard GGPS.001, does this mean that it has achieved the testing and product requirements established in IEQ Credit 4.6?
Cellulose Insulation and CA 01350
Schools-2009 IEQc4.6:Low-Emitting Materials—Ceiling and Wall Systemsposted by Allison Zuchman on
I have found manufacturer documentation for all materials on a school project required to meet IEQ4.6 except for one product, a cellulose insulation (ICC Celbar).
Elevator cabs
Schools-2009 IEQc4.6:Low-Emitting Materials—Ceiling and Wall Systemsposted by Linda Davisson on
Often the finishes in an elevator cab are inert materials/non-emitting such as metal panels for walls and plastic unit lighting for ceilings.
IEQ 4.6
Schools-2009 IEQc4.6:Low-Emitting Materials—Ceiling and Wall Systemsposted by Stephanie Santiago on
Where would joint compound be categorized? I don't believe it needs to be in the low emitting adhesives and sealants category but I could be wrong. I am currently classifying it under IEQ4.6.
Injected foam insulation with 0 g/L VOCs
Schools-2009 IEQc4.6:Low-Emitting Materials—Ceiling and Wall Systemsposted by Erin Holdenried on
I have a project using Injected foam insulation with 0 g/L VOCs. Does this product meet the credit intent? Or must it meet the specific CDHS testing requirements?