Description
The ETIXc R&D project is focused on the development of a prefabricated thermal isolation system for building enclosures with photocatalytic action, helping to improve the energy efficiency of buildings and thus to reach EU targets for this topic. The niche market on which the product is mainly focused is the thermal refurbishment of buildings. The new modular ETIXc system represents a technological advance in the construction field, both nationally and internationally. Its principal innovation lies in the design of a light architectonic and photocatalytic external enclosure, its joints between panels and the structural fixation to the existing façade. The final building solution will fit all CTE requirements. The project is implemented in partnership between FYM and PREHORQUISA, with the technological collaboration of Tecnalia. It has three main phases: P1: Design ETIXc system. P2: Process manufacturing prototype and validation at real scale in the KUBIK by Tecnalia. P3: Characterization of the system performance and the final system design.
Summary of project results
The main goal of the project is to develop a system of thermal insulation on the outside envelope, prefabricated compact, high performance, simple installation, economical and reliable. ETiCx contributes improving the energy efficiency of the building, improving indoor comfort for users, improving outdoor air quality and reducing operating costs of the building life, with commitment to reduce use of raw materials and generation of construction and demolition waste. The novelty of the production of these panels for PREHORQUISA is to produce a new type of facade (light), unlike traditional production (heavy). In addition, we have a product of thermal and acoustic insulation so that opens a new market niche not currently have, which is the rehabilitation and improvement of buildings energy.
Summary of bilateral results