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Which R-Value Should I Use?
Whether you’re building a 20’ x 40’ shop in your backyard, or a 75’ x 200’ structure for your expanding business, you’ll have some important decisions to make regarding R-value. R-value…
READ MOREWhen is the Upgrade to WMP-50 Facing Worth the Extra Expense?
The facing materials that serve as vapor retarders and barriers for your fiberglass insulation are key components to the structure of your metal building. But there’s always a dilemma when…
READ MORELong Tab Banded System vs. Simple Saver Liner System
When you’re in the market for filled cavity insulation assemblies, there are two main systems you need to know: Long Tab Banded and Simple Saver Liner. But in order to…
READ MORE5 Things to Know about Adding Insulation to a Metal Building
Insulation is key to keeping your metal building’s interior comfortable, making your building more energy efficient, controlling moisture intake and muting noises. Before you begin adding insulation to your metal…
READ MOREChoosing The Right Insulation System For Prefabricated Metal Buildings and Pole Barns
Insulation is needed in all metal buildings. When the right kind of insulation is used and when it’s installed correctly, it’s nothing but beneficial to the owner of that building.…
READ MOREInsulation Systems That Provide OSHA Fall Protection For Metal Building Erectors
Falls are one of the most common causes of work-related injuries and death. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, falls are the leading cause of fatalities in the…
READ MOREEverything You Need To Know About The 2012 IECC Commercial Energy Code
Every three years the International Code Council releases a revised version of the International Energy Conservation Code. The latest energy code was given in 2012, and some feel that this…
READ MOREPerforated Vinyl Vapor Barrier For Residential Basement Wall Applications
Basements are known to be one of the coldest areas of a house. They account for about 20 percent of a home’s total heat loss. Many residential basements are concrete,…
READ MOREFree COMcheck Certification for Metal Building Envelope
Metal buildings are everywhere, and that’s because they serve so many purposes. They can be used for commercial, industrial, recreational and institutional purposes to name a few. In fact, metal…
READ MOREBenefits of Investing In Our Skyrail System
If you’re someone who has a roofing repair or construction project on a minimally sloped roof, then you should be using CMI’s Skyrail system. This system helps for whatever your…
READ MOREWhy Do We Take the Time To Pre-Cut and Individually Roll Each Piece of Insulation?
At CMI Insulation, our motto is “Always imagining we’re the customer.” Everything we do is based on imagining we are the customer so we can provide the best products and…
READ MOREWhy Do We Use Johns Manville Formaldehyde Free Insulation?
Formaldehyde is a colorless gas that has a very distinct smell. It’s most likely used in several products in your house, such as cabinets and furniture. When used with these…
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