BUILDING SCHOOLS FOR THE FUTURE
SCHÖCK ISOKORB REDUCES
ENERGY LOSS AT FLAGSHIP
UNIVERSITY BUILDING
art of the current Newcastle solar gain. An effective thermal break
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University transformation is the solution is a critical component in
new 8000m
2
Student and preventing thermal bridging at the
Administration Services Building, structural connection points of the brise
situated on Barras Bridge, soleil, and type KST-QST 16 Isokorb®
opposite the Civic Centre. The flagship thermal break units, from market leaders
five-storey, glass-fronted building will Schöck, are installed where the studs
create a welcoming ‘front door’ to the connect the solar shading post with the
University and consist of a visitor centre on internal structure.
the ground floor; complete with other The KST modules are unique in being
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supplied by
extensive facilities such as careers, able to withstand extremely demanding
Bond Bryan
Architects
accomodation and student wellbeing loads and are made from stainless steel
services; along with the marketing and components to ensure corrosion protection They also transfer load and maintain full
communications directorate and and minimise thermal conductivity. Due to structural integrity.
development and alumni relations office. their thermal insulation properties, the For further information from Schöck,
Designed by Bond Bryan Architects, Isokorb® modules dramatically reduce or to request a free copy of the Specifiers
the new structure is an elegant simplicity energy loss in connective areas by Guide and / or Technical Guide; contact
of form in the use of glass and natural guaranteeing that there is uniformity Schöck Ltd on: Tel: 0845 241 3390;
sandstone and there is a full height brise between cantilever structures and the email: design@schoeck.co.uk or visit
soleil to the buildings frontage to prevent internal structure at the thermal envelope. www.schoeck.co.uk
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Schöck Isokorb® thermal break element.
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Schöck Isokorb® type KST: The innovative system that connects
steel-to-steel. Its unique structural performance is assured and
thermal qualities verified by the SCI. For more information visit
www.schoeck.co.uk
Schöck Ltd · Barford Road · Bloxham · Banbury · OX15 4FF · Tel: 0845 241 3390 · www.schoeck.co.uk
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