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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
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?
Fiberglass Wall Panels - GreenGuard Select Education, Healthcare
Schools-2009 IEQc4.6:Low-Emitting Materials—Ceiling and Wall Systemsposted by Michele Helou on
We have Crane Fiberglass wall panels at janitor closets; I assume they should be included for this credit as a 'wall covering'. The product has certifications for Greenguard Select Education and Gr
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.