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| New Moscow skyscraper uses DuPont innovations  DuPont innovations play a critical role in enhancing the energy efficiency of the Elite House in Sokolniki -- a skyscraper currently under construction here that, when complete, will be one of the tallest buildings with DuPont Tyvek in the world, at 43 floors and 153 meters high. The Elite House in Sokolniki is equipped with a concrete frame and ventilated facade. DuPont Tyvek HomeWrap is used as an underlay on top of mineral wool to protect it from wind, dust and water from rain and melting snow. Tyvek helps to reduce energy loss due to uncontrolled air infiltration, helps minimize condensation to protect the building structure, and preserves the integrity of the insulation material. This facade technology has several important advantages over other facade types in harsh environments where the continental climate dominates and great ranges of temperature are typical. The technology, which was developed in Russia with adaptation of some European elements, was recommended by the Russian Construction Ministry.The qualities of Tyvek and its success in Moscow have enabled the product to be adopted in Russian regions where the climate conditions are even more severe. Tyvek is currently used in the construction of major business and living facilities in Moscow, including several buildings in the Moscow International Business Center (Moscow-City) and buildings on New Arbat Street which is a major avenue in Moscow's Arbat District. Russia is key to DuPont's strategy to grow rapidly in emerging markets. In June, DuPont announced the opening of its Saint Petersburg office, the company's second in Russia. DuPont recently has made significant expansions of the company's offices in Moscow and Kiev in the Ukraine, and the launch of an office in Almaty, Kazakhstan. write your comments about the article :: © 2007 Construction News :: home page |