Large scale projects like data centers, warehouses, distribution centers and auto and motorcycle dealerships are ideal applications for insulated metal panels. These types of projects often have specific requirements when it comes to thermal efficiency, speed of build and design flexibility – all areas where insulated metal panels excel.
Thermal efficiency
Data centers, warehouses and distribution centers are large scale buildings that need temperature-controlled environments. In data centers, thermal management is critical for optimizing the performance of hardware designed to operate within specific temperature and humidity ranges. In the case of warehouses and distribution centers, temperature control is required for storing temperature-sensitive products such as food, chemicals and pharmaceuticals.
With the highest insulating value per inch and highest insulation reliability for temperature extremes, Kingspan insulated metal panels are ideal for environments like these where precise temperatures must be maintained.
Speed of build
Supply chain issues fueled by the pandemic have made speed of build essential for most building construction projects today. As these issues continue to delay projects, insulated metal panels are increasingly becoming the go to building envelope system for their ability to speed up construction.
Blue Grass Harley Davidson located in Louisville, Kentucky experienced some of these supply chain issues which delayed construction of their new dealership location. Kingspan Optimo® panels – an all-in-one building envelope solution that provides strong thermal efficiency – were selected to help speed up construction of the project and mitigate these delays. Requiring only one installer, these panels install faster than multi-part cladding systems, help reduce construction delays and allow for faster building dry-in.
Design flexibility
The uniform, boxy design of large-scale buildings like data centers and warehouses is becoming a thing of the past. Architects designing these buildings are looking to deliver attractive and integrated design features consistent with a brand’s image.
Building materials like Kingspan insulated metal panels are perfect for projects like these where both modern aesthetics and energy efficiency are needed. Kingspan’s insulated metal panels offer design flexibility with a wide range of finishes and colors that can conform to any brand design aesthetic. Also available in custom colors, Kingspan panels allow architects and designers more freedom and creativity for all projects.
Bluegrass Harley Davidson is a case in point. For its new location, the motorcycle dealership wanted a bold new look that drew inspiration from the iconic Harley Davidson colors. Kingspan’s Optimo® and KS Mini-Wave insulated metal panels helped create the custom Harley Davidson look, while improving speed-of-build.
Path to NetZero energy
In addition to thermal efficiency, speed of build and design flexibility, designers of data centers, distribution centers and warehouses are looking for ways to reduce the carbon footprint of these massive buildings. Offering superior thermal performance and high R-values, Kingspan insulated metal panels reduce energy consumption and costs and help these buildings achieve NetZero energy.
With insulation that exceeds energy efficiency code requirements, Kingspan panels can also help building projects earn LEED certification in the U.S. Green Building Council’s green building rating system.