WO2010151717A1 - Kits d'amélioration du rendement énergétique - Google Patents

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WO2010151717A1
WO2010151717A1 PCT/US2010/039893 US2010039893W WO2010151717A1 WO 2010151717 A1 WO2010151717 A1 WO 2010151717A1 US 2010039893 W US2010039893 W US 2010039893W WO 2010151717 A1 WO2010151717 A1 WO 2010151717A1
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Harry Alter
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    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E04—BUILDING
    • E04B—GENERAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTIONS; WALLS, e.g. PARTITIONS; ROOFS; FLOORS; CEILINGS; INSULATION OR OTHER PROTECTION OF BUILDINGS
    • E04B1/00—Constructions in general; Structures which are not restricted either to walls, e.g. partitions, or floors or ceilings or roofs
    • E04B1/62—Insulation or other protection; Elements or use of specified material therefor
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E06—DOORS, WINDOWS, SHUTTERS, OR ROLLER BLINDS IN GENERAL; LADDERS
    • E06B—FIXED OR MOVABLE CLOSURES FOR OPENINGS IN BUILDINGS, VEHICLES, FENCES OR LIKE ENCLOSURES IN GENERAL, e.g. DOORS, WINDOWS, BLINDS, GATES
    • E06B1/00—Border constructions of openings in walls, floors, or ceilings; Frames to be rigidly mounted in such openings
    • E06B1/62—Tightening or covering joints between the border of openings and the frame or between contiguous frames

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  • Materials and tools can be used to improve the energy efficiency of buildings, such as for example residential homes, office buildings and apartments. Energy efficiency improvements can result from insulating various structures forming the building, including structures such as, for example, the attic, windows, doors and crawl spaces. Additional energy efficiency improvements can result from insulating components within and around the building, including but not limited to hot water heaters, fireplaces, vents, ducts, plumbing and recessed lighting.
  • An installer attempting to increase the energy efficiency of a building will be required to determine the necessary materials and tools and further may be required to obtain the materials and tools from various sources over a period of time. In the event the installer has not properly determined the necessary materials and tools, the installer may begin the energy efficiency improvement project only to find that the installer has not obtained all of the necessary materials and tools, thereby incurring a delay in the completion of the project.
  • kits configured for energy efficiency improvement projects for a building fixture.
  • the kits include substantially all of the materials for completing the energy efficiency improvement projects, substantially all of the tools for completing the energy efficiency improvement projects and instructions for completing the energy efficiency improvement projects.
  • the methods include the steps of determining materials required to complete the energy efficiency improvement project, determining materials for inclusion into the energy efficiency improvement kit, determining tools required to complete the energy efficiency improvement project, determining tools for inclusion into the energy improvement efficiency kit and preparing instructions for the energy efficiency project.
  • Figure 1 is a table illustrating energy efficiency kits configured to prevent or substantially retard the flow of heat between the exterior of a building and the interior of the building.
  • Figure 2 is a table illustrating energy efficiency kits configured for insulating building vents.
  • Figure 3 is a table illustrating energy efficiency kits configured for insulating building appliances.
  • Figure 4 is a table illustrating energy efficiency kits configured for insulating building components.
  • Figure 5 is a flow chart illustrating the steps of providing an energy efficiency kit for an energy efficiency improvement project.
  • Figure 6 is an example of instructions provided with an energy efficiency improvement project.
  • kits for improving the energy efficiency of building structures and components are provided.
  • kit refers to a collection of items configured for a specific energy efficiency improvement purpose.
  • the collection of items included in the energy efficiency improvement kit can be provided in any desired number of packages.
  • kits illustrated below are described as having certain materials, tools and instructions, it should be understood that the kits illustrated below are mere examples of energy efficiency improvement kits and that the kits can include materials, tools and instructions other than as described. Additionally, it should further be appreciated that the kits can omit certain materials, tools and instructions described below.
  • building as used herein, is defined to mean any commercial, residential or industrial structure.
  • building fixture as used herein, is defined to mean any building structure, building component or building appliance.
  • building structure as used herein, is defined to mean any assembly or system constructed as part or portion of a building.
  • building structures can include an attic, basement, crawlspace, wall, floor, framing assemblies and a foundation.
  • building component is defined to mean any part, combination or parts or element used to construct a building. Examples of building components include window, door, vent, piping, ductwork, ceiling light, pull-down entrances and fireplace.
  • building appliance as used herein, is defined to mean any instrument, apparatus, or device for a particular purpose or use in connection with a building. Examples of a building appliance include a hot water heater, clothes dryers, ovens and air conditioners.
  • tool is defined to mean an implement configured to perform an intended operation.
  • tools include straight edges, marking devices, cutting devices, rags and diagnostic devices.
  • measuring device as used herein, is defined to include any device or mechanism configured for measuring or marking a distance.
  • measuring devices include tape measures and rulers.
  • cutting device as used herein, is defined to mean any device or mechanism configured for cutting or trimming an item. Examples of cutting devices include a utility knife and a pair of scissors.
  • personal protective equipment as used herein is defined to mean any item, such as for example protective clothing, respiratory device, protective shields and barriers configured to protect the eyes, face, head, and extremities of an installer.
  • Examples of personal protective equipment can include protective gloves, dust masks and safety glasses.
  • template as used herein is defined to mean any item, structure or device configured to provide instructions for material removal operations, such as for example cutting, drilling and trimming or instruction for installation or positioning of insulating materials, such as for example installation of screws, tape and anchors.
  • marking device as used herein, is defined to mean any device or mechanism configured for making a discernable indication on an object or item. Non-limiting examples of marking devices include pencils, felt-tip pens, crayons and chalk.
  • straight edge as used herein, is defined to mean any device or structure configured for providing a substantially straight surface against which a cutting device can be used to impart a substantially straight cut or to which a marking device can be applied to mark a line.
  • insulation materials as used herein, is defined to mean any materials used to insulate building structures or building components.
  • kits include substantially all of the materials, tools and instructions for completing an intended energy efficiency improvement projects. It should be appreciated that certain tools provided within the kits are configured for the safety of the installer, such as for example, safety glasses, protective gloves and dust masks.
  • Fig. 1 illustrates kits generally configured to prevent or substantially retard the flow of heat between the exterior of a building and the interior of the building.
  • Fig. 2 illustrates kits generally configured for insulating building vents.
  • Fig. 3 illustrates kits generally configured for insulating building appliances.
  • Fig. 4 illustrates kits generally configured for insulating building components.
  • kits configured to prevent or substantially retard the flow of heat between the exterior of the building and the interior of the building include an air infiltration kit 10, an attic insulation kit 11, a window insulation kit 13 and a door insulation kit 14.
  • the air infiltration kit 10 is configured to be a comprehensive kit for insulating windows, doors and electric outlets. Accordingly, the air infiltration kit 10 includes materials, tools and instructions such that an installer can successfully insulate at least one window, at least one door and at least one electric outlet.
  • the air infiltration kit 10 includes materials such as for example window film, caulk and double sided tape for the windows, weatherstrip for the doors and electric outlet covers and insulation materials for the electric outlets.
  • the air infiltration kit 10 also includes tools configured for diagnosing the flow of heat between the exterior of the building and the interior of the building and tools configured for installation of the materials, such as for example measuring devices, cutting devices and templates.
  • the air infiltration kit 10 can also include instructions for advising an installer on recommended installation procedures.
  • the air infiltration kit 10 can include personal protective equipment configured for the safety of the installer, such as for example protective gloves, dust masks, safety glasses and disposable coveralls.
  • the air infiltration kit 10 can include other items, such as for example, scissors and a hair dryer.
  • other items such as for example, scissors and a hair dryer are optional.
  • the attic insulation kit 11 is configured to provide the materials, tools and instructions for insulating portions of a building attic.
  • the insulation materials for insulating portions of an attic can include batts of insulation or bulk blown-in insulation material.
  • the blown-in insulation material can be blown in place by a blowing insulation machine, which can be optionally included in the kit 11.
  • the blown-in insulation material can be provided in the attic insulation installation kit 11.
  • the kit 11 can be provided without the blown-in insulation material.
  • the attic insulation kit 11 can include tools configured for installing insulation in a building attic, such as for example measuring devices, cutting devices and templates.
  • the attic insulation kit 11 can also include instructions for advising an installer on recommended installation procedures.
  • the attic insulation kit 11 can include personal protective equipment configured for the safety of the installer, such as for example protective gloves, dust masks, safety glasses and disposable coveralls.
  • the attic insulation kit 11 can include other items, such as for example, a ladder in addition to the blowing insulation machine discussed above.
  • the window insulation kit 13 is configured to insulate a building window or desired quantity of building windows.
  • the window insulation kit 13 can include material, tools and instructions.
  • the materials included in the window insulation kit 13 can include window film, adhesive, caulk and double-sided tape.
  • the window insulation kit 13 can include tools configured for installing the window film to a window, such as for example measuring devices, cutting devices and templates.
  • the window insulation kit 11 can also include instructions for advising an installer on recommended installation procedures.
  • a non-limiting example of the instructions provided with the window insulation kit 11 is illustrated in Fig. 6. While the instructions illustrated in Fig. 6 are text only, it should be appreciated that in other embodiments, the instructions can include photographs, diagrams, drawings, tables, figures and other nontext indications.
  • the instructions included in the kits can include quality assurance checks designed to test the installed energy efficiency kit for effectiveness.
  • the window insulation kit 13 can include personal protective equipment configured for the safety of the installer, such as for example protective gloves, dust masks and safety glasses.
  • the window insulation kit 13 can include other items such as for example a hair dryer, ladder, scissors and an extension cord. However, it should be appreciated that these items are optional.
  • the door insulation kit 14 is configured to insulate a building door or desired quantity of building doors.
  • the material included in the door insulation kit 14 can include insulation materials, sealant or caulk, weatherstrip and a door wiper seal.
  • the door insulation kit 14 can include tools configured for installing the door insulation materials to a door, such as for example measuring devices, cutting devices and templates.
  • the door insulation kit 14 can also include instructions for advising an installer on recommended installation procedures.
  • the door insulation kit 13 can include personal protective equipment configured for the safety of the installer, such as for example protective gloves, dust masks and safety glasses.
  • the door insulation kit 13 can include other items, such as for example, a ladder and scissors. However, it should be appreciated that these items are optional.
  • kits In addition to the air infiltration kit 10, the attic insulation kit 11, the window insulation kit, 13 and the door insulation kit 14 as illustrated in Fig. 1, it should be appreciated that other kits, generally configured to prevent or substantially retard the flow of heat between the exterior of the building and the interior of the building can be provided.
  • kits configured for insulating building vents are illustrated.
  • the non-limiting examples include a plumbing vent insulation kit 15, a 26574
  • the vent insulation kits, 15-17 are configured to insulate vents extending from an interior portion of a building to the exterior of a building.
  • the vent insulation kits, 15-17 are configured to insulate a vent opening formed between the exterior surface of the vent and the building.
  • the vent insulation kits, 15-17 generally include insulating material configured for attachment to the exterior surface of the vent within the vent opening, thereby preventing or substantially retarding the flow of heat through the vent opening.
  • insulating material is a foamed insulation material included in the kitchen vent insulation kit 17 and configured for placement in the opening formed around kitchen vents.
  • the vent insulation kits, 15-17 include tools configured for installing the insulation materials to the vents, such as for example measuring devices, cutting devices and templates.
  • the vent insulation kits, 15-17 can also include instructions for advising an installer on recommended installation procedures.
  • vent insulation kits, 15-17 can include personal protective equipment configured for the safety of the installer, such as for example protective gloves, dust masks and safety glasses.
  • the vent insulation kits, 15-17 can include other items, such as for example a ladder, scissors and hand tools. However, it should be appreciated that these items are optional.
  • vent insulation kit 15 In addition to the plumbing vent insulation kit 15, the dryer vent insulation kit 16 and the kitchen vent insulation kit 17 as illustrated in Fig. 2, it should be appreciated that other vent insulation kits can be provided.
  • kits configured for insulating building appliances are illustrated.
  • the non-limiting examples include a hot water heater insulation kit 18, a duct insulation kit 19, a fireplace insulation kit 20, an appliance insulation kit 21, an HVAC insulation kit 22 and an air conditioner winterization kit 23.
  • the appliance insulation kits, 18-23 are configured to insulate building appliances thereby increasing the efficiency of the appliances.
  • the appliance insulation kits, 18-23 insulate the appliance or portions of the appliance from ambient air within the building, thereby preventing or substantially retarding the flow of heat between the appliance and the ambient air.
  • the appliance insulation kits, 18-23 generally include insulating material configured for attachment around the appliance or attachment to portions of the appliance thereby preventing or substantially retarding the flow of heat between the appliance and 26574
  • an insulating material for the duct insulation kit 19 is a jacket having fibrous insulation and configured for insulating heating and cooling ducts.
  • the appliance insulation kits, 18-23 can include tools configured for installing the insulation to the appliances, such as for example measuring devices, cutting devices and templates.
  • the appliance insulation kits, 18-23 can also include instructions for advising an installer on recommended installation procedures.
  • the appliance insulation kits, 18-23 can include personal protective equipment configured for the safety of the installer, such as for example protective gloves, dust masks and safety glasses.
  • the appliance insulation kits, 18-23 can include personal protective equipment configured for the safety of the installer, such as for example protective gloves, dust masks and safety glasses.
  • the appliance insulation kits, 18-23 can include personal protective equipment configured for the safety of the installer, such as for example protective gloves, dust masks and safety glasses.
  • the appliance insulation kits, 18-23 can include personal protective equipment configured for the safety of the installer, such as for example protective gloves, dust masks and safety glasses.
  • kits configured for insulating building components are illustrated.
  • the non-limiting examples include a band joist insulation kit
  • the component insulation kits, 24-28 are configured to insulate building components thereby increasing the energy efficiency of the building.
  • the component insulation kits, 24-28 are configured to insulate a structural component or building system thereby preventing or substantially retarding the flow of heat from the building component to ambient air.
  • the component insulation kits, 24-28 generally include insulating material configured for attachment around the component or attachment to portions of the component.
  • One non-limiting example of insulation material included in the component insulation kits, 24-28 is batts of faced fibrous insulation included in the Crawl Space Insulation kit 27.
  • the component insulation kits, 24-28 include tools configured for installing the insulation to the components, such as for example measuring devices, cutting devices and templates.
  • the component insulation kits, 24-28 can also include instructions for advising an installer on 26574
  • the component kits, 2428 can include personal protective equipment configured for the safety of the installer, such as for example protective gloves, dust masks and safety glasses.
  • the component kits, 24-28 can include other items, such as for example a ladder, scissors and hand tools. However, it should be appreciated that these items are optional.
  • the insulation kits 10-28 can include substantially all of the materials, tools and instructions for completing the respective energy efficiency improvement projects.
  • step 42 the types and the characteristics of the materials required to complete the intended energy efficiency improvement project are determined. As one non-limiting example, it may be determined that a door insulation kit should include materials such as weatherstrip, caulk, seals and insulative boards.
  • step 42 further includes determining the proper quantities of the required materials.
  • the materials to be included in the kit and the materials to be omitted from the kit are determined as illustrated in step 44.
  • materials that can be included in the kits are insulation materials, sealant, caulk, films, foams, tape, seals, clamps, covers, strips, adhesives, fasteners and sheathing.
  • materials that may be omitted from the kit can include bulk materials, such as for example, bulk quantities of blown- in insulation.
  • Step 46 the tools required for completion of the intended energy efficiency project are determined. Step 46 also includes determining the proper quantities of the tools.
  • tools to be omitted from the kit are determined as illustrated in step 48.
  • tools that can be included in the kits are diagnostic tools, measuring devices, cleaning rags, marking devices, straight edges, and personal protective equipment.
  • tools that may not be included in the kit can include larger tools such as ladders or specialized tools, such as for example electric stapling devices.
  • the instructions for the intended energy efficiency improvement kit are prepared as illustrated in step 50.
  • the instructions can include any desired narratives, drawings and photographs.
  • the instructions can be prepared in any desired medium, such as for example, video, audio and in print.
  • templates required to complete the intended energy efficiency improvement kit are prepared as shown in step 52.
  • the templates can be in any desired scale size and can be provided in any desired form, including but not limited to paper, plastic, cardboard and wireform.
  • the materials, tools, instructions and templates included in the kit are packaged.
  • the package can have any desired form, such as for example boxes, plastic or blister packs and can be packaged for wholesale or retail purposes.
  • the kit can have any desired number of packages.
  • the package can have any desired indicia, such as for example a corporate logo, installation instructions and materials and tools omitted from the kit.
  • Figs. 1-4 have been described as having the necessary materials, tools and instructions, it is within the contemplation of the invention that the materials, tools and instructions can vary depending on the expertise and experience of the installer. Accordingly, as illustrated by an example, it is possible that the duct installation kit 19 for a typical do-it-yourself homeowner would have different materials, tools and instructions than the duct installation kit 19 for a commercial contractor. In this example, the nature and quantity of the materials may be different as well as the nature and quantity of the tools.

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La présente invention concerne des kits d'amélioration du rendement énergétique conçus pour des projets d'amélioration du rendement énergétique concernant des installations de bâtiment. Les kits comprennent sensiblement tous les matériaux, tous les outils et les instructions pour mener à bien les projets d'amélioration du rendement énergétique.
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