The newly legislated SANS 10400-XA: 2011 and SANS 204: 2008 introduce the requirement for proof of compliance with the standards set out for energy efficiency in buildings. This means that architects and building developers need to ensure that new buildings and building refurbishments are designed to meet the prescribed energy efficiency standards; that a building’s performance in terms of energy usage is calculated and documented; and that the building is built to perform accordingly.  Thermal insulation materials – for roofs, walls and floors – constitute a key element in building to achieve the required thermal resistance values (R-values) as set out in SANS 204. 

Swartland in SA, Knauf Mineral Wool Insulation will keep your home cool in summer, warm in winter, and offers a level of fire protection.

Swartland, local distributor of world-leading Knauf mineral wool insulation, points out that there are many benefits that come with properly insulating your home, which include reduced energy bills, a reduced carbon footprint and more obviously, a more comfortable home.

Swartland’s Summit range covers all products related to the ceiling and up. The first product to be launched in this range is Knauf insulation.

Football for Hope is a FIFA™ outreach initiative that began with the FIFA World Cup™ 2010 in South Africa. It aims to create 20 Football for Hope Centres to promote education, public health and football in disadvantaged communities across Africa. The programme is supported by Architecture for Humanity, an international non-profit architectural organisation working in underprivileged communities and concerned with creating a more sustainable future through design. Worldwide, local architects associated with Architecture for Humanity provide pro-bono services to projects identified in their regions by the organisation. They partner with local suppliers to provide services and material support, also on a pro bono basis.