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Sustainable construction: the role of cork
Cork is one of the main materials that have been gaining prominence in the area of sustainable and eco-efficient construction.
Vice President of Macao Institute of Acoustics
In this interview, Mr. KK lu, an expert in acoustics, explains the growing importance of noise control in residential and commercial buildings and evaluate the possible contribution of the cork in this field.
Why is damping important for construction?
Damping is essential for vibration control in construction. With a high loss factor, cork is an excellent damping tool, boosting security and comfort in buildings and infrastructures.
NVS - Noise and Vibration Simulator
Find the best solution for noise and vibration insulation.
VC1005 and VC1006 Acousticork
Simplifying elastic supporting of heavy loads. New engineered compounds (up to 12MPa).
How cork can improve the underscreed static stiffness without compromising its dynamic stiffness
Embracing new cork challenges
Why is damping important for construction?
Damping is essential for vibration control in construction. With a high loss factor, cork is an excellent damping tool, boosting security and comfort in buildings and infrastructures.
Cork: sustainability and technical performance in expansion joints
Amorim Cork Composites' cork-based solutions for expansion joints in concrete structures, combine performance, low maintenance and sustainability, and also complies with the construction industry’s stringent quality standards.
Underscreed: more silence and more comfort
Noise control is a fundamental element in the comfort of a building.