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Alpen High Performance Products integrates high quality craftsmanship, super-insulating materials and advanced glazing technology to manufacture windows that deliver unparalleled beauty, performance, comfort and style.

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In winter, the sun can be your building’s best friend. 🌞 By strategically planning for passive solar gains, you can harness natural warmth to reduce heating needs and boost energy efficiency. But don’t forget—what’s helpful in winter can become a challenge in summer. Without proper 🌳 shading, those same solar gains can turn your space into an oven when the weather heats up.

Smart design balances both: welcoming the sun’s warmth in the ❄️ colder months while keeping things cool and comfortable in the summer. 😎

Got questions about how to optimize your building’s solar strategy? DM us—we’re here to help!

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🏗️ The countdown is on! Will we see you at the 🍻 BS and Beer Denver Metro Colorado Building Symposium this week? Join us on January 16th-17th for a day packed with insights on building science, energy efficiency, and sustainable construction.

Whether you`re attending for the learning or the networking (or the beer 😉), it’s an event you don’t want to miss—especially Todd`s presentation.

Registration ends TODAY, so don`t wait! >> Find the registration link in our bio 🔗

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🗣️ On the blog this month: Exciting new product from @alpenhpp!

🏠 Elevate your space with Alpen’s new 9-foot Grandline Sliding Glass Doors! Designed for beauty, strength, and energy efficiency, these doors offer stunning panoramic views while meeting the high standards of Passive House and net-zero energy projects. With wind-load ratings up to 120 mph and customizable options, they’re built to withstand the elements while enhancing the beauty of your home. 🎐

Read all about the new sliding doors on our blog >> find the link in bio 🔗

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Glass may steal the 🌟 spotlight in a window, but in high-performance homes, every component contributes to energy efficiency:

🪟 Glass - Insulated with gas and often extra panes, it delivers stunning views without temperature extremes.

🪟 Spacers - These provide structural support and maintain a thermal and moisture seal, enhancing energy efficiency.

🪟 Frames - The backbone of the window, holding everything airtight. High-performance frames include insulation for an extra efficiency boost.

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Practicing redlining! 🟥

In Passive House, the goal of redlining the architectural designs is to identify the continuous air barrier. The concept is straightforward: imagine tracing the air barrier of a building on paper using a red pen, without raising the pen until you return to the starting point.

While it may appear simple, this strategy serves to pre-emptively pinpoint potential issues in your air barrier approach before they manifest during construction later.

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