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Press Attendee
NAHB International Builders’ Show
Las Vegas
Subject: Battic Door Attic Access Solutions Press Kit
We are exhibiting in booth # N2443 at the NAHB International Builders’ Show. Please visit our booth.
Due to many Code changes, it may be confusing for builders, developers, architects to select an attic access solution that Meets the New Building/Energy Codes for use with residential / multifamily / apartment / condominium projects.
2009 IECC Section 402.2.3 and 2009 IRC Section N1102.2.3 and 2012 IECC Section R402.2.4 reads: "Access hatches and doors. Access doors from conditioned spaces to unconditioned spaces (e.g., attics and crawl spaces) shall be weatherstripped and insulated to a level equivalent to the insulation on the surrounding surfaces." Energy Star Version 3 requirements conform with the 2009 IECC and 2009 IRC. The 2012 International Green Construction Code conforms to the 2012 IECC.
I have enclosed info for our two attic access solutions that meet these new Codes and provide solutions:
1. E-Z Hatch R-42 Attic Access Door. This is an energy-efficient attic access unit (scuttle door). It is R-42, triple-gasketed, pre-finished, and provides a 22x30” access opening. It is an energy efficient alternative to energy wasting attic pull down ladders, and exceeds all Code requirements. We also offer a Deluxe version with a 4-point locking latch and handles. The cost of this attic access door is less than the cost of a pull down ladder and an insulated cover. A step ladder is used to provide attic access.
2. Battic Door R-50 Attic Stair Cover. When pull down ladders are preferred we offer an energy-efficient pull down ladder cover. The kit includes our box (stair cover) and gasket, along with a reflective shield. The installer provides the desired amount of fiberglass insulation (R-50+) into the reflective shield, and the box is placed into the reflective shield covering the insulation. The shield holds the insulation to the box. The stair cover fits between trusses. If there are no clearance issues, you can also add insulation under the shield to the sides of the box. We produce 22x54, 25x54 and 30x54 sizes.
Much more info including pictures, literature, Specifications, CAD, etc. may be viewed on our website.
Would you please consider mentioning our products in a future article? If I can provide pictures or any further details, please contact me.
Thank you for reviewing this information.
Best Regards,
Mark D. Tyrol, President
Battic Door Energy Conservation Products
PO Box 15
Mansfield, MA 02048 U.S.A.
tel. 508.320.9082
email:
web: www.batticdoor.com