BAUTER thermal insulation represents the top class of modern thin-film insulation. Inspired by advanced technologies originally used in the demanding aerospace industry, BAUTER sets new standards in insulation technology.
Bauter works according to the concept of an advanced heat shield that effectively reflects radiation. With an outstanding TSR (Total Solar Reflective) parameter, Bauter stands out from the competition and reflects an impressive 93% of solar energy from facades and roofs.
We use polymer microspheres in the Bauter systems - these small but powerful particles are excellent energy stores. Their integration not only ensures high efficiency, but also the longevity of Bauter thermal insulation.
AN EFFICIENT UV PROTECTION MECHANISM.
The unique composition of Bauter contains polymer microspheres with a diameter of just 4 μm - by comparison, a human hair has a diameter of around 60 μm. These microspheres, when cross-linked, act as efficient barriers against electromagnetic waves - from UV rays to visible light and the far infrared. When such a wave hits this network, it is reflected several times until it is finally redirected.
The protective shield for your building
Visualise the effect of these networked microspheres on the outer skin of a building. Together they form a dense protective shield that effectively protects the building from harmful solar radiation. This is the secret behind Bauter. Bauter's thermal insulation creates an insurmountable energy barrier - a true protective shield for your property.
What's it like in summer?
During the summer months, the sun emits intense radiation that hits and heats building surfaces such as façades and roofs. These heated surfaces then transfer the heat into the interior of the building. The result: hot air circulates inside and rises upwards due to the principle of convection.
But what are the effects of this energy movement?
In the hot summer months, the effects are particularly noticeable, especially in the attic. Even if the best conventional insulation materials currently available on the market are used, heat can build up in a short space of time. According to EU standards, a room is considered overheated as soon as temperatures of 26°C and above are reached.
Remember
Energy always flows from a place of high energy (e.g. high temperatures) to a place of low energy (e.g. lower temperatures). While energy flows from the outside to the inside in summer, the opposite is true in winter.
What is it like in winter?
In winter, the energy potential inside the building (e.g. at a room temperature of 22°C) is significantly higher than outside (e.g. at an outside temperature of -10°C). This difference leads to energy being lost from inside the building and results in higher heating costs.
The heating radiates heat, which hits the wall and warms it up. However, this energy then escapes outside again through heat conduction. With radiators, the convection phenomenon must also be taken into account: Cool room air is drawn past the radiator and heated by the hot water in the radiator fins. This now warm air then rises. However, if the radiator is mounted too close to a wall, this convection process takes place directly behind the radiator, which can impair efficiency.
This is where BAUTER comes into play.
Unlike conventional insulating materials, Bauter does not rely purely on resistance to energy. Instead, it establishes an effective barrier that massively reduces the penetration of energy. A special feature of Bauter is the TSR parameter (Total Solar Reflective), which indicates the reflection rate of the radiation. This value is remarkably high for Bauter and clearly outperforms other insulating materials.
In our previous presentations, we have shown that radiation occurs first, followed by heat conduction and convection. This is where Bauter stands out from the competition: it focusses on the prevention of heat absorption and not just on the treatment after penetration. The result? Bauter reflects an impressive 93% of the thermal energy that hits a surface, be it a wall or a roof.
Rain, snow and UV radiation
Microcracks on the facade
Roof covering
Moisture, mould and fungi
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An outstanding advantage of Bauter is the significant reduction in heating and cooling costs. Bauter minimises heat loss and effectively eliminates thermal bridges. By using Bauter, heating costs can be reduced by up to 50 % and air conditioning costs by up to 70 %.
Optimisation and refurbishment for energy-efficient buildings.
Maximum energy efficiency from day one.
Scalable solutions for large buildings.
Reliable insulation for industrial applications.
Transparent thermal insulation for historic buildings.
Traditional insulation materials work by creating a resistance in their composition, which slows down the loss of thermal energy.
Bauter takes a different approach.
BAUTER actively reflects the thermal energy instead of simply delaying it. The effectiveness of this approach is impressive: just a 1 mm thick Bauter coating achieves the insulating effect of 27 cm of polystyrene.
Many suppliers on the European market currently rely on insulation materials with a thickness of 15 to 20 cm in order to comply with building regulations. From 2023, the heat transfer coefficient of an external wall must be at least U=0.20 W/m²K, compared to U=0.23 W/m²K in 2020. This new regulation requires an increase in the thickness of the insulation material by a few centimetres.