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Project Note 3: Preliminary Thermal Performance Comparison

It presents their performance in unconditioned mode during 2 four day periods: a warm period and a cool period.

 

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Project Note 4: Infiltration Characteristics
Thermal Performance Test Cells in Launceston This project note presents the infiltration characteristics of three lightweight timber-framed test cells.
Project Note 1: Project Overview
In 2003, the Building Code of Australia (BCA) introduced thermal performance requirements for residential buildings. It mandated a minimum performance rating of 4 Stars when assessed by approved rating methods. In 2006, this requirement was increased to 5 Stars. The 4 Star requirements were a major initiative, as they introduced insulation and glazing requirements for the first time. The move to 5 Stars tightened insulation and glazing requirements and affected houses with a platform floor in cooler climates as it required the use of subfloor insulation, a previously uncommon practice in Australia.
Project Note 2: Preliminary Thermal Performance Comparison
July to September 2007 This project note reports on the preliminary analysis of the thermal performance of the three houses in Kingston, that form part of the Five Star Thermal Performance Project.
Project Note 5: Infiltration Characteristics
Thermal Performance Test House in Hobart. This Project Note presents the air change rates in the lounge, roof and subfloor spaces in three lightweight timber-framed house in Kingston.
Project Note 6: Preliminary Performance Comparison
Occupied Thermal Performance Houses - June to July 2008 This note reports on the preliminary analysis of the thermal performance of three occupied house in Kingston, Tasmania.





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