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Fig. 18 Attic with VIPs for thermal insulation. The horizontal discontinuities are covered with a
self-adhesive sealing tape
Fig. 19 Same attic as in Fig.
18
. Also, the vertical discontinuities are sealed and a wooden
framework is mounted for the installation of gypsum plaster boards
3.2.3 General Aspects Regarding Application
Vacuum insulation panels are a powerful thermal insulation system with specific
features which have to be considered by planers, craftsmen and house owner.
These peculiarities start with the planning process:
