Caparol Paints, a leader in the paints industry, has signed a partnership agreement with RAK Research and Innovation Center to effectively test its external thermal insulation composite system (Etics) for sustainable buildings in the UAE.

As per the agreement, Caparol Paints and RAK Research and Innovation Center will extensively test Etics, known to improve the energy efficiency of both existing and new buildings once installed with the insulation boards.

Caparol pointed out that it has been at the forefront of adopting new technologies which complement the local market conditions.

The RAK Research and Innovation Center specialises in sustainable system solution development related to solar technologies.

On the partnership, Martin Rosocha, the general manager at Caparol Paints, said: "Partnering with RAK Research and Innovation Center has given us the opportunity to test Caparol’s Etics in hot climate conditions such as the UAE."

"The process can significantly contribute to reducing thermal transmission through the building’s exterior. At Caparol Paints, we continuously research on incorporating innovative methods to enhance the sustainability of buildings while maintaining the exterior visual appearance," observed Rosocha.

“To achieve optimum results, the research involves continuous monitoring and data logging by using various sensors installed on all testing cubicles which will receive the necessary data. We have allocated a period of one year for the testing. Data logging will be carried out for seven consecutive days every month and the results will be reported monthly,” he stated.

“With the temperatures soaring in the UAE, Caparol Paints has seen an advanced and growing need to involve sustainable building and coating methods while maintaining the visual appeal of a structure. The first test involved insulating three standard cubicles (3x3x3) with three different types of insulation systems,” Rosocha added.

Mowaffaq Balish, the commercial director for Middle East, said: "With energy efficiency and sustainability being at the forefront of the UAE’s vision, coupled with a market ready to overcome environmental challenges for a modern and progressive nation, we see tremendous value and potential in our Etics system solution."

"Sustainability and innovation is at Caparol’s core; by providing a thermal insulation system that saves energy and ultimately provides health benefits, we are setting Caparol apart from others in the industry. We also hope to continue contributing to the GCC’s ambitious plan to set new sustainability standards," he added.-TradeArabia News Service