The HITCH cladding attachment system is a patented modular building product for rain screen and exterior wall assemblies. HITCH can achieve R-values exceeding R-60 and accommodate continuous exterior insulation thicknesses between 1 in. and 16 in. It was ideal for the Montana Museum of Art and Culture (MMAC), that needed to maintain preferred internal temperatures in the winter and summer and be as sustainable and environmentally friendly as possible.
2023 PIA Judges’ Comments
“This cladding attachment can allow for up to 16-in. of exterior insulation. That is impressive on its own, add to that the fact that this company has committed to making all their products with chrome-free pre-treatment, 100% recyclable, VOC- and LBC Red List-free, and manufactured using hydroelectric power, well that is a homerun.”
“This is an impressive product with amazing potential in any high-performance building project. The LBC Red List-free status and the incredible reach makes this a product suitable for LEED, Living Building Challenge, and Passive House projects.”
“With the Architecture 2030 challenge approaching, reducing thermal bridging using the HITCH cladding system could be a great solution to create a better sealed building envelope.”
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