At BAU 2011, the world´s leading exhibition in Munich, Schüco presented system solutions that can be used to create energy-efficient buildings in every climate zone in the world - from meeting national standards to achieving a positive energy balance. The Schüco Energy Network has three new energy classes to provide clear orientation when classifying these systems. All the Schüco systems belong to energy class E (saving energy), E² (saving and generating energy) or E³ (saving, generating and networking energy) depending on their energy-efficient properties.

Schüco Modernisation Façade ERC 50
With the ERC 50 modernisation façade, Schüco presents a new façade system for efficient modernisation of existing buildings. The new aluminium system construction takes on all the important functions of a modern building envelope. Moreover, the holistic system approach allows for the energy-efficient renovation of façades with punched openings and ribbon windows. The modernisation process on the façade is completed across an external load-bearing structure, so that the interior rooms can continue to be used whilst work is carried out.

Schüco Thin-Film Module MPE in the BL 01 series
The new Schüco MPE thin-film modules in the BL 01 series (BL = Blackline Laminates), which are available in the output categories from 100 to 130 Wp, are characterised by their impressive performance and their high-quality manufacture.

Schüco Jansen steel systems: highly insulated, steel fire-resistant façade G30 with VISS Fire
The tried-and-tested steel fire protection system, VISS Fire, now also covers triple pane insulating glass with a fire resistance rating conforming to G30. Fire-resistant façades are therefore also able to achieve the U_cw values required in Germany and comply with the energy saving regulations.

Sky Office, Düsseldorf
The design of this 21-storey building by Ingenhoven Architects in Düsseldorf was the winner of a competition. The central idea of a future-proof utilisation structure finds expression in the transparent envelope around the building which is approx. 70 metres high.

Design: Ingenhoven Architects, Düsseldorf
Façade design: DS-Plan GmbH, Stuttgart
Schüco system:  AWS 75.SI

Schüco at ISH in Frankfurt/Main
At the ISH exhibition in Frankfurt/Main from 15 - 19 March 2011, Schüco will be presenting two principal innovations in Hall 9.0/Stand E18: a modular and solar-powered regenerative heating system and a uniform range of controllers for the entire solar heating product portfolio.

Exhibitions and events from February to March 2011

Here is an overview of forthcoming exhibitions:

>Salon des Energies Renouvelables - Lyon, France from 15 - 19 February 2011
>Infacoma - Thessaloniki, Greece from 17 - 20 February 2011
>Batibouw - Brussels, Belgium from 24 February - 6 March 2011
>Ecobuild - London, UK from 1 - 3 March 2011
>ISH - Frankfurt, Germany from 15 - 19 March 2011

We look forward to meeting you there.

Schüco corporate film
Green Technology for the Blue Planet. It is this message that Schüco uses in its new corporate film to show that the solutions for a secure future have been here for some time. In the film, Schüco presents people who have realised their dreams. Luminaries from the Arts, science, business, sport... in short, creative minds from Germany and all over the world. Everyone can help to protect our blue planet.

Watch the new corporate film in full here.

Profile 08 - Resources: Ecology, Economy and Society
Resources are finite. This has a lasting impact on developments in ecology, the economy and society. Profile 08 compares social, political and economic trends with the changes and forecasts for the construction industry. Experts such as Prof. Edo E. Simonis and Wolf Lotter consider the topic from different perspectives and provide an outlook on environmentally friendly construction in the future.

Success for Future Award - Enter now!
Architects and students still have until 1 March to enter the Success for Future Award to win the Schüco Green Building Award. A total of 20,000 euros await the winners, whose ideas show that ecology, economy and aesthetics can be combined without compromise. Enter at www.successforfuture.de

At BAU 2011, the Success for Future Award press conference took place on 20 January 2011.

Watch the video in full.

Schüco International KG wins Rheingolf Award
In recognition of its commitment to German golf, Schüco International KG has scooped the 2011 Rheingolf Award for golf sponsorship. 200 special guests attended the awards ceremony on 12 February.

Liang Wenchong new Schüco brand ambassador
China´s top golf professional, Liang Wenchong, will tee off as a brand ambassador for Schüco immediately. The 32 year old professional is one of the best-known golfers in his home country and, at number 72, he is the only Chinese national in the top 100 in the world rankings. Dirk U. Hindrichs, President and CEO of Schüco International KG, adds, "Liang Wenchong is a sportsman, whose ambition and professionalism make him the perfect fit for Schüco."

Martin Kaymer is new world number one
Schüco congratulates its brand ambassador! Martin Kaymer has become the second German after Bernhard Langer to reach the top of the world rankings. The 26-year-old Kaymer is the second youngest ever world number one; only US superstar Tiger Woods achieved the feat at a younger age. His semi-final victory over American Bubba Watson at the WGC Match Play Championship in Arizona saw him replace Lee Westwood at the top of the rankings.