Industrialised Deep Retrofit HUB Envelope Technologies Prefabricated Multifunctional Façade by Fanti

GENERAL INFORMATION

Prefabricated Multifunctional Façade by Fanti

Technology year: 2025

Technology maturity level: Pilot project

Manufacturer: Fanti Legnami

Technology year: 2025

Technology maturity level: Pilot project

Manufacturer: Fanti Legnami

The prefabricated panels used are timber-frame façade elements designed for a quick and efficient installation. Each panel is custom-sized to fit the building’s geometry. These panels integrate multiple layers, including thermal insulation, smart glazing windows, and ventilation units, enabling a high-performance envelope. The panels are engineered for quick on-site assembly, up to 180 m² per day, and are anchored to the existing structure after partial removal of the outer brick layer.

Envelope technology

Prefabricated envelope technology

Panel in timber frame
Insulation in mineral wool th. 160 mm
100 kg/m3
λ = 0.035 W/m² K
Compensation layer: Glass wool 0.038 W/m² K 40 mm thick.
Wooden blocks for fixing brackets.
Steel brackets for supporting panels, fixed to the existing concrete structure

External finishing

Rockwool cladding

Ventilated cavity

Yes

Main structure

Timber frame

Insulation

Mineral wool

Compensation layer

Glass wool

Anchoring element

Metal brackets

Joints

n/a

Tolerances

5 cm

Circularity

Embracing circularity in building renovation can lead to more sustainable and environmentally friendly outcomes. This means prioritizing the reuse and recycling of building materials, for example by implementing design strategies to facilitate the disassembly and reuse.

Ease of disassembly (system level)

n/a
Ease of reuse

n/a
Ease of recycling (component level)

n/a

Materials origin

n/a
Material use efficiency / Waste produced during production of the technol

n/a
Circularity certification

n/a

General Data

Max panel width

7.7 m

Max panel height

3.3 m

Panel Weight

0.5 - 0.6 kN/m²

Panel thickness

31 cm

Performance

We measure the effectiveness and efficiency of the building's prefabricated panels in terms of U-value, Acoustic resistance, Fire resistance, Seismic, Water/Air tightness.

U-value: 0.16 W/m²K

U-value

n/a

Acoustic resistance

n/a

Fire resistance

n/a

Fire resistance

n/a

Water/Air tightness

n/a

Certifications and tests

With certification and testing, the renovation project can achieve a higher level of quality, safety, and sustainability.

Simulation campaign

n/a

Tests

n/a

CE mark / type of certificate

n/a

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January 16, 2026

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