Author(s)

Yi Shi ^1,2, Lu Lu ^1,2, Shan Yun ¹, Chunyuan Zuo ^1,2, Xinguo Sun ^1,2

Affiliation(s)

¹ Research Institute of Carbon Storage Science and Engineering, Huaiyin Institute of Technology, Huai'an, 223003, China
² Jiangsu Smart Factory Engineering Research Centre, Huaiyin Institute of Technology, Huai'an, 223003, China

Corresponding Author

Lu Lu

ABSTRACT

The external wall insulation system is a critical component for ensuring building energy efficiency and residential comfort. However, such systems typically involve multiple trades, diverse materials, and complex construction processes, placing high demands on material performance, design standards, construction quality, and post-completion maintenance. In 2024, two safety incidents related to external wall insulation systems occurred in Nanjing, China, exposing significant issues in material selection, structural design, construction techniques, and maintenance supervision. These incidents warrant broad attention and discussion within the industry. By analyzing and studying these cases, students can be trained to uphold the fundamental requirements of compliance in engineering quality and safety management. Moreover, it fosters a deep understanding of the principles of "safety first and quality as the foundation."

KEYWORDS

External Wall Insulation System, Safety Accident, Fire Resistance Performance, Building Safety

CITE THIS PAPER

Yi Shi, Lu Lu, Shan Yun, Chunyuan Zuo, Xinguo Sun, A Study on the External Wall Insulation System Safety Accidents in a Residential Community in Nanjing, China. Journal of Civil Engineering and Urban Planning (2025) Vol. 7: 35-38. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/jceup.2025.070205.

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