Other properties
- meets a reaction to fire classification
ranging from Euroclass B to E according to the formulation
and end-use application.
Products have been developed which easily
meet the requirements of large scale insurance
based fire tests such as LPS 1181 (Loss Prevention Council),
and FM 4450 (Factory Mutual)
- does not melt and does not produce droplets
in case of fire
- furthermore:
- is unaffected by air and water
- provides good vapour
barrier
- is resistant to most chemicals
used in buildings
- is operational over a large service
temperature range
- exhibits excellent adhesion to many
other materials
- is resistant to mildew, fungi, rodents…
- is very easy to handle and install because of its
- light weight
- rigidity, allowing long panel sizes
- high mechanical properties even at low density level
This results in lower transport, manipulation and installation costs.
- does not require special handling
equipment (mask, gloves…) except for spray foam
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Sustainable construction:
Polyurethane Insulation helps the home or building owner, architect
or specifier construct more sustainable buildings through:
- Significantly reducing energy consumption for heating or
cooling, guaranteeing a high level of well being and helping
eradicating fuel poverty
- Improving air tightness and helping making the indoor environment
healthier through greater control of the interior ventilation
- Using technologies such a sandwich panels with inherent structural
strength and lightweight contributing to an efficient use
of natural resources
- Providing efficient solutions with
energy “pay back” times
of less than one heating period
| Summary: |
Polyurethane
rigid insulation helps save energy and preserve
the environment.
Polyurethane has been used satisfactorily
in insulation applications since many years |
For more detailed information on polyurethane
properties, see chapter 4 ("Properties")
