Whether you are currently planning new construction or retro-fitting an existing building, Sprayed Polyurethane Foam is probably for you. This is because it lends itself well to all types of situations, from traditional to unusual designs. Foam systems can be applied rapidly, with little or no disruption to your project .
Foam Application Examples;
Roofing:
At one time in the roofing industry it was considered to just be an alternative to built-up roofing; foam roofing now protects a wide range of buildings. During this time, foam roofing systems have proven themselves through comprehensive, independent studies to be dependable, long lasting, and very affordable. Today there are foam roofs that have been in place for over 4 decades, and by all appearances they should be able to last indefinitely as long as they are properly maintained.
- Prevents wind-uplift at hurricane force levels
- Reduces high energy costs
- Potable water coatings - NSF approved
- Easy to maintain
- Indefinite Life-cycle with proper preventative maintenance
What are some Advantages of Foam Roofing? Interior Insulation:
Insulating with closed-cell spray foam helps solve important environmental issues in office buildings, multi-family dwellings, hotels, industrial, institutions, schools, homes, hospitals, churches, stadiums, shopping centers, restaurants, marine vessels, trains and cold storages etc. Closed-cell spray foam insulation may be the only practical materials for insulating hard-to-get-at locations. The properties of such insulations are very dependent on the conditions that exist during application, on the nature of the installation, and on the skill of the applicator.
- Used in cold storage facilities for coolers & freezers
- Adds structural strength to buildings, reduces “rack & sheer”
- Highest aged R-Value
- Improves indoor air quality
- Reduces and prevents harmful Mold growth
Marine:
- Specialty coatings above & below waterline
- Insulation for refrigerated cargo holds
- Flotation foam - U.S. Coast Guard approved.
Why spray-on closed-cell insulation? (SPF, or spray-in-place insulation)
Spray-in-Place closed-cell polyurethane foam insulation may be the only practical materials for insulating hard-to-get-at locations. The properties of such insulations are very dependent on the conditions that exist during application, the nature of the installation, and the skill of the applicator.
The effectiveness of this system is partly due to its installation. The spray-on process fills in cracks, irregular spaces, and holes; vent ducts and around previously installed electrical and plumbing fixtures.
Coating interior surfaces of a facility with spray-on material provides thermal insulation and reduces sound transmission. The insulation will cling to any surface that latex paint sticks to.
There are no compressed areas or voids to allow moisture vapor transmission, sound leaks, or air infiltration. The insulation material forms a monolithic seal, thus becoming an integral part of the wall.
The application of the insulation is only to be executed by licensed contractors and sprayers. Only contractors that have demonstrated their ability to meet our requirements can achieve a contract. The contractor will be audited at least once a year and continuously informed about the technical matters and other matters related to the business. We have production control of insulation materials. We provide especially designed spraying machines.
BUILDING SCIENCE
The increasing incidence of moisture and mold intrusion - the two major causes of building failure - has spawned thousands of property damage cases now pending in U.S. courts. This litigation spreads a broad net in seeking damages, targeting developers, architects, engineers, general contractors and specialty contractors, as well as insurance companies.
Fortunately, the Building Science community is becoming more knowledgeable about the physics of buildings, and they can now identify the factors that can shorten the life of a building. Day-to-day moisture damage from poor design, construction or maintenance tops the list.
Building scientists have begun to place a lot more emphasis on creating walls and ceilings with effective air barriers. Why? Air barriers provide a triple benefit for the trades, design professionals and their clients in greening homes:
- Eliminate random air leakage, which can cause up to 40 percent of a building’s energy loss
- Enable complete control over the quality of the interior air by minimizing the intrusion of smog, pollens, molds and other outdoor allergens. Combined with proper mechanical ventilation, building occupants can breathe fresh, filtered air.
Too much moisture can cause serious damage to building structures as well as to furnishings and to finish materials like floors, walls and ceilings. Mold growth is the result of uncontrolled moisture, which in turn damages the facility and can also create health hazards for the people living or working there.
The air holds certain amount of water vapor at any given temperature. As the temperature rises, so does the amount of water vapor in the air, resulting in humidity. If this warm moisture laden air gets cooled at this point, the air is not able to retain the moisture any longer thus reaching its saturation point. It therefore must release the water vapor which after condensation appears as droplets of water on surfaces. However the most prominent sign of condensation is the development of mold growth. Depending on the type of the mold, its appearance can be black, white, yellow or green.
During winter, the water vapor in the air inside a structure can condense on to cold surfaces such as windows, walls and underneath the roof decks. During summer, condensation can take place on cool surfaces like water pipes and ducts thus releasing cold air.
In order to protect building structures and constructions from mold and other moisture related problems like pest infestation and damage of construction components, it is of utmost importance to control the moisture entering the constructions and structures and to prevent condensation.
Moisture migration in construction is highly complex and depends on a variety of factors, including the climatic conditions where the structure is being built.
Insulate all cold water pipes and fittings, and condensate drain pipes fully, with spray-on insulation. There should not be any gaps or unsealed seams in the insulation, and all fittings, including valve stems, should be insulated. Insulate all cold refrigerant lines similar to cold water pipes fully. Insulate cold-air supply ducts fully. Minimize thermal bridging in the building shell.
Surface condensation is by far the most frequently encountered form of dampness in buildings and generally it is the most easily recognized.
Sufficient insulation thickness is needed to keep the surface temperature of the membrane above the highest possible design dew point temperature of the ambient air so condensation does not form on the surface.
The effective insulation system is needed to restrict moisture migration into the system through the facing, joints, seams, penetrations, hangers, and supports. By controlling condensation, the system designer may control the potential for:
- Degrading system service life and performance.
- Mold growth and the potential for health problems resulting from water condensate.
- Corrosion of pipes, valves and fittings caused by water collected and contained within insulation system.
Moisture insulation with spray-on insulation helps solve important environmental issues in office buildings, multi-family dwellings, hotels, industrial, institutions, schools, homes, hospitals, churches, stadiums, shopping centers, restaurants, marine vessels, trains and cold storages etc.
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