Foamglas 'T4 WDS, T4 and Tapered'
insulation for concrete, metal and timber deck roofs - new build or renovation
‘When a concrete deck has been specified, FOAMGLAS® is a cost-effective insulation solution due to its particular physical properties.
The need for a vapour barrier is eliminated as FOAMGLAS® is completely impermeable to moisture and will give added protection if the weather-proofing layer becomes damaged. Its co-efficient of linear expansion is similar to that of concrete so that normal thermal movement will not result in impaired roof finishes. In the event of fire, internal and external damage will be minimised as FOAMGLAS® will not burn or give off smoke or toxic fumes.'
| Material/s: | recycled, post consumer waste, silica, sand and elements of glass production. Recycled and new glass with mixed carbon. |
| Environmental statement: | yes |
| BRE Ecopoints: | unrated |
| Green Guide rating: | unrated |
| Environmental certification: | EPD to EN14041 conforms to NF P 01-010 |
| 3rd party accreditation: | none |
| 3rd party product endorsement: | none |
| Quality certification: | ISO 9001:2000 |
| Reusability / Recyclability: | reusable |
| Recycled content to ISO 14021: | 66% waste glass includes own production waste |
| Life expectancy | 100 years, subject to conditions |
| Substitute for or new materials / method: |
petrochemical-based insulation |
| Downloads: | Insulation for concrete decks - new build or renovation Insulation for of metal deck roofs - new build Insulation of timber, woodwool slab and cellular concrete roofs - new build Insulation of existing roofs |
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| Country/s of manufacture: | Europe |
| UK distribution location: | Berkshire |
| Alternative products: | Thermal insulation |
| Further information: | Insulation materials compared |
| Information last updated: | Wednesday 30th, April 2008 |
| Manufacturer's evidence rating:* |  |
| Manufacturer: | Pittsburgh Corning (UK) Ltd |
| Address: | 63 Milford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 8LG |
| Telephone: | 0118 950 0655 |
| Fax: | 0118 950 9019 |
| Email: | info@foamglass.co.uk |
| Website: | www.foamglas.co.uk |
| Supply chain availability: | Manufacturer |
| Supplier: | Pittsburgh Corning (UK) Ltd |
| Telephone: | 0118 950 0655 |
| Email: | info@foamglas.co.uk |
| Website: | http://www.foamglas.co.uk/building.htm |
The product has been selected on the above average performance in the following areas:
| - | Abiotic depletion | - | Acidification |
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Global warming | - | Eutrophication |
| - | Ozone layer deplection | |
Solid Waste |
| - | Human toxicity | - | Radioactivity |
| - | Fresh water aquatic ecotoxicity | - | Minerals extraction |
| - | Terrestial exotoxicity | - | Water extraction |
| - | Photochemical oxidation |
*Note:
Manufacturer's evidence rating
* One star rating: The product has been included based on an assessment of the manufacturer's own product information.
*** Three star rating: The product has been included on the basis of a third party, independent, Life Cycle Analysis (BRE Ecoprofile or similar).
