Commercial Underslab Insulation.
Concrete possesses very poor thermal properties but it is essential for modern large-scale construction. Foamular has been successfully used to insulate under commercial concrete slabs, creating an efficient thermal barrier that reduces temperature fluctuations and improves energy efficiency.
Foamular Foil Faced XPS Insulation is a Group 1 material as per part C.1.10A of the BCA. (Part 3, walls and ceilings) this makes it ideal for a variety of commercial applications, including car parks, apartments, manufacturing, high-rise and retail. Fixing Foamular directly to the slab is a quick and efficient method to meet part J requirements.
"Fire Resistant Insulation Saves Energy and Lives"
Foamular Foil Faced 50mm has an R-value of R2.0 at 24°C, giving it superior insulation properties in comparison to EPS and Polyurethane. Foamular's high R-values creates greater thermal efficiency, but it also provides greater R-values in smaller thicknesses, so it takes up less space once installed than other boards. This is especially important in retrofitting applications where insulation will reduce headhigh.
Foamular can be fixed in a variety of methods, including Hiltie XIE, Ramset Systems and furring channels. Foamular has a high tensile strength of 300KPA, so it can even be fixed with approved adhesive.
All Foamular products are guaranteed to maintain 90% minimal thermal performance for a period of 20 years. This makes Foamular an investment that can pay for itself in energy savings.
For more information visit the Foamular foil faced insulation page, or contact Austech Technical Assistance.
GlaxoSmithKline produces consumer products for pharmacies and supermarkets, some of which must be stored below 25 ºC. In order to keep their factory cool and reduce cooling bills, 1100 m² of 50mm Foil Faced Foamular was installed in the roof.
View the press release for the roof insulation project
Foamular Foil Faced Extruded Polystyrene is a revolutionary new product that combines the high strength and R-values of Foamular with a fire resistant foil facing to create a cost effective way to insulate in accordance with fire codes and the BCA.
View more information about foil faced insulation board
Commercial buildings require a complex system of insulation to make them as efficient as possible. Under concrete slab insulation can be particularly difficult because thick insulation will reduce head height and there is often a need for zero flammability. Austech has a range of products available to help you meet your under slab insulation needs.
Download the Foil Faced Underslab Insulation Brochure.