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15/02/12

Austech have supplied Foamular Extruded Polystyrene, a superior insulation product, for the 2,500m2 of insulated precast panels.

16/12/11

Austechs Foamular Extruded Polystyrene can be used to bridge the gap, providing superior thermal properties and increasing the overall thermal value all while maintaining construction efficiencies

15/07/11

One of Austech External Building Products premium products, Foamular Extruded Polystyrene Insulation, has been recognised by the GREENGUARD Environmental Institution

28/3/11

There is a common misunderstanding amongst the general public when it comes to Polystyrene (also known as Styrofoam). Styrofoam is regularly used as a generic term for expanded polystyrene foam, such as disposable coffee cups or cushioning material in packaging.

Foamular Foil Faced Extruded Polystyrene

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.

Foamular Foil Faced Insulation is a Category 1 material, achieving Category 1 Status, as per part C.1.10A Of the BCA. (Part 3, walls and ceilings). Foamular Foil Faced failed to ignite under the BCA test procedure and achieved a very low heat release rate of less than 50KW/m². Full fire tests are available from our Technical Help Team

fire proof foam insulation In addition to its Fire ratings, it also has an exceptionally high R-value. Just 50mm of foiled Foamular has an R-value of R2.0, which is guaranteed not to drop below 90% of the original value for 20 years.

Because of its high fire resistance and high R-values, it is ideal for Commercial Underslab Insulation, such as underground car parks and shopping centres. It is also good for large scale insulation and retrofitting in warehouses, factories and public works.

For more information on Foil Faced Foamular insulation or to see if it is appropriate for your next project, contact our technical advisory service here.

Commercial Underslab Insulation Brochure

Commercial projects have unique requirements and situations. Consult our Underslab Brochure for more information.

Download the Fire Resistant Insulation Brochure

Technical Assistance

Extruded Polystyrene has a multitude of uses and applications, with many requiring complex data, research and tests. If you need technical assistance on your project, contact us and we can quickly supply the information you need.

Foil Faced Foamular Insulates Glaxosmithkline Pharmaceuticals Warehouse.

When the Glaxosmithkline pharmaceutical warehouse was audited it was found to be far too hot. Foil Faced Foamular was used for its high R-values and excellent fire resistance.

Find out more about the Fire Resistant Insulation Press Release