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A new roof insulation system using Foamglas cellular glass has been launched by Pittsburgh Corning UK and Liquid Plastics. The cold bonded system incorporates Liquid Plastics' Decothane seamless membrane as a waterproof membrane, and was developed to provide resistance to fire from both within or outside of a building. It can be used for metal or plywood deck constructions where the risk of fire is greater, or for concrete deck constructions. Foamglas Readyboard 1, slab or tapered insulation, is bonded directly to the deck using Decostik cold fusion adhesive which has been specially developed to provide stronger adhesion and it is easy to apply by pouring on to the deck surface. When the installation has been completed, Liquid Plastics' carrier membrane is bonded to the surface of the cellular glass insulation using Decostick. This is followed by the application of the Decothane seamless membrane, which uses atmospheric moisture to trigger its curing process. There are no seams or joints, ensuring waterproof protection of the building.

Cellular glass insulation from Pittsburgh Corning enables a continuous insulation system to be created where services need to pass through a fire wall or door. The Foamglas pipework system is available for the building services sector after having been used in the oil and gas industry. Fire protection of up to 120 minutes at a fire wall penetration can be achieved when used with cladding, and up to 90 minutes without cladding. The closed cell construction ensures that condensation and damp inside the wall can be eliminated. Manufactured from pure glass, its thermal conductivity remains constant throughout its life.

This product appeared in Building Products more than 12 months ago. Please contact Pittsburgh Corning (UK) Ltd directly for further details.