| Polyiso Benefits |
Polyiso Benefits
Energy Efficiency
Fire Performance
Environmental
Ease of Use
Economic
Other Attributes
High R-value per inch compared to other insulation products Industry-wide Environmental Product Declaration reports available Available third-party testing approvals for an expansive number of assemblies and applications Meets today’s code required R-values without added layers or the increased costs of thicker assemblies Published Long-Term Thermal Resistance (LTTR) values for roof insulation products Thermoset material that does not melt or drip when exposed to flame (ASTM E84) Available in a variety of product thicknesses and dimensions High R-value equals thinner wall assemblies and savings with shorter fasteners Reduces the potential for problems associated with air and moisture intrusion Offers direct-to-deck attachment option for steel deck roofs (FM 4450/UL 1256) Reduces building energy use and associated greenhouse gas emissions Compatible with most roof and wall coverings, adhesives, and attachment systems Wall insulation can replace the need for other air and water barrier products Contributes to overall assembly durability and long service life Reduces costly thermal bridges in roofs and walls when compared to cavity insulation only Versatile insulation solution for NFPA 285-compliant wall assemblies Recyclable through reuse where permitted and contains recycled content (varies by product) Lightweight and easy to cut boards reduce labor costs and time HD cover boards protect owner’s investment and can reduce maintenance costs |
