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An Introduction toSpray FoamInsulationICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC.

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Course OverviewOf all the different insulation options available today in commercial construction, spray foam canprovide outstanding thermal performance while also contributing to air sealing, moisture control, andeven structural integrity. This learning unit will provide an overview of spray foam insulation, how itdiffers from conventional insulation types, its most appropriate applications, and how the material isallowed to be used in fire-resistant construction.ICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC.

Learning ObjectivesUponcompletion ofthis course, thestudent shouldbe able to:ICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Explain the benefits of and thedifferences between open-cell sprayfoam insulation and closed-cell sprayfoam insulation. Describe the most appropriateapplications for open-cell and closedcell spray foam in commercial designs. Discuss how spray foam insulation canbe used in assemblies requiring fireresistance. Define the differences betweenthermal barriers and ignition barriers,and explain insulation fire ratings.

Section 1Spray Foam and Other Insulation TypesICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC.

Common Types ofInsulationICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Fiberglass Mineral wool Cellulose Rigid foam Spray foam

FiberglassICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Made from melted sand/glass spun into fibers Batts and loosefill (blown-in) Noncombustible (unfaced and loosefill) Installation of batts can be labor intensive Faced batts include vapor retarder Performance depends heavily on properinstallation Not an air barrier material Compression of batts will reduce R-value

Mineral WoolICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Made from melted stone or slag spuninto fibers Batts, loosefill, and rigid boards Noncombustible Installation of batts can be laborintensive Can be used as continuous(nonstructural) exterior insulation Not an air barrier material

Cellulose InsulationICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Made from recycled newsprint or otherpaper products Treated with fire retardant Blown in as dry fiber or “damp sprayed” intocavities R-3.5 per inch Not an air barrier material

Rigid FoamInsulationICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Used primarily on building exteriorsto provide continuous insulation Expanded polystyrene (EPS) Extruded polystyrene (XPS) Polyisocyanurate (Polyiso)

Rigid FoamInsulation ICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC.Few rigid foam insulationproducts have been testedas part of an air barriersystem.

Spray FoamInsulationICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Open cell (low density) andclosed cell (medium density) Tested air barrier material;superior air sealing High R-value possible Closed cell reduces bulk watermovement Manufactured at jobsite Wide range of applications

Section 2How Spray Foam Insulation WorksICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC.

Spray Foam BasicsICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Spray foam insulation becomes a final product onthe jobsite Truck-based spray rigs used to install highpressure spray foam Chemicals delivered in two separate 55-gallondrums (set) Chemical reaction between ISO and resin drums atspray gun results in foam creation

Blowing AgentsICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Used to expand cells within foam Blowing agent for open cell foam iswater

Blowing AgentsICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Some blowing agents for closed-cell foamhave high global warming potential (GWP) Lower GWP blowing agents are availableand are being adopted

Low-Density orOpen-Cell SprayFoamICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Soft, flexible foam (density: 0.4to 0.75 pounds per cubic foot) R-value: R-3.7 to R-4.5 perinch Recognized as air barrier Interior applications only

Low-DensitySpray FoamApplicationsICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Interior applications only Ceilings, wall cavities,unvented attics, floors, roof,and basement wall interiors Conforms to shape ofsubstrate

Medium-Densityor Closed-CellSpray FoamICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Harder, rigid foam (density:2.0 to 2.4 pounds per cubicfoot) R-value: up to R-7.1 per inch Water-resistant barrier andair barrier Class II vapor retardertypically at 1.5 inch thickness Interior, exterior, and belowgrade applications

Medium-DensitySpray FoamApplicationsICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Cavity insulation Continuous insulation Below grade and on buildingexteriors Better solution than rigid foamboard when installed oncurved surfaces

Dual ApplicationsWithin anAssemblyICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Wall assemblies with bothopen-cell and closed-cellinsulation Achieve high R-values and airsealing with no thermal bridges Strategy limits moistureingress from exterior andinterior

Cost SavingsICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Multiple functions in a singleapplication save materialand labor Open cell: thermal insulationand air sealing Closed cell: thermalinsulation, air sealing, waterresistant barrier, and vaporretarder

InstallationConditionsICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Substrate must be dry andabove minimum specifiedtemperature Most common constructionmaterials suitable as substrate Spray foam components mustbe kept within specifiedtemperature range Closed-cell spray foaminstalled in accordance withpass thickness guidance

Section 3Spray Foam ApplicationsICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC.

ContinuousInsulationICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Commonly applies to exteriorof buildings but can occur onbuilding interior too Combines four functions in oneproduct (medium-density cellfoam) Adheres to curves and otherirregular shapes Adheres to most materialswithout a primer

ContinuousInsulation ICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC.From a design standpoint,medium-density spray foamexpands the possibilities, as itcan adhere to curved,irregular, and unique shapesand conditions withoutcompromising its performance.In addition, medium-densityspray foam can adhere to mostcommon constructionmaterials without the use of aprimer.

ContinuousInsulation andThermal BridgingICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Increases thermalperformance by eliminatingthermal bridging Spray foam creates uniformlayer with no joints/seams totreat Fully insulates around brickties and other attachments andpenetrations

Continuous Insulation and Thermal BridgingWhen applied as continuous exterior insulation, spray foam creates auniform layer with no joints or seams to compromise thermalperformance. Spray foam also completely insulates and seals aroundbrick ties and other attachments and penetrations to their full depth,ensuring full thermal performance and airtightness. In comparison, rigidfoam installations often require mechanical fasteners, which cancompromise the continuity and integrity of the insulation.Fitting rigid foam boards around penetrations must be donecarefully to ensure full performance.ICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC.

Compatibilitywith OtherMaterialsICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Cladding materials Transition membranes

Exterior ContinuousInsulation: Air-BarrierPerformanceICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Medium-density spray foamtypically acts as an air barrierat 1 to 1.5 inches Few rigid foam board productstested Rigid foam board requiresealants, tape, or a membraneto be applied to cover jointsand gaps

Exterior ContinuousInsulation: WaterResistance Medium-density spray foam can serve as awater-resistive barrier (WRB) Rigid foam as WRB ICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC.–Joints must be taped or sealed–Some rigid foams not rated as WRBIf insulation too vapor impermeable, wallmay not be able to dry to outside

Exterior ContinuousInsulation: WaterResistanceICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Prevention of exterior watervapor into a wall is important,but if the wall is too vapor tightat its exterior, it may havetrouble drying to the outsideshould it become wet. Compared to other continuousinsulations, medium-densityspray foam typically provides awall with equal or greater dryingpotential to the outdoors, whichshould enhance durability andlongevity.

Unvented Atticsin Type V WoodFrame StructuresICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Low-density or mediumdensity spray foam applied tounderside of roof deck Creates indirectly conditionedattic space Improves HVAC efficiency Temperature and humidityconditions usually close tooccupied space below

Basements, Foundations, and Below-Grade Walls Insulation and air barrier; helps prevent condensation Below grade: medium-density spray foam –Can be used in zones subject to flooding–Can serve as Class II vapor retarderLow-density spray foam allows wall moisture to dry more easilyICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC.

Basements,Foundations, andBelow-Grade Walls ICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC.Medium-density spray foam insulationis ideal for below-grade applicationsbecause it will not absorb moisture; infact, it may be specified by someauthorities (e.g. FEMA) to provideextra protection in areas where thereis a higher risk of flooding. It also canbe used as a Class 2 vapor retarderwhere required by the applicable code

UnventedCrawlspacesICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC. Spray foam installed in wallsof crawlspace Improves HVAC efficiencyand protects pipes Improves energy efficiencyand indoor air quality

Section 4Fire Resistance andSpray FoamICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC.

Fire Code Requirements All foam plastic insulation products including rigid board and spray foam are classified ascombustible materials. However, rigid foam board and spray foam insulation are commonly permitted withinnoncombustible assemblies once fire and safety code requirements have been met.ICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC.

Fire Code Requirements NFPA 285 required for non-load bearing assemblies with foam plastics ASTM E119 (UL 263) required for fire resistance ratingICYNENE AND ITS PRODUCTSARE REGISTERED TRADEMAR KSOF ICYNENEINC.