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FOAMULAR® XPS Roofing Insulation for Commercial Building

FOAMULAR® XPS Roofing Insulation for Commercial Building
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FOAMULAR® XPS Roofing Insulation for Commercial Building

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Overview: FOAMULAR® XPS Roof Insulation is designed for commercial buildings, offering various sizes, thicknesses, and compressive strengths for different roofing applications. It is effective for single-ply, protected roof membrane assemblies (PRMA), vegetative roofs, plaza decks, architectural metal roofing, and recover roofing systems.
Product Specifications: FOAMULAR® XPS is a rigid foam board known for moisture resistance, durability, and high R-value retention, made using Owens Corning’s Hydrovac® process technology.
Key Features: The insulation is sustainable, containing at least 20% recycled content, GREENGUARD certified, and has a low global warming potential. It is lightweight, easy to handle, and install.
System Solutions: Various roof insulation systems are outlined, including low slope single-ply, PRMA, vegetative and plaza deck, recover roofing, and architectural metal systems, enhancing thermal performance and moisture control.
Physical Properties: The insulation exhibits high compressive and flexural strength, low water absorption, and excellent dimensional stability, classified under various ASTM standards.
Product Availability: Available in different thicknesses and dimensions, FOAMULAR® XPS offers flexibility in design and installation.
Standards and Compliance: The product meets several ASTM standards and is UL and FM classified for fire and wind resistance, complying with California Quality Standards and HUD UM #71a.
Application Notes: Recommendations include assessing the need for vapor retarders, avoiding solvent-based adhesives, and protecting from excessive sunlight. Installation guidelines are provided for different roofing systems.
Warranty: Comes with a lifetime limited warranty, ensuring 90% R-value retention and compliance with ASTM C578 properties.
Sustainability: Contributes to LEED® credits and is part of Owens Corning’s commitment to sustainability, minimizing resource demand over the building's life.
Product Specifications and Availability: Available in various sizes and slopes, designed for different roofing applications with specific dimensions and performance metrics.
Single-Ply Roofing Systems: Highlighted for flexibility, durability, and installation speed, with FOAMULAR® THERMAPINK® recommended for its high compressive strength and water resistance.
PRMA, Vegetative, and Plaza Deck Waterproofing: Discussed for durability and environmental benefits, with FOAMULAR® XPS noted for superior water resistance.
Recover Single-Ply Roofing Systems: Options for recovering existing BUR systems with FOAMULAR® DURAPINK® are outlined, emphasizing cost savings and retention of existing insulation layers.
Architectural Metal Roofing Systems: FOAMULAR® THERMAPINK® is recommended for its strength, water resistance, and ease of installation.
Tapered Roofing Insulation Systems: Designed to provide positive drainage and thermal efficiency, with typical layouts and R-values for different slopes.
Key Features of FOAMULAR® XPS Insulation: Praised for retaining R-value and compressive strength even when exposed to water, with low water absorption.
Testing and Standards: Importance of standardized testing is discussed, highlighting differences in water absorption tests for XPS and polyisocyanurate insulations.
Specifications and Standards: Differences in water absorption and R-value between XPS and EPS are discussed, referencing several ASTM standards.
Water Absorption: EPS absorbs significantly more water than XPS, which can lower its R-value and increase structural damage risk.
R-Value Testing: R-values vary based on testing methods, with Owens Corning providing data for FOAMULAR® XPS tested at different temperatures.
Key Differences: Highlights key differences between XPS and other rigid foam insulations, emphasizing superior water resistance and consistent R-value of XPS.
Additional Information: Contact information and websites are provided for more details, along with a disclaimer of liability and certifications like GREENGUARD.
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BEESa FOAMULAR® EXTRUDED POLYSTYRENE (XPS) ROOF INSULATION FOR COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS FOAMULAR® XPS ROOF INSULATION FOR COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS PAGE 4 FOAMULAR® XPS INSULATION PRODUCT DATA PAGE 6 FOAMULAR® XPS INSULATION PHYSICAL PROPERTIES PAGE 7 FOAMULAR® XPS INSULATION PRODUCT SIZE AVAILABILITY PAGE 8 FOAMULAR® XPS INSULATION SYSTEM SOLUTIONS LOW SLOPE SINGLE PLY INSULATED ROOF SYSTEMS PAGE 9 PRMA, VEGETATIVE AND PLAZA DECK INSULATED ROOF SYSTEMS PAGE 10 RECOVER ROOFING INSULATED ROOF SYSTEMS PAGE II ARCHITECTURAL METAL INSULATED ROOF SYSTEMS PAGE 12 FOAMULAR® TAPERED XPS ROOF INSULATION SYSTEMS...

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FOAMULAR® XPS ROOF INSULATION THE RIGHT PRODUCT FOR COMMERCIAL ROOFING PROJECTS L0W cL0PE SINGLE-PLY ABOVE DECK ROOF INSULATION FOAMULAR® insulation comes in a variety of sizes, thicknesses and compressive strengths to meet the demands of almost every application Suited for a wide range of applications, FOAMULAR® extruded polystyrene (XPS) insulation is ideal for roofing applications including single-ply protected roof membrane assemblies (PRMA), tapered, vegetative roofs, plaza decks, architectural metal roofing and recover roofing. For more information about the specific FOAMULAR® insulation...

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FOAMULAR® XPS ROOF INSULATION FOR COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS FOAMULAR® XPS insulation is a rigid foam insulation which meets the needs of today’s design professionals for a truly sustainable insulation product. Owens Corning™ insulation products help improve thermal performance and control moisture in commercial, institutional and high-rise residential buildings. Owens Corning™ FOAMULAR® XPS insulation is a closed cell, moisture-resistant rigid foam board ideal for many roofing applications, including single-ply, protected roof membrane assemblies (PRMA), tapered, vegetative roofs, plaza decks, architectural...

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FOAMULAR® XPS INSULATION PRODUCT DATA STANDARDS, CODES COMPLIANCE LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY • FOAMULAR® XPS insulation meets ASTM C578 FOAMULAR® XPS insulation is warranted to maintain 90% of its R-value and to retain all other properties defined in ASTM C578 for the lifetime of the building. See the actual warranty for complete details, limitations and requirements at www.owenscorningcommercial.com or www.foamular.com. • UL (Underwriters Laboratories) Classified. UL Classification Certificate U-197 is available at www.foamular.com • See ICC-ES Evaluation Report ESR-1061 at www.icc-es.org • UL...

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PHYSICAL PROPERTIES FOAMULAR® XPS INSULATION PHYSICAL PROPERTIES' TEST FOAMULAR® THERMAPINK® 25 FOAMULAR® 404/404RB FOAMULAR® 604/604RB METHOD' FOAMULAR® THERMAPINK® 18 DURAPINK® TAPERED 400 TAPERED 600 Water Vapor Permeance', maximum perm ASTM E96 1.5 (86) 1.5 (86) I.I (63) I.I (63) Dimensional Stability, maximum, % linear change ASTM D2I26 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 in/in/°F (m/m/°C) Type Classifications ASTM C578 Type X Type IV Type VI Type VII Properties shown are representative values for I" thick material, unless otherwise specified. Testing modified as needed for products less than Vi thickness 2....

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FOAMULAR® XPS INSULATION PRODUCT SIZE AVAILABILITY REFER TO CURRENT PRODUCT PACKAGING GUIDE FOR MINIMUM ORDER QUANTITIES AND LEAD TIME. PRODUCT DIMENSIONS THICKNESS THICKNESS (IN) X WIDTH (IN) X LENGTH (IN) FOAMULAR® 404/404 RIBBED INSULATION 2" 2 x 24 x 96 3" 3 x 24 x 96 Ribbed 2" 2 x 24 x 96 Ribbed 3" 3 x 24 x 96 FOAMULAR® 604/604 RIBBED INSULATION 1½" 1.5 x 24 x 96 2" 2 x 24 x 96 3" 3 x 24 x 96 Ribbed 1½" 1.5 x 24 x 96 Ribbed 2" 2 x 24 x 96 Ribbed 3" 3 x 24 x 96 DURAPINK® INSULATION ½" ½ x 48 x 96 1" 1 x 48 x 96 THERMAPINK® 18 INSULATION (special order) 1" 1 x 48 x 96 1½" 1.5 x 48 x 96 2"...

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FOAMULAR® XPS FOAM INSULATION LOW SLOPE SINGLE PLY INSULATED ROOF SYSTEMS SINGLE-PLY ROOFING SYSTEMS Single-ply roofing membranes are flexible sheets of compounded synthetic materials that are manufactured in a factory. Single ply roof systems provide strength, flexibility durability and installation speed. The inherent advantages of single-ply systems is the consistency of the quality of the plant manufactured membrane, and the versatility of product types, installation and attachment methods, all resulting in broader system appeal. Single-ply systems are different than another common category...

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FOAMULAR® XPS FOAM INSULATION PRMA, VEGETATIVE AND PLAZA DECK INSULATED ROOF SYSTEMS PRMA, VEGETATIVE AND PLAZA DECK WATERPROOFING Protected roof membrane assemblies (PRMA) provide high value and long term durability on long life cycle buildings. PRMA roofs range in function from infrequently accessed stone ballasted systems, to paver/plaza deck walking surfaces, to fully landscaped vegetative roof gardens. PRMA extends the life of roofing components and reduces building maintenance costs by eliminating UV exposure and minimizing thermal cycling. Vegetative roofs are gaining widespread acceptance...

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FOAMULAR® XPS FOAM INSULATION RECOVER ROOFING INSULATED ROOF SYSTEMS RECOVER SINGLE-PLY ROOFING SYSTEMS When an existing BUR reaches the end of its service life and it must be replaced, a decision must be made to either: 1) completely remove the existing BUR/insulation and replace it with another system or 2) “recover” the existing BUR with a new FOAMULAR® DURAPINK® XPS insulation layer and single-ply membrane roofing system. The first option, total tear off, requires the cost of time and labor to remove the old system, haul and dispose of the waste in a landfill, and completely replace the system...

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FOAMULAR® XPS FOAM INSULATION ARCHITECTURAL METAL INSULATED ROOF SYSTEMS ARCHITECTURAL METAL ROOFING SYSTEMS The exceptional performance of architectural metal roofing makes it one of the most specified products in commercial roofing. Architectural metal roofing systems are energy efficient with various levels of solar reflectance and emittance depending on the heating or cooling needs of a given climate. Metal roofs are recyclable, lightweight and easy to install. They provide protection against extreme weather conditions. With strong corrosion resistance they also offer long lasting durability....

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