R-value

Glass, Windows/Doors September 10, 2018

Glass Insulates Like a Wall

Using a vacuum between two panes of glass that prevents heat from escaping to the outside, Guardian Vacuum IG provides thermal insulation with an R-value…

Manufacturer News March 28, 2018

Laboratory Testing Shows Molded Polystyrene Insulation Resists Moisture Absorption

ACH Foam Technologies has announced that the Foam-Control PLUS+ water absorption max volume results of 0.3 percent in laboratory testing proves that molded polystyrene insulation…

Insulation, Products, Roofing September 11, 2017

Polyiso Offers High Performance in Low Temperatures

Firestone Building Products Co. has released a new polyiso formulation, which is equipped with high R-value performance in low temperatures. It also won’t soften or…

Products, Walls & Ceilings March 10, 2017

Insulated Product Looks Like Brick

Dryvit’s NewBrick consists of an insulating base layer (insulation value equal to R-5 or R-1.4 when including the effect of the mortar joints), a reinforced…

Insulation, Products, Structural October 25, 2016

Structural Insulated Panels Are Made with Graphite Polystyrene Insulation

Premier SIPs has introduced PREMIER PLATINUM structural insulated panels (SIPs) that offer more R-value than traditional SIP panels. The next generation of SIPs is made…

Products, Windows/Doors October 4, 2016

Full-Frame Fixed Window Provides an R10 Insulating Value

Alpen High Performance Products has announced the availability of a full-frame fixed window package capable of providing an R10 insulating value. Following independent testing by…

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