Product properties
Waterproof
FOAMGLAS® insulation is water and vapor proof. As an all-glass, 100% closed cell material it retains all the water-resistant properties of glass. Benefit: No moisture absorption, no condensation, no swelling of FOAMGLAS® insulation resulting in a constant thermal insulation value.
Impervious to water vapor
Each glass cell is hermetically sealed during the manufacturing process ensuring that FOAMGLAS® insulation is totally impervious to water vapor and to all other gases. Benefit: FOAMGLAS® insulation does not require the use of a vapor barrier.
Non-combustible
FOAMGLAS® insulation is made of pure glass, is non-combustible and also non-absorbent. Benefit: Safe storage and a safe installation. As an inorganic material FOAMGLAS® insulation will not burn or support combustion. It has no flame spread or smoke development.
Resistant to Insects, Termites and Rodents
FOAMGLAS® insulation is inorganic, it will not be damaged by insects or rodents and will not rot in the long term. It is termite resistant. Benefit: Safe insulation of underground constructions, as FOAMGLAS® insulation provides no food nor nesting source for birds or vermin and does not support the growth of micro-organisms such as mold or fungi and bacteria.
High compressive strength
FOAMGLAS® insulation gives exceptionally high compressive strength without deformation under permanent load. Benefit: FOAMGLAS® insulation will not compress or settle and provides full support to foundation slabs, parking structures and dynamic or static loads, without thermal bridges.
Dimensionally stable
FOAMGLAS® insulation is dimensionally stable, as glass does not shrink or swell. Benefit: No warping or buckling with FOAMGLAS® insulation. It remains stable since it has a similar expansion/contraction coefficient to concrete or steel construction. This gives a minimum of stress to the insulation system, joints and coverings as temperature changes. Preventing excessive expansion/contraction of insulation materials is the best way to ensure that the system remains sealed against moisture.
Acid resistant / Chemical resistant / Oil resistant
FOAMGLAS® insulation is resistant to oil, organic solvents and nearly all acids, since it is made of pure glass. Benefit: No destruction of the insulation by sour gas or other corrosive media and aggressive plant conditions. The chemical resistance of glass has been universally recognized.
Easily cut to shape
FOAMGLAS® insulation can be easily cut, shaped and installed on site or is available prefabricated. Depending on project requirements, FOAMGLAS® insulation can be easily cut on site using a hard-point saw and other simple tools.
