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SECTION 07200 - BUILDING INSULATION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1
SUMMARY
A.
This Section includes the following:
1.
Perimeter insulation at exterior foundation walls
2.
Rigid insulation below concrete floor slab.
3.
CellulosiC sound attenuation (“dense-pack”) insulation in interior walls.
4.
Cellulosic thermal insulation (“dense-pack”) in new exterior walls.
5.
Sprayed in place low-density foam insulation applied to underside of roof decks (deduct
alternates).
6.
Rigid insulation at exterior walls of residential section (deduct alternate).
7.
Sill sealer insulation at wall plates
8.
Spray foam insulation, surrounding window and door jambs, around rigid perimeter
insulation, and misc. small voids at building perimeter.
9.
Related accessories.
1.2
RELATED SECTIONS
1.
Exterior Air Retarder Building Wrap is specified in SECTION 06160, SHEATHING.
2.
Inter Air Barriers & Air Sealing are spec’d in SECTION 07190, VAPOR RETARDERS.
3.
Through-Penetration Firestopping Systems are specified in SECTION 07841.
4.
GWB over rigid insulation secured to Z-Channels on exterior walls of Residential Section
is specified in Section 09250 Gypsum Board Assemblies.
5.
Pipe and Duct Insulation is specified in DIVISION 15.
1.3
ALTERNATES
A.
1.4
Refer to SECTION 01230 for description of Alternates.
1.
Deduct Alternate: Do not install rigid insulation and Z-furring at existing exterior walls
of residential section.
2.
Deduct Alternate: Do not spray underside of roof deck of residential section of building
with low density foam insulation and applied fireproofing.
3.
Deduct Alternate: Do not spray underside of roof deck of east end of commercial section
of building (not including area rented by Wachovia) with low density foam insulation and
applied fireproofing.
RELATED SECTIONS
A.
Refer to SECTION 07810 Applied Fireproofing for spray-on protection over low-density
insulation applied to underside of roof deck.
B.
SECTION 09250 GWB Assemblies.
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SUBMITTALS
A.
Product Data: For each type of product indicated.
B.
Product test reports.
C.
Submit core samples of installed cellulose to verify density of installed product.
1.6
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
Provide insulation and related materials with the fire-test-response characteristics indicated, as
determined by testing identical products per ASTM E 84 for surface-burning characteristics, by
UL or another testing and inspecting agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.
Identify materials with appropriate markings of applicable testing and inspecting agency.
B.
Examine substrates and conditions under which insulation work is to be performed. Do not
proceed with installation of insulation until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
Clean substrates of substances that are harmful to insulation or vapor barriers, including
removal of projections which might puncture vapor barriers.
C.
Use adequate numbers of experienced installers who are completely familiar with the specified
requirements and methods required to complete the work of the Section.
1.7
DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING
A.
Deliver, handle and store insulation products in accordance with the manufacturer’s printed
instructions.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1
MANUFACTURERS
A.
2.2
In other Part 2 articles where titles below introduce lists, the following requirements apply to
product selection:
1.
Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the
manufacturers specified.
FOAM-PLASTIC BOARD INSULATION
A.
Extruded-Polystyrene Board Insulation: Polystyrene closed-cell foam insulating boards,
ASTM C 578, Type IV, 1.60 lb/cu. ft., with maximum flame-spread and smoke-developed
indexes of 75 and 450, respectively:
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Available Manufacturers:
a.
Dow Chemical Company.
b.
Owens Corning.
Provide in thicknesses indicated.
a.
BLOWN IN CELLULOSIC INSULATION
A.
2.4
Blown-in insulation shall be cellulosic fiber thermal insulation, with fire retardant, installed by
“Dense Pack” single hole method, installed at minimum of 3.5 lbs/cu. ft. Provide in interior
walls where indicated and all new exterior walls.
SPRAYED IN PLACE LOW DENSITY FOAM INSULATION AT UNDERSIDE OF ROOF
DECK
A.
Spray-applied low density urethane foam insulation as manufactured by Healtyseal or equal
approved by Architect and installed by factory-authorized and certified trained technicians in
accordance with the manufacturer’s printed instructions and requirements in Part 3
“Execution.”.
1.
Thermal conductivity: minimum R 3.6 per inch (ASTM C 518).
2.
Density: .50 lbs/cu ft in place (ASTM D 1622).
3.
Permeance: 16 perms @ 3 inch thickness.
4.
Surface Burning Characteristics: Class I, ASTM E 84.
5.
Flame Spread: =<20; Smoke =<400.
a.
Warning: This numerical flame spread and all other data presented is not intended
to reflect hazards presented by this or any other material under actual fire
conditions.
B.
Storage:
1.
Do not store in direct sunlight. Keep drums covered. Lawfully dispose of containers
complying with all applicable regulations of Authorities having jurisdiction.
2.
Store raw materials at 55 deg F to 70 deg F.
3.
Fire hazard class of raw material stored on site: Combustible liquid, Class 3B.
4.
Transportaion: Class 55, NOIBN, non-hazardous.
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SILL SEALER INSULATION AT WALL PLATES
A.
2.6
Sill-Sealer Gaskets: Glass-fiber-resilient insulation, fabricated in strip form, for use as a sill
sealer; 1-inch nominal thickness, compressible to 1/32 inch; selected from manufacturer's
standard widths to suit width of sill members indicated.
SPRAY IN PLACE FOAM INSULATION for cracks and spaces around door and window
jambs:
A.
Available Manufacturers:
1.
Purfil
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Hilti Corporation
Touch ‘N Foam
“Vers tite” by R.H.H. Foam Systems, Inc.
Polyurethane foam sprayed in place from canister.
1.
Expanding not more than 60% when fully cured.
2.
Minimum R-4 for each inch of foam.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1
Coordination
A.
All work by others which penetrates the roof,, interior or exterior walls shall be completed
before insulation subcontractor begins work.
B.
When dense-pack insulation process is on-going, Contractor shall minimize the work of other
trades in areas of dense-pack work.
3.2
INSTALLATION, GENERAL
A.
Examine substrates and conditions under which insulation work is to be performed. Do not
proceed with installation of insulation until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
Clean substrates of substances that are harmful to insulation or vapor retarder, including
removal of projections which might puncture vapor retarders.
B.
Comply with insulation manufacturer's written instructions applicable to products and
application indicated.
C.
Install insulation that is undamaged, dry, and unsoiled and that has not been left exposed at any
time to ice, rain, and snow.
D.
Extend insulation in thicknesses indicated over entire area to be insulated. Cut and fit blanket
insulation tightly around obstructions, extend blown insulation around obstructions, and fill
voids with insulation. Remove projections which interfere with placement. Apply a single
layer of insulation of required thickness, unless otherwise indicated.
E.
Water-Piping Coordination: If water piping is located within insulated exterior walls,
coordinate location of piping to ensure that it is placed on warm side of insulation and insulation
encapsulates piping.
F.
For preformed insulating units, provide sizes to fit applications indicated and selected from
manufacturer's standard thicknesses, widths, and lengths. Apply single layer of insulation units
to produce thickness indicated unless multiple layers are otherwise shown or required to make
up total thickness.
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INSTALLATION OF RIGID INSULATION ON FROST WALLS AND UNDER SLABS
A.
On vertical surfaces of frost walls, temporarily set insulation units in place until interior back
fill is sufficient to hold insulation. Trim tops as required before installing insulation below slab.
1.
If not otherwise indicated, extend insulation down in 48 inch lengths.
B.
On horizontal surfaces, loosely lay insulation units according to manufacturer's written
instructions. Stagger end joints and tightly abut insulation units.
3.4
INSTALLATION OF LOOSE FILL CELLULOSIC INSULATION (Dense-Pack)
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Apply blown-in cellulosic insulation according to manufacturer's printed instructions. Do not
apply insulation until installation of pipes, ducts, conduits, wiring, and electrical outlets in walls
is completed and windows, electrical boxes, and other items not indicated to receive insulation
are masked.
INSTALLATION OF SPRAY IN PLACE LOW DENSITY FOAM INSULATION
1.
Installers: Experienced technicians trained and certified by the manufacturer for
installation of the product used.
2.
Apply at walls (including band joists) by factory certified technician according to the
manufacturer’s printed instructions.
3.
Examine substrate and conditions under which the spray insulation work is to be
performed, with Contractor present, and notify the Contractor of any unsatisfactory
conditions, including, but not necessarily limited, to:
a.
Excessive dirt or oil on substrate
b.
Excessive moisture present including dampness, dew, frost, or water.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Install insulation only when the temperature on both sides of the wall is a minimum of 40
deg F during foaming and for a forty-eight (48) hour period after foam has been placed in
the wall cavity. If the exterior temperatures are below 40 deg F, the interior temperature
must be at least 40 deg for a minimum of eight (8) hours prior to injection and forty eight
(48) hours after completion. In any case, the outside temperature must be above 20 deg F
unless the exterior wall is protected on the outside by thermal insulation, min R8.
During installation, provide a minimum two (2) air changes per hour ventilation for
installation personnel. Provide heat only through the use of vented heat sources with no
open flame.
Cover tools and work of other trades as required to prevent damage from overspray. Do
not weld or operate open flame tools of any kind near the installed product. Cover with
subsequent work as soon as possible.
Apply at walls (including band joists) by factory certified technician according to the
manufacturer’s printed instructions.
Protect installed insulation from exposure to weather and physical abuse. Provide
temporary covers for installed work that is not immediately concealed.
PROTECT INSULATION WITH FIRE PROTECTANT NEED SPECIFICATION
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INSTALLATION OF RIGID INSULATION ON EXTERIOR WALLS OF RESIDENTIAL
SECTION
A.
3.7
On vertical surfaces of exterior walls, apply square-edged 1” x 48” x 96” insulation units
horizontally (24” high) for top 48” of wall as indicated. Fasten using 2” galvanized Z channel,
attached to concrete wall according to manufacturer’s printed instructions. Secure top of top
insulation course using compatible sealant. Entire surface of insulation will be covered with
5/8” GWB, with perimeter of GWB and all penetrations sealed with low expanding foam
insulation.
INSTALLATION OF SPRAY IN PLACE LOW EXPANDING FOAM INSULATION
AROUND DOOR AND WINDOW FRAMES
A.
Install spray in place foam from canisters around door and window frames. Apply in single
bead to fully expand into space without compressing window or door frame. If expansion of
foam causes jamb to move, remove foam, re-shim and secure jamb, and repeat foam
installation.
B.
Insulate all cracks, penetrations, and voids in exterior sheathing.
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