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Polyester Insulation Solutions
Thermal Insulation
Thermal Insulation Solutions – Ceiling, Wall and Underfloor
Acoustic Insulation
Acoustic Insulation Solutions – Blanket and Panels
Ducting
Ductliner Insulation Solutions
Installation
Installation Guidelines for Thermal and Acoustic Insulation
Masterspec
Thermal and Acoustic Insulation Specifications
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Product Data Sheets
Thermal
NOVAtherm Ceiling Insulation
NOVAtherm Wall Insulation
NOVAfloor Insulation
NOVAtherm Multi-Underéoor Insulation
Acoustic
NOVAhush Panel Absorber Insulation
NOVAhush Acoustic Insulation
NOVAhush Baféestack Insulation
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Contents
Polyester Insulation Solutions
Thermal Insulation
Thermal Insulation Solutions – Ceiling, Wall and Underfloor
Acoustic Insulation
Acoustic Insulation Solutions – Blanket and Panels
Ducting
Ductliner Insulation Solutions
Installation
Installation Guidelines for Thermal and Acoustic Insulation
Masterspec
Thermal and Acoustic Insulation Specifications
Product Data Sheets
Thermal
NOVAtherm Ceiling Insulation
NOVAtherm Wall Insulation
NOVAfloor Insulation
NOVAtherm Multi-Underfloor Insulation
Acoustic
NOVAhush Panel Absorber Insulation
NOVAhush Acoustic Insulation
NOVAhush Bafflestack Insulation
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Thermal Insulation
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Product Details
Details
Thermal
NOVAtherm
NOVAtherm Ceiling Insulation
NOVAtherm Ceiling Insulation
Product
Product Description
Description
Product Description
R-Value
R-Value
Nominal
Nominal
Thickness
Thickness
(mm)
(mm)
Skillion Roof Pads
Ceiling Pads
Ceiling Pads
NOVAtherm Skillion roof polyester insulation is suitable for Skillion roof applications
NOVAtherm Ceiling Insulation for timber, membrane, skillion and roof applications
NOVAtherm Ceiling Insulation for timber, membrane, skillion and roof applications
NOVAtherm Skillion R2.9
2.9
115
NOVAtherm Ceiling 2.9
2.9
175
NOVAtherm Ceiling 2.9
2.9
175
NOVAtherm Skillion R2.9
2.9
115
200
NOVAtherm Ceiling 3.2
3.2
NOVAtherm Ceiling 3.2
3.2
200
NOVAtherm Skillion R3.2
3.2
165
NOVAtherm Ceiling 3.4
3.4
215
NOVAtherm Ceiling 3.4
3.4
215
NOVAtherm Skillion R3.2
3.2
165
Ceiling Blankets
Blankets
Ceiling
Blankets
NOVAtherm Ceiling
Ceiling Insulation
Insulation for
for timber,
timber, membrane,
membrane, skillion
skillion and
and purlin
purlin roof
roof applications
applications
NOVAtherm
NOVAtherm Ceiling
Ceiling 1.0*
1.0*
NOVAtherm
NOVAtherm Ceiling
Ceiling 1.5*
1.5*
NOVAtherm
NOVAtherm Ceiling
Ceiling R1.8
R1.8
NOVAtherm
NOVAtherm Ceiling
Ceiling 2.0*
2.0*
NOVAtherm
NOVAtherm Ceiling
Ceiling 2.2*
2.2*
NOVAtherm
NOVAtherm Ceiling
Ceiling 2.4*
2.4*
NOVAtherm
NOVAtherm Ceiling 2.6*
1.0
1.0
1.5
1.5
1.8
1.8
2.0
2.0
2.2
2.2
2.4
2.4
2.6
45
45
100
100
115
115
130
130
140
140
150
150
175
Width
Width
(mm)
(mm)
Total
Total
Coverage
Coverage
(m22)
(m2)
Pieces
Pieces
(per pack)
(per pack)
435
435
435
870
435
435
435
435
435
870
2.09
4.25
4.25
6.26
4.25
4.25
1.57
3.15
3.15
4.18
4
8
8
6
8
8
3
6
6
4
1200
1200
30.00
30.00
11
580
580
20.00
20.00
33
435
435
20.00
20.00
4
4
435
435
20.00
20.00
4
4
870
870
20.00
20.00
22
1200
1200
13.79
13.79
11
435
435
20.00
20.00
4
4
580
580
20.00
20.00
33
870
870
20.00
20.00
22
1200
1200
13.79
13.79
11
435
435
20.00
20.00
4
4
580
580
20.00
20.00
33
870
870
20.00
20.00
22
1200
1200
13.79
13.79
11
435
435
20.00
20.00
4
4
580
20.00
3
600
20.00
3
870
20.00
2
1200
13.79
1
435
15.00
4
580
15.00
3
870
15.00
2
1200
10.34
1
580
580
20.00
20.00
33
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Thermal Insulation Product Details
NOVAtherm Ceiling Insulation - Continued
Product Description
R-Value
Nominal
Thickness
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Total
Coverage
(m2)
Pieces
(per pack)
2.8
175
435
15.00
4
580
15.00
3
870
15.00
2
1200
10.34
1
435
15.00
4
580
15.00
3
870
15.00
2
1200
10.34
1
435
15.00
4
580
15.00
3
870
15.00
2
1200
10.34
1
435
15.00
4
580
15.00
3
870
15.00
2
1200
10.34
1
580
13.00
3
870
13.00
2
1200
8.96
1
580
13.00
3
870
13.00
2
1200
8.96
1
870
10.00
1
Ceiling Blankets
NOVAtherm Ceiling 2.8
NOVAtherm Ceiling 2.9
NOVAtherm Ceiling 3.0*
NOVAtherm Ceiling 3.2
NOVAtherm Ceiling 3.4*
NOVAtherm Ceiling 3.6
NOVAtherm Ceiling 4.0
2.9
3.0
3.2
3.4
3.6
4.0
185
195
200
215
225
240
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Thermal Insulation Product Details
NOVAtherm Wall Insulation
R-Value
Nominal
Thickness
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Total
Coverage
(m2)
Pieces
(per pack)
NOVAtherm Wall 2.0
2.0
90
580
10.09
15
NOVAtherm Wall 2.2
2.2
90
580
8.75
13
NOVAtherm Wall 2.5
2.5
90
580
5.38
8
NOVAtherm Wall 2.8*
2.8
110
380
3.19
14
580
4.18
12
380
15.00
3
580
15.00
2
360
3.76
9
560
3.90
6
380
6.49
2
580
5.00
1
380
15.00
3
580
15.00
3
Product Description
Wall Pads
NOVAtherm Wall Insulation for timber walls
Wall Blankets
NOVAtherm Wall Insulation for timber walls
NOVAtherm Wall 2.0
NOVAtherm Wall 2.2
NOVAtherm Wall 2.5
NOVAtherm Wall 2.6
2.0
2.2
2.5
2.6
90
90
90
140
Masonry Walls
NOVAtherm Wall Insulation for masonry walls
NOVAtherm Wall 1.0
1.0
45
380
30.00
4
NOVAtherm Wall 1.3
1.3
45
360
6.91
16
560
8.06
12
Wall Medium Density Pads
NOVAtherm Multi medium density insulation is available pre-cut to suit a wide range of wall joist spacings
NOVAtherm Multi-Walls
1.9
90
370
2.37
8
90
425
2.72
8
90
475
2.66
7
90
580
2.78
6
* Double layer of NOVAfloor
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NOVAfloor Underfloor Insulation
Product Description
R-Value
Nominal
Thickness
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Total
Coverage
(m2)
Pieces
(per pack)
Underfloor High Density
NOVAfloor High Density underfloor insulation available pre-cut to suit a wide range of floor joist spacing
NOVAfloor 1.4
1.4
55
375
6.30
14
435
7.31
14
460
7.18
13
485
7.57
13
535
7.06
11
580
6.96
10
600
5.76
8
630
6.05
8
650
6.24
8
Designed for New Zealand conditions
NOVAfloor Underfloor insulation has been designed specifically for the adverse conditions that occur under New Zealand houses,
with swirling winds, changing temperatures and rising damp. NOVAfloor is a heavy-duty, high-density polyester pad, that minimises
airflow rising through floorboards, and because it is semi-rigid, it fits snugly between floor joists, eliminating air pockets and
sagging over time.
The effectiveness of thermal insulation is measured by the R-value, which rates its thermal resistance. When NOVAfloor Underfloor
Insulation was released, the product was given an R-value of R1.4. That seemed a little low to us here at InsulPro; we were convinced
that when correctly installed in a home (rather than tested in a laboratory), NOVAfloor would have a significantly higher R-value.
Performance - Guaranteed!
So we set about proving it, installing NOVAfloor under
two homes and having its performance measured by an
independent body over seven days. The results showed that
NOVAfloor, as part of a system, achieved a maximum R-value
of R2.18 and had only very small changes in its performance
over the test period.
NOVAfloor outperformed
it’s R1.4 thermal rating by
over 50%!
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Thermal Insulation Product Details
NOVAtherm Multi - Underfloor Insulation
Product Description
R-Value
Nominal
Thickness
(mm)
Width
(mm)
Total
Coverage
(m2)
Pieces
(per pack)
Underfloor Medium Density Pads
NOVAtherm Multi medium density insulation is available pre-cut to suit a wide range of floor joist spacings
NOVAtherm Multi - Underfloor
1.8
90
425
4.08
8
90
475
4.56
8
90
525
4.41
7
90
575
4.14
6
90
600
3.60
5
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Acoustic Insulation Product Details
Acoustic Insulation (STC)
Product Description
Stud Size
(mm steel)
Linings
both sides (mm
plaster board)
STC (Rw)
Weight
(gsm)
Nominal
Thickness Width
(mm)
(mm)
Total
Coverage
(m2)
Pieces
(per pack)
Acoustic Insulation Blankets
NOVAhush Acoustic Blankets typically used in suspended ceilings and steel framing
NOVAhush 580
64
13
41 (Rw 41)
580
60
600
30.0
2
NOVAhush 750
64
13
43 (Rw 42) 750
60
600
20.0
3
NOVAhush 900
92
13
48 (Rw 47) 900
90
600
20.0
3
Sound Blanket and Pad typically used in timber framing
NOVAhush Acoustic Blanket and Pads typically used in timber framing and mid floors
NOVAhush Sound Blanket
90
1100
90
580
20.0
3
NOVAhush Sound Pad
90
1100
90
580
11.4
17
1000
100
600
20.0
3
NRC
Nominal
Thickness Width
(mm)
(mm)
Total
Coverage
(m2)
Pieces
(per pack)
Baffle Stack
NOVAhush Baffle Stack typically used in ceiling cavities over partition walls
NOVAhush Baffle Stack
Acoustic Insulation (NRC)
Product Description
Acoustic Panels
NOVAhush Acoustic Panels typically used as a finished product or behind perforated panels
NOVAhush 35-25
0.70
25
1200
34.6
12
NOVAhush 35-50
0.90
50
1200
17.3
6
NOVAhush 35 - 75*
1.05
75
1200
11.5
4
NOVAhush 20-100*
0.95
100
1200
8.6
3
NOVAhush 40-100*
1.05
100
1200
8.6
3
Available in white, black, or white with black face.
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Ducting Insulation Product Details
Ducting
Weight
(gsm)
Nominal
Thickness Width
(mm)
(mm)
Total
Coverage
(m2)
Pieces
(per pack)
NOVAhush D/Wrap 25mm x 1200mm
350
25
1200
36.0
1
NOVAhush D/Wrap 50mm x 1200mm
700
50
1200
18.0
1
Product Description
Duct Wrap
NOVAhush Duct Wrap typically used for heating and air conditioning
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Underfloor Insulation Safety and Installation Guidelines
General
Fitting around double joists
NOVAfloor 100% polyester insulation is safe and
user friendly. However to guard against hazards
it is recommended that protective dust masks,
safety glasses, knee pads and suitable clothing
are worn. For further safety information refer
to NZS 4246 appendix B and the HSE Act.
In the situation where a single joist becomes
a double joist simply make a right angle cut
and fit the NOVAfloor as in picture 2.
Tools Required
• Tajima knife and replaceable blades
• Ventilated goggles
Picture 2.
• Dust mask
For optimal performance
• Multi LED headlamp
To ensure optimum performance there should be
no gaps between the edge of the fitted NOVAfloor
sheets and the floor joists as per picture 3.
• Protective clothing
• Tape measure
• Glow spray paint
Materials
• NOVAfloor pre-cut sheets (all sheets are 1.2m
in length and supplied at various widths).
Safety
• Do not use staples to fix NOVAfloor
• Avoid cutting sheets of NOVAfloor
against joists or bearers.
Important!
Having the right widths of NOVAfloor will make
the installation a smooth process, minimizing the
need for cutting and overall installation time.
Picture 3.
Brick veneer buildings or buildings
with ventilated cavities in walls
In the case of a brick veneer building or a building
with a ventilated cavity in the wall fit the NOVAfloor
sheets to the outer edge of the bottom plate.
Do not insulate over the ventilated cavity as
it may undermine air circulation and result
in excessive moisture in the wall.
Cutting
Fitting Instructions
Present the long edge of the sheet to the inside
of the joist and then pressure fit the body of the
sheet hard up to the floor as per picture 1. Fold the
trailing edge down so the friction fit is complete.
Each piece must measure a minimum of 25mm wider
than the gap between the joists before fitting.
When fitted the folded trailing edge section can be up
to 140mm but not be more than the depth of the joist.
On-site cutting should be kept to a minimum using the
specialist knife and blades. Change the blade regularly.
Avoid cutting sheets of NOVAfloor against joists or bearers.
Pipes
For all piping and plumbing fittings, always maintain a
100mm gap between the NOVAfloor and the waste pipes
in case of any future water leak. This will also ensure
adequate room for a serviceman requiring access to pipes.
Wiring
Mark up all electrical wiring and telephone
lines with glow spray paint, prior to starting
the job. Where possible, NOVAfloor should be
fitted above the electrical wiring lines.
Picture 1.
Warning tags should be placed at points where
NOVAfloor covers the electrical wiring. Take proper care
not to crush or damage the power or phone lines.
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Acoustic Bafflestack Insulation Safety and Installation Guidelines
General
Guidelines for ceilings
NOVAhush 100% polyester insulation is safe and user friendly.
However to guard against hazards it is recommended that
protective dust masks and safety glasses are worn. For further
safety information refer to the OSH Health & Safety Guidelines
for the Selection and Safe Handling of Synthetic Mineral Fibres
as it refers to Polyester.
Hazards in Ceilings
Tools Required
The hazards in the ceiling area include but are not limited to:
sharp objects such as nails, heat exhaustion, dust inhalation,
fragile ceilings and other dangers such as chimneys, downlights,
hidden wardrobes, ventilation and air conditioning systems. For
further guidance refer to the IAONZ Safety Induction Plan at
www.iaonz.co.nz/pdf/iaonz-passport-handbook.pdf
Safety approved step ladder or moveable platform for walls.
Installation in ceilings
When installing NOVAhush, be sure to:
Stack the NOVAhush insulation in layers, lengthwise over the
commonwall. As the roll is continuous and pre-cut to width,
simply tear to required length. Centre the stack so that there
is 300mm equally installed each side of the common wall
(unless specified elsewhere).
• Keep the product dry at all times. Do not use NOVAhush in
situations where the product will come into contact with
water or moisture.
• Use sufficient product so that a snug fit is achieved around
the edges. The product is easily torn to required lengths.
Tear pre-cut NOVAhush Bafflestack to required lengths.
Use the cut edge as a guide to install the correct number of
layers - compressing the baffles to fill the void.
Please refer to the table below for Compression rates in a
typical, 1.2 metre plenum height for single and double width
Bafflestack.
Single Stack
Compression
rate
Number
in the
stack
Lineal
Metre
10%
800
9
1
17
1
10%
10%
10%
30%
30%
600
800
9
50%
1200
800
1500
Double width stack
Typical
Compression Plenum
rate
height
10%
10%
600
800
• Metal flues – 50mm
10.2
5.4
0.42
0.51
0.27
7.2
0.36
12.6
0.63
43
43
7.2
0.36
55*
24
1
14.4
0.72
55*
16
1
9.6
0.54
39
39
1
0.48
43
43
55*
24
1
14.4
0.72
Number
in the
stack
Lineal
Mitre
m2
Number
of Bales
rq'd
Anticipated
STC
9
1
1
5.4
8.4
0.27
0.42
53*
1
5.4
0.27
69*
7
9
800
39
8.4
39
1
14
1500
0.27
12
600
1200
5.4
0.21
21
1200
30%
Anticipated
CAC
4.2
10.8
10%
30%
1
m2
Number
of Bales
rq'd
1
30%
30%
1
1
600
1500
1
12
50%
• Extractor fans (un-ducted/exposed) – 200mm
• Recessed light fittings (downlights)
1500
14
18
50%
• Brick/concrete chimneys – 50mm
1200
7
1200
50%
Clearances per NZS 42461
600
30%
30%
Clearances
Bafflestack Table
Typical
Plenum
height
1
12
1
21
1
18
1
8.4
7.2
10.8
12.6
0.42
55*
53*
53*
0.36
69*
0.63
69*
0.54
69*
If a double stack is specified, lay 600mm wide stack each side
of the common wall in the ceiling cavity.
• If the manufacturer’s specified clearances for downlights
are known they shall be followed.
Electrical/Computer boxes and air conditioning units must be
free to air cool if they have fans installed.
• If they are not known then the following clearances shall
be made:
- Halogen lamps – 200mm
- Incandescent lamps – 50mm
We recommend the ceiling tile face and top of the wall have
acoustic foam applied when installing the last Bafflestack to
reduce the chance of acoustic flanking at this junction. Should
you require further details, please contact one of our Account
Managers on 0800 100 007.
• Where the type of lamp cannot be determined, a
minimum clearance of 200mm shall be made
between the downlight and insulation material.
1. NZS 4246: 2006 Amendment No. 1, correct as at September 2010
NB: For optimum performance, it is useful to know that the
ceiling gridlines should be designed so that the grid joints
meet over the common wall.
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Acoustic Panel Insulation Safety and Installation Guidelines
General
Hazards
NOVAhush Acoustic Panel Absorber, 100% polyester insulation
is safe and user friendly. However, to guard against hazards,
it is recommended that protective clothing is worn, including
safety glasses and dust masks.
Hazards
When installing NOVAhush Acoustic Panel Absorber, be
sure to:
• Keep the product dry at all times. Do not use NOVAhush
Acoustic Panel Absorber in situations where the product will
come into contact with water or moisture. Allow a minimum
gap of 25mm from any building surface that is damp or may
become damp during the intended use of the building.
• Avoid compression of the product, as it will adversely affect
performance. Nominal thickness of the product should be
maintained at all times.
• Use sufficient product so that a snug fit is achieved. Cut to
required lengths using Tajima knife or other heavy duty
blade.
Tools required*
• Insulation hangers (52mm)
• Insulation hanger caps
• Acrylic spray paint to paint Insulation hanger caps
• Contact adhesive (EVA type)
• Tajima knife (model: LC-660) or similar heavy duty blade
• Steel ruler (and measuring tape)
* Tools required may vary depending on the type of installation.
When working near electrical cables and equipment, care
should be taken to avoid damaging any electrical insulation.
Wherever possible NOVAhush Acoustic Panel Absorber should
be laid behind electrical wiring (or pipes).
Refer to a registered electrician or qualified electrical engineer
and / or AS/NZ 3000 for further guidance.
Guidelines for ceilings and walls
Installation
NOVAhush Acoustic Panel Absorbers can be applied to walls
and ceilings in a variety of ways. These include friction fitted
into a frame, glued and fixed using Insulation hangers. The
instructions below are for fixing with Insulation hangers.
• Measure the entire surface you are covering & ensure you
have sufficient NOVAhush Acoustic Panel Absorbers to cover.
• Ensure you have sufficient Insulation hangers to complete
600mm x 600mm spacing across the surface.
• Ensure surface meets adhesive requirements
(reference on this page)
• Using a pen or permanent marker, mark up where the
Insulation hangers are to be positioned on the clean surface.
• Fix the Insulation hangers onto the surface with screws or
nails. If using glue, apply a sufficient amount of EVA type
glue onto the base and glue them to the surface.
NB: ensure you maintain the 600mm centre intervals.
CEILING TILE
Disclaimer
INSULATION HANGERS
NOVAhush Panel Absorber is designed for acoustic
applications. It is not recommended for visual applications
as the surface may show creases, wrinkles or slight colour
variations due to the manufacturing process.
• For additional strength, apply a EVA type adhesive to the
surface, between the Insulation hangers.
Adhesive and Cutting Requirements
• Measure NOVAhush Acoustic Panel Absorber and cut sheet
to size.
Adhesive requirements
• Line up the NOVAhush Acoustic Panel Absorber to an outer
edge first and then push the panel onto the Insulation hanger.
Ensure the surface is clean, dry and defect free. We recommend
sealing all joins and wiping the surface with a moist cloth.
Cutting Instructions
Ensure you note where there is a service (e.g: electrical wiring)
as you will need to cut the NOVAhush Acoustic Panel Absorber
accordingly.
Cut NOVAhush Acoustic Panel Absorber with a Tajima or other
heavy duty blade.
For safety, note the Insulation hanger’s position when applying onto the
surface.
• Fix Insulation hanger caps onto the ends of the facing pins,
so that it fits up against the NOVAhush Acoustic Panel
Absorber without compressing. If necessary, a suitable
washer can be applied before the cap.
CEILING TILE
INSULATION HANGERS
NOVAhush ACOUSTIC PANEL
ABSORBER INSULATION
• Where necessary, paint caps and joins to match the colour
of the NOVAhush Acoustic Panel Absorber.
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Acoustic Insulation Safety and Installation Guidelines
General
InsulPro 100% polyester insulation is safe and easy to install.
NOVAhush Acoustic Insulation is designed to be installed in
new or existing homes or buildings. It will create a quieter,
warmer, healthier home or work environment.
Before you get started
Safe to install
135 classes of downlights can have insulation abutted but
must not be covered with insulation as this may cause the
downlight to overheat
• Non-IC class of downlights are prohibited from use in
residential construction
Other Hazards/Obstructions
Clearances between potential items in the ceiling or walls, and
the insulation:
• It won’t irritate your skin when you touch it - in fact it is
made from the same material that you may find in your
pillows or duvets.
• Extractor fans (un-ducted/exposed) - 200mm
• For further safety information on installing insulation refer
to NZS4246 Appendix B and the HSE Act.
• Roofing underlay - 25mm
Recommended Tools
• Tape measure and/or digital laser meter
• Metal flues - 50mm
• Roofing Materials - 25mm
• Brick/concrete chimneys - 50mm
For other hazards such as hidden wardrobes, ventilation and
air conditioning systems please refer to NZS4246
• Sharp knife with replaceable blades
How to install NOVAhush Acoustic Insulation
• Step ladder
Ceiling
• Staple gun
• Multi LED headlamp
• Ventilated goggles, dust mask and protective clothing
(for protection from dirt, dust, spiders and other safety risks)
Things to look out for
When installing NOVAhush Acoustic Insulation you may come
accross:
Electrical Wires
Here is what you need to do:
• Mark the position of the electrical wire and telephone lines
• Were possible NOVAhush insulation should be fitted behind
electrical wires and pipes in walls and under electrical wires
in ceilings
• In walls, if you need to insulate around wires mark the
position of the wire and slit the insulation roughly in the
middle of its thickness where the wire is going to fit behind
the insulation. Do not cut insulation near to electrical wires.
Install insulation, wrapping it around the wire
• Take care not to be damage electrical wires or phone lines treat all wires as live
Recessed Light Fittings
• Follow instructions from the light suppliers and leave
clearances between lights and insulation if required
• If these instructions are not available leave a minimum
clearance between the light fitting and insulation of 100mm
• If clearance are required, they must be made prior
to installation of ceiling lining. IC and IC-F classes of
downlights can be covered with insulation. CA-80 and CA-
In recessed ceilings, cover the entire available area.
1 Fit lengths of the product and butt the joins together without
gaps or undue compression
2 If you need to adjust the dimensions of the blanket:
• Length - tear across with you hands
• Width - use a sharp knife
3 At the end of the installation check and repair any visible
gaps, tucks or folds. Use any offcuts to fill small gaps
Check www.insulpro.co.nz for NOVAhush Bafflestack install
guidelines.
Walls
1 Ensure the wall cavity is dry before you begin installation
2 Hold the NOVAhush Acoustic Insulation against the top plate
of the wall cavity and fix with no more than 3-4 staples. Do
not staple through the entire thickness of the product as it
will cause undue compression and reduce its performance
3 Tear the insulation about 5mm wider than the space
available. This will ensure a good fit
4 Gently push the blanket into the wall cavity, ensuring there
are no gaps around the edges
5 Continue the process until your wall cavities are fully
insulated
Note: Any single drop of insulation should be no more than 3 metres
6 At the end of the installation check and repair any visible
gaps, tucks or folds. Use offcuts to fill small gaps
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Underfloor Insulation Safety and Installation Guidelines
General
InsulPro 100% polyester insulation is safe and easy to install.
NOVAtherm Underfloor is designed to be installed under the
floor of new or existing homes or buildings. It will create a
warmer, healthier home or work environment.
Pipes under the floor
• Maintain a 100mm gap between the NOVAtherm
Underfloor and waste pipes. This will also ensure adequate
room for serviceman requiring access to the pipes
Before you get started
Safe to install
• It won’t irritate your skin when you touch it - in fact it is
made from the same material that you may find in your
pillows or duvets.
• For further safety information on installing insulation refer
to NZS4246 Appendix B and the HSE Act.
Easy to Install
• Manufactured in pads, it is easy to install as it is friction fitted
and squeezed to fit between the underfloor joists.
• NOVAtherm Underfloor comes in pre-cut pads which are
varying widths.
• Before installation, measure the distances between floor joists.
We recommend every single bay is measured as joist spacing
can vary in a house.This will help in selecting the appropriate
width(s) to minimise cutting and installation time.
Lights
• For lights under the floor maintain a 200mm gap between
NOVAtherm Underfloor and the light
Is your home brick veneer or a building with ventilated
cavity in the wall?
• Do not block the ventilated cavity with insulation, as it will
reduce the air circulation and result in moisture in the wall
• Only fit NOVAtherm Underfloor to the outer edge of the
bottom plate, leaving the cavity clear
Other Hazards/Obstructions
Recommended tools
Clearances between the insulation and potential items under
the floor
• Wide blade craft knife with a pack of replaceable blades
• Brick/concrete chimneys - 50mm
• Multi LED headlamp
How to install NOVAtherm Underfloor
• Ventilated goggles, dust mask and protective clothing (for
protection from dirt, dust, spiders and other safety risks)
The product is designed to be friction fitted between the floor
joists. Allow 5-35mm pad width, over the gap between the
inside of the floor joists to ensure a snug fit.
• Tap measure and/or digital laser meter
• Glow spray paint
Cutting the product to fit
• On-site cutting should be kept to a minimum using the
recommended knife and blades. Change the blade regularly
• Avoid cutting NOVAtherm Underfloor against joists or
bearers, or near electrical wiring
Things to look out for
Electrical Wires
Here is what you need to do:
• Mark the position of the electrical wire and telephone lines
• Were possible NOVAtherm Underfloor should be fitted
behind electrical wires
• Take care not to be damage electrical wires or phone lines treat all wires as live
• Warning tags should be placed at points when NOVAtherm
Underfloor covers electrical wiring
For other clearances please refer to NZS4246
1 Begin by sitting the long edge of the
pad against the inside the of joists
2 Fit the pad hard up the floor boards
and fold the remainder of the pad
hard against the other joist.
3 To minimise cutting, the product
can be folded down on one side of
the joist or double folded. The fold
can protrude below the bottom of
the joist by up to 15mm. Where floor
joists are spaced 500mm or greater,
additional support may be required to prevent sagging
4 Fit the next pad by butting both ends together without
gaps. It should sit firmly in place. There should be no tucks or
creases
5 Continue the process until the Underfloor is fully insulated
6 At the end of the installation check and repair any visible
gaps. Use any offcuts to fill small gaps
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Wall Insulation Safety and Installation Guidelines
General
InsulPro 100% polyester insulation is safe and easy to install.
NOVAtherm Wall Pads and Blanket is designed to be installed
in the wall of new or existing homes or buildings. It will create
a warmer, healthier home or work environment.
Before you get started
Safe to install
• It won’t irritate your skin when you touch it - in fact it is
made from the same material that you may find in your
pillows or duvets.
• For further safety information on installing insulation refer
to NZS4246 Appendix B and the HSE Act.
Recommended tools
• Tap measure and/or digital laser meter
• Sharp Knife with replaceable blades
• Step Ladder
How to install
NOVAtherm Wall Pads and Blanket
Wall pads
1 Ensure the wall cavity is dry before you begin installation
2 Make sure you have correct sized product to fit inside the
framing of your wall. For a snug fit make sure your Wall Pad
is up to 5mm greater than the stud/dwang (nog) spacing. If
necessary, cut the pad to fit with a sharp knife
3 Start by installing the standard sized cavities first and then
move to the odd-sized spaces
4 Gently push the wall pad into the wall cavity, ensuring there
are no gaps, creases or folds
5 Continue the process until your wall cavities are fully insulated
6 At the end of the installation check and repair any visible
gaps. Use any offcuts to fill small gaps
• Multi LED headlamp
• Ventilated goggles, dust mask and protective clothing (for
protection from dirt, dust, spiders and other safety risks)
Things to look out for
When installing InsulPro Wall Pads and Blankets you may
come across:
Electrical Wires
Here is what you need to do:
• Mark the position of the electrical wire and telephone lines
• Where possible NOVAtherm insulation should be fitted
behind electrical wires and pipes
• If you need to cover the wire mark the position of the wire
and slit the insulation roughly in the middle of its thickness.
Do not cut insulation near to electrical wires.
• Install insulation, wrapping it around the wire
• Take care not to damage electrical wires or phone lines treat all wires as live
IMPT: As staples are required with NOVAtherm Wall Blanket we
recommend that you follow the Power Off Policy in NZS4246
Wall blankets
1 Ensure the wall cavity is dry before you begin installation
2 Hold the NOVAtherm Wall Blanket against the top plate of the
wall cavity and fix with no more than 4 staples. Do not staple
through the entire thickness of the product as it will cause
undue compression and reduce the thermal performance
Wall Lights
3 Tear the insulation about 5mm greater than the space
available. This will ensure a good fit
• Follow instructions from the light suppliers and leave
clearances between the wall lights and insulation if required.
4 Gently push the blanket into the wall cavity, ensuring there
are no gaps around the edges
• If these instructions are not available we recommend a
clearance between the light fitting and the insulation of 100mm
Other Hazards/Obstructions
Clearances between potential items in the wall and the
insulation:
• Extractor fans (un-ducted/exposed) - 200mm
5 Continue the process until your wall cavities are fully insulated
Note: Any single drop of insulation should be no more than 3 metres
6 At the end of the installation check and repair any visible
gaps. Use offcut to fill small gaps
Check out NZS4346 for install guidelines on Masonry walls.
• Metal flues - 50mm
• Brick/concrete chimneys - 50mm
For other hazards please refer to NZS4246
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SkillionPanel
Roof Insulation Safety and Installation Guidelines
Acoustic
General
InsulPro 100% polyester insulation is safe and easy to install.
NOVAtherm Skillion Roof Pads are designed to be installed
in the ceilings of new homes or buildings where the roof
and ceiling run in close parallel lines. It will create a warmer,
healthier home or work environment.
Before you get started
Safe to install
• It won’t irritate your skin when you touch it - in fact it is
made from the same material that you may find in your
pillows or duvets.
• For further safety information on installing insulation refer
to NZS4246 Appendix B and the Health & Safety Executive Act
Easy to install
• Manufactured in pad form, it is easy to install
• NOVAtherm Skillion Roof insulation is available in varying
widths
• Controlled thickness to ensure certainty of clearance to the
roof underlay
downlights can be covered with insulation. CA-80 and CA135 classes of downlights can have insulation abutted but
must not be covered with insulation as this may cause the
downlight to overheat
• Non-IC class of downlights are prohibited from use in
residential construction
Other Hazards/Obstructions
Clearances between potential items in the ceiling or walls, and
the insulation:
•
•
•
•
•
Extractor fans (un-ducted/exposed) - 200mm
Metal flues - 50mm
Roofing Materials - 25mm
Roofing underlay - 25mm
Brick/concrete chimneys - 50mm
For other hazards such as hidden wardrobes, ventilation and
air conditioning systems please refer to NZS4246
How to install NOVAtherm Skillion Roof Pads
New Ceilings
NOVAtherm Skillion Roof Pads are designed to be fitted from
underneath, between the roof rafters.
1 The product should not be in contact with the roof-underlay
or roof cladding. If the insulation section is going to touch
the roof cladding or underlay, use a thinner insulation to
maintain a minimum of 25mm clearance (see diagram
below). Make sure the product is firmly placed on the ceiling
battens without any gaps.
Roofing Underlay
Recommended Tools
• Tape measure and/or digital laser meter
• Wide blade craft knife (Tajima or similar) or a specialised
insulation saw such as a Bahco
• Multi LED headlamp
• Ventilated goggles, dust mask and protective clothing
(for protection from dirt, dust, spiders and other safety risks)
Things to look out for
When installing NOVAtherm Skillion Roof Pads you may come
across:
Electrical Wires
Here is what you need to do:
• Mark the position of the electrical wire and telephone lines
• Where possible NOVAtherm insulation should not cover
electrical wires
• Take care not to be damage electrical wires or phone lines treat all wires as live
Downlights
• Follow instructions from the light suppliers and leave
clearances between the downlights and insulation if required
• If these instructions are not available leave a minimum
clearance between the light fitting and insulation of 100mm
• If clearance are required, they must be made prior
to installation of ceiling lining. IC and IC-F classes of
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Ceiling battens
Soffit / Eave
Figure 1.
2 Make sure the product is the correct thickness to fit the
ceiling cavity.
• R2.9: 115mm thick - suitable for 140mm or greater roof rafters
• R3.2: 165mm thick - suitable for 190mm or greater roof rafters
3 Measure the area to be insulated and ensure you have
sufficient product. The product should be 5mm wider than the
space available to ensure a snug, friction fit. There should be no
gaps, folds or tucking in and around the edges of the insulation.
4 Fit the insulation pad in the ceiling bay, between the rafters.
5 Fit the next pad and butt ends together without gaps or
undue compression.
6 Continue installing pads until the whole space between roof
rafters is filled top to bottom.
7 You may be required to cut NOVAtherm Skillion Roof Pads to size.
This can be done with either a wide blade craft knife (Tajima or
similar) or a specialised insulation saw such as a Bahco.
8 At the end of the installation check and repair any visible
gaps, tucks or folds. Use any offcuts to fill small gaps.
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Ceiling Insulation Safety and Installation Guidelines
General
InsulPro 100% polyester insulation is safe and easy to install.
NOVAtherm Ceiling Blanket is designed to be installed in the
ceilings of new or existing homes or buildings. It will create a
warmer, healthier home or work environment.
Before you get started
Safe to install
• It won’t irritate your skin when you touch it - in fact it is
made from the same material that you may find in your
pillows or duvets.
• For further safety information on installing insulation refer
to NZS4246 Appendix B and the HSE Act.
• Metal flues - 50mm
• Roofing Materials - 25mm
• Roofing underlay - 25mm
• Brick/concrete chimneys - 50mm
For other hazards such as chimneys, hidden wardrobes,
ventilation and air conditioning systems please refer to NZS4246
How to install NOVAtherm Ceiling Blanket
New Build
NOVAtherm Ceiling Blanket can be laid on the top of the
ceiling joists or fitted underneath, before the ceiling is
installed. Refer to NZS4246 for full details.
Existing Ceilings
If there is no existing insulation in your ceiling, you may
choose to install NOVAtherm Ceiling Blanket between the
joists. Refer to NZS4246 for full details.
Otherwise follow the installation instructions below:
Recommended Tools
• Tape measure and/or digital laser meter
• Sharp knife with replaceable blades
• Installing stick e.g. broom handle
• Multi LED headlamp
• Ventilated goggles, dust mask and protective clothing
(for protection from dirt, dust, spiders and other safety risks)
Things to look out for
When installing NOVAtherm Ceiling Blankets you may come
across:
Electrical Wires
Here is what you need to do:
• Mark the position of the electrical wire and telephone lines
• Where possible NOVAtherm insulation should be fitted
underneath electrical wires
• Take care not to be damage electrical wires or phone lines treat all wires as live
Downlights
• Follow instructions from the light suppliers and leave
clearances between the downlights and insulation if
required
• If these instructions are not available leave a minimum
clearance between the light fitting and insulation of 100mm
Other Hazards/Obstructions
Clearances between potential items in the ceiling or walls, and
the insulation:
1 In your roof cavity, level existing insulation and clear any area
from around downlights
2 Remove any damp insulation. If dampness is caused by leaks
in a pipe or roof, ensure they are repaired before installing
insulation
3 Gently pull the blanket over the ceiling joists, at a 90 degree
angle. Allow for the blanket to sag into the joist cavity
Note: Insulation must maintain its loft to deliver thermal resistance (R-Value), It
is important to prevent undue compression, folds or tucks.
4 The product should not come in contact with the roof/
underlay. A minimum of 25mm clearance is required. If the
product is going to touch on the roof underlay in confined
spaces, use a thinner insulation to maintain a 25mm clearance
5 Fit the next length of the product and butt the joins together
without gaps or undue compression
6 Cover the entire ceiling, including at least 50% of the exterior
top plate (except where obstructed by other framing e.g.
ceiling joists)
Note: Use your installing stick to push the insulation into the hard to reach areas,
making sure you don’t damage the product.
7 If you need to adjust the dimensions of the blanket:
• Length - tear across with you hands
• Width - use a sharp knife
8 To prevent air circulation between the ceiling and insulation,
block off ends of each bay between the joists/truss chords.
Tear the insulation to fit into the spaces between the joists/
truss chords
9 At the end of the insulation check and repair any visible gaps,
tucks or folds. Use any offcut to fill small gaps
Check out NZS4246 for install
guidelines on specific ceiling
types such as Low Pitched, Truss,
Skillion and High Pitched Roofs.
• Extractor fans (un-ducted/exposed) - 200mm
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Branded
Specifications
4710N
InsulPro
Thermal
and AcousticDocument
Insulation
InsulPro
Branded
Specifications
The following branded section has been prepared by
Construction Information Limited (Masterspec®) in
conjunction with InsulPro. The use and/or downloading
of this section is subject to the following terms and
conditions:
• Users of this section shall rely solely on their own
professional judgement and skill in determining the
appropriateness of using or referring to this section
and to satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the data
it contains.
• Users acknowledge that neither Construction
Information Limited nor the manufacturer of the
products and systems described in the text are in
any way liable in respect of any particular use or
application of the material provided.
For more information and specification assistance please
contact InsulPro on 0800 100 007.
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1. General
If you have pre-customised this work section using the “questions and answers” provided as part of the downloading
process, it may be necessary to amend some clauses to suit the final project-specific version.
The section must still be checked and customised to suit the project being specified, by removing any other irrelevant
details and adding project-specific details and selections.
ThissectionrelatestoInsulProNOVAtherm,NOVAfloorandNOVAhushinsulationinstalled,laid,hungorfittedas
thermaloracousticinsulation.
Modify or extend the above description to suit the project being specified.
NZS 4218 and NZS 4243.1 provide a schedule, a calculation and a modelling method for determining insulation to meet
NZBC H1. Ensure SELECTIONS reflect the project requirements.
1.1
RelatedWork
Referto4161UNDERLAYS,FOILANDDPCunderlays,foilsandDPC.
Include cross references to other sections where these contain related work.
Refer to roofing sections for roofing underlays.
Refer to 3120 CONCRETE for insulation under concrete slabs.
1.2
AbbreviationsandDefinitions
Refertothegeneralsection1232INTERPRETATION&DEFINITIONSforabbreviationsanddefinitionsusedthroughout
thespecification.
Thefollowingabbreviationsapplyspecificallytothissection:
BIB
buildinginsulationblanket
IIC
impactinsulationclass
NRC
noisereductioncoefficient
STC
soundtransmissionclassrating
Rw
WeightedSoundReductionIndexissometimesused,theRwnumberswillbeverysimilarto
theequivalentSTCnumbers.
NRC measures absorption of sound for a material or surface, range between 0 and 1.0, 1.0 being the theoretical most
absorbent, useful for reverberation control. STC is the amount of airborne sound transmission loss through a complete
construction like a wall or floor, measured in decibels (dB)
IIC is the amount of impact sound transmission loss through a complete construction like a floor, measured in decibels (dB)
Documents
1.3
Documents
Refertothegeneralsection1233REFERENCEDDOCUMENTS.
Thefollowingdocumentsarespecificallyreferredtointhissection:
NZBCG6/VM1
Airborneandimpactsound
NZBCH1/AS1
Energyefficiency
AS/NZS3000
Electricalinstallations
AS/NZS1530.3
Methodsforfiretestsonbuildingmaterials,componentsandstructures-Simultaneous
determinationofignitability,flamepropagation,heatreleaseandsmokerelease
NZS4218:2004
Energyefficiency-Smallbuildingenvelope
NZS4220
Codeofpracticeforenergyconservationinnon-residentialbuildings
NZS4243.1
Energyefficiency-Largebuildings-Buildingthermalenvelope
NZS4246
Energyefficiency-Installinginsulationinresidentialbuildings
AS/NZS4389
SafetyMesh
AS/NZS4534
Zincandzinc/aluminium-alloycoatingsonsteelwire
AS/NZS4859.1
Materialsforthethermalinsulationofbuildings-Generalcriteriaandtechnicalprovisions
AS/NZS60598.1
Luminaires-generalrequirementsandtests
AS/NZS60598.2.2 Luminaires-ParticularRequirements-Recessedluminaires
AS/NZS60695.11.5 Firehazardtesting-Testflames-Needle-flametestmethod-Apparatus,conformitytest
arrangementandguidance
ISO140
Acoustics-Measurementofsoundinsulationinbuildingsandofbuildingelements-Part4: Fieldmeasurementsofairbornesoundinsulationbetweenrooms
NZS 4218:2004 Energy Efficiency - Small Building Envelope, is recognised by NZBC, NZS 4218:2009 Thermal Insulation - Housing
and Small Buildings, has not at the time of writing been recognised by NZBC. Consult with the BCA as to their requirements.
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Delete from the DOCUMENTS clause any document not cited. List any additional cited documents.
The following are related documents and if referred to in the work section need to be added to the list of DOCUMENTS.
NZBC C/AS1-AS2
NZBC H1/VM1
NZS 4214
NZS 3602
NZS 3604
SNZ/PAS 4244
BRANZ BU 426
BRANZ BU 427
BRANZ BU 429
BRANZ BU 519
BRANZ BU 460
BRANZ BU 461
BRANZ publication
1.4
Protection from fire
Energy efficiency
Methods of determining the total thermal resistance of parts of buildings.
Timber and wood-based products for use in building
Timber-framed buildings
Insulation of lightweight-framed and solid-timber houses
Achieving acoustic separation
Improving thermal insulation
Calculating R-values for timber framed buildings
Fasteners selection
Internal moisture control
Practical sound control
House insulation guide
Manufacturer/SupplierDocuments
Manufacturer’sandsupplier’sdocumentsrelatingtothispartofthework:
InsulProBrochure:Thermalinsulationforexistinghomes
InsulProProductDataSheet:
NOVAthermCeilingBlanket
NOVAthermWallInsulation
NOVAfloorUnderfloorInsulation
NOVAthermMultiUnderfloorInsulation
NOVAhushAcousticInsulation
NOVAhushPanelAbsorber
BRANZAppraisal430-NOVAthermPolyesterThermalInsulation
BRANZAppraisal620-NOVAfloorPolyesterThermalInsulation
BRANZReportDC2021-WaterVapourSorptionofNovathermPolyesterInsulationtoASTMC1104
Manufacturer/SupplierContactDetails
Company:
InsulProManufacturingLimited
Web:
www.insulpro.co.nz
Email:
info@insulpro.co.nz
Telephone:
0800100007/092732308
Facsimile:
092732309
It is important to ensure that all personnel on site have access to accurate, up to date technical information on
the many products, materials and equipment used on a project. In most cases individual products are not used in
isolation, but form part of a building process. Also a particular manufacturer’s and/or supplier’s requirements for
handling, storage, preparation, installation, finishing and protection of their product can vary from what might be
considered the norm. Access to technical information can help overcome this potential problem.
Warranties
1.5
Warranty-Manufacturer/Supplier
Provideamaterialmanufacturer/supplierwarranty:
50years:Formaterials
-Providethiswarrantyonthemanufacturer/supplierstandardform.
-Commencethewarrantyfromthedateofpracticalcompletionofthecontractworks.
Refertothegeneralsection1237WARRANTIESforadditionalrequirements.
Modify or expand the clause to suit project or manufacturer/supplier requirements, options include:
- Change the standard form to be used (check with the manufacturer/supplier, use the general section 1237WA
WARRANTY AGREEMENT if required)
- Commence the warranty from the date of purchase (check with the manufacturer/supplier)
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1.6
Warranty-Installer/Applicator
Provideaninstaller/applicatorwarranty:
5years:Forexecution
-Providethiswarrantyontheinstaller/applicatorstandardform.
-Commencethewarrantyfromthedateofpracticalcompletionofthecontractworks.
Refertothegeneralsection1237WARRANTIESforadditionalrequirements.
Modify or expand the clause to suit project or installer/applicator requirements, options include:
- Change the standard form to be used (check with the installer/applicator, use the general section 1237WA
WARRANTY AGREEMENT if required)
- Commence the warranty from the date of installation (check with the installer/applicator)
Requirements
1.7
Qualifications
Worktobecarriedoutbytradesmenexperienced,competentandfamiliarwiththeInsulProinsulationmaterials
andtechniquesspecified.
1.8
NoSubstitutions
SubstitutionsarenotpermittedtoanyspecifiedInsulProinsulation,associatedproducts,componentsoraccessories.
Performance
Use site performance testing only where this is specifically required
1.9
SoundRatingRequirements
Providesoundratedwall,floorandceilingsystemsasdetailedinSELECTIONS.
1.10 FireResistance
NOVAthermandNOVAfloor,testedtoAS/NZS1530.3.RefertoInsulPro,DataSheetsforfireresistanceresults.
2. Products
2.1
Materials - thermal insulation
PolyesterThermalInsulationBlanket-Wall/Ceiling
NOVAthermblankettoAS/NZS4859.1,NZS4218,NZS4243.1,andNZS4220.100%whitenonwovenloftedpolyester
fibresthermallybondedtoproduceinsulationblankets,testedtoBRANZReportDC2021.
RefertoSELECTIONSforlocation,type,RValueandthickness.
Polyester fibre insulation supplied as a blanket with different R values. For walls and ceilings.
2.2
PolyesterThermalInsulationPads–SkillionRoof
NOVAthermskillionpadstoAS/NZS4859.1,NZS4218,NZS4243.1andNZS4220.100%whitenonwoven,lofted
polyesterfibresthermallybondedtoproduceinsulationPads.
RefertoSELECTIONSforlocation,type,R-Valueandthickness.
2.3
PolyesterThermalInsulationBlanket-Underfloor
NOVAfloorsemirigidpadtoAS/NZS4859.1,NZS4218,NZS4243.1,andNZS4220.100%whitenonwovenlofted
polyesterfibresthermallybondedtoproduceinsulationblankets,testedtoBRANZReportDC2021.
Machineslittotherequiredwidthandcuttolength.RefertoSELECTIONSforlocation,type,RValueandthickness.
Polyester fibre insulation supplied as a blanket with different R values. For under floors.
2.4 PolyesterThermalInsulationPad-Underfloor
NOVAthermMultipadtoAS/NZS4859.1,NZS4218,NZS4243.1,andNZS4220.100%nonwovenmediumdensity
polyesterfibresthermallybondedtoproduceinsulationpads.Machineslittostandardwidthsandcuttolength.
RefertoSELECTIONSforlocation,type,R-Valueandthickness.
Polyester fibre insulation supplied as a blanket with different R values. For under floors.
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Accessories - thermal insulation
2.5
SafetyMesh
300mmx150mmx2mmgauge,galvanizedcoatedsteelwiresafetymesh,1800mmwidthx50metreslength,to
AS/NZS4389.RefertoSELECTIONSfortype.
2.6 WireNetting
Galvanizedhexagonal75mm/50mmmeshfrom1mmdiametergalvanizedsteelwire,900mmor2metreswideto
AS/NZS4534.RefertoSELECTIONSfortype.
This product is not accepted as a safety mesh to AS/NZS 4389.
2.7
ReflectiveFoilVapourBarrier-FireRetardant
AluminiumfoilsheetfibrereinforcedlaminatedunderlaytoNZS4220.4andNZS4218,NZS4243.1,NZS4220.
RefertoSELECTIONSfortype.
2.8 White-FacedVapourBarrier-FireRetardant
WhitefacedreinforcedlaminatedunderlaytoNZS4220.4andNZS4218,NZS4243.1,NZS4220.
RefertoSELECTIONSfortype.
Components - thermal insulation
2.9 Fasteners
Insulationanchorscompletewithretainedwasher.
2.10 Tapes
Proprietaryplastictape,stapledacrossframingtoretaininsulationinunlinedwallandceilinglocations.
2.11 Adhesives
Solventbasedglue.
2.12 AdhesiveTape
Pressuresensitiveadhesivetape.
Note: Ensure concrete is dust free before applying tape.
Materials - acoustic insulation
2.13 PolyesterFibreAcousticBlanket
NOVAhushAcousticblanket,100%whiteloftedthermallybondedpolyesterfibrematerial.
Suppliedasaroll.RefertoSELECTIONSforSTCandRW.
Novahush Acoustic Blanket used in a wide range of acoustic applications in housing and commercial buildings.
Accessories - acoustic insulation
2.14 PolyesterFibreBaffleStack
NOVAhushBaffleStack,100%whiteloftedthermallybondedpolyesterfibrematerial,suppliedasaroll.
RefertoSELECTIONSfortypeandsystemsSTC.
NOVAhush Baffle Stack is normally used in ceiling cavities over partition walls to reduce noise transmission that can
travel over the wall via the ceiling cavity.
2.15 PolyesterFibrePanelAbsorber
NOVAhushPanelAbsorber,100%white/blackloftedthermallybondedpolyesterfibrematerial,suppliedasasheet.
RefertoSELECTIONSfortypeandNRC.
NOVAhush Panel Absorber is a semi rigid board in black or white polyester available as a plain product or faced with a
thermally bonded dense polyester black facing for the reduction of reverberated sound within structures.
Generally used as surface mounted treatment on walls and ceilings due to excellent absorption properties.
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3. Execution
Conditions
3.1
Delivery
KeepInsulProInsulationdryintransit.Takedeliveryofinsulationdryandundamagedandstoreinalocationthat
protectsthemfromtheweatheranddamage.Rejectalldamagedmaterials.
3.2
Storage
Ensurestorageareasareawayfromcurrentworkareas.Covertokeepdryuntilfixed.Insulationmustnotbecome
wet.Avoiddistortion,stretching,puncturinganddamagetoinsulationandpackaging.
3.3
Handling
Wearprotectiveclothingasnecessaryandwhenhandling,avoiddelaminationordistortionoftherectangularform.
Maintainfullthicknessunlesscompressionisaninstallationsystemrequirement.
3.4
Inspection
BeforestartinginstallationofInsulProInsulation,checkthatthelocationandframingarefreefrommoisture,thatthe
cavitiesarenotinterconnectedandthatmesh,wallandroofunderlaysandvapourbarriersareinplace.Installwhen
thebuildingisenclosedandwhentheconstructionmaterialshaveachievedthemaximummoisturecontentorless.
Application - general
AS/NZS 60695.2.2, NZ only - Amendment A, introduces new classification or recessed luminaires (downlights). The new
classification determines what types of recessed luminaries can be used in residential installtions and whether they
require a clearance to insulation. The luminaries must have their respective class permanently marked on the fitting.
NOVAtherm polyester insulation meets the performance standards for insulation, including the needle flame test AS/
NZS 60695.11.5.
3.5
InstallInsulation-General
Lay,install,fitandfixtoNZBCH1/AS1:Energyefficiency,2.0Buildingthermalenvelope,andtomanufacturer’s
requirements.InstallinhousingtoNZS4218andNZS4246.InstallinlargebuildingstoNZS4243.1andNZS4220.
Allowinsulationtore-loft/relaxpriortoinstallation.Donotcovervents.Allowacleargaparoundmetalfluesas
recommendedbythefireplacemanufacturer.Wherepossibleliftupelectricalwires,lightingtransformers/controllers
andlaytheinsulationunderneath.Refertomanufacturer’sinstallationinstructionsandNZS4246forfurtherdetails.
These standards give minimum building element thermal resistance (R-values). Achieving these will depend on the
quality of the insulation.
CAUTION: Electrical cables and equipment partially or completely surrounded with bulk thermal insulation may
overheat and fail. This applies to wiring installed prior to 1989.
3.6
RecessedLightFittings-Clearance
Non-residentialapplications;
Theclearancebetweeninsulationandrecesseddownlights
- 100mmgaptoAS/NZS3000,figure4.9.
- Providelargerclearanceswhererequiredbythelightmanufacturer.
Residentialapplications;
- EnsurenewrecesseddownlightsareoneofthenewclassesclassifiedinAS/NZS60598.2.2;CA80,CA135,ICandIC-F
- ClassificationtypeCA80,CA135,toAS/NZS60598.2.2;insulationcanabutthesides
- ClassificationtypeICandIC-F,toAS/NZS60598.2.2;insulationcanabutandcoveroverthetopofthedownlight
- ClassificationtypeNONICtoAS/NZS60598.2.2;insulationcannotabutorcoverthedownlight.Thisclassof downlightsisbannedfromresidentialapplications.
- Providelargerclearanceswhererequiredbythelightmanufacturer.
- Inaretrofitsituationwhererecesseddownlightsareunclassifiedorunknown,ensure100mmclearancebetween
insulationanddownlightstoAS/NZS3000,figure4.9.
Insulation abutting or covering recessed luminaires (downlights), must pass the needle flame test to AS/NZS 60695.11.5.
NZBC C/AS3 - C/AS7 dictates that non-residential installations must have 100mm clearance.
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Application - NOVAfloor - underfloor
3.7
FitPolyesterThermalInsulationPad
NOVAfloordoesnotrequiremechanicalfixings.FrictionfitNOVAfloorsemirigidpadbetweenfloorjoistsandfold
downonesideforafirmcompressionfit.Thefoldshouldnotprotrudebelowthebottomofthefloorjoist.Referto
manufacturer’sinstructionsforfurtherdetails.
Application - NOVAtherm Multi-underfloor
3.8
FitPolyesterThermalInsulationPad
FrictionfitNOVAthermMultimediumdensitypadbetweenfloorjoistsandbutttightlytoensuretherearenogaps.Itcan
besqueezedupto35mmtofillthecavityandprovideafirmfrictionfit.Useanappropriatesharpknife,withreplaceable
bladestocuttorequiredlength.Donottuckorcompresstheinsulation.Itdoesnotrequiremechanicalfixings.
Application - NOVAtherm - walls
3.9
FitPolyesterThermalInsulationBlanket:TimberFraming
FrictionfitNOVAthermbetweenframingmembersandlinings,orfitoverframingmembersandbutttightlyto
reduceconvectiveheatlossthroughgaps.Cut/riponsitetofillcavityandprovideacloseevenfit.Teartosmaller
piecesforsmallerspacesandaroundpenetrationstoachieveefficientthermalperformance.Donotfold,tuckor
compresstheinsulation.
3.10 FitPolyesterThermalInsulationBlanket:SteelFraming
FrictionfitNOVAtherminsidethesteelstudsandcutorriponsitetofitnogspacing.Fillcavityandprovidea
closeevenfit.Donotfold,tuckorcompresstheinsulation.Teartosmallerpiecesforsmallerspacesandaround
penetrationstoachieveefficientthermalperformance.
3.11 FitPolyesterThermalInsulationBlanket:StrappedMasonryWalls
FrictionfitNOVAthermblanketasacontinuousblanketinbetweenstrappingtoNZS4246,clause5.3.4,Blankets-
masonrywalls.Securetheblanketatthetopofthewallanddrapeddowntothebottomplate.Theblankettobethe
samethicknessasthestrapping.Donotfold,tuckorcompresstheinsulation.
3.12 FixWallUnderlays
Fixhorizontallytooutsidefaceofsubstrateintruealignment,withsucceedingsheetsoverlapping150mm.Fixtothe
wallunderlaymanufacturer’srequirements.Scribeneatlyaroundpenetrationsandopeningstoleavenogaps.Keep
clean,undamagedandwithoutvisibleweatherdeteriorationuntilclosedin.
Application - NOVAtherm - ceiling
3.13 LayPolyesterThermalInsulationBlanket
LooselayNOVAtherminsulationblanketoverceilingframingandbetweentrusschords
Fitsecurelyaroundallpenetrations.HandtearNOVAtherminsulationblanketasrequired.
Leave150mmgaparoundrecessedlightfittingsandmetalfluestotheelectricalsafetyrequirementsofNZECP54.
BIBapplication:
Layblanketinthesamedirectionandoverthemesh/vapourbarrierfirmlybuttingtheedges
together.Tearblanketatendforlength.
NonBIBapplication: Layblanketparalleltoceilingjoiststocoverbattensandtearendforlength.
Linedceiling:
Perimeterinsulationforflatceiling/pitchedroofsituationstoNZS4246.5.2,Ceilings-lined.
Application - NOVAtherm - roof
3.14 FitPolyesterThermalInsulationBlanket:RoofSpace
FrictionfitNOVAtherminsulationblanketbetweenframingmembers.Handtearacrosstheblankettofitnogsandsmall
spacesaroundpenetrations.Leavenogapsandmaintainfullthicknessofblanketoverthewholeoftheinstallation.
Leave150mmgaparoundrecessedlightfittingsandmetalfluestotheelectricalsafetyrequirementsofNZECP54.
BIBapplication:
Layblanketinthesamedirectionandoverthemesh/vapourbarrierfirmlybuttingtheedges
together.Tearblanketatendforlength.
NonBIBapplication: Layblanketparalleltoceilingjoiststocoverbattensandtearendforlength.
Some roofing may require ventilation clearance. Polyester products may ‘grow’ in thickness well beyond their outof-pack thickness when installed in situations of high heat build up such as skillion type roofs. This excessive growth
needs to be accommodated within the roof design to maintain the minimum 25mm clearance.
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3.15 FitPolyesterThermalInsulationPad:Membrane/SkillionRoofs
Frictionfit,NOVAthermpolyesterfibreinsulationpadbetweenceilingrafters.Useanappropriatesharpcraftknife
withreplaceablebladesorspecialisedinsulationsawtocuttosizeoraroundpenetrationsifrequired.Maintaina
minimumclearanceof25mmbetweentheinsulationandtheroofingmembrane(underlay)exceptwhereasolid
timber(orplywood)substrateisusedundertheroofcladding.
3.16 FixDrapedWireNettingorSafetyMesh
Drapemeshatrightanglesacrosspurlinswithenoughslacktoallowinsulationtoretainitsnominalthickness.
Fixnettingtoeverypurlintoensureevendraping.Tieedgesofnettingtogetherwithgalvanizedwireclips.
Use this clause when fitting insulation over purlins or joists, all to the insulation manufacturer’s requirements.
Where the insulation material is not laid directly on a ceiling lining or over ceiling battens, joists and the like, it
must be adequately supported by galvanized wire netting or some other suitable corrosion material to NOVAtherm
insulation requirements.
3.17 LayTaughtWireNettingorSafetyMesh
Stretchsafetymeshtaughtwhentimberpurlinpackersareusedabovethemeshintheinsulationzone.Laymeshat
rightanglesacrosstherafters/roofjoists.Drawsafetymeshtaughtacrossthewholeroofandtemporarilyfix.
Tieedgesofsafetymeshtogetherwithgalvanizedwireclipstopermanentlyfixunderthetimberpurlin-packers.
3.18 FitFoilRoofInsulation
Fitpre-cutfoilsheetstorequiredlengths,tocomplywithAS/NZS4859.1,NZS4218,NZS4243.1andmanufacturer’s
recommendations.Layaccordingtomanufacturer’sinstructionsensuringtruealignmentandlapping150mm.
Carefullyscribearoundandfitneatlytoallpenetrations.Fullysealalllapsandallpenetrationswithadhesivetape.
Keepdryandcleanuntilcovered.
3.19 FitFoilorWhite-FacedVapourBarrier
Fitpre-cutvapourbarriertorequiredlengths,tocomplywithAS/NZS4859.1,NZS4218,NZS4243.1.Layaccordingto
manufacturer’sinstructionsensuringtruealignmentandlapping150mm.Carefullyscribearoundandfitneatlyto
allpenetrations.Fullysealalllapsandallpenetrationswithadhesivetape.Keepdryandcleanuntilcovered.
Application - NOVAhush
3.20 FitPolyesterFibreAcousticBlanket
FrictionfittheNOVAhushAcousticBlanketinsulationinplacetocompletelyfillthewholeofthecavities,afterthe
wallliningisfixedtoonesideofthepartition.Slightlyoversizetoretainfrictionfit.Keepcleanandundamageduntil
closedin.Closeinassoonaspossibleafterfixing.
3.21 InstallPolyesterFibreBaffleStack
InstallNOVAhushBaffleStackwithrequiredcompression.RefertoSELECTIONSforSTCrating.
Adequateventilationisrequiredaroundelectricalfittingsduetoheatgivenoff.
3.22 FitPolyesterFibrePanelAbsorber
AttachNOVAhushPanelAbsorberpanelstosubstrateusingmechanicalfixingsoradhesives.
Buttedgesfirmlytotheadjoiningpanel.
Mechanical fixings include insulation anchors. Adhesives are available for some applications and are to be used in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Completion
3.23 CleanUp
Cleanupastheworkproceeds.Ensurenospareoffcutsoranyothermaterialsremainbehindcladdingsorlinings.
3.24 Leave
Leaveworktothestandardrequiredbyfollowingprocedures.
3.25 Remove
Removedebris,unusedmaterialsandelementsfromthesite.
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4.Selections
Forfurtherdetailsonselectionsgotowww.insulpro.co.nz.
Substitutionsarenotpermittedtothefollowing,unlessstatedotherwise.
If substitutions are permitted modify the statement above, ensure the NO SUBSTITUTIONS clause from GENERAL is
treated the same. Select the options to suit the project and delete options not specified.
Select the options to suit the project and delete options not specified.
Insulation thickness will vary with the R-Value, and stud sizing, so select accordingly to suit project and delete option
not selected. Refer to the NOVAtherm Data Sheets for specific information and product selection.
Floor insulation - NOVAfloor
4.1
PolyesterThermalInsulationPad-Underfloor
Location:
~
Brand:
NOVAfloor
RValue:
R1.4
Thickness:
55mm
Dimensions:
~
Available pre-cut to suit a wide range of floor joist spacing.
Dimension options:
Dimensions:
Pieces per pack:
Total Area:
1200 x 375mm
14
6.30
1200 x 435mm
14
7.31
1200 x 460mm
13
7.18
1200 x 485mm
13
7.57
1200 x 535mm
11
7.06
1200 x 580mm
10
6.96
Floor insulation - NOVAtherm Multi
4.2 PolyesterThermalInsulationPad-Underfloor
Location:
~
Brand:
NOVAthermMulti
RValue:
R1.8
Thickness:
90mm
Dimensions:
~
Dimensions:
Pieces per pack:
Total Area:
1200 x 425mm
8
4.08
1200 x 425mm
8
4.56
1200 x 525mm
7
4.41
1200 x 525mm
6
4.14
1200 x 600mm
5
3.60
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Wall insulation timber/steel - NOVAtherm
4.3
Polyester Thermal Insulation Blanket
Location:
~
Brand:
NOVAtherm
R Value:
R~
Thickness:
~ mm
Insulation blanket available for wall insulation with different R values, so specify accordingly.
R Value/thickness/stud size
R value
Thickness
R1.8
90mm nominal thickness
R2.0
90mm nominal thickness
R2.2
90mm nominal thickness
R2.4
145mm nominal thickness
R2.5
90mm nominal thickness
R2.6
150mm nominal thickness
Wall insulation masonry - NOVAtherm
4.4
Polyester Thermal Insulation Blanket
Location:
~
Brand:
NOVAtherm
R Value:
R~
Thickness:
~ mm
Insulation blanket available for wall insulation with different R values, so specify accordingly.
R Value/thickness/stud size
R value
Thickness
R1.0
45mm nominal thickness
R1.3
45mm nominal thickness
Ceiling insulation - NOVAtherm
4.5
Polyester Thermal Insulation Blanket
Location:
~
Brand:
NOVAtherm
R Value:
R~
Thickness:
~ mm
Insulation blanket available for ceiling insulation with different R values, so specify accordingly.
R Value/thickness
R value:
Thickness:
R1.8
115mm nominal thickness
R2.6
175mm nominal thickness
R2.8
175mm nominal thickness
R2.9
185mm nominal thickness
R3.2
200mm nominal thickness
R3.6
225mm nominal thickness
R4.0
240mm nominal thickness
Insulation blanket laid over ceiling battens and joists, or between trusses, is offered to achieve the maximum
construction R Value. Available 600mm or 900mm wide for framing at 600mm or 900mm centres or custom width,
loose-laid on ceiling battens and between truss chords.
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Skillion Roof insulation - NOVAtherm
4.6
Polyester Thermal Insulation Pad- Friction Fitted
Location:
~
Brand:
NOVAtherm
R Value:
R~
Thickness:
~ mm
Insulation blanket friction fitted in timber framed membrane roofs and skillion roofs:
Insulation thickness will vary with the R-value so select accordingly.
R Value/thickness:
R value:
Thickness:
R2.9
115mm nominal thickness
R3.2
165mm nominal thickness
Available 435mm and 870mm wide to fit between ceiling battens.
4.7
Polyester Thermal Insulation Blanket - Over Steel Purlins
Location:
~
Brand:
NOVAtherm
R Value:
R1.8
Thickness:
115mm nominal thickness
Insulation blanket is laid on foil or white faced vapour barrier on wire mesh or safety mesh over steel purlins, with the
roofing fixed through the insulation. Insulation thickness will vary with the R-value so select accordingly.
Available 1200mm wide, loose- laid on galvanised steel wire netting or Ausmesh 300 safety mesh, draped to allow for
lofting the insulation
Note: NZS 4243.1 requires R1.9 roof insulation for commercial buildings. This is provided by R1.8 NOVAtherm polyester
plus reflective foil.
4.8
Polyester Thermal Insulation Blanket - Loose Laid
Location:
~
Brand:
NOVAtherm
R Value:
R~
Thickness:
~ mm
Insulation blanket is offered for use, loose laid between timber thermal purlin-packers on foil or white faced vapour
barrier, on wire netting or safety mesh, stretched taut. Insulation thickness will vary with the R-value so select
accordingly. R Value/thickness:
R value:
Thickness:
R1.8
115mm nominal thickness
R2.6
175mm nominal thickness
R2.8
175mm nominal thickness
R2.9
185mm nominal thickness
R3.2
200mm nominal thickness
R3.6
225mm nominal thickness
R4.0
240mm nominal thickness
Available 1200mm wide for timber purlin packers at 1200mm centres, or custom width loose laid on white-faced
vapour barrier, or mesh between timber packers.
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4.9
Polyester Thermal Insulation Blanket - Suspended (Steel Purlins)
Location:
~
Brand:
NOVAtherm
R Value:
R~
Thickness:
~ mm
Insulation blanket is suspended below the roofing between steel purlins and supported on steel catenary wires or wire
netting fixed to the bottom of steel purlins. Insulation thickness will vary with the R-value so select accordingly.
R Value/thickness:
R value:
Thickness:
R1.8
115mm nominal thickness
R2.6
175mm nominal thickness
R2.8
175mm nominal thickness
R2.9
185mm nominal thickness
R3.2
200mm nominal thickness
R3.6
225mm nominal thickness
R4.0
240mm nominal thickness
Available 1200mm wide for purlins at 1200mm centres or custom width to NOVAtherm insulation requirements.
Accessories - NOVAtherm
Select from the following accessory products recommended by InsulPro for use with Novatherm polyester insulation
and to suit the project specified. Delete options not specified.
4.10 Safety Mesh
Location:
~
Brand:
Ausmesh 300
For use with roof insulation over purlins. Lay draped across purlins to allow for proper lofting of insulation or stretch
taut when timber thermal purlin packers are used over mesh.
4.11 Wire Netting
Location:
Brand:
Brand:
~
~
Hurricane (Hurricane Wire Products)
Bay-O Net (Paul Industries Ltd)
For use with roof insulation over purlins. Lay across purlins and drape allow for proper lofting of insulation.
Wire netting is not accepted as a safety mesh to AS/NZS 4389
4.12 Reflective Foil Vapour Barrier - Fire Retardant
Location:
~
Description:
Aluminium sheet, Kraft underlay fibre reinforced laminates
Brand:
~
Brand options:
barrier
barrier
For use with roof insulation over purlins. Aluminium sheet, Kraft underlay fibre, reinforced laminates to AS/NZS 4859.1.
4.13 White-Faced Vapour Barrier - Fire Retardant
Location:
~
Description:
White faced Kraft underlay reinforced laminates
Brand:
~
Brand options:
Tasman Sisalation Light Duty 420WI 220g/m2
Tasman Sisalation Medium Duty 430WF 320g/m2
barrier.
For use with roof insulation over purlins. White faced, Kraft underlay fibre, reinforced laminates to AS/NZS 4859.1
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4.14 PolyesterFibreAcousticBlanket
Location:
~
Brand:
NOVAhushAcousticBlanket
Product:
NOVAhush~
Thickness:
~mm
STC:
~
Select accordingly to suit performance requirement.
Typically used for steel framing/ ceiling overlay to reduce sound transference:
Product
Stud size
Linings both sides
STC (Rw)
NOVAhush 580
64mm
13mm plaster board
41 (Rw 41)
NOVAhush 750
64mm
13mm plaster board
43 (Rw 42)
NOVAhush 900
92mm
13mm Noise Liner plaster board
48 (Rw 47)
Typically used for 90mm timber stud and midfloor applications to reduce sound transference.
Refer to Insulpro for STC rating.
Product
Stud size
NOVAhush Sound blanket
90mm timber
Higher rates can be achieved with different choices of studs and linings refer to table below for options available.
Product
Stud
Lining
STC
NOVAhush 580
Gib-Rondo Quiet Stud 92mm
1 x 13mm Standard Gib
50
NOVAhush 580
Gib-Rondo Quiet Stud 92mm
1 x 13mm Noiseline Gib
52
NOVAhush 580
Gib-Rondo Quiet Stud 92mm
2 x 13mm Standard Gib
56
NOVAhush 580
Gib-Rondo Quiet Stud 92mm
1 x 10mm & 1 x 13mm Gib Noiseline 59
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Accessories - NOVAhush
4.15 PolyesterFibreBaffleStack
Location:
Ceiling
Brand:
NOVAhushBaffleStack
Product:
Novahush~
Thickness:
120mmperpanel
Compression:
30%
AcousticRating:
STC~
NOVAhush Baffle Stack: 600mm wide blankets, 11.1m long.
Standard compression rate 30%. Please contact Insulpro for STC ratings.
4.16 PolyesterFibrePanelAbsorber
Location:
~
Brand:
NOVAhushPanelAbsorber
Thickness:
~mm
NRCrating:
~
Location: wall, ceiling
NRC values for different panel thickness:
Panel Absorber
R value
NRC
35-25mm
0.70
0.70
35-50mm
1.40
0.90
35-75mm
1.97
0.95
48-75mm
2.20
1.00
20-100mm
2.27
0.95
40-100mm
2.77
1.05
NOVAhush Panel Absorber is a semi rigid board in black or white polyester available as a plain product or faced with a
thermally bonded dense polyester black facing for the reduction of reverberated sound within structures.
Generally used as surface mounted treatment on walls and ceilings due to excellent absorption properties.
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and AcousticDocument
Insulation
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Specifications
InsulPro
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Specifications
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1. General
ifyouhavepre-customisedthisworksectionusingthe“questionsandanswers”providedaspartofthedownloading
process,itmaybenecessarytoamendsomeclausestosuitthefinalprojectspecificversion.
Thesectionmuststillbecheckedandcustomisedtosuittheprojectbeingspecified,byremovinganyotherirrelevant
detailsandaddingproject-specificdetailsandselections.
ThissectionrelatestoInsulProNOVAthermandNOVAfloorinsulationinstalled,laid,hungorfittedasthermalinsulation.
Modifyorextendtheabovedescriptiontosuittheprojectbeingspecified.
NZS4218andNZS4243.1provideaschedule,acalculationandamodellingmethodfordetermininginsulationtomeet
NZBCH1.EnsureSELECTIONSreflecttheprojectrequirements.
1.1
RelatedWork
Referto4721NINSULPRONOVAHUSHACOUSTICINSULATIONforacousticinsulation.
Referto4161UNDERLAYS,FOILANDDPCforunderlays,foilsandDPC.
Includecrossreferencestoothersectionswherethesecontainrelatedwork.
Refertoroofingsectionsforroofingunderlays.
1.2
AbbreviationsAndDefinitions
Refertothegeneralsection1232INTERPRETATION&DEFINITIONSforabbreviationsanddefinitionsusedthroughout
thespecification.
Thefollowingabbreviationsapplyspecificallytothissection:
BIB
BuildingInsulationBlanket
Documents
1.3
Documents
Refertothegeneralsection1233REFERENCEDDOCUMENTS.Thefollowingdocumentsarespecificallyreferredtoin
thissection:
NZBCH1/AS1
Energyefficiency
AS/NZS3000
Electricalinstallations
NZS4218:2004
Energyefficiency-Smallbuildingenvelope
NZS4220
Codeofpracticeforenergyconservationinnon-residentialbuildings
NZS4243.1
Energyefficiency-Largebuildings-Buildingthermalenvelope
NZS4246
Energyefficiency-Installinginsulationinresidentialbuildings
AS/NZS4389
SafetyMesh
AS/NZS4534
Zincandzinc/aluminium-alloycoatingsonsteelwire
AS/NZS4859.1
Materialsforthethermalinsulationofbuildings-Generalcriteriaandtechnicalprovisions
AS/NZS60598.1
Luminaires-generalrequirementsandtests
AS/NZS60598.2.2 Luminaires-ParticularRequirements-Recessedluminaires
AS/NZS60695.11.5 Firehazardtesting-Testflames-Needle-flametestmethod-Apparatus,conformitytestar rangementandguidance
NZECP54isavailableonwww.energysafety.govt.nz.
Note,NZECP54iscitedinNZBCG9/VM1,ithasdifferentrequirementstothelatesteditionofAS/NZS3000
(amendmentA)whichwouldbeanalternativesolution.Lamptypesanddistancestoinsulationhavechanged(some
bigger,somesmaller),thismayormaynotsuityourproject.
NZS4218:2004EnergyEfficiency-SmallBuildingEnvelope,isrecognisedbyNZBC,NZS4218:2009ThermalInsulation-
HousingandSmallBuildings,hasnotatthetimeofwritingbeenrecognisedbyNZBC.ConsultwiththeBCAastotheir
requirements.
DeletefromtheDOCUMENTSclauseanydocumentnotcited.Listanyadditionalciteddocuments.
ThefollowingarerelateddocumentsandifreferredtointheworksectionneedtobeaddedtothelistofDOCUMENTS.
NZBCC/AS1-AS1-AS7 Protectionfromfire
NZBCH1/VM1
Energyefficiency
NZS4214
Methodsofdeterminingthetotalthermalresistanceofpartsofbuildings.
NZS3602
Timberandwood-basedproductsforuseinbuilding
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SNZ/PAS4244
BRANZBU427
BRANZBU429
BRANZBU519
BRANZBU460
BRANZBU461
BRANZpublication
1.4
Manufacturer/SupplierDocuments
Manufacturer’sandsupplier’sdocumentsrelatingtothispartofthework:
InsulProBrochure:Thermalinsulationforexistinghomes
InsulProProductDataSheet: NOVAthermCeilingInsulation
NOVAthermWallInsulation
NOVAfloorunderfloorInsulation
NOVAthermMultiunderfloorInsulation
BRANZAppraisal430-NOVAthermPolyesterThermalInsulation
BRANZAppraisal620-NOVAfloorPolyesterThermalInsulation
Manufacturer/suppliercontactdetails
Company:
InsulProLimited
Web:
www.insulpro.co.nz
Email:
info@insulpro.co.nz
Telephone:
0800100007/092732308
Facsimile:
092732309
Itisimportanttoensurethatallpersonnelonsitehaveaccesstoaccurate,uptodatetechnicalinformationon
themanyproducts,materialsandequipmentusedonaproject.Inmostcasesindividualproductsarenotusedin
isolation,butformpartofabuildingprocess.Alsoaparticularmanufacturer’sand/orsupplier’srequirementsfor
handling,storage,preparation,installation,finishingandprotectionoftheirproductcanvaryfromwhatmightbe
consideredthenorm.Accesstotechnicalinformationcanhelpovercomethispotentialproblem.
Warranties
1.5
Warranty-Manufacturer/Supplier
Provideamaterialmanufacturer/supplierwarranty:
50years:
Formaterials
-Providethiswarrantyonthemanufacturer/supplierstandardform.
-Commencethewarrantyfromthedateofpracticalcompletionofthecontractworks.
Refertothegeneralsection1237WARRANTIESforadditionalrequirements.
Modifyorexpandtheclausetosuitprojectormanufacturer/supplierrequirements,optionsinclude:
-Changethestandardformtobeused(checkwiththemanufacturer/supplier,usethegeneralsection1237WA
WARRANTYAGREEMENTifrequired)
-Commencethewarrantyfromthedateofpurchase(checkwiththemanufacturer/supplier)
1.6
Warranty-Installer/Applicator
Provideaninstaller/applicatorwarranty:
5years
Forexecution
-Providethiswarrantyontheinstaller/applicatorstandardform.
-Commencethewarrantyfromthedateofpracticalcompletionofthecontractworks.
Refertothegeneralsection1237WARRANTIESforadditionalrequirements.
Modifyorexpandtheclausetosuitprojectorinstaller/applicatorrequirements,optionsinclude:
-Changethestandardformtobeused(checkwiththeinstaller/applicator,usethegeneralsection1237WA
WARRANTYAGREEMENTifrequired)
-Commencethewarrantyfromthedateofinstallation(checkwiththeinstaller/applicator)
Insulationoflightweight-framedandsolid-timberhouses
Improvingthermalinsulation
CalculatingR-valuesfortimberframedbuildings
Fastenersselection
Internalmoisturecontrol
Practicalsoundcontrol
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Requirements
1.7
Qualifications
Worktobecarriedoutbytradesmenexperienced,competentandfamiliarwiththeInsulProinsulationmaterials
andtechniquesspecified.
1.8
NoSubstitutions
SubstitutionsarenotpermittedtoanyspecifiedInsulProinsulation,associatedproducts,componentsoraccessories.
1.9
ComplianceSchedules
Providedetailsofinspections,maintenanceandreportingproceduresrequiredtodemonstrateongoingcompliance
withtheNZBCtotheowneratpracticalcompletion.
Refertothegeneralsection1270CONSTRUCTIONformoredetail.
2. Products
Materials-NOVAtherm
2.1
PolyesterThermalInsulationBlanket-Wall/Ceiling
NOVAthermblankettoAS/NZS4859.1,NZS4218,NZS4243.1,andNZS4220.100%whitenonwovenloftedpolyester
fibresthermallybondedtoproduceinsulationblankets,testedtoBRANZReportDC2021.RefertoSELECTIONSfor
location,type,RValueandthickness.
PolyesterfibreinsulationsuppliedasablanketwithdifferentRvalues.Forwallsandceilings.
2.2
2.3
PolyesterThermalInsulationPads–SkillionRoof
NOVAthermSkillionpadstoAS/NZS4859.1,NZS4218,NZS4243.1andNZS4220.100%whitenonwoven,lofted
polyesterfibresthermallybondedtoproduceinsulationsections.
RefertoSELECTIONSforlocation,type,R-Valueandthickness.
PolyesterThermalInsulationPad-Underfloor
NOVAfloorsemirigidpadtoAS/NZS4859.1,NZS4218,NZS4243.1,andNZS4220.100%nonwovenpolyesterfibres
thermallybondedtoproduceinsulationpads.Machinecuttotherequiredwidthsandlengths.RefertoSELECTIONS
forlocation,type,R-Valueandthickness
Polyesterfibreinsulationsuppliedasapadwithdifferentwidths.Forunderfloors.
NOTE:WheninsulationabuttingorcoveringrecesseddownlightsisintendedtobeincontactwithIC,CA80,CA135
luminariestheinsulationmustwithstanda30sNeedleFlametesttoAS/NZS60695.11.5.InsulProinsulationmeetsthis
requirement.
2.4 PolyesterThermalInsulationPad-Underfloor
NOVAthermMultipadtoAS/NZS4859.1,NZS4218,NZS4243.1,andNZS4220.100%nonwovenmediumdensity
polyesterfibresthermallybondedtoproduceinsulationpads.Machineslittotherequiredwidthandcuttolength.
RefertoSELECTIONSforlocation,type,RValueandthickness.
Polyesterfibreinsulationsuppliedasapadwithdifferentwidths.Forunderfloors.
NOTE:WheninsulationabuttingorcoveringrecesseddownlightsisintendedtobeincontactwithIC,CA80,CA135
luminariestheinsulationmustwithstanda30sNeedleFlametesttoAS/NZS60695.11.5.InsulProinsulationmeetsthis
requirement.
Accessories
2.5
SafetyMesh
300mmx150mmx2mmgauge,galvanisedcoatedsteelwiresafetymesh,1800mmwidthx50metreslength,toAS/
NZS4389.RefertoSELECTIONSfortype.
2.6 WireNetting
Galvanisedhexagonal75mm/50mmmeshfrom1mmdiametergalvanisedsteelwire,900mmor2metreswideto
AS/NZS4534.RefertoSELECTIONSfortype.
ThisproductisnotacceptedasasafetymeshtoAS/NZS4389.
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ReflectiveFoilVapourBarrier-FireRetardant
AluminiumfoilsheetfibrereinforcedlaminatedunderlaytoNZS4220.4andNZS4218,NZS4243.1,NZS4220.Refer
toSELECTIONSfortype.
2.8 White-FacedVapourBarrier-FireRetardant
WhitefacedreinforcedlaminatedunderlaytoNZS4220.4andNZS4218,NZS4243.1,NZS4220.RefertoSELECTIONSfortype.
Components
2.9 Fasteners
Insulationanchorscompletewithretainedwasher.
2.10 Tapes
Proprietaryplastictape,stapledacrossframingtoretaininsulationinunlinedwallandceilinglocations.
2.11 Adhesives
Solventbasedglue.
2.12 AdhesiveTape
Pressuresensitiveadhesivetape.
3. Execution
Conditions
3.1
Delivery
KeepInsulProinsulationdryintransit.Takedeliveryofinsulationdryandundamagedandstoreinalocationthat
protectsthemfromtheweatheranddamage.Rejectalldamagedmaterials.
3.2
Storage
Ensurestorageareasareawayfromcurrentworkareas.Covertokeepdryuntilfixed.Insulationmustnotbecome
wet.Avoiddistortion,stretching,puncturinganddamagetoinsulationandpackaging.
3.3
Handling
Wearprotectiveclothingasnecessaryandwhenhandling,avoiddelaminationordistortionoftheproduct.
3.4 Inspection
Installwhenthebuildingisenclosedandwhentheconstructionmaterialshaveachievedthemaximumpermitted
moisturecontentorless.BeforestartinginstallationofInsulProInsulation,checkthecavitiesarenotinterconnectedand
thatmesh,wallandroofingunderlaysandvapourbarriersareinplace.
Application-general
3.5
InstallInsulation-General
Lay,install,fitandfixtoNZBCH1/AS1:Energyefficiency,2.0Buildingthermalenvelope,andtomanufacturer’s
requirements.InstallinhousingtoNZS4218andNZS4246.InstallinlargebuildingstoNZS4243.1andNZS4220.
Allowinsulationtore-loft/relaxpriortoinstallation.Donotcovervents.Allowaclearancearoundmetalfluesand
chimneystoNZS4246andasrecommendedbythefireplacemanufacturer.Wherepossibledonotcoverelectrical
wires.Donotcoverlightingtransformers/controllersandleaveappropriateclearance.Refertomanufacturer’s
installationinstructionsforfurtherdetails.
Thesestandardsgiveminimumbuildingelementthermalresistance(R-values).Achievingthesewilldependonthe
qualityoftheinstallationandotherfactors.
CAUTION:Electricalcablesandequipmentpartiallyorcompletelysurroundedwithbulkthermalinsulationmay
overheatandfail.Thisappliestowiringinstalledpriorto1989.
AS/NZS60695.2.2,NZ-onlyAmendmentA,introducesthenewclassficationsofrecessedluminaires(downlights).The
newclassificationdetermineswhattypesofrecessedluminariescanbeusedinresidentialinstallationsandwhether
theyrequireaclearancetoinsulation.Theluminariesmusthavetheirrespectiveclasspermanentlymarkedonthe
fitting.NOVAthermpolyesterinsulationmeetstheperformancestandardsforinsulation,includingtheNeedleFlame
testtoAS/NZS60695.11.5.
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3.6
RecessedLightFittings-Clearance
Non-residentialapplications;
Theclearancebetweeninsulationandrecesseddownlights
- 100mmgaptoAS/NZS3000,figure4.7.
- Providelargerclearancewhererequiredbythelightmanufacturer.
Residentialapplications;
- EnsurenewrecesseddownlightsareoneofthenewclassesclassifiedinAS/NZS60598.2.2;CA80,CA135,ICandIC-F
- ClassificationtypeCA80,CA135,toAS/NZS60598.2.2;insulationcanabutthesides
- ClassificationtypeICandIC-F,toAS/NZS60598.2.2;insulationcanabutandcoveroverthetopofthedownlight
- ClassificationtypeNONICtoAS/NZS60598.2.2;insulationcannotabutorcoverthedownlight.Thisclassof
downlightsisbannedfromresidentialapplications.
- Providelargerclearanceswhererequiredbythelightmanufacturer.
- Inaretrofitsituationwhererecesseddownlightsareunclassifiedorunknown,ensure100mmclearancefromthe
downlighttoinsulationtoAS/NZS3000,figure4.7.
Insulationabuttingorcoveringrecessedluminaires(downlights)mustpasstheneedleflametesttoAS/NZS60695.11.5.
NZBCC/AS3-C/AS7dictatethatnon-residentialinstallationsmusthave100mmclearance.
Application-NOVAfloor
3.7
FitPolyesterThermalInsulationPad
FrictionfitNOVAfloorsemirigidpadsbetweenfloorjoistswithafoldononeside.Cuttosizewithaquality
craftknifeandbuttjoinstogether.EnsureNOVAfloorisinfullcontactwiththefloortopreventairmovementin
between.NOVAfloordoesnotrequiremechanicalfixings.
Application-NOVAthermMulti
3.8
FitPolyesterThermalInsulationPad
FrictionfitNOVAthermMultimediumdensitypadbetweenfloorjoistsandbuttjoinstightlytoensurethereareno
gaps.Itcanbecompressedupto35mmtofillthecavityandprovideafirm,frictionfit.Useanappropriatesharp
craftknife,withreplaceablebladestocuttorequiredwidth.InmostcasesNOVAthermMultidoesnotrequire
mechanicalfixings.
Application-NOVAtherm-walls
3.9 FitPolyesterThermalInsulationBlanket:TimberFraming
FrictionfitNOVAthermbetweenframingmembersandlinings,orfitoverframingmembersandbutttightlyto
reduceconvectiveheatlossthroughgaps.Cut/riponsitetofillcavityandprovideacloseevenfit.Teartosmaller
piecesforsmallerspacesandaroundpenetrationstoachieveefficientthermalperformance.Donotfold,tuckor
compresstheinsulation.
3.10 FitPolyesterThermalInsulationBlanket:SteelFraming
FrictionfitNOVAtherminsidethesteelstudsandcutorriponsitetofitnogspacing.Fillcavityandprovidea
closeevenfit.Donotfold,tuckorcompresstheinsulation.Teartosmallerpiecesforsmallerspacesandaround
penetrationstoachieveefficientthermalperformance.
3.11 FitPolyesterThermalInsulationBlanket:StrappedMasonryWalls
FrictionfitNOVAthermblanketasacontinuousblanketinbetweenstrappingtoNZS4246,clause5.3.4,Blankets-
masonrywalls.Securetheblanketatthetopofthewallanddrapeddowntothebottomplate.Theblankettobe
thesamethicknessasthestrapping.Donotfold,tuckorcompresstheinsulation.
3.12 FixFoilWallUnderlay
Fixhorizontallytooutsidefaceofsubstrateintruealignment,withsucceedingsheetsoverlapping150mm.Fixto
thewallunderlaymanufacturer’srequirements.Scribeneatlyaroundpenetrationsandopeningstoleavenogaps.
Keepclean,undamagedandwithoutvisibleweatherdeteriorationuntilclosedin.
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Application-NOVAtherm-ceiling
3.13
LayPolyesterThermalInsulationRoll
LAYPOLYESTERTHERMALINSULATIONROLL
LooselayNOVAtherminsulationblanketoverceilingframingandbetweentrusschords
Fitsecurelyaroundallpenetrations,leaveclearanceswhererequired.HandtearNOVAtherminsulationblanketas
required.
BIBapplication:
Layblanketinthesamedirectionandoverthemesh/vapourbarrierfirmlybuttingtheedges
together.Tearblanketatendforlength.
NonBIBapplication: Layblanketparalleltoceilingjoiststocoverbattensandtearendforlength.
Linedceiling:
Perimeterinsulationforflatceiling/pitchedroofsituationstoNZS4246.5.2,Ceilings-lined.
Application-NOVAtherm-roof
3.14 FitPolyesterThermalInsulationBlanket:RoofSpace
FrictionfitNOVAtherminsulationblanketbetweenframingmembers.Handtearacrosstheblankettofitnogs
andsmallspacesaroundpenetrations.Leavenogapsandmaintainfullthicknessofblanketoverthewholeofthe
installation.Leavegaparoundmetalfluestothemanufacturesrequirements.
BIBapplication:
Layblanketinthesamedirectionandoverthemesh/vapourbarrierfirmlybuttingthe edgestogether.Tearblanketatendforlength.
NonBIBapplication: Layblanketparalleltoceilingjoiststocoverbattensandtearendforlength.
Someroofingmayrequireventilationclearance.Polyesterproductsmay‘grow’inthicknesswellbeyondtheiroutof-packthicknesswheninstalledinsituationsofhighheatbuildupsuchasskilliontyperoofs.Thisexcessivegrowth
needstobeaccommodatedwithintheroofdesigntomaintaintheminimum25mmgap.
3.15 FitPolyesterThermalInsulationPad:Membrane/SkillionRoofs
Frictionfit,NOVAthermpolyesterfibreinsulationpad,betweenceilingrafters.Useanappropriatesharpcraftknife
withreplaceablebladesorspecialisedinsulationsawtocuttosizeoraroundpenetrationsifrequired.Maintaina
minimumclearanceof25mmbetweentheinsulationandtheroofingmembrane(underlay)exceptwhereasolid
timber(orplywood)substrateisusedundertheroofcladding.
3.16 FixDrapedWireNettingorSafetyMesh
Drapemeshatrightanglesacrosspurlinswithenoughslacktoallowinsulationtoretainitsnominalthickness.Fix
nettingtoeverypurlintoensureevendraping.Tieedgesofnettingtogetherwithgalvanisedwireclips.
Usethisclausewhenfittinginsulationoverpurlinsorjoists,alltotheinsulationmanufacturer’srequirements.
Wheretheinsulationmaterialisnotlaiddirectlyonaceilingliningoroverceilingbattens,joistsandthelike,it
mustbeadequatelysupportedbygalvanisedwirenettingorsomeothersuitablecorrosionmaterialtoNovatherm
insulationrequirements.
3.17 LayTaughtWireNettingorSafetyMesh
Stretchsafetymeshtaughtwhentimberpurlinpackersareusedabovethemeshintheinsulationzone.Laymesh
atrightanglesacrosstherafters/roofjoists.Drawsafetymeshtaughtacrossthewholeroofandtemporarilyfix.Tie
edgesofsafetymeshtogetherwithgalvanisedwireclipstopermanentlyfixunderthetimberpurlin-packers.
3.18 FitFoilOrWhite-FacedVapourBarrier
Fitpre-cutvapourbarriertorequiredlengths,tocomplywithAS/NZS4859.1,NZS4218,NZS4243.1.Layaccordingto
manufacturer’sinstructionsensuringtruealignmentandlapping150mm.Carefullyscribearoundandfitneatlyto
allpenetrations.Fullysealalllapsandallpenetrationswithadhesivetape.Keepdryandcleanuntilcovered.
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3.19 CleanUp
Cleanupastheworkproceeds.Ensurenospareoffcutsoranyothermaterialsremainbehindcladdingsorlinings.
3.20 CheckWallAndRoofUnderlays
Ensurethesearedry,clean,undamagedandfreeofdebrisbeforebeingcovered.
3.21 CheckVapourBarriers
Ensuretheseformonehomogeneoussheetvapourbarrierandremainassuchthroughouttheensuing
constructionprocess.
3.22 Leave
Leaveworktothestandardrequiredbyfollowingprocedures.
3.23 Remove
Removedebris,unusedmaterialsandelementsfromthesite.
4. Selections
Forfurtherdetailsonselectionsgotowww.insulpro.co.nz.
Substitutionsarenotpermittedtothefollowing,unlessstatedotherwise.
Ifsubstitutionsarepermittedmodifythestatementabove,ensuretheNOSUBSTITUTIONSclausefromGENERALis
treatedthesame.
Selecttheoptionstosuittheprojectanddeleteoptionsnotspecified.
InsulationthicknesswillvarywiththeR-Value,andstudsizing,soselectaccordinglytosuitprojectanddeleteoption
notselected.RefertotheNOVAthermDataSheetsforspecificinformationandproductselection.
Floorinsulation-NOVAfloor
4.1
PolyesterThermalInsulationPad-Underfloor
Location:
~
Brand:
NOVAfloor
RValue:
R1.4
Thickness:
55mm
Dimensions:
~
Availablepre-cuttosuitawiderangeoffloorjoistspacing.
Dimensionoptions:
Dimensions:
Piecesperpack:
TotalArea:
1200x375mm
14
6.30
1200x435mm
14
7.31
1200x460mm
13
7.18
1200x485mm
13
7.57
1200x535mm
11
7.06
1200x580mm
10
6.96
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4.2
PolyesterThermalInsulationPad-Underfloor
Location:
~
Brand:
NOVAthermMulti
RValue:
R1.8
Thickness:
90mm
Dimensions:
~
Availablepre-cuttosuitawiderangeoffloorjoistspacing.
Dimensionoptions:
Dimensions:
Piecesperpack:
TotalArea:
1200x425mm
8
4.08
1200x475mm
8
456
1200x525mm
7
4.41
1200x475mm
6
4.14
1200x600mm
5
3.60
Wallinsulationtimber/steel-NOVAtherm
4.3
PolyesterThermalInsulationBlanket
Location:
~
Brand:
NOVAtherm
RValue:
R~
Thickness:
~mm
InsulationblanketavailableforwallinsulationwithdifferentRvalues,sospecifyaccordingly.
RValue/thickness/studsize
Rvalue
Thickness
R1.8
90mmnominalthickness
R2.0
90mmnominalthickness
R2.2
90mmnominalthickness
R2.4
145mmnominalthickness
R2.5
90mmnominalthickness
R2.6
140mmnominalthickness
R2.8
140mmnominalthickness
Wallinsulationmasonry-NOVAtherm
4.4
PolyesterThermalInsulationBlanket
Location:
~
Brand:
NOVAtherm
RValue:
R~
Thickness:
~mm
InsulationblanketavailableforwallinsulationwithdifferentRvalues,sospecifyaccordingly.
RValue/thickness/studsize
Rvalue
Thickness
R1.0
45mmnominalthickness
R1.3
45mmnominalthickness
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Ceiling insulation - NOVAtherm
4.5
Polyester Thermal Insulation Blanket
Location:
~
Brand:
NOVAtherm
R Value:
R~
Thickness:
~mm
Insulation blanket available for ceiling insulation with different R values, so specify accordingly.
R Value/thickness
R value:
Thickness:
R1.8
115mm nominal thickness
R2.6
175mm nominal thickness
R2.8
175mm nominal thickness
R2.9
185mm nominal thickness
R3.2
200mm nominal thickness
R3.6
225mm nominal thickness
R4.0
240mm nominal thickness
Insulation blanket laid over ceiling battens and joists, or between trusses, is offered to achieve the maximum
construction R Value. Available 600mm or 900mm wide for framing at 600mm or 900mm centres or custom width,
loose-laid on ceiling battens and between truss chords.
Skillion Roof insulation - NOVAtherm
4.6
Polyester Thermal Insulation Pad - Friction Fitted
Location:
~
Brand:
NOVAtherm
R Value:
R~
Thickness:
~mm
Insulation pad friction fitted in timber framed membrane roofs and skillion roofs:
Insulation tickness will vary with R-value so select accordingly.
R Value/thickness
R value:
Thickness:
R2.9
115mm nominal thickness
R3.2
165mm nominal thickness
Available 435mm or 870mm wide to fit between ceiling battens.
Roof insulation - NOVAtherm
4.7
Polyester Thermal Insulation Blanket- Over Steel Purlins
Location:
~
Brand:
NOVAtherm
R Value:
R1.8
Thickness:
115mm nominal thickness
Insulation blanket is laid on foil or white faced vapour barrier on wire mesh or safety mesh over steel purlins, with the
roofing fixed through the insulation. Insulation thickness will vary with the R-value so select accordingly.
Available 1200mm wide, loose- laid on galvanized steel wire netting or Ausmesh 300 safety mesh, draped to allow for
lofting the insulation
Note: NZS 4243.1 requires R1.9 roof insulation for commercial buildings. This is provided by R1.8 NOVAtherm polyester
plus reflective foil.
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Polyester Thermal Insulation Blanket- Loose Laid
Location:
~
Brand:
NOVAtherm
R Value:
R~
Thickness:
~mm
Insulation blanket is offered for use, loose laid between timber thermal purlin-packers on foil or white faced vapour
barrier, on wire netting or safety mesh, stretched taut. Insulation thickness will vary with the R-value so select
accordingly.
R Value/thickness:
R value:
Thickness:
R1.8
115mm nominal thickness
R2.6
175mm nominal thickness
R2.8
175mm nominal thickness
R2.9
185mm nominal thickness
R3.2
200mm nominal thickness
R3.6
225mm nominal thickness
R4.0
240mm nominal thickness
Available 1200mm wide for timber purlin packers at 1200mm centres, or custom width loose laid on white-faced
vapour barrier, or mesh between timber packers.
4.9
Polyester Thermal Insulation Blanket - Suspended (Steel Purlins)
Location:
~
Brand:
NOVAtherm
R Value:
R~
Thickness:
~mm
Insulation blanket is suspended below the roofing between steel purlins and supported on steel catenary wires or wire
netting fixed to the bottom of steel purlins. Insulation thickness will vary with the R-value so select accordingly.
R Value/thickness:
R value:
Thickness:
R1.8
115mm nominal thickness
R2.6
175mm nominal thickness
R2.8
175mm nominal thickness
R2.9
185mm nominal thickness
R3.2
200mm nominal thickness
R3.6
225mm nominal thickness
R4.0
240mm nominal thickness
Available 1200mm wide for purlins at 1200mm centres or custom width to Novatherm insulation requirements
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Accessories-NOVAtherm
SelectfromthefollowingaccessoryproductsrecommendedbyInsulProforusewithNovathermpolyesterinsulation
andtosuittheprojectspecified.Deleteoptionsnotspecified.
4.10
SafetyMesh
Location:
~
Brand:
Ausmesh300
Forusewithroofinsulationoverpurlins.Laydrapedacrosspurlinstoallowforproperloftingofinsulationorstretch
tautwhentimberthermalpurlinpackersareusedovermesh.
4.11
WireNetting
Location:
~
Brand:
~
Brand:
Hurricane(HurricaneWireProducts)
Bay-ONet(PaulIndustriesLtd)
Forusewithroofinsulationoverpurlins.Layacrosspurlinsanddrapeallowforproperloftingofinsulation.Wire
nettingisnotacceptedasasafetymeshtoAS/NZS4389
4.12
ReflectiveFoilVapourBarrier-FireRetardant
Location:
~
Description:
Aluminiumsheet,Kraftunderlayfibrereinforcedlaminates
Brand:
~
Brandoptions:
TasmanSisalationMediumDuty430320g/m2fire-retardant3-wayreinforcedfoilvapourbarrier
orTasmanSisalationLightDuty420220g/m2fire-retardant3-wayreinforcedfoilvapourbarrier
Forusewithroofinsulationoverpurlins.Aluminiumsheet,Kraftunderlayfibre,reinforcedlaminatestoAS/NZS4859.1.
4.13
White-FacedVapourBarrier-FireRetardant
Location:
~
Description:
WhitefacedKraftunderlayreinforcedlaminates
Brand:
~
Brandoptions:
TasmanSisalationLightDuty420WI220g/m2fire-retardant3-wayreinforcedfoilvapourbarrier.
TasmanSisalationMediumDuty430WF320g/m2fire-retardant3-wayreinforcedfoilvapour barrier.
Forusewithroofinsulationoverpurlins.Whitefaced,Kraftunderlayfibre,reinforcedlaminatestoAS/NZS4859.1
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Specifications Document
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1. General
Masterspecsectionsmustbecustomisedtosuittheprojectbeingspecified,byremovingirrelevantinformationand
addingproject-specificinformationandselections.
ThissectionrelatestoInsulProNOVAhushacousticinsulationmaterialsinstalled,laid,hungorfittedasacoustic
insulation.
Modifyorextendtheabovedescriptiontosuittheprojectbeingspecified.
1.1
RelatedWork
Referto4710NINSULPROTHERMALANDACOUSTICINSULATIONforthermalinsulation.
Includecrossreferencestoothersectionswherethesecontainrelatedwork.
Referto4161UNDERLAYS,FOILANDDPCforwallunderlay,roofingunderlays,foilsandfilms.
Refertoroofingsectionsforroofingunderlays.
Includerelatedsoundreductionsystemsthatinsulationformspartof.
1.2
AbbreviationsAndDefinitions
Refertothegeneralsection1232INTERPRETATION&DEFINITIONSforabbreviationsanddefinitionsusedthroughout
thespecification.
Thefollowingabbreviationsapplyspecificallytothissection:
NRC
noisereductioncoefficient
STC
soundtransmissionclassrating
IIC
impactinsulationclass
Rw
WeightedSoundReductionIndexissometimesused,theRwnumberswillbevery similartotheequivalentSTCnumbers.
NRCmeasuresabsorptionofsoundforamaterialorsurface,rangebetween0and1.0,1.0beingthetheoreticalmost
absorbent,usefulforreverberationcontrol.
STCistheamountofairbornesoundtransmissionlossthroughacompleteconstructionlikeawallorfloor,measured
indecibels(dB)
IICistheamountofimpactsoundtransmissionlossthroughacompleteconstructionlikeafloor,measuredindecibels
(dB)
1.3
Documents
Documents
Refertothegeneralsection1233REFERENCEDDOCUMENTS.Thefollowingdocumentsarespecificallyreferredtoin
thissection:
NZBCG6/VM1
Airborneandimpactsound
ISO140
Acoustics-Measurementofsoundinsulationinbuildingsandofbuildingelements-
Part4:Field
measurementsofairbornesoundinsulationbetweenrooms
NZECP54
NewZealandElectricalCodeofPracticefortheInstallationofRecessedLuminairesand
AuxiliaryEquipment
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NZECP54isavailableonwww.energysafety.govt.nz.
Note,NZECP54iscitedinNZBCG9/VM1,ithasdifferentrequirementstothelatesteditionof
AS/NZS3000(amendmentA)whichwouldbeanalternativesolution.Lamptypesanddistances
toinsulationhavechanged(somebigger,somesmaller),thismayormaynotsuityourproject.
DeletefromtheDOCUMENTSclauseanydocumentnotcited.Listanyadditionalciteddocuments.
ThefollowingarerelateddocumentsandifreferredtointheworksectionneedtobeaddedtothelistofDOCUMENTS.
NZBCH1/AS1
Energyefficiency
AS/NZS1530.3
Methodsforfiretestsonbuildingmaterials,componentsand structures-Simultaneous
determinationofignitability,flamepropagation,heatreleaseandsmokerelease
NZS3604
Timber-framedbuildings
NZS4246
Energyefficiency-Installinginsulationinresidentialbuildings
AS/NZS4534
Zincandzinc/aluminium-alloycoatingsonsteelwire
BRANZBU426
Achievingacousticseparation
BRANZBU519
Fastenersselection
BRANZBU461
Practicalsoundcontrol
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1.4
Manufacturer/SupplierDocuments
Manufacturer’sandsupplier’sdocumentsrelatingtothispartofthework:
InsulProBrochure:Thermalinsulationforexistinghomes
InsulProProductDataSheet:
NOVAhushAcousticInsulation
NOVAhushPanelAbsorber
BRANZAppraisal430-NOVAthermPolyesterThermalInsulation
BRANZAppraisal620-NOVAfloorPolyesterThermalInsulation
Manufacturer/suppliercontactdetails
Company:
InsulProLimited
Web:
www.insulpro.co.nz
Email:
info@insulpro.co.nz
Telephone:
0800100007/092732308
Facsimile:
092732309
Itisimportanttoensurethatallpersonnelonsitehaveaccesstoaccurate,uptodatetechnicalinformationonthemany
products,materialsandequipmentusedonaproject.Inmostcasesindividualproductsarenotusedinisolation,but
formpartofabuildingprocess.Alsoaparticularmanufacturer’sand/orsupplier’srequirementsforhandling,storage,
preparation,installation,finishingandprotectionoftheirproductcanvaryfromwhatmightbeconsideredthenorm.
Accesstotechnicalinformationcanhelpovercomethispotentialproblem.
Warranties
1.5
Warranty-Manufacturer/Supplier
Provideamaterialmanufacturer/supplierwarranty:
50years:
Formaterials
-Providethiswarrantyonthemanufacturer/supplierstandardform.
-Commencethewarrantyfromthedateofpracticalcompletionofthecontractworks.
Refertothegeneralsection1237WARRANTIESforadditionalrequirements.
Modifyorexpandtheclausetosuitprojectormanufacturer/supplierrequirements,optionsinclude:
-Changethestandardformtobeused(checkwiththemanufacturer/supplier,usethegeneralsection1237WA
WARRANTYAGREEMENTifrequired)
-Commencethewarrantyfromthedateofpurchase(checkwiththemanufacturer/supplier)
1.6
Warranty-Installer/Applicator
Provideaninstaller/applicatorwarranty:
5years
Forexecution
-Providethiswarrantyontheinstaller/applicatorstandardform.
-Commencethewarrantyfromthedateofpracticalcompletionofthecontractworks.
Refertothegeneralsection1237WARRANTIESforadditionalrequirements.
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Modifyorexpandtheclausetosuitprojectorinstaller/applicatorrequirements,optionsinclude:
-Changethestandardformtobeused(checkwiththeinstaller/applicator,usethegeneralsection1237WAWARRANTY
AGREEMENTifrequired)
-Commencethewarrantyfromthedateofinstallation(checkwiththeinstaller/applicator)
Requirements
1.7
Qualifications
Worktobecarriedoutbytradesmenexperienced,competentandfamiliarwiththespecifiedNOVAhushmaterials
andtechniquesspecified.
1.8
NoSubstitutions
SubstitutionsarenotpermittedtoanyspecifiedInsulProinsulation,associatedproducts,componentsoraccessories.
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Performance
Usesiteperformancetestingonlywherethisisspecificallyrequired
1.9
SoundRatingRequirements
Providesoundratedwall,floorandceilingsystemsasdetailedinSELECTIONS.
1.10 SoundControlSiteTest
SitetesteachsoundratedelementinaccordancewithNZBCG6/VM1toensurethatthespecifiedsoundtransmission
losshasbeenachieved;usinganominatedacousticconsultant.CarryoutsoundtestswallbywalltoISO140,part4
tocertifycompliance.RectifyanyelementthatdoesnotmeetthespecifiedSTC/IICfigure.
Usethisclausewhereasbuiltcertificationisrequiredforasystemthathasnotbeentestedelsewhere.
1.11 FireResistance
NOVAhushhasbeentestedtoAS/NZS1530Methodsforfiretestsonbuildingmaterials,componentsandstructures.
Refer InsulPro DataSheetsforfireresistanceresults.
2. Products
Materials
2.1
PolyesterFibreAcousticBlanket
NOVAhushAcousticblanket,100%whiteloftedthermallybondedpolyesterfibrematerial.Suppliedasaroll.Refer
toSELECTIONSforSTCandRW.
NOVAhushAcousticBlanketusedinawiderangeofacousticapplicationsinhousingandcommercialbuildings.
Accessories
2.2
PolyesterFibreBaffleStack
NOVAhushBaffleStack,100%whiteloftedthermallybondedpolyesterfibrematerial,suppliedasaroll.Referto
SELECTIONSfortypeandsystemsSTC.
NOVAhushBaffleStackisnormallyusedinceilingcavitiesoverpartitionwallstoreducenoisetransmissionthatcan
traveloverthewallviatheceilingcavity.
2.3
PolyesterFibrePanelAbsorber
NOVAhushPanelAbsorber,100%white/blackloftedthermallybondedpolyesterfibrematerial,suppliedasasheet.
RefertoSELECTIONSfortypeandNRC.
NOVAhushPanelAbsorberisasemirigidboardinblackorwhitepolyesteravailableasaplainproductorfacedwitha
thermallybondeddensepolyesterblackfacingforthereductionofreverberatedsoundwithinstructures.Generallyused
assurfacemountedtreatmentonwallsandceilingsduetoexcellentabsorptionproperties.
3. Execution
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Conditions
3.1
Delivery
KeepNOVAhushinsulationdryintransit.Takedeliveryofinsulationdryandundamagedandstoreinalocation
thatprotectsthemfromtheweatheranddamage.Rejectalldamagedmaterials.
3.2
Storage
Ensurestorageareasareawayfromcurrentworkareas.Covertokeepdryuntilfixed.Insulationmustnotbecome
wet.Avoiddistortion,stretching,puncturinganddamagetoinsulationandpackaging.
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3.3
Handling
Wearprotectiveclothingasnecessaryandwhenhandling,avoiddelaminationordistortionoftherectangular
form.Maintainfullthicknessunlesscompressionisaninstallationsystemrequirement.
3.4 Inspection
Beforestartinginstallationofblanketsandpanels,checkthatthelocationandframingarefreefrommoisture,
thatthecavitiesarenotinterconnectedandthatanyrequiredmesh,filmsorpapersareinplace.Installwhenthe
buildingisenclosedandwhentheconstructionmaterialshaveachievedthemaximummoisturecontentorless.
Application
Concernhasbeenexpressedregardingthepotentialfirehazardcreatedbyinstallinginsulationproductstoocloseto unprotectedrecessedlightfittingsinenclosedceilingspaces.Protectivecoversandthermallyprotectedlightfittingsare
availableforusewheregapsleftbetweeninsulationandsuchfixtureswouldreducerequiredthermalratingsforthe
ceiling/roofelement.RefertoNZS4246,table1forclearancesfromthermalinsulation.Forfirerated/acousticrated recessedluminariesrefertothemanufacturer’sinstallationinstructions.
3.5
InstallationGeneral
Lay,install,fitandfixtomanufacturer’srequirements.Donotcoverventsandcutaroundmetalfluesto
manufacturersrequirements.CutaroundallrecessedlightfittingstothesafetyrequirementsofNZECP54.Allow
50mmclearancefromincandescentrecessedlightsand200mmfromhalogenrecessedlights.Liftupelectrical
wires,lightingtransformers/controllersandlaytheinsulationunderneath.
Flueclearancestomanufacturersrequirements,stateifknown.
RefertoNZECP54forclearancesofrecessedlightsfromthermalinsulation.Note,coollightssuchasLEDsmaynotneed
clearances,checkwithmanufacturer.
Adheretotheclearancesbelowforrecessedlightfittings,clearancesarerequiredforsomefittingstopreventlightfittings
fromoverheatingandfailing;
RecessedLightFittingType:
UnknownLight
UnclassifiedIncandescent
UnclassifiedHalogen
Fireoracousticrated
CAUTION:Electricalcablesandequipmentpartiallyorcompletelysurroundedwithbulkinsulationmayoverheatand
fail.Thisappliestowiringinstalledpriorto1989.
Clearance:
Asspecifiedbymanufacturer
50mm
200mm
Asspecifiedbymanufacturer
3.6 FitPolyesterFibreAcousticBlanket
FrictionfittheNOVAhushAcousticBlanketinsulationinplacetocompletelyfillthewholeofthecavities,afterthe
wallliningisfixedtoonesideofthepartition.Slightlyoversizetoretainfrictionfit.Keepcleanandundamaged
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untilclosedin.Closeinassoonaspossibleafterfixing.
Concernhasbeenexpressedregardingthepotentialfirehazardcreatedbyinstallinginsulationproductstoocloseto
unprotectedrecessedlightfittingsinenclosedceilingspaces.Protectivecoversandthermallyprotectedlightfittings
areavailableforusewheregapsleftbetweeninsulationandsuchfixtureswouldreducerequiredratingsforthe ceiling/roofelement.
3.7
InstallPolyesterFibreBaffleStack
InstallNOVAhushBaffleStackwithrequiredcompression.RefertoSELECTIONSforSTCrating.Adequateventilation
isrequiredaroundelectricalfittingsduetoheatgivenoff.
3.8
FitPolyesterFibrePanelAbsorber
AttachNOVAhushPanelAbsorberpanelstosubstrateusingmechanicalfixingsoradhesives.Buttedgesfirmlyto
theadjoiningpanel.
Mechanicalfixingsincludeinsulationanchors.Adhesivesareavailableforsomeapplicationsandaretobeusedin
accordancewiththemanufacturer’sinstructions.
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3.9 CleanUp
Cleanupastheworkproceeds.Ensurenospareoffcutsoranyothermaterialsremainbehindcladdingsorlinings.
3.10 Leave
Leaveworktothestandardrequiredbyfollowingprocedures.
3.11 Remove
Removedebris,unusedmaterialsandelementsfromthesite.
4. Selections
Forfurtherdetailsonselectionsgotowww.insulpro.co.nz.
Substitutionsarenotpermittedtothefollowing,unlessstatedotherwise.
Ifsubstitutionsarepermittedmodifythestatementabove,ensuretheNOSUBSTITUTIONSclausefromGENERALis treatedthesame.
Selecttheoptionstosuittheprojectanddeleteoptionsnotspecified.
Materials
4.1
PolyesterFibreAcousticBlanket
Location:
~
Brand:
NOVAhushAcousticBlanket
Product:
NOVAhush~
Thickness:
~mm
STC:
~
Selectaccordinglytosuitperformancerequirement.
Typicallyusedforsteelframing/ceilingoverlaytoreducesoundtransference:
Product
Studsize
Liningsbothsides
STC(Rw)
NOVAhush580
64mmsteel
13mmplasterboard
41(Rw41)
NOVAhush750
64mmsteel
13mmplasterboard
43(Rw42)
NOVAhush900
92mmsteel
13mmNoiseLiner
plasterboard
48(Rw47)
Typicallyusedfor90mmtimberstudandmidfloorapplicationstoreducesoundtransference.RefertoInsulprofor
STCrating.
Product
Studsize
NOVAhushSoundblanket
90mmtimber
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Higherratescanbeachievedwithdifferentchoicesofstudsandliningsrefertotablebelowforoptionsavailable.
Product
Stud
Lining
STC
NOVAhush580
Gib-RondoQuietStud92mm
1x13mmStandardGib
50
NOVAhush580
Gib-RondoQuietStud92mm
1x13mmNoiselineGib
52
NOVAhush580
Gib-RondoQuietStud92mm
2x13mmStandardGib
56
NOVAhush580
Gib-RondoQuietStud92mm
1x10mm&
1x13mmGibNoiseline
59
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Accessories
4.2
Polyester Fibre Baffle Stack
Location:
Ceiling
Brand:
NOVAhush Baffle Stack
Product:
NOVAhush ~
Thickness:
120mm per panel
Compression:
30%
Acoustic Rating:
STC~
NOVAhush Baffle Stack: 600mm wide blankets, 11.1m long.
Standard compression rate 30%. Please contact Insulpro for STC ratings.
Refer to www.insulpro.co.nz for NOVAhush Bafflestack interactive calculator and table.
4.3
Polyester Fibre Panel Absorber
Location:
~
Brand:
NOVAhush Panel Absorber
Thickness:
~mm
NRC rating:
~
Location:
wall, ceiling
NRC values for different panel thickness:
Panel Absorber
R value
NRC
35-25mm
0.70
0.70
35-50mm
1.40
0.90
35-75mm
1.97
0.95
48-75mm
2.20
1.00
20-100mm
2.27
0.95
40-100mm
2.77
1.05
NOVAhush Panel Absorber is a semi rigid board in black or white polyester available as a plain product or faced with
a thermally bonded dense polyester black facing for the reduction of reverberated sound within structures.
Generally used as surface mounted treatment on walls and ceilings due to excellent absorption properties.
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Data Sheets
creating better environments
Ceiling Blanket Insulation Product Data Sheet
Application
NOVAtherm thermal insulation is made in New Zealand from 100% lofted thermally bonded
polyester fibres. The polyester conjugate fibre used is crimped giving NOVAtherm excellent durability.
NOVAtherm is designed for use in ceilings to provide thermal insulation. The air under the blanket, the
air trapped in the fabric and the air inside the hollow fibres all contribute to the blanket insulation.
Product features and benefits
• All NOVAtherm products contain recycled polyester fibre made from plastic bottles.
• NOVAtherm insulation creates a healthier, more comfortable home or work environment,
costing less to heat and cool.
• NOVAtherm is BRANZ appraised (durability 50 years) and performance is guaranteed
for 50 years by InsulPro1.
• Environmental Choice certification for the highest R-value product (R3.6 Ceiling Blanket).
Combined product systems can deliver insulation R values in excess of R 6.0.
• NOVAtherm is safe and easy to work with. No precautions are required for handling
the product. It will not cause irritation when touched, and it gives off no fumes
or odours. NOVAtherm is easy to tear to length or cut with shears.
• As an added benefit, NOVAtherm will absorb noise to create a quieter environment.
• NOVAtherm is manufactured in New Zealand.
1 InsulPro guarantee that, so long as the insulation is installed correctly and remains adequately protected,
NOVAtherm and NOVAfloor will perform as well as when installed for at least 50 years.
Product range
Bale Pack Sizes
Product
R-value
Nominal
Thickness
(mm)
Dimensions
(mm)
Pieces
per pack
Total Area
(m2)
NOVAtherm R1.8 Ceiling
1.8
115
870 x 11490
2
20
NOVAtherm R2.6 Ceiling
2.6
175
870 x 8620
2
15
NOVAtherm R 2.8 Ceiling
2.8
175
870 x 8620
2
15
NOVAtherm R 3.2 Ceiling
3.2
200
870 x 8620
2
15
NOVAtherm R 3.6 Ceiling
3.6
225
870 x 7470
2
13
NOVAtherm R2.9 Skillion Roof Pad
2.9
115
560 x 1200
3
2.02
NOVAtherm R2.9 Skillion Roof Pad
2.9
115
860 x 1200
5
5.16
NOVAtherm R3.2 Skillion Roof Pad
3.2
165
570 x 1200
5
3.42
NOVAtherm R3.2 Skillion Roof Pad
3.2
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NOVAtherm can be made in a range of R values and sizes. Contact InsulPro or your authorised distributor to discuss your requirements.
Technical details
Technical Attributes
Standard
Test Result
Durability
Clause B2.3.1 a) 15 years
Clause B2.3.1 b) 50 years
Internal Moisture
Clause E3.3.1
According to BRANZ Appraisal No 430
(2008) NOVAtherm will meet or contribute
to meeting these provisions1
Hazardous Building Materials
Clause F2.3.1
Energy Efficiency
Clause H1.3.1(a)
Clause H1.3.2 E
New Zealand Building Code
Product Safety
Non Toxic
OSH Health and Safety Guidelines2
Non Irritant
OSH Health and Safety Guidelines
Respiratory Safe
n/a
Non Flammable
AS 1530 Part 3:
Polyester products ‘non-toxic’ and ‘non-irritant’
2
Polyester fibres are non-respirable
Ignitability
0 (Scale 0:20)
Spread of Flame
0 (Scale 0:10)
Heat Evolved
0 (Scale 0:10)
Smoke Developed
3 (Scale 0:10)
Total VOC ≤ 0.5mg/m3
Formaldehyde ≤ 0.06mg/m3
< 0.005mg/m34
< 0.009mg/m3
n/a
Free from all glues
Non Corrosive
NZS 4222
Alkalinity of pH 7.8
Vermin Resistant
n/a
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VOC Emission Safe
Glue Free
3
Other
1 Designed, used, installed and maintained in accordance with the statements and conditions of BRANZ Appraisal 430 (2008) available from www.insulpro.co.nz
2 Occupational Safety and Health Service. Health and Safety Guidelines for the Selection and Safe Handling of Synthetic Mineral Fibres. Department of Labour, 1994, p18.
3 NOVAtherm has been tested under ASTM D5116 to the limits set for insulation by CETEC PTY Ltd
4 All individual VOCs were less than their threshold limit values. Carcinogens and reproductive toxins were not identified as part of the VOCs
Specification and installation
NOVAtherm specifications are listed with Masterspec™ and at www.insulpro.co.nz
NOVAtherm must be installed according to the manufacturer’s guidelines and in accordance
with NZ Standard 4246 (Energy Efficiency – Installing Insulation in Residential Buildings).
For step by step installation guidelines see www.insulpro.co.nz or call InsulPro.
Creating better environments with NOVAtherm
InsulPro Manufacturing Ltd
• NOVAtherm helps to create more comfortable and healthy living spaces.
27 Birmingham Road,
East Tamaki, Manukau 2013
PO Box 204 289 Highbrook,
Manukau 2061, New Zealand
• A more energy efficient space will protect the environment by
consuming less fossil fuels for heating and cooling.
• All NOVAtherm products contain recycled polyester fibres. The recycled
fibre used by InsulPro comes 100% from recycled plastic bottles.
• Recycling plastic protects the environment by keeping the carbon content
locked up in the polyester fibre and reducing landfill waste.
• NOVAtherm is made in a near zero waste production process, and is fully recyclable.
P +64 9 273 2308 F +64 9 273 2309
insulation help-line 0800 100 007
www.insulpro.co.nz
Authorised Distributor
• NOVAtherm’s high R-value products have Environmental Choice Certification.
For more information go to www.insulpro.co.nz or contact an InsulPro representative.
NOVAtherm Ceiling Product Data Sheet - May 2013
Wall Insulation
Product Data Sheet
Application
NOVAtherm thermal insulation is made in New Zealand from 100% lofted, thermally bonded
polyester fibres. The polyester conjugate fibre used is crimped giving NOVAtherm excellent performance.
NOVAtherm is designed for use in walls to provide thermal insulation. The air trapped in the fabric
and the air inside the hollow fibres all contribute to the blanket insulation.
Product features and benefits
• All NOVAtherm products contain recycled polyester fibre made from plastic bottles.
• NOVAtherm insulation creates a healthier, more comfortable home or work environment,
costing less to heat and cool.
• NOVAtherm is BRANZ appraised (durability 50 years) and performance is guaranteed
for 50 years by InsulPro1.
• Environmental Choice certification for the highest R-value product (R2.8 Wall Blanket)
• NOVAtherm is safe and easy to work with. No precautions are required for handling
the product. It will not cause irritation when touched, and it gives off no fumes
or odours. NOVAtherm is easy to tear to length or cut with shears.
• As an added benefit, NOVAtherm will absorb noise to create a quieter environment.
• NOVAtherm is manufactured in New Zealand.
1 InsulPro guarantee that, so long as the insulation is installed correctly and remains adequately protected,
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Product range
Bale Pack Sizes
NOVAtherm Product Range
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R-value
Nominal
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Dimensions
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45
360 x 1200
16
6.91
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45
560 x 1200
12
8.06
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2.0
90
580 x 1160
15
10.09
NOVAtherm R2.2 Wall Pads
2.2
90
580 x 1160
13
8.75
NOVAtherm R2.5 Wall Pads
2.5
90
580 x 1160
8
5.38
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1.0
45
580 x 12930
4 (rolls)
30.00
NOVAtherm R1.3 Masonry Wall
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45
560 x 1200
12
8.06
NOVAtherm R1.8 Wall Blanket
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90
580 x 11490
3 (rolls)
20.00
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90
580 x 12930
2 (rolls)
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90
580 x 12930
1 (roll)
7.50
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140
580 x 7470
3 (rolls)
15.00
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Technical details
Technical Attributes
Standard
Test Result
Durability
Clause B2.3.1 a) 15 years
Clause B2.3.1 b) 50 years
Internal Moisture
Clause E3.3.1
According to BRANZ Appraisal No 430
(2008) NOVAtherm will meet or contribute
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Hazardous Building Materials
Clause F2.3.1
Energy Efficiency
Clause H1.3.1(a)
Clause H1.3.2 E
New Zealand Building Code
Product Safety
OSH Health and Safety Guidelines2
Non Toxic
Polyester products ‘non-toxic’ and ‘non-irritant’
2
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OSH Health and Safety Guidelines
Respiratory Safe
n/a
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AS 1530 Part 3:
Polyester fibres are non-respirable
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Spread of Flame
0 (Scale 0:10)
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0 (Scale 0:10)
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3 (Scale 0:10)
AS/NZS 60695.2.11
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AS/NZS 60695.11.5
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Total VOC ≤ 0.5mg/m3
Formaldehyde ≤ 0.06mg/m3
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< 0.009mg/m3 — level below detection
n/a
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AS/NZS4859.1
Materials composed entirely of polyester are
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from testing. Polyester has alkalinity of pH7.8
Vermin Resistant
n/a
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VOC Emission Safe
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3
Other
1 Designed, used, installed and maintained in accordance with the statements and conditions of BRANZ Appraisal 430 (2008) available from www.insulpro.co.nz
2 Occupational Safety and Health Service. Health and Safety Guidelines for the Selection and Safe Handling of Synthetic Mineral Fibres. Department of Labour, 1994, p18.
3 NOVAtherm has been tested under ASTM D5116 to the limits set for insulation by CETEC PTY Ltd
4 All individual VOCs were less than their threshold limit values. Carcinogens and reproductive toxins were not identified as part of the VOCs
Specification and installation
NOVAtherm specifications are listed with Masterspec™ and at www.insulpro.co.nz
NOVAtherm must be installed according to the manufacturer’s guidelines and in accordance
with NZ Standard 4246 (Energy Efficiency – Installing Insulation in Residential Buildings).
For step by step installation guidelines see www.insulpro.co.nz or call InsulPro.
Creating better environments with NOVAtherm
• NOVAtherm helps to create more comfortable and healthy living spaces.
• A more energy efficient space will protect the environment by
consuming less fossil fuels for heating and cooling.
• All NOVAtherm products contain recycled polyester fibres. The recycled
fibre used by InsulPro comes from recycled plastic bottles.
• Recycling plastic protects the environment by keeping the carbon content
locked up in the polyester fibre and reducing landfill waste.
• NOVAtherm is made in a near zero waste production process, and is fully recyclable.
InsulPro Manufacturing Ltd
27 Birmingham Road,
East Tamaki, Manukau 2013
PO Box 204 289 Highbrook,
Manukau 2061, New Zealand
P +64 9 273 2308 F +64 9 273 2309
insulation help-line 0800 100 007
www.insulpro.co.nz
Authorised Distributor
• NOVAtherm’s high R-value products have Environmental Choice Certification.
For more information go to www.insulpro.co.nz or contact an InsulPro representative.
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Licence number 2510069
Thermal (resistive-type)
Building Insulants
Licence number 2510069
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Building Insulants
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NOVAfloor can be manufactured in other dimensions subject to minimum order quantities. Contact InsulPro or your authorised distributor to discuss your requirements.
NOVAfloor can be manufactured in other dimensions subject to minimum order quantities. Contact InsulPro or your authorised distributor to discuss your requirements.
NOVAfloor can be manufactured in other dimensions subject to minimum order quantities. Contact InsulPro or your authorised distributor to discuss your requirements.
NOVAfloor can be manufactured in other dimensions subject to minimum order quantities. Contact InsulPro or your authorised distributor to discuss your requirements.
• NOVAflo r has Environmental Choice Certification.
Technical details
Technical details
Technical Attributes
New
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Building Code
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Standard
New Zealand Building Code
Durability
Durability
Internal Moisture
Internal Building
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NOVAfloor must be installed according to the manufacturer’s guidelines and in accordance
NOVAfloor
must be installed according to the manufacturer’s guidelines and in accordance
with NZ Standard 4246 (Energy Efficiency – Installing Insulation in Residential Buildings).
with NZ Standard 4246 (Energy Efficiency – Installing Insulation in Residential Buildings).
For step by step installation guidelines see www.insulpro.co.nz or call InsulPro.
For step by step installation guidelines see www.insulpro.co.nz or call InsulPro.
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• NOVAfloor helps to create more comfortable and healthy living spaces.
• NOVAfloor helps to create more comfortable and healthy living spaces.
• A more energy efficient space will protect the environment by
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polyester
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• NOVAfloor is made in a near zero waste production process, and is fully recyclable.
• NOVAfloor is made in a near zero waste production process, and is fully recyclable.
• NOVAfloor has Environmental Choice Certification.
• NOVAfloor
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Choice Certification.
For more information
go to www.insulpro.co.nz
or contact an InsulPro representative.
For more information go to www.insulpro.co.nz or contact an InsulPro representative.
InsulPro Manufacturing Ltd
InsulPro Manufacturing Ltd
27 Birmingham Road,
27 Birmingham
Road,2013
East
Tamaki, Manukau
East
Tamaki,
Manukau
2013
PO Box 204 289 Highbrook,
PO
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289
Highbrook,
Manukau 2061, New Zealand
Manukau 2061, New Zealand
P +64 9 273 2308 F +64 9 273 2309
P +64 9 273
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www.insulpro.co.nz
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Authorised Distributor
Authorised Distributor
NOVAflo r Product Data She t - September 201
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May 2013 2011
NOVAfloor
Multi - Underfloor Insulation Product Data Sheet
Application
NOVAtherm Multi thermal insulation is made in New Zealand from 100% lofted
thermally bonded polyester fibres. It is easy to install as it is friction fitted between
the floor joists and is able to be squeezed to fit tightly under the floor.
Air trapped inside the fabric and inside the hollow fibres contribute to the insulation
the pads provide. As a medium density pad product, it will outperform underfloor
blanket when in-situ.
Product features and benefits
• InsulPro take the fibres from recycled plastic bottles (PET), that would otherwise be
waste, and manufacture NOVAtherm Multi.
• Manufactured in pad form, it is friction fitted snug up against the floor. There is no
need for staples, removing the danger of electrocution.
• NOVAtherm Multi insulation creates a healthier, more comfortable home environment,
costing less to heat and cool - it reduces the draughts coming up from under the floor.
• If your home was built before 2000, you are eligible for up to $1,300 towards the cost
of insulation, as part of the ENERGYWISE home insulation programme.
Check out www.energywise.govt.nz for full terms and conditions.
• NOVAtherm Multi is manufactured to last. InsulPro will guarantee it for 50 years.1
• No precautions are required for handling NOVAtherm Multi. It will not cause
irritation when touched and it gives off no fumes or odours.
• NOVAtherm Multi is safe and easy to work with - manufactured in pad form for
ease of install.
• NOVAtherm Multi will reduce the noise of foot fall on floorboards.
• NOVAtherm Multi is manufactured in New Zealand.
1 InsulPro guarantee that, so long as the insulation is installed correctly and remains adequately protected,
NOVAtherm and NOVAfloor will perform as well as when installed for at least 50 years.
Product range
Bale Pack Sizes
NOVAtherm Multi Product Range
Product
R-value
Nominal
Thickness
(mm)
Dimensions
(mm)
Pieces
per pack
Total Area
(m 2 )
Underfloor Polyester Insulation
1.8
90
425 x 1200
8
4.08
90
475 x 1200
8
4.56
90
525 x 1200
7
4.41
90
575 x 1200
6
4.14
90
600 x 1200
5
3.60
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Technical details
Technical Attributes
Standard
Test Result
Durability
Clause B2.3.1 a) 15 years
Clause B2.3.1 b) 50 years
Internal Moisture
Clause E3.3.1
NOVAtherm Multi has been developed to
meet the New Zealand Building Code
requirements.
Hazardous Building Materials
Clause F2.3.1
Energy Efficiency
Clause H1.3.1(a)
Clause H1.3.2 E
New Zealand Building Code
Product Safety
Non Toxic
OSH Health and Safety Guidelines1
Non Irritant
OSH Health and Safety Guidelines1
Respiratory Safe
n/a
Non Flammable
AS 1530 Part 3:
Polyester products ‘non-toxic’ and ‘non-irritant’
Polyester fibres are non-respirable
Ignitability
0 (Scale 0:20)
Spread of Flame
0 (Scale 0:10)
Heat Evolved
0 (Scale 0:10)
Smoke Developed
2 (Scale 0:10)
Total VOC ≤ 0.5mg/m3
Formaldehyde ≤ 0.06mg/m3
< 0.005mg/m33 — level below detection
< 0.009mg/m3 — level below detection
n/a
Free from all glues
Non Corrosive
AS/NZS4859.1
Materials composed entirely of polyester are
regarded as non-corrosive and are exempt
from testing. Polyester has alkalinity of pH7.8
Vermin Resistant
n/a
Not a food source for vermin (and not treated)
VOC Emission Safe
Glue Free
2
Other
1 Occupational Safety and Health Service. Health and Safety Guidelines for the Selection and Safe Handling of Synthetic Mineral Fibres. Department of Labour, 1994, p18.
2 NOVAtherm has been tested under ASTM D5116 to the limits set for insulation by CETEC PTY Ltd
3 All individual VOCs were less than their threshold limit values. Carcinogens and reproductive toxins were not identified as part of the VOCs
Specification and installation
For further NOVAtherm Multi specifications please contact InsulPro on 0800 100 007.
NOVAtherm must be installed according to the manufacturer’s guidelines and in accordance
with NZ Standard 4246 (Energy Efficiency – Installing Insulation in Residential Buildings).
For step by step installation guidelines see www.insulpro.co.nz or call InsulPro.
Creating better environments with NOVAtherm
• NOVAtherm Multi helps to create more comfortable and healthy living spaces.
• A more energy efficient space will protect the environment by
consuming less fossil fuels for heating and cooling.
• NOVAtherm Multi products contain recycled polyester fibres. The recycled
fibre used by InsulPro comes 100% from recycled plastic bottles.
• Recycling plastic protects the environment by keeping the carbon content
locked up in the polyester fibre and reducing landfill waste.
• NOVAtherm Multi is made in a near zero waste production process, and is fully
recyclable.
InsulPro Manufacturing Ltd
27 Birmingham Road,
East Tamaki, Manukau 2013
PO Box 204 289 Highbrook,
Manukau 2061, New Zealand
P +64 9 273 2308 F +64 9 273 2309
insulation help-line 0800 100 007
www.insulpro.co.nz
Authorised Distributor
For more information go to www.insulpro.co.nz or contact an InsulPro representative.
NOVAtherm Multi Product Data Sheet - May 2013
Acoustic Insulation Product Data Sheet
Application
NOVAhush acoustic insulation is made in New Zealand from 100% white lofted thermally
bonded polyester fibres. NOVAhush has been designed for a wide range of acoustic
treatments in building structures such as walls, partitions, ceilings and mid floor infill.
NOVAhush insulation performs as an acoustic infill material by providing sound
absorption within the cavity; this reduces the sound transmission of the structure.
Product features and benefits
• NOVAhush contains recycled polyester fibre made from plastic bottles.
• NOVAhush helps to create comfortable internal environments by improving sound insulation
between spaces. Using NOVAhush will reduce sound intensity at all frequencies.
• As well as reducing noise transfer between rooms, NOVAhush also prov ides thermal insulation
which may improve the energy efficiency of the space insulated.
• NOVAhush is safe and easy to work with. No precautions are required for handling the
product. It will not cause irritation when touched, and gives off no fumes or odours.
• InsulPro manufacture NOVAhush in New Zealand.
* InsulPro guarantee that, provided the insulation is installed correctly and remains adequately protected,
NOVAhush, NOVAfloor and NOVAtherm will perform as well as when installed for at least 50 years.
Product range
Bale Pack Sizes
NOVAhush Product Range
Product Weight
(grams/m2)
Nominal
Thickness
(mm)
Dimensions
(mm)
Rolls
per pack
Total Area
(m2)
NOVAhush 580
580
60
600 x 25000
2
30
NOVAhush 750
750
60
600 x 11110
3
20
NOVAhush 900
900
90
600 x 11110
3
20
NOVAhush Sound Blanket (roll)
1,100
TBC
90
TBC
580 x 11490
TBC
3
20
TBC
NOVAhush Sound Blanket (pads)
1,100
90
580 x 1160
17
11.4
NOVAhush is available in different densities depending on the acoustic application and performance required.
Contact InsulPro or your authorised distributer to discuss your requirements.
Building System Performance
Product
Studs
NOVAhush 580
64mm steel
Lining
13mm plasterboard
both sides
Transmission
Performance (STC Class / Rw)
41 (Rw41)
NOVAhush 750
64mm steel
NOVAhush 900
92mm steel
48 (Rw 47)
NOVAhush Sound Blanket
90mm timber
TBC
Higher STC results can be achieved with different choice of studs and specialist acoustic linings.
43 (Rw 42)
Technical details
Technical Attributes
Standard
Test Result
Sound Absorption
Noise Reduction Coefficients
(NRC)
ASTM C423
- 580g/m2
0.70
- 750g/m
0.85
- 1,000g/m2
0.90
Clause B2.3.1 a) 15 years
Clause B2.3.1 b) 50 years
NOVAhush acoustic blanket has the same
technical attributes as NOVAtherm
2
New Zealand Building Code
Durability
Internal Moisture
Clause E3.3.1
Hazardous Building Materials
Clause F2.3.1
Product Safety
Non Toxic
OSH Health and Safety Guidelines1
Polyester products ‘non-toxic’ and ‘non-irritant’
Respiratory Safe
n/a
Polyester fibres are non-respirable
Non Flammable
AS 1530 Part 3:
Non Irritant
Ignitability
0 (Scale 0:20)
Spread of Flame
0 (Scale 0:10)
Heat Evolved
0 (Scale 0:10)
Smoke Developed
3 (Scale 0:10)
Total VOC ≤ 0.5mg/m
Formaldehyde ≤ 0.06mg/m 3
Level below detection
Level below detection
AS/NZS4859.1
Materials composed entirely of polyester are
regarded as non-corrosive and are exempt
from testing. Polyester has alkalinity of pH7.8
Vermin Resistant
n/a
Not a food source for vermin (and not treated)
Odourless
n/a
NOVAhush is odourless and
will not absorb odours
VOC Emission Safe
2
3
Other
Non Corrosive
Moisture Resistant 3
Absorption rate of less than 0.2% by weight
1 Occupational Health and Safety Service. Health and Safety Guidelines for the Selection and Safe Handling of Synthetic Mineral Fibres. Department of Labour, 1994, p18.
2 All individual VOCs were less than their threshold limit values. Carcinogens and reproductive toxins were not identified as part of the VOCs
3 If the product should become wet the full thermal performance will be restored once the product is dried completely
Specification and installation
For NOVAhush specification advice contact an InsulPro representative.
NOVAhush must be installed according to the manufacturer’s guidelines,
which are printed on the back of each bale label. These guidelines
are also available at www.insulpro.co.nz or call InsulPro on 0800 100 007.
Creating better environments with NOVAhush
InsulPro Manufacturing Ltd
27 Birmingham Road,
East Tamaki, Manukau 2013
PO Box 204 289 Highbrook,
Manukau 2061, New Zealand
P +64 9 273 2308 F +64 9 273 2309
insulation help-line 0800 100 007
www.insulpro.co.nz
Authorised Distributor
• NOVAhush helps to create a more comfortable living environment.
• A more energy efficient space will protect the environment by
consuming less fossil fuels for heating and cooling.
• All NOVAhush products contain recycled polyester fibres. The recycled
fibre used by InsulPro comes from recycled plastic bottles.
• Recycling plastic protects the environment by keeping the carbon content
locked up in the polyester fibre and reducing landfill waste.
• NOVAhush is made in a near zero waste production process, and is fully recyclable.
For more information go to www.insulpro.co.nz or contact an InsulPro representative.
NOVAhush Acoustic Product Data Sheet - May 2013
Panel Absorber Insulation
Application
NOVAhush Panel Absorber is made in New Zealand by InsulPro.
It is polyester acoustic insulation that is made using fibres
from recycled plastic bottles. It is available as a semi-rigid
board in white or black polyester, with a white, black or grey
polyester inner. It can be applied in factories, workshops, cafes,
restaurants, gyms, halls, offices, sports centres, cultural centres
and, in fact, anywhere where the focus is to reduce noise!
Product Data Sheet
InsulPro’s NOVAhush Panel Absorber has
achieved the supreme 1S group number –
making it one of the easiest interior lining
solutions to use in a building!
From April 2013, all interior surface lining
products have to comply with new fire
performance requirements.
NOVAhush Panel Absorber complies with new Building Code fire
performance requirements in New Zealand and Australia after
being tested to ISO 9705.
Group Number 1S means that InsulPro’s NOVAhush Panel
Absorber can be used in any interior surface lining application
in commercial and residential construction – you don’t need
to be concerned about using multiple products to meet the
different interior surface fire requirements. NOVAhush Panel
Absorber can also be used with HVAC ducting - so it really is your
one stop solution!
Application
Where can you use
NOVAhush Panel Absorber
Exitways All occupied space in importance level 4 building
Wall materials in sleeping spaces (not in household units)
Ceiling materials in sleeping spaces (not in household units)
All other occupied spaces including household units: walls and ceilings
Ducts for HVAC systems: internal surfaces
Ducts for HVAC systems: external surfaces. Acoustic treatment and pipe insulation with air handling plenum
5
*
Year Warranty
Product Range
Bale Pack Sizes
NOVAhush Product Range
Product R-Value
NRC
Nominal
Thickness
(mm)
35-25mm
0.70
0.70
25
2400 x 1200
12
34.56
35-50mm
1.40
0.90
50
2400 x 1200
6
17.28
35-75mm
2.11
1.05
75
2400 x 1200
4
11.52
20-100mm
2.27
0.95
100
2400 x 1200
3
8.64
40-100mm
2.96
1.05
100
2400 x 1200
3
8.64
Dimensions
(mm)
Pieces
(per pack)
Total Coverage
(m2)
NOVAhush can be manufactured in other dimensions subject to minimum order quantities
*Terms and conditions apply
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Technical details
Technical Attributes
Standard
Test Result
New Zealand Building Code
Durability
Clause B2.3.1 b) 50 years
Internal Moisture
Clause E3.3.1
Hazardous Building Materials
Clause F2.3.1
Product Safety
Non Toxic
OSH Health and Safety Guidelines1
Polyester products ‘non-toxic’ and ‘non-irritant’
Respiratory Safe
n/a
Polyester fibres are non-respirable
Fire Tests
AS 1530 Part 3:
Non Irritant
VOC Emission Safe
3
Ignitability
0 (Scale 0:20)
Spread of Flame
0 (Scale 0:10)
Heat Evolved
0 (Scale 0:10)
Smoke Developed
2 (Scale 0:10)
ISO 9075
1s
Total VOC ≤ 0.5mg/m3
3
Formaldehyde ≤ 0.06mg/m
Level below detection 2
Level below detection
Glue Free
Free from all glues
Other
Non Corrosive
NZS 4222
Alkalinity of PH 7.8
Vermin Resistant
n/a
Not a food source for vermin (and not treated)
1 Occupational Health and Safety Service. Health and Safety Guidelines for the Selection and Safe Handling of Synthetic Mineral Fibres. Department of Labour, 1994, p18.
2 NOVAhush has been tested under ASTM D5116 to the limits set for insulation by CETEC PTY Ltd
3 All individual VOCs were less than their threshold limit values. Carcinogens and reproductive toxins were not identified as part of the VOCs.
Emissions test data
Product
Total Volatile Organic Compound Specific Emission Rate (mg/m2 /hr)
Black Panel Absorber Liner
<0.003
This product can be classed as low VOC emitting. The material emissions are less than the recognised threshold of 0.5 mg/m2/hr – eg: ‘Green Star’
NOVAhush Panel Absorber is compliant with the Building Code of Australia C1.1 (AS ISO 9705)
and the New Zealand Building Code C/VM2 (ISO 9705) as a surface lining material for walls
and ceilings and also as a HVAC duct liner.
Specification and installation
For NOVAhush specification advice contact an InsulPro representative.
NOVAhush must be installed according to the manufacturer’s guidelines,
which are printed on the back of each bale label. These guidelines
are also available at www.insulpro.co.nz or call InsulPro on 0800 100 007.
Creating better environments with NOVAhush
InsulPro Manufacturing Ltd
27 Birmingham Road,
East Tamaki, Auckland 2013
PO Box 204 289 Highbrook,
Auckland 2061, New Zealand
P +64 9 273 2308 F +64 9 273 2309
insulation help-line 0800 100 007
www.insulpro.co.nz
Authorised Distributor
• NOVAhush helps to create a more energy efficient comfortable and healthy environment.
• A more energy efficient space will protect the environment by consuming less fossil
fuels for heating and cooling.
• NOVAhush Panels are made in a near zero waste production process and are
fully recyclable.
NOVAhush Panel Absorber Product Data Sheet - May 2013
Bafflestack Insulation Product Data Sheet
Application
NOVAhush Bafflestack insulation is made in New Zealand from 100% lofted, thermally
bonded polyester fibre. It is designed for use in the ceiling cavity to reduce sound
transmission over the ceiling path. In high rise buildings and offices, NOVAhush Bafflestacks
are commonly used over 63mm and 89mm stud fit outs with acoustic infill, with or
without resilient rails and compressed.
Please refer to our Bafflestack Calculator below or at www.insulpro.co.nz
Single Stack
Number
in the
stack
Lineal
Metre
m2
Number
of Bales
rq'd
Anticipated
CAC
Double width stack
Typical
Compression Plenum
rate
height
Compression
rate
Typical
Plenum
height
10%
600
7
1
4.2
0.21
39
10%
10%
800
9
1
5.4
0.27
39
10%
10%
1200
14
1
8.4
0.42
39
10%
1500
17
1
10.2
0.51
39
30%
600
9
1
5.4
0.27
43
Number
in the
stack
Lineal
Mitre
m2
Number
of Bales
rq'd
Anticipated
STC
600
7
800
9
1
8.4
0.42
53*
1
5.4
0.27
10%
1200
53*
14
1
8.4
0.42
53*
30%
30%
600
9
1
5.4
0.27
69*
800
12
1
7.2
0.36
69*
30%
800
12
1
7.2
0.36
43
30%
1200
18
1
10.8
0.54
69*
30%
1200
18
1
10.8
0.54
43
30%
1500
21
1
12.6
0.63
69*
30%
1500
21
1
12.6
0.63
43
50%
600
12
1
7.2
0.36
55*
50%
800
16
1
9.6
0.48
55*
50%
1200
24
1
14.4
0.72
55*
50%
1500
24
1
14.4
0.72
55*
Product features and benefits
• NOVAhush Baffle reduces the need for any constructed cavity walls within a building,
simply use NOVAhush Baffle to manage noise between spaces.
Refer to the Installation guidelines for full application details.
• NOVAhush Baffle blanket is laid over existing services in the ceiling cavity,
ensuring they will not be affected.
• NOVAhush Baffle contains recycled polyester fibre made from plastic bottles.
• NOVAhush Baffle helps to create comfortable internal environments by improving sound
insulation between spaces. Using NOVAhush will reduce sound intensity at all frequencies.
• NOVAhush is safe and easy to work with. No precautions are required for handling the
product. It will not cause irritation when touched, and gives off no fumes or odours.
• InsulPro manufacture NOVAhush in New Zealand.
* InsulPro guarantee that, provided the insulation is installed correctly and remains adequately protected,
NOVAhush, NOVAfloor and NOVAtherm will perform as well as when installed for at least 50 years.
Product range
Bale Pack Sizes
NOVAhush Product Range
Weight
(gsm)
Nominal
Thickness
(mm)
Dimensions
(mm)
Pieces
per pack
Total
Coverage
2
(m )
NOVAhush Bafflestack
1000
100
600 x 11110
3
20.00
Technical details
Technical Attributes
Standard
Test Result
Durability
Clause B2.3.1 a) 15 years
Clause B2.3.1 b) 50 years
NOVAhush acoustic blanket has the same
technical attributes as NOVAtherm
Internal Moisture
Clause E3.3.1
Hazardous Building Materials
Clause F2.3.1
New Zealand Building Code
Product Safety
Non Toxic
OSH Health and Safety Guidelines1
Polyester products ‘non-toxic’ and ‘non-irritant’
Respiratory Safe
n/a
Polyester fibres are non-respirable
Non Flammable
AS 1530 Part 3:
Non Irritant
Ignitability
0 (Scale 0:20)
Spread of Flame
0 (Scale 0:10)
Heat Evolved
0 (Scale 0:10)
Smoke Developed
3 (Scale 0:10)
3
2
Total VOC ≤ 0.5mg/m
Formaldehyde ≤ 0.06mg/m3
Level below detection
Level below detection
Non Corrosive
AS/NZS4859.1
Materials composed entirely of polyester are
regarded as non-corrosive and are exempt
from testing. Polyester has alkalinity of pH7.8
Moisture Resistant 3
ASTM C1104
Absorption rate of less than 0.2% by weight
Vermin Resistant
n/a
Not a food source for vermin (and not treated)
Odourless
n/a
NOVAhush is odourless and
will not absorb odours
VOC Emission Safe
Other
1 Occupational Health and Safety Service. Health and Safety Guidelines for the Selection and Safe Handling of Synthetic Mineral Fibres. Department of Labour, 1994, p18.
2 All individual VOCs were less than their threshold limit values. Carcinogens and reproductive toxins were not identified as part of the VOCs test by CETEC PTY Ltd
3 If the product should become wet the full performance will be restored once the product is dried completely
Specification and installation
For NOVAhush specification advice contact an InsulPro representative.
NOVAhush Baffle must be installed according to the manufacturer’s
guidelines, which are printed on the back of each bale label. These
guidelines are also available at www.insulpro.co.nz or call InsulPro
Creating better environments with NOVAhush
• NOVAhush Baffle helps to create a more comfortable living environment.
• A more energy efficient space will protect the environment by
consuming less fossil fuels for heating and cooling.
• All NOVAhush products contain recycled polyester fibres. The recycled
fibre used by InsulPro comes from recycled plastic bottles.
InsulPro Manufacturing Ltd
27 Birmingham Road,
East Tamaki, Manukau 2013
PO Box 204 289 Highbrook,
Manukau 2061, New Zealand
P +64 9 273 2308 F +64 9 273 2309
insulation help-line 0800 100 007
www.insulpro.co.nz
Authorised Distributor
• Recycling plastic protects the environment by keeping the carbon content
locked up in the polyester fibre and reducing landfill waste.
• NOVAhush Baffle is made in a near zero waste production process and is fully recyclable.
For more information go to www.insulpro.co.nz or contact an InsulPro representative.
NOVAhush Bafflestack Product Data Sheet - October 2011
Hot Water Cylinder Wrap Product Data Sheet
Application
NOVAtherm thermal insulation is made in New Zealand from 100% lofted thermally bonded
polyester fibres. The NOVAtherm Hot Water Cylinder Wrap is an aluminium foil faced
polyester blanket designed for wrapping electric hot water cylinders to reduce heat loss
from the stored water. The NOVAtherm Hot Water Cylinder Wrap uses a special
reinforced flame retardent foil.
Product features and benefits
• NOVAtherm Hot Water Cylinder Wrap will improve the performance of your hot
water system by keeping the heat inside the cylinder.
• NOVAtherm Hot Water Cylinder Wrap creates a more energy efficient home,
which could save you up to $80 a year1
• NOVAtherm Hot Water Cylinder Wrap is safe and easy to work with. No precautions
are required for handling the product. It will not cause irritation when touched
and it gives off no fumes or odours.
• As an added benefit, the NOVAtherm Hot Water Cylinder Wrap comes packaged
with 1 metre of lagging, aluminium foil for sealing the joins and a sharp knife.
• All NOVAtherm products contain recycled polyester fibre made from plastic bottles.
• NOVAtherm Hot Water Cylinder Wrap is manufactured in New Zealand.
1 Source: Houses, built before 1987 - eeca.govt.nz
Product range
Bale Pack Sizes
NOVAtherm
Product
R-value
Nominal
Thickness
(mm)
Dimensions
(mm)
Pieces
per pack
Total Area
(m2 )
NOVAtherm Cylinder Wrap
1.1
40
1200 x 3000
1
3.60
Technical details
4
Technical Attributes
Standard
Test Result
Durability
Clause B2.3.1 a) 15 years
Clause B2.3.1 b) 50 years
NOVAtherm Hot Water Cylinder Wrap has the
same technical attributes as NOVAtherm
Internal Moisture
Clause E3.3.1
New Zealand Building Code
Hazardous Building Materials
Clause F2.3.1
Energy Efficiency
Clause H1.3.1(a)
Clause H1.3.2 E
Product Safety
Non Toxic
OSH Health and Safety Guidelines1
Polyester products ‘non-toxic’ and ‘non-irritant’
Respiratory Safe
n/a
Polyester fibres are non-respirable
Non Flammable
AS 1530 Part 3:
Non Irritant
Ignitability
0 (Scale 0:20)
Spread of Flame
0 (Scale 0:10)
Heat Evolved
0 (Scale 0:10)
Smoke Developed
VOC Emission Safe
2
0 (Scale 0:10)
3
Total VOC ≤ 0.5mg/m
Formaldehyde ≤ 0.06mg/m3
Level below detection
Level below detection
AS/NZS4859.1
Materials composed entirely of polyester are
regarded as non-corrosive and are exempt
from testing. Polyester has alkalinity of pH7.8
Other
Non Corrosive
Moisture Resistant 3
Absorption rate of less than 0.2% by weight
Vermin Resistant
n/a
Not a food source for vermin (and not treated)
Odourless
n/a
NOVAtherm is odourless and
will not absorb odours
1 Occupational Health and Safety Service. Health and Safety Guidelines for the Selection and Safe Handling of Synthetic Mineral Fibres. Department of Labour, 1994, p18.
2 All individual VOCs were less than their threshold limit values. Carcinogens and reproductive toxins were not identified as part of the VOCs
3 If the product should become wet the full thermal performance will be restored once the product is dried completely
4 Technical Details relate to the polyester component of the NOVAtherm Hot Water Cylinder Wrap.
Installation
NOVAtherm Hot Water Cylinder Wrap must be installed according to the
manufacturer’s guidelines, which are printed on the back of each label.
These guidelines are also available at www.insulpro.co.nz or call
InsulPro on 0800 100 007.
Creating better environments with
NOVAtherm Hot Water Cylinder Wrap
InsulPro Manufacturing Ltd
27 Birmingham Road,
East Tamaki, Manukau 2013
PO Box 204 289 Highbrook,
Manukau 2061, New Zealand
P +64 9 273 2308 F +64 9 273 2309
insulation help-line 0800 100 007
www.insulpro.co.nz
Authorised Distributor
• A more energy efficient space will protect the environment by
consuming less fossil fuels for heating and cooling.
• All NOVAtherm products contain recycled polyester fibres. The recycled
fibre used by InsulPro comes from recycled plastic bottles.
• Recycling plastic protects the environment by keeping the carbon content
locked up in the polyester fibre and reducing landfill waste.
• NOVAtherm is made in a near zero waste production process, and is fully recyclable.
For more information go to www.insulpro.co.nz or contact an InsulPro representative.
NOVAtherm Hot Water Cylinder Wrap Data Sheet - May 2013
Our
Credentials
creating better environments
creating better environments
Environmental Choice Licence
What is Environmental Choice?
At InsulPro we strive to create a better environment.
Our commitment to the environment is more
than greenway – it’s how we do business.
The Environmental Choice license recognises our
commitment to the environment. It is awarded to
manufacturers who clearly demonstrate reducing the
environmental impacts of their products. It provides a
credible and independent guide for consumers who want
to purchase products that are better for the environment.
The program was initiated and is endorsed
by the New Zealand Government.
Which InsulPro products have
Environmental Choice?
• NOVAfloor R1.4
• NOVAtherm R3.6 Ceiling
• NOVAtherm R2.6 and R2.8 Wall (suitable for 140mm
stud wall)
• NOVAtherm R2.6 Wall (double layer of high density
R1.3 sheets)
How do I find out more about
Environmental Choice?
Check our website www.insulpro.co.nz or the
Environmental Choice website www.enviro-choice.org.nz
insulation helpline 0800 100 007 www.insulpro.co.nz
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creating better environments
Environmental Choice Licence
insulation helpline 0800 100 007 www.insulpro.co.nz
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Product
1.1
Novatherm is a range of polyester fibre insulation used as thermal and acoustic
insulating material in walls, roofs and ceilings of buildings.
Appraisal No.430 [2008]
BRANZ Appraisals
Technical Assessments of products
for building and construction
BRANZ
APPRAISAL
No. 430 (2008)
This Appraisal replaces BRANZ
Appraisal No. 430 (2003) dated
14 November 2003.
Amended 22 June 2011.
NOVATHERM
POLYESTER THERMAL
INSULATION
Insulpro Manufacturing Ltd
PO Box 204 289
Highbrook
Auckland
Tel: 09 273 2308
Insulation Helpline: 0800 100 007
Fax: 09 273 2309
Email: info@insulpro.co.nz
Web: www.insulpro.co.nz
Scope
2.1
Novatherm has been appraised as thermal and acoustic insulating material in
walls, roofs and ceilings of buildings within the following scope:
• framed or part-framed domestic and commercial buildings where the insulation remains
dry during its serviceable life.
2.2
Novatherm must be installed in accordance with the relevant requirements of NZS
4246, the Technical Literature and this Appraisal, to meet the stated thermal performance
rating of the insulation. See Paragraph 6.1.
Building Regulations
New Zealand Building Code (NZBC)
BRANZ Limited
Private Bag 50 908
Porirua City
New Zealand
Tel: +64 4 237 1170
Fax: +64 4 237 1171
www.branz.co.nz
3.1
In the opinion of BRANZ, Novatherm if designed, used, installed and maintained
in accordance with the statements and conditions of this Appraisal, will meet or contribute
to meeting the following provisions of the NZBC:
Clause B2 DURABILITY: Performance B2.3.1(a) not less than 50 years and B2,3,1(b) 15
years. Novatherm will meet this requirement. See Paragraph 8.1.
Clause E3 INTERNAL MOISTURE: Performance E3.3.1. Novatherm will contribute to
meeting this requirement. See Paragraphs 12.1 - 12.2.
Clause F2 HAZARDOUS BUILDING MATERIALS: Performance F2.3.1. Novatherm meets
this requirement and will not present a health hazard to people.
Clause H1 ENERGY EFFICIENCY: Performance H1.3.1(a) and H1.3.2 E . Novatherm
will contribute to meeting these requirements. See Paragraphs 13.1 - 13.8.
3.2
This is an Appraisal of an Acceptable Solution in terms of New Zealand Building
Code Compliance. Novatherm thermal resistance (R-Value) has been determined by
AS/NZS 4859.1 which is an acceptable method.
Readers are advised to check the validity of this Appraisal by referring to the Valid Appraisals listing on the BRANZ website, or by contacting BRANZ.
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Technical Specification
Polyester Insulation
4.1
Novatherm is manufactured from non-woven thermally
bonded polyester fibres. The fibres are blended, carded and
thermally bonded to produce blankets, which are machine slit
to the required width and cut to length. The blankets are then
compression packed into plastic bags.
4.2
The product is available as set out in Table 1.
Table 1: Product Range
Product
Ceiling
Wall
R Value
Size W x L
(mm)
Nominal
Thickness (mm)
Pieces per pack
Density
kg/m³
m2/pack
Pack weight (Kg)
R1.8
R2.6
R2.8
R2.9
R3.2
R3.6
R2.0
R2.2
R2.5
870 x 11490
870 x 8620
870 x 8620
870 x 8620
870 x 8620
870 x 7470
580 x 12930
580 x 8620
600 x 10000
115
175
175
185
200
225
90
90
90
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
7.82
7.14
8.0
7.6
8.0
6.9
16.7
21.7
35.0
20
15
15
15
15
15
15
10
5.8
18
18.75
21
21
24
23.4
22.5
19.5
18.27
Note: Insulation must not be fitted into sealed cavities that are
less than the labeled insulation nominal thickness.
Design Information
4.3
Novatherm Insulation is white in colour and is packaged
in a double layer clear tube compression packaging.
Each packet is supplied with labelling in compliance with AS/
NZS 4859.1
4.4
Accessories used with Novatherm which are supplied
by the Insulation Installer are :
• Plastic strapping - Where plastic strapping is used to control
the insulation material from movement that would affect
the performance of the thermal insulation, strapping that
meets the requirements of NZBC Clause B2 DURABILITY:
Performance B2.3.1(a) 50 years, must be used.
• Plastic strapping fixings - Plastic strapping fixings such
as hot dipped galvanised clouts or zinc plated staples that
meet the requirements of NZBC Clause B2 DURABILITY:
Performance B2.3.1(a) 50 years.
General
7.1
Novatherm Insulation is designed to be used as
thermal insulation to meet the energy efficiency and other NZBC
insulation requirements, or to provide greater ratings when
required by the designer, when installed in building walls, roofs,
ceilings and floors.
7.2
The building envelope must be constructed to meet
the requirements of the NZBC. The insulation must remain dry
during installation and throughout the life of the building.
7.3
To prevent moisture transfer to Novatherm Insulation, a
separation (minimum 25 mm) is required between Novatherm
Insulation and any flexible roof underlay. Where there is a rigid
sheathing or roofing substrate such as plywood, provided there
is no design requirement for roof space ventilation, a separation
between Novatherm Insulation and the sheathing or substrate is
not required.
7.4
The clearances specified in the installation instructions,
or specified by the manufacturer of heating appliances and
recessed light fittings must be met. The use of recessed light
fittings may, therefore, reduce the thermal performance of
insulated ceilings. This factor must be taken into account in
the assessment of compliance with NZBC Clause H1 Energy
Efficiency.
7.5
Where the insulation material is not laid directly on
a ceiling lining or over ceiling battens or joists, it must be
adequately supported by galvanised wire netting or some other
suitable corrosion resistant material. This applies to commercial
buildings.
7.6
When the insulation is installed in a wall with a drained
cavity where the stud spacings are greater than 450 mm, an
intermediate means of restraining the insulation from bulging
into the cavity must be installed in accordance with NZBC
Acceptable Solution E2/AS1 Paragraph 9.1.8.5.
Handling and Storage
5.1
Novatherm must be stored under cover and in dry
conditions. Heavy objects must not be stacked on the packs.
The packs must be stored in an orientation that avoids excessive
compression of the product.
5.2
In general, insulation products are sensitive to the
length of time they are stored under compression packaging.
The longer they are stored, the longer it will take for them to
recover to their natural loft after unpacking.
Technical Literature
6.1
Refer to the Appraisals listing on the BRANZ website
for details of the current Technical Literature for Novatherm.
The Technical Literature must be read in conjunction with
this Appraisal. All aspects of design, use, installation and
maintenance contained in the Technical Literature and within
the scope of this Appraisal must be followed.
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7.7
Where the insulation is installed in exterior walls, it is
preferable for the insulation material nominal thickness to be
selected to provide a snug close fit of the insulation between
building wrap and the interior wall lining (reference note
Paragraph 4.2).
Modelling of housing and smaller buildings
13.2
The modelling method described in NZS 4218
section 3.3 (as modified by NZBC Verification Method H1/VM1
Paragraphs 1.1.2 and 1.1.3) is a Verification Method for NZBC
Clause H1.3.1(a) for the following types of buildings:
a) Housing, regardless of total floor area (the method is
also a means of compliance with Clause H1.3.2 E,
which applies only to housing), and
b) Small buildings other than housing having a net lettable
area no greater than 300 m2.
Durability
Serviceable Life
8.1
Where the building is maintained so that provisions of
the NZBC E2 and E3 Clauses are met, and where the insulation
is not crushed or exposed to conditions that will diminish its
thermal performance, (e.g. moisture), and where the material
is accessible then NOVAtherm can expect to have a serviceable
life of at least 15 years. NOVAtherm can also expect to have a
serviceable life of 50 years when installed in dry, non-accessible
enclosed construction cavities.
Building performance index for housing
13.3
Compliance with NZBC Clause H1.3.2 E (Building
Performance Index or BPI) satisfies Clause H1.3.1(a).
Modelling of large buildings other than housing
13.4
The modelling method described in NZS 4243:2007
parts 1 and 2 is a Verification Method for NZBC Clause
H1.3.1 (a) for buildings other than Housing having a net lettable
area greater than 300 m2.
Maintenance
Determining thermal resistance
13.5
The thermal resistance (R-values) of building elements
may be verified by using NZS 4214.
The BRANZ ‘House Insulation Guide’ Fourth Edition provides
thermal resistances of common building elements and is based
on calculations from NZS 4214.
9.1
The building must be maintained weatherproof at all
times. If, during normal routine maintenance it is discovered that
moisture has entered the building envelope, or that dampness
has occurred because of leaking plumbing or some other
source, then that source must be repaired immediately. Wet
or damp insulation must be removed and then replaced with
new insulation of an equivalent thermal rating. Cavities must be
clean, dry and free of all contaminants and mould before fitting
new insulation. NZS 4246 Paragraph 3.3 gives guidance on
thermal insulation maintenance due to water damage.
Building Thermal Envelope
13.6
NZBC Acceptable Solution H1/AS1 can be used for
housing, communal residential, communal non-residential and
commercial buildings.
Housing and Small Buildings
13.7
Construction in accordance with NZS 4218 sections
3.1 or 3.2 (as modified by NZBC Acceptable Solution H1/AS1
Paragraphs 2.1.3 and 2.1.4) satisfies NZBC H1.3.1 (a) for
housing of any size and all buildings having a net lettable area
no greater than 300 m2.
13.8
Construction in accordance with NZS 4218 sections
3.1 or 3.2 (as modified by NZBC Acceptable Solution H1/
AS1 Paragraphs 2.1.3 and 2.1.4) satisfies NZBC H1.3.2 E for
housing of any size, including the external walls of multi-unit
dwellings. (Note that common walls between household units
of multi-unit dwellings need not comply with NZS 4218.)
Outbreak of Fire
10.1
Novatherm must be separated or protected from
sources of heat such as chimneys, fireplaces, flues and fuel
burning appliances in accordance with the requirements of
NZBC Acceptable Solution C/AS1 Part 9.
External Moisture
11.1
The total building envelope must comply with the
requirements of NZBC E2 to ensure that the insulation remains
dry in use.
11.2
The moisture content of the construction materials at
the time of enclosing the insulation must meet the requirements
of NZBC Acceptable Solution E2/AS1, or lower moisture content
if required by the lining manufacturer.
Installation Information
Installation Skill Level Requirements
14.1
Installation of Novatherm must be completed by an
installer with an understanding of insulation installation, in
accordance with the instructions given within the Technical
Literature, Installation Instructions and this Appraisal.
Internal Moisture
12.1
Buildings other than communal non-residential,
commercial, industrial, outbuildings or ancillary buildings,
must be constructed with an adequate combination of thermal
resistance, ventilation, and space temperature must be provided
to all habitable spaces, bathrooms, laundries and other spaces
where moisture may be generated or may accumulate.
12.2
Roofs and walls of housing complying with the
Schedule Method for Compliance with Clause H1.3.2 E will
have adequate thermal resistance. Other buildings may require
more thermal insulation to satisfy the requirements of NZBC E3/
AS1 than that to satisfy the energy efficiency provisions alone.
General
15.1
Installation of Novatherm must be in accordance with
the manufacturer’s Technical Literature, Installation Instructions
and this Appraisal. Installation is to be carried out by trained
installers only. NZS 4246 should be used as a guide for installing
insulation in residential buildings.
15.2
The product must be installed only when the building
is enclosed and when the construction materials have achieved
the required maximum moisture content or less, to ensure the
insulation does not become wet.
Energy Efficiency
Building Thermal Envelope
13.1
NZBC Verification Method H1/VM1 can be used for
housing, communal residential, communal non-residential and
commercial buildings.
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Quality
15.3
After release from the packaging, and its installation,
Novatherm will require some time to fully re-loft to its correct
thickness. The time taken to completely loft will depend upon
the length of time the product has been packaged and stored
and the ambient temperature.
15.4
Novatherm is manufactured in roll sizes to allow
product to be torn to length to suit wall floor and ceiling framing
spaces. (See Table 1)
15.5
Novatherm tears across the roll to fit into cavities where
required.
15.6
Where Novatherm is cut to fit wall cavities, the wall
cavities must be completely filled to prevent sagging and thermal
convection.
15.7
The insulation must be neatly fitted between framing
members and linings and staple fixed so that the potential for
gaps and convective heat loss is reduced. The material must
not be folded, tucked or compressed. A close, even fit provides
the most efficient thermal performance.
15.8
The insulation must be continuous across the entire
roof or ceiling plane between top plates of external walls, and
fitted either between or over rafters, ceiling joists or truss chords.
Wherever possible the insulation should be fitted beneath wiring
or plumbing.
Recessed Light fittings
15.9
The use of recessed light fittings installed as downlights in insulated ceilings or roof-spaces is not recommended.
Down-lights cannot be covered with insulation. Where they are
present, the thermal performance of the ceilings/roofspaces will
be reduced, and the overheating risk of materials in the ceiling
will be increased. Compensation for the gaps required around
lights must be made in order to meet the requirements of clause
H1. A minimum clearance of 100 mm between down-lights and
insulation must be maintained unless the manufacturer of the
down-light can verify a lesser clearance is appropriate.
19.1
The manufacture of Novatherm has been examined by
BRANZ, including methods adopted for quality control. Details
of the manufacturing processes, and quality and composition
of the raw materials used were obtained and found to be
satisfactory.
19.2
Insulpro Manufacturing Ltd is responsible for the
quality of the product supplied.
19.3
Quality of installation of the product on site is the
responsibility of the installer.
19.4
Quality of maintenance of the building to ensure the
insulation material remains dry is the responsibility of the
building owner.
Sources of Information
• AS/NZS 4859.1: 2002 Materials for the thermal insulation
of buildings.
• BRANZ House Insulation Guide, Third Edition 2007.
• NZS 4218: 2004 Energy efficiency - housing and small
building envelope.
• NZS 4243: 1996 Energy efficiency - large buildings.
• NZS 4246: 2006 Energy efficiency - Installing Insulation In
Residential Buildings
• Compliance Document for New Zealand Building Code
Energy Efficiency Clause H1, Department of Building and
Housing, Third Edition, August 2007.
• New Zealand Building Code Handbook, Department of
Building and Housing, Third Edition, September 2010.
• The New Zealand Building Regulations 1992, up to, and
including June 2007 Amendment.
Inspections
15.10 The Technical Literature, NZS 4246 and this Appraisal
must be referred to during the inspection of Novatherm
installations.
Health and Safety
16.1
Novatherm is safe to handle without protective
clothing. However, it is recommended that a dust mask and
eye protection be worn when installing the product to provide
protection from dust that may be disturbed.
Basis of Appraisal
The following is a summary of the technical investigations
carried out:
Tests
17.1
BRANZ has carried out thermal resistance testing of
Novatherm in accordance with AS/NZS 4859.1: 2002.
Other Investigations
18.1
An assessment of the durability of Novatherm has
been made by BRANZ technical experts.
18.2
The manufacturer’s Technical Literature and Installation
Instructions have been reviewed by BRANZ and found to be
satisfactory.
18.3
Site inspections have been undertaken by BRANZ to
assess the practicability of installation.
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In the opinion of BRANZ, Novatherm
Polyester Thermal Insulation is fit
for purpose and will comply with
the Building Code to the extent
specified in this Appraisal provided
it is used, designed, installed
and maintained as set out in this
Appraisal.
The Appraisal is issued only to
Insulpro Manufacturing Ltd, and is
valid until further notice, subject to
the Conditions of Appraisal.
Conditions of Appraisal
1. This Appraisal:
a) relates only to the product as described
herein;
b) must be read, considered and used in full
together with the technical literature;
c) does not address any Legislation,
Regulations, Codes or Standards, not
specifically named herein;
d) is copyright of BRANZ.
2. Insulpro Manufacturing Ltd:
a) continues to have the product reviewed by
BRANZ;
b) shall notify BRANZ of any changes in
product specification or quality assurance
measures prior to the product being
marketed;
c) abides by the BRANZ Appraisals Services
Terms and Conditions.
3. Warrants that the product and the
manufacturing process for the product are
maintained at or above the standards, levels
and quality assessed and found satisfactory
by BRANZ pursuant to BRANZ’s Appraisal
of the product.
4. BRANZ makes no representation or
warranty as to:
a) the nature of individual examples of, batches
of, or individual installations of the product,
including methods and workmanship;
b) the presence or absence of any patent or
similar rights subsisting in the product or
any other product;
c) any guarantee or warranty offered by
Insulpro Manufacturing Ltd.
5. Any reference in this Appraisal to any other
publication shall be read as a reference to
the version of the publication specified in
this Appraisal.
6. BRANZ
provides
no
certification,
guarantee, indemnity or warranty, to
Insulpro Manufacturing Ltd or any third
party.
For BRANZ
Amendment No. 1, dated 1 October 2008.
The Appraisal has been amended to update reference to NZBC Clause H1 made effective
30 September 2008.
Amendment No. 2, dated 23 December 2009.
The Appraisal has been amended to update the product range table.
Amendment No. 3, dated May 2011.
The Appraisal has been amended to remove floors and update the product range.
Amendment No. 4, dated 22 June 2011.
The Appraisal has been amended to update the product range.
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C Preston
Chief Executive
Date of issue: 31 March 2008
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Product
Novafloor is a medium density polyester fibre insulation used as an underfloor thermal
insulating material in buildings.
The insulation is pre-cut to suit a wide range of floor joist spacings.
Appraisal No.620 [ 2008 ]
BRANZ Appraisals
Technical Assessments of products
for building and construction
BRANZ
APPRAISAL
No. 620 (2008)
Amended 2 June 2011.
NOVAFLOOR
POLYESTER THERMAL
INSULATION
Insulpro Manufacturing Ltd
PO Box 204 289
Highbrook
Auckland
Tel: 09 273 2308
Fax: 09 273 2309
Insulation Helpline:
0800 100 007
Email: info@insulpro.co.nz
Web: www.insulpro.co.nz
BRANZ Limited
Private Bag 50 908
Porirua City
New Zealand
Tel: +64 4 237 1170
Fax: +64 4 237 1171
www.branz.co.nz
Scope
2.1
Novafloor has been appraised as a thermal insulation material for under floors of
buildings within the following scope:
• timber framed floors in new or existing domestic and commercial buildings; and,
• installed where the insulation remains dry during its serviceable life.
2.2
Novafloor must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s Technical
Literature to meet the stated thermal performance rating of the insulation. See Paragraph
6.1.
Building Regulations
New Zealand Building Code (NZBC)
3.1
In the opinion of BRANZ, Novafloor if designed, used, installed and maintained in
accordance with the statements and conditions of this Appraisal, will meet or contribute
to meeting the following provisions of the NZBC:
Clause B2 DURABILITY:
Performance B2.3.1(a) not less than 50 years and B2.3.1(b) 15
years. Novafloor will meet these requirements. See Paragraph 8.1.
Clause E3 INTERNAL MOISTURE:
Performance E3.3.1. Novafloor will contribute to
meeting this requirement. See Paragraph 12.1.
Clause F2 HAZARDOUS BUILDING MATERIALS:
Performance F2.3.1. Novafloor meets
this requirement and will not present a health hazard to people.
Clause H1 ENERGY EFICIENCY:
Performance H1.3.1(a) and H1.3.2 E. Novafloor will
contribute to meeting these requirements. See Paragraphs 13.1 – 13.8.
3.2
This is an Appraisal of an Acceptable Solution in terms of New Zealand Building
Code compliance. Novafloor thermal resistance (R-Value) has been determined by testing
to AS/NZS 4859.1 which is an acceptable method.
Readers are advised to check the validity of this Appraisal by referring to the Valid Appraisals listing on the BRANZ website, or by contacting BRANZ.
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Durability
Technical Specification
Serviceable Life
4.1
Novafloor is manufactured from non-woven thermally
bonded polyester fibres. The fibres are blended, carded and
thermally bonded to produce blankets, which are machine slit
to the required width and cut to length. The strips and packers
are then packed into plastic bags.
4.2
Novafloor pre-cut sizes - all strips and packers are a
nominal 55 mm in thickness and are 1.2 m in length. The strips
supplied at nominal widths to suit a wide range of floor joist
spacings. Novafloor packers are supplied at a nominal width of
200 mm.
4.3
Novafloor insulation is off-white / grey in colour and is
packaged in a clear plastic packaging.
4.4
Novafloor has a nominal R-Value of R1.4 and each
packet is supplied with labelling in compliance with AS/NZS
4859.1.
8.1
Where the building is maintained so that provisions of
the NZBC E2 and E3 Clauses are met, and where the insulation
is not crushed or exposed to conditions that will diminish its
thermal performance (e.g. moisture), then it can expect to
have a serviceable life of at least 50 years. Novafloor must be
installed in dry, protected construction spaces.
Maintenance
9.1
The building must be maintained weatherproof at all
times. If, during normal routine maintenance it is discovered that
moisture has entered the building envelope, or that dampness
has occurred because of leaking plumbing or some other
source, then that source must be repaired immediately. Wet
or damp insulation must be removed and then replaced with
new insulation of an equivalent thermal rating. Spaces must be
clean, dry and free of all contaminants and mould before fitting
new insulation. NZS 4246 Paragraph 3.3 gives guidance on
thermal insulation maintenance due to water damage.
Handling and Storage
5.1
Novafloor must be stored under cover and in dry
conditions. Heavy objects must not be stacked on the packs.
The packs must be stored in an orientation that avoids excessive
compression of the product.
5.2
In general, insulation products are sensitive to the
length of time they are stored under compression packaging.
The longer they are stored, the longer it will take for them to
recover to their natural loft after unpacking.
5.3
Although the recovery is accelerated by temperatures
above 35°C, Novafloor may not recover its full loft, and therefore
may not achieve its R-value, if it is stored for more than 6 months
in its compression pack.
Outbreak of Fire
10.1
Novafloor must be separated or protected from sources
of heat such as chimneys, fireplaces, flues and fuel burning
appliances in accordance with the requirements of NZBC
Acceptable Solution C/AS1 Part 9.
External Moisture
11.1
The total building envelope must comply with the
requirements of NZBC Clause E2 to ensure that the insulation
remains dry in use.
11.2
The moisture content of the construction materials at
the time of installing and enclosing the insulation must meet the
requirements of NZBC Acceptable Solution E2/AS1 Paragraph
11.2(a), or a lower moisture content if required by the flooring
manufacturer.
Technical Literature
6.1
Refer to the Appraisals listing on the BRANZ website
for details of the current Technical Literature for Novafloor.
The Technical Literature must be read in conjunction with
this Appraisal. All aspects of design, use, installation and
maintenance contained in the Technical Literature and within
the scope of this Appraisal must be followed.
Internal Moisture
12.1
Buildings other than Communal Non-residential,
Commercial, Industrial, Outbuildings or Ancillary buildings,
must be constructed with an adequate combination of thermal
resistance, ventilation, and space temperature provided to all
habitable spaces, bathrooms, laundries and other spaces where
moisture may be generated or may accumulate.
Design Information
General
7.1
Novafloor is designed to be used as thermal insulation
to meet the energy efficiency and other NZBC insulation
requirements, or to provide greater ratings when required by the
designer, when installed in buildings as underfloor insulation.
7.2
The building envelope must be constructed to ensure
the insulation remains dry during installation and throughout the
life of the building. Where exposed to high winds, underfloors
must be lined.
7.3
Novafloor is intended to be friction fitted between floor
joists in new or existing buildings. The strips are supplied in
sizes and thicknesses for this purpose. Novafloor must not be
mechanically fixed.
7.4
The R-value of 1.4 m2 ºC/W is designed to meet the
minimum requirements of NZS 4218.
7.5
The clearances specified in the installation instructions,
or specified by the manufacturer of heating appliances and floor
vent openings must be adhered to. This factor must be taken
into account in the assessment of compliance with NZBC Clause
H1 Energy Efficiency.
Energy Efficiency
Building Thermal Envelope
13.1
NZBC Verification Method H1/VM1 can be used for
Housing, Communal Residential, Communal Non-residential
and Commercial buildings.
Modelling of Housing and Smaller Buildings
13.2
The modelling method described in NZS 4218
Section 3.3 (as modified by NZBC Verification Method H1/VM1
Paragraphs 1.1.2 and 1.1.3) is a Verification Method for NZBC
Clause H1.3.1(a) for the following types of buildings:
a) Housing, regardless of total floor area (the method is also a
means of compliance with Clause H1.3.2 E, which applies
only to housing), and
b) Small buildings other than housing having a net lettable
area no greater than 300 m2.
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the edge of the Novafloor strip, then pressure fit the body of the
Novafloor strip hard up under the floor, folding the trailing edge
down.
15.5
Where a single joist thickness becomes a double joist
thickness, make a right angle cut and fit the Novafloor strip.
15.6
Where Novafloor is installed in a brick veneer building
or a building with ventilated cavity in walls, fit the Novafloor
sheets to the last exterior floor joist. Do not insulate over the
ventilated cavity as it may undermine air circulation and result
in excessive moisture in the wall.
15.7
A minimum 100 mm gap must be maintained between
plumbing pipe work and fittings and the Novafloor blanket in
case there are water leaks. This gap will also ensure there is
adequate access for a serviceman repairing damaged pipes and
fittings.
Inspections
Building Performance Index for Housing
13.3
Compliance with NZBC Clause H1.3.2 E (Building
Performance Index or BPI) satisfies Clause H1.3.1(a).
Modelling of Large Buildings Other Than Housing
13.4
The modelling method described in NZS 4243.1
Section 4.4 is a Verification Method for NZBC Clause H1.3.1(a)
for buildings other than Housing having a net lettable area
greater than 300 m2.
Determining Thermal Resistance
13.5
The thermal resistance (R-values) of building elements
may be verified by using NZS 4214.
The BRANZ ‘House Insulation Guide’ Third Edition provides
thermal resistances of common building elements and is based
on calculations from NZS 4214.
Building Thermal Envelope
13.6
NZBC Acceptable Solution H1/AS1 can be used for
Housing, Communal Residential, Communal Non-Residential
and Commercial buildings.
15.8
The Technical Literature must be referred to during the
inspection of Novafloor installations.
Housing and Small Buildings
13.7
Construction in accordance with NZS 4218 Sections
3.1 or 3.2 (as modified by NZBC Acceptable Solution H1/AS1
Paragraphs 2.1.3 and 2.1.4) satisfies NZBC H1.3.1 (a) for
housing of any size and all buildings having a net lettable area
no greater than 300 m2.
13.8
Construction in accordance with NZS 4218 sections
3.1 or 3.2 (as modified by NZBC Acceptable Solution H1/
AS1 Paragraphs 2.1.3 and 2.1.4) satisfies NZBC H1.3.2 E for
housing of any size, including the external walls of multi-unit
dwellings. (Note that common walls between household units
of multi-unit dwellings need not comply with NZS 4218.)
Health and Safety
16.1
Novafloor is easy to handle. NZS 4246 gives guidance
for health and safety requirements such as personal protective
clothing and installation hazard assessment.
Basis of Appraisal
The following is a summary of the technical investigations
carried out:
Tests
17.1
BRANZ has carried out thermal resistance testing of
Novafloor in accordance with AS/NZS 4859.1
Installation Information
Installation Skill Level Requirements
Other Investigations
14.1
Installation of Novafloor must be completed by an
installer with an understanding of insulation installation, in
accordance with the instructions given within the Technical
Literature, Installation Instructions and this Appraisal.
18.1
An assessment of the durability of Novafloor has been
made by BRANZ technical experts.
18.2
The manufacturer’s Technical Literature and Installation
Instructions have been reviewed by BRANZ and found to be
satisfactory.
18.3
Site inspections have been undertaken by BRANZ to
assess the practicability of installation.
General
15.1
Installation of Novafloor must be in accordance with
the manufacturer’s Technical Literature, Installation Instructions
and this Appraisal. NZS 4246 should be used as a guide for
installing insulation in residential buildings. Novafloor is not
designed to be mechanically fastened and must be cut with
specialised tooling.
15.2
The product must be installed only when the building
is enclosed and when the construction materials have achieved
the required maximum moisture content or less, to ensure the
insulation does not become wet.
15.3
Novafloor is installed by friction fitting the insulation
strips between the floor joists. A long edge of the Novafloor strip
is first held against the internal corner formed by the joist and
floor junction. The body of the Novafloor strip is then press fit
hard up under the floor. The trailing (opposite from the first long
edge) edge is folded down so that the friction fit is complete.
The folded edge can be up to 75mm long without compromising
the thermal performance of the Novafloor. There must be no
gaps between subsequent installed strips otherwise the thermal
performance will be compromised.
15.4
When fitting Novafloor into floor joist spans wider than
the Novafloor strips, place a Novafloor packer against the inside
edge of a floor joist, butt the edge of the Novafloor strip against
Quality
19.1
The manufacture of Novafloor has been examined by
BRANZ, including methods adopted for quality control. Details
of the manufacturing processes, and quality and composition
of the raw materials used were obtained and found to be
satisfactory.
19.2
Insulpro Manufacturing (NZ) Ltd is responsible for the
quality of the product supplied.
19.3
Quality of installation of the product on site is the
responsibility of the installer.
19.4
Quality of maintenance of the building to ensure the
insulation material remains dry is the responsibility of the
building owner.
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Sources of Information
•
•
•
•
•
•
AS/NZS 4859.1: 2002 Materials for the thermal insulation of buildings.
BRANZ House Insulation Guide, Third Edition 2007.
NZS 4218: 2004 Energy efficiency – housing and small building envelope.
NZS 4243: 1996 Energy efficiency – large buildings.
NZS 4246: 2006 Energy efficiency – Installing Insulation In Residential Buildings.
Compliance Document for New Zealand Building Code Energy Efficiency Clause H1,
Department of Building and Housing, Third Edition, August 2007.
• New Zealand Building Code Handbook and Approved Documents, Department of
Building and Housing May 2007.
• The New Zealand Building Regulations 1992, up to, and including June 2007
Amendment.
In the opinion of BRANZ, Novafloor
Polyester Thermal Insulation is fit
for purpose and will comply with
the Building Code to the extent
specified in this Appraisal provided
it is used, designed, installed
and maintained as set out in this
Appraisal.
The Appraisal is issued only to
Insulpro Manufacturing (NZ) Ltd,
and is valid until further notice,
subject to the Conditions of
Appraisal.
Conditions of Appraisal
1. This Appraisal:
a) relates only to the product as described
herein;
b) must be read, considered and used in full
together with the technical literature;
c) does not address any Legislation,
Regulations, Codes or Standards, not
specifically named herein;
d) is copyright of BRANZ.
2. Insulpro Manufacturing (NZ) Ltd:
a) continues to have the product reviewed by
BRANZ;
b) shall notify BRANZ of any changes in
product specification or quality assurance
measures prior to the product being
marketed;
c) abides by the BRANZ Appraisals Services
Terms and Conditions.
3. Warrants that the product and the
manufacturing process for the product are
maintained at or above the standards, levels
and quality assessed and found satisfactory
by BRANZ pursuant to BRANZ’s Appraisal
of the product.
4. BRANZ makes no representation or
warranty as to:
a) the nature of individual examples of, batches
of, or individual installations of the product,
including methods and workmanship;
b) the presence or absence of any patent or
similar rights subsisting in the product or
any other product;
c) any guarantee or warranty offered by
Insulpro Manufacturing (NZ) Ltd.
5. Any reference in this Appraisal to any other
publication shall be read as a reference to
the version of the publication specified in
this Appraisal.
6. BRANZ provides no certification, guarantee,
indemnity or warranty, to Insulpro
Manufacturing (NZ) Ltd or any third party.
For BRANZ
Amendment No. 1, dated 1 October 2008.
The Appraisal has been amended to update reference to NZBC Clause H1 made effective
30 September 2008.
Amendment No. 2, dated 2 June 2011.
The Appraisal has been amended to update cover image and Client contact details.
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P Burghout
Chief Executive
Date of issue: 8 September 2008
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