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SECTION 07 2100
THERMAL INSULATION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Extruded polystyrene foam-plastic board insulation (under concrete slabs-on-grade and
at foundation walls).
2. Rigid cellular polystyrene geofoamStructural polyurethane insulation (at the main stair
plinth).
3. Glass-fiber blanket insulation.
4. Spray-applied, low-expansion, open cell polyurethane foam insulation (for miscellaneous
voids and cavity spaces up to 1 inch).
5. Spray-applied, closed cell polyurethane foam insulation (for miscellaneous voids and
cavity spaces over 1 inch).
B. Related Requirements:
1. Section 01 8113 “Sustainable Design Requirements” for general requirements and
procedures for compliance with certain USGBC LEED prerequisites and credits.
2. Section 04 2000 “Unit Masonry” for cavity wall insualtion.
3. Section 06 7100 “Composite Framing Support (CFS) Systems” for mineral-wool board
insulation installed with composite framing.
4. Section 07 1113 “Bituminous Dampproofing” for extruded polystyrene foam-plastic board
insulation installed with dampproofing.
5. Section 07 2616.13 “Under-Slab Vapor Retarders” for below-grade vapor retarders under
concrete slabs-on-grade.
6. Section 07 2715 “Non-Bituminous Self-Adhering Sheet Air Barriers" for polyurethane
foam sealant for filling gaps in perimeter frame surfaces of windows, curtain walls,
storefronts, and doors.
7. Section 07 2726 "Fluid-Applied Membrane Air Barriers" for polyurethane foam sealant for
filling gaps in perimeter frame surfaces of windows, curtain walls, storefronts, and doors.
8. Section 07 5419 "Polyvinyl-Chloride (PVC) Roofing" for polyisocyanurate foam-plastic
board insulation specified as part of roofing construction.
9. Section 07 8413 “Penetration Firestopping" for insulation used as part of a penetration
firestopping system.
10. Section 07 8443 "Joint Firestopping" for insulation used as part of a perimeter or joint
firestopping system.
11. Section 08 4413 “Glazed Aluminum Curtain Walls” for mineral-wool board insulation
installed with glazed aluminum curtain-walls.
12. Section 09 2900 "Gypsum Board" for sound attenuation blanket used as acoustic
insulation in gypsum board assemblies.
13. Section 09 8113 “Acoustic Board Insulation” for glass-fiber acoustic board insulation.
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1.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS
A. Make Submittals in accordance with Section 01 3300 “Submittal Procedures.”
B. Product Data: For the following:
1. Extruded polystyrene foam-plastic board insulation.
2. Glass-fiber blanket insulation
3. Spray-applied, low-expansion, open cell polyurethane foam insulation.
4. Spray-applied, closed cell polyurethane foam insulation.
C. Sustainable Design Submittals:
1. Environmental Product Declaration (EPD): Provide manufacturers’ product
documentation for each product having an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD).
a. Documentation should confirm EPD conforms with ISO 14205 EN 15804 or ISO
21930.
b. EPD shall have at least Cradle to Gate scope.
c. Complete "LEED Materials Documentation Sheet" with MRc2 information for each
product having an EPD.
2. Recycled Content: Provide manufacturers’ product documentation that includes recycled
content claims for the products contributing towards compliance. Claims must conform to
the definition in ISO 14021-1999, Environmental Labels and Declarations, Self-Declared
Environmental Claims.
a. Complete "LEED Materials Documentation Sheet" with MRc3 Option 2 information
for products with recycled content installed in the building.
3. Health Product Declaration (HPD): Provide manufacturers’ product documentation for
each product having a publically available material inventory down to at least 0.1 percent
or 1000 ppm.
a. Documentation should be in the form of one of the following:
1) A publically available inventory of all ingredients identified by name and
Chemical Abstract Service Registration Number (CASRN).
2) A published, complete Health Product Declaration in compliance with the
Health Product Declaration open Standard.
3) Material Health Certificate or Cradle to Cradle Certification under standard
version 3 or later with a Material Health Achievement level at the Bronze
level or higher.
4) A Declare product label indicating that all ingredients have been evaluated
and disclosed down to 1000 ppm.
5) Cradle to Cradle Material Health Certificate at the Bronze Level or higher.
b. Complete "LEED Materials Documentation Sheet" with MRc2 information for each
product having an EPD.
4. Insulation: Provide manufacturers' or third-party certification of testing to and compliance
with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Standard method v1.2-2017 that
includes the following information:
a. The exposure scenario used to determine compliance.
b. The range of total VOCs after 14 days, measured as specified in the CDPH
Standard Method v1.2:
1) 0.5 mg/m^3 or less;
2) Between 0.5 and 5.0 mg/m^3; or
3) 5.0 mg/m^3 or more.
c. Laboratory accreditation under ISO/IEC 17025.
d. Claims of compliance for wet-applied products must state the amount applied in
mass per surface area.
e. Complete "LEED Materials Documentation Sheet" with IEQc2 information for
insulation installed within the waterproofing membrane.
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1.4 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS
A. Product Test Reports: For each product, for tests performed by a qualified testing agency.
B. Research Reports: For foam-plastic insulation, from ICC-ES.
1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Protect insulation materials from physical damage and from deterioration due to moisture,
soiling, and other sources. Store inside and in a dry location. Comply with manufacturer's
written instructions for handling, storing, and protecting during installation.
B. Protect foam-plastic board insulation as follows:
1. Do not expose to sunlight except to necessary extent for period of installation and
concealment.
2. Protect against ignition at all times. Do not deliver foam-plastic board materials to Project
site until just before installation time.
3. Quickly complete installation and concealment of foam-plastic board insulation in each
area of construction.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 LEED REQUIREMENTS
A. Environmental Product Declaration (EPD): Provide products with Third Party Environmental
Product Declaration (EPD) whenever available.
B. Recycled Content: Provide products with the maximum recycled content possible. Minimum
recycled content 20 percent.
C. Health Product Declaration (HPD): Provide products with publically available material
inventories whenever available.
D. Insulation: Insulation products must be tested and determined compliant in accordance with
California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Standard Method v1.2-2017, using the
applicable exposure scenario. The default scenario if the private office scenario.
2.2 EXTRUDED POLYSTYRENE FOAM-PLASTIC BOARD INSULATION
A. Extruded Polystyrene Board Insulation, Type VI: ASTM C578, Type VI, 40-psi minimum
compressive strength.
1. Flame-Spread Index: Not more than 25 when tested in accordance with ASTM E84.
2. Smoke-Developed Index: Not more than 450 when tested in accordance with
ASTM E84.
3. Labeling: Provide identification of mark indicating R-value of each piece of insulation 12
inches and wider in width.
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2.3 RIGID CELLULAR POLYSTYRENE GEOFOAMSTRUCTURAL POLYURETHANE
INSULATION
A. Rigid Cellular Polystyrene Geofoam: ASTM D 6817, Type EPS 39, 2.40-lb/cu. ft. density, 15-psi
compressive strength at 1 percent deformation; 40-psi compressive strength at 10 percent
deformation.
1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, manufacturers offering
products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to the
following or equal:
a. AFM Corporation.
b. DiversiFoam Products.
c. Stadium Seating Enterprises, Inc.
A. Structural Polyurethane Insulation:
1. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide
LAST-A-FOAM R-9300 Rigid Polyurethane Foam by General Plastics Manufacturing
Company or equal.
2.4 GLASS-FIBER BLANKET INSULATION
A. Glass-Fiber Blanket Insulation, Unfaced: ASTM C665, Type I; passing ASTM E136 for
combustion characteristics.
1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, manufacturers offering
products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to the
following or equal:
a. CertainTeed Corporation.
b. Guardian Building Products, Inc.
c. Johns Manville.
d. Knauf Insulation.
e. Owens Corning.
2. Flame-Spread Index: Not more than 25 when tested in accordance with ASTM E84.
3. Smoke-Developed Index: Not more than 50 when tested in accordance with ASTM E84.
2.5 SPRAY-APPLIED, LOW-EXPANSION, OPEN CELL POLYURETHANE FOAM INSULATION
A. Low-Pressure, Spray-Applied Polyurethane Foam (LP-SPF): One-component, low-expansion,
low-pressure, open cell polyurethane foam, complying with AAMA 812.
1. Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, products that may be incorporated
into the Work include, but are not limited to the following or equal:
a. The Dow Chemical Company; GREAT STUFF PRO™ Window & Door Insulating
Foam Sealant.
b. Fomo Products, Inc.; Handi-Seal® Window & Door Sealant.
c. Hilti USA; CF 812 Window & Door Pro, Low-Pressure Filler Foam.
2. Thermal Resistance: R-4 per inch.
3. Density: 1.5- to 2.0-lb/cu. ft.
4. Fire Rating: Flame-spread index of 25 or less according to ASTM E 84.
5. VOC Content: 250 g/L or less.
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2.6 SPRAY-APPLIED, CLOSED CELL POLYURETHANE FOAM INSULATION
A. Spray-Applied, Closed Cell Polyurethane Foam (SPFI): Two-component, closed cell
polyurethane foam insulation, complying with ASTM C 1029.
1. Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, products that may be incorporated
into the Work include, but are not limited to the following or equal:
a. Commercial Thermal Solutions, Inc.; Tiger Foam™ E-84 Fast Rise Formula Spray
Foam Kit, Product No. TF600FR or No. TF200FR.
b. RHH Foam Systems, Inc.; Versi-Foam® Systems 1, 9, 15 and 50, Class 1
Disposable Foam Kits.
c. The Dow Chemical Company; Dow FROTH-PAK Foam Insulation.
2. Thermal Resistance: R-6 per inch (ASTM C 518).
3. Density: 1.75- to 2.0-lb/cu. ft.
4. Fire Rating: Flame-spread index of 25 or less according to ASTM E 84.
5. VOC Content: 0 g/L.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 PREPARATION
A. Clean substrates of substances that are harmful to insulation, including removing projections
capable of puncturing insulation or vapor retarders, or that interfere with insulation attachment.
3.2 INSTALLATION, GENERAL
A. Comply with insulation manufacturer's written instructions applicable to products and
applications.
B. Install insulation that is undamaged, dry, and unsoiled and that has not been left exposed to ice,
rain, or snow at any time.
C. Install insulation with manufacturer's R-value label exposed after insulation is installed.
D. Extend insulation to envelop entire area to be insulated. Fit tightly around obstructions and fill
voids with insulation. Remove projections that interfere with placement.
E. Provide sizes to fit applications and selected from manufacturer's standard thicknesses, widths,
and lengths. Apply single layer of insulation units unless multiple layers are otherwise shown or
required to make up total thickness or to achieve R-value.
F. Board Insulation: Seal joints between insulation units by applying adhesive, mastic, or sealant
to edges of each insulation board to form a tight seal as insulation boards are set in place. Fill
voids in completed installation with adhesive, mastic, or sealant as recommended by insulation
manufacturer.
3.3 INSTALLATION OF SLAB INSULATION
A. Extruded Polystyrene Board Insulation:
1. On vertical slab edge and foundation surfaces, set insulation units using manufacturer's
recommended adhesive according to manufacturer's written instructions.
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2. On horizontal surfaces, loosely lay insulation units according to manufacturer's written
instructions. Stagger end joints and tightly abut insulation units.
3.4 INSTALLATION OF FOUNDATION WALL INSULATION
A. Extruded Polystyrene Board Insulation: Thermal insulation installed with dampproofing is
specified in Section 07 1113 “Bituminous Dampproofing.”
B. Extruded Polystyrene Board Insulation: Thermal insulation not installed with dampproofing.
1. Butt panels together for tight fit.
2. Install with adhesive according to manufacturer's written instructions.
3.5 INSTALLATION OF INSULATION IN FRAMED CONSTRUCTION
A. Blanket Insulation: Install in cavities formed by framing members according to the following
requirements:
1. Use insulation widths and lengths that fill the cavities formed by framing members. If
more than one length is required to fill the cavities, provide lengths that will produce a
snug fit between ends.
2. Place insulation in cavities formed by framing members to produce a friction fit between
edges of insulation and adjoining framing members.
3. Maintain 3-inch clearance of insulation around recessed lighting fixtures not rated for or
protected from contact with insulation.
4. For metal-framed wall cavities where cavity heights exceed 96 inches:
a. Support unfaced blankets mechanically using insulation retaining straps. Hold
insulation in place by securing metal wire or metal straps within metal studs,
spaced at intervals recommended in writing by insulation manufacturer to hold
insulation securely in place and prevent sagging.
B. Miscellaneous Voids: Install insulation in miscellaneous voids and cavity spaces where
required to prevent gaps in insulation using the following materials:
1. Spray Polyurethane Insulation: Apply according to manufacturer's written instructions.
a. For small gaps (up to 1 inch), provide spray-applied, low-expansion, open cell
polyurethane foam insulation. Apply according to manufacturer's written
instructions.
b. For large gaps (over 1 inch), provide 2-part spray-applied, closed cell polyurethane
foam insulation. Apply according to manufacturer's written instructions.
3.6 PROTECTION
A. Protect installed insulation from damage due to harmful weather exposures, physical abuse,
and other causes.
B. Provide temporary coverings or enclosures where insulation is subject to abuse and cannot be
concealed and protected by permanent construction immediately after installation.
END OF SECTION