POLARFOAM 7300 is being used by Architects to design buildings that are: attractive and comfortable for the occupants, inexpensive to operate and maintain, and remain so for the life of the building.
POLARFOAM 7300 insulating foam solves building insulation design problems for architects, because it combines proven thermal protection while also offering superior air barrier properties. Ideal for new or retrofit construction POLARFOAM 7300 is a spray applied cellular plastic that forms a continuous, monolithic barrier on walls, around corners, and on all contoured surfaces, and protrusions. It adheres directly to the substrate forming a seamless permanent coverage over and around even the most difficult shapes.
The POLARFOAM 7300 System is ideal for insulation either new or retrofit construction projects. Energy efficient insulating material with highest R-value rating POLARFOAM 7300 spray applied foam insulation has one of the highest R-Values per inch of any insulating material available. It eliminates heat loss through cracks, gaps, seams and joints. Energy costs are reduced and building comfort is enhanced. The National Building Code requires an air barrier for all new construction. POLARFOAM 7300 insulation material exceeds the requirements of a Type lll air barrier as proposed by the National Research Council of Canada.
POLARFOAM 7300 urethane foam is applied on the construction site, in a single, cost effective step by licensed applicators across Canada. It flows into cracks and joints, and around protusions, like brick ties forming a continuous insulating barrier. The applied cost of POLARFOAM 7300 insulation is lower than for separately applied insulation and sheet good materials. Labour costs are reduced since no extra steps are required to caulk or seal openings. Confined work areas and unusual surface shapes are no challenge for POLARFOAM 7300 foam. Its ease of application makes POLARFOAM 7300 insulation the perfect choice for airsealing work in attics, crawl spaces or other hard to reach places.
Is Spray Polyurethane Foam Safe?
Yes, cured spray polyurethane foam is relatively inert and studies indicate that SPF does not release toxic gases or leach harmful chemicals into the soil. However, during application, fumes and mists from the spraying process are created that can be harmful. The two basic chemical ingredients or compounds in all spray foam systems are diisocyanates (monomeric MDI and polymeric MDI) and polyol resins. Contact with these ingredients in vapor, liquid, or particle form can pose a number of health effects to your skin, eyes, and respiratory system. An overexposure to diisocyanates can also cause skin and respiratory sensitization. Applicators and other persons within a close proximity to the spray operation could be exposed to fumes beyond OSHA and NIOSH requirements and spills. Precautions should be made for applicators, helpers and building occupants to be protected from these fumes, mists and spills. Typically for the applicator this would include respirator, solvent resistant gloves and protective clothing. The zone where protective equipment is required can vary depending on the amount of open space and free ventilation. For example on a roof top, outside of a few feet the fumes dissipate rapidly, while in an enclosed room, fumes and mists can build. Each job should be assessed and a safety plan developed specific to the application.
