Category Archives: Construction & Insulation

LTTR Defined

Posted on January 28, 2014 by John Myers

By: John Myers, Sales Representative - Architectural Products LTTR & Published R-Value With 2014 and the changes in the Polyisocyanurate R-Values, it might be beneficial to try and better understand just how manufacturers came up with their published R-Values. Specifically, … Continue reading →

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Just How Dense Do You Need to Be?

Posted on January 13, 2014 by Tamara Middleton

By: Tamara Middleton, Sales Representative - Architectural Products ASTM C578 uses 10% deformation as it base for compression standards in EPS, including EPS roof insulation. 10% deformations is the weight at which the foam compresses to 90% of its original … Continue reading →

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Lower R-Values for Polyiso in 2014. EPS Always Remains the Same.

Posted on November 20, 2013 by Jim Nugent

By: Jim Nugent, Sales Representative - Architectural Products I am sure all of you connected to the roofing industry (architects, consultants, contractors and distributors) are well aware of the new lower Polyiso R-Values going into effect in 2014. Some of … Continue reading →

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Don’t Forget the Gloves

Posted on November 5, 2013 by Terry Meier

By: Terry Meier, Architectural Sales Representative A few years ago I decided to go skiing on what was a very cold January day. When I arrived at the ski resort I realized that I had all of my warm clothing (hat, … Continue reading →

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“Stick To It” with Foam Control EPS

Posted on November 1, 2013 by Greg Aron

By: Greg Aron, Regional Sales Manager ACH Foam Technologies’ Foam-Control EPS is often applied to various substrates with the use of adhesives. Adhesives provide a convenient method for installation of Foam-Control EPS products. However, the use of adhesives which are … Continue reading →

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