EnerSpan® Insulation
EnerSpan is a moulded graphite polystyrene (GPS) rigid foam insulation that gives maximum efficiency, cost-effectiveness and sustainability to your insulation projects. EnerSpan is manufactured using Neopor® provided by BASF, a graphite-enhanced raw material that reduces radiation heat transfer resulting in higher thermal resistance (R-value) compared to standard CAN ULC S701.1, Type 1 EPS insulation.
With an R-value of 4.7 per inch, EnerSpan helps you achieve your desired R-value with a thinner board. EnerSpan insulation is easy to work with and install, and consistently delivers the highest true R-value performance over time. This high-performing insulation is breathable, while the closed-cell structure does not support the growth of mold, while adapting to all climate zones.
Available in 2x8 ft. and 4x8 ft., 2 ft. high bundles
Thicknesses of ¾, 1, 1 ½, 2, 2 ½ , 3, 3 ½ , 4 inches, Plus special order sizes and thickness to meet job
- Easy to cut and install
- Meets all building code requirements
- Closed cell insulation
- No Thermal Drift
- Compressive Resistance of 10 psi
- A True R-value of 4.7 per inch
- Resistant to moisture
- Uses up to 30% less material than other rigid foam insulation to achieve the same R-value, saving on building materials and installation labor
- Thinner boards are needed to reach the desired R-value than others so the same effect is achieved with less material
Material Properties of EnerSpan® Insulation
Material Property | Units | CAN/ULC-S701 Type | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 2 | 3 | ||
Thermal Resistance Minimum RSI per 25mm (inch) ASTM C518 |
m2 • 0C/W (ft2•h•0F/BTU) |
0.82 (4.7) |
0.82 (4.7) |
0.82 (4.7) |
Compressive Resistance Minimum @ 10% Deformation ASTM D1621 |
kPa (psi) |
70 (10) |
110 (16) |
170 (25) |
Flexural Strength Minimum ASTM C203 |
kPa (psi) |
170 (25) |
240 (35) |
300 (44) |
Water Vapour Permeance Maximum ASTM E96 |
ng/(Pa.s.m2) (Perms) |
300 (5.2) |
200 (3.5) |
130 (2.25) |
Water Absorption Maximum ASTM D2842 |
% By Volume | 6.0 | 4.0 | 2.0 |
Dimensional Stability Maximum, 7 Days @ 70± 2℃ (158±40F) ASTM D2126 |
% Linear Change | 1.5 | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Limiting Oxygen Index Minimum ASTM D2863 |
% | 24 | 24 | 24 |
Surface Burning Characteristics Classification or Rating CAN/ULC S102.2 |
Flame Spread Smoke Developed |
220 over 500 |
PIB 207 - Recognition of CCMC Product Evaluations
PIB 219 - Environmental Issues Related to EPS Manufacture
PIB 226 - NRCan EnerGuide Rating System
PIB 293 - EnerSpan M-24 Insulation Board
PIB 297 - Drying Potential of EPS and XPS Insulation Exposed to Environmental Cycling
PIB 304 - EnerSpan Insulation Material Properties for CAN_ULC-S701 Types
PIB 306 - SDS - Plasti-Fab EPS Products for Construction Applications
PIB 312 - EnerSpan and DuroSpan GPS Insulation - Intertek CCRR-1033
PIB 351 - Vancouver Building Code Bylaw 11748 - EnerSpan and EnerSpan HD Insulation Options
PIB 353 - Canadian Certification Listings for EnerSpan and DuroSpan GPS Insulation
PIB 360 - EnerSpan Insulation and XPS Insulation per CAN_ULC-S701.1-2017