PlastiSpan®
PlastiSpan Insulation is a Type 1, moulded expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation with an R-value of 3.75 per inch and compressive resistance of 10 psi. PlastiSpan is a versatile insulation product that can be used in a wide range of applications.
PlastiSpan EPS is a closed cell, rigid foam plastic insulation that maintains its R-value for the life of the product. When applied as continuous insulation over foundations, walls and roofs, PlastiSpan insulation is a cost-effective solution that eliminates thermal bridging, increasing your total R-value. By increasing your energy efficiency with PlastiSpan insulation, you will effectively reduce your heating and cooling costs.
PlastiSpan Insulation is code listed with CCMC 12424-L and meets the requirements of CAN ULC S701.1, Type 1.
- Available in 2x8 ft, 4x8 ft; 2 ft high bundles
- 1, 1 ½, 2, 2 ½, 3 in. Thicknesses with Special order sizes available upon request
- Meets all building codes for above & below grade
- Most cost-effective insulation per R-value
- Thermal resistance - RSI 0.65/25 mm (R-value 3.75/inch)
- Closed cell insulation resists moisture
- Compressive Resistance: 10 psi
- Easy to cut and install
- Maintains R-value
- Increases energy efficiency for reduced heating and cooling costs
- Can be used in Retrofit & new construction
Material Properties of PlastiSpan® Insulation
Material Property | Test Method | Units | Property Values |
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Thermal Resistance Minimum RSI per 25mm (R per inch) |
ASTM C518 |
m2 • 0C/W (ft2•h•0F/BTU) |
0.65 (3.75) |
Compressive Resistance Minimum @ 10% Deformation |
ASTM D1621 |
kPa (psi) |
70 (10) |
Flexural Strength Minimum |
ASTM C203 |
kPa (psi) |
170 (25) |
Water Vapour Permeance Maximum |
ASTM E96 |
ng/(Pa.s.m2) (Perms) |
300 (5.0) |
Water Absorption Maximum |
ASTM D2842 |
% By Volume | 6.0 |
Oxygen Index Minimum |
D2863 | volume % | 24 |
Density Minimum |
C303 | pcf | 0.90 |
Thermal Resistance for Some Common Thicknesses | |||
---|---|---|---|
Millimeters | RSI | Inches | R-Value |
19 | 0.49 | 3/4" | 2.81 |
25 | 0.65 | 1" | 3.75 |
38 | 0.98 | 1 1/2" | 5.63 |
50 | 1.30 | 2" | 7.50 |
75 | 1.95 | 3" | 11.25 |
Other Standard & Custom thicknesses available upon request. Standard sizes range from; 2x4,2x8,4x4,4x8. |
PIB 203 - PlastiSpan Insulation in Soil Applications
PIB 205 - PlastiSpan Insulation - NBC 2005 and 2010 Insulating Sheathing Requirements
PIB 206 - PlastiSpan and PlastiSpan HD Insulating Sheathing Installation Requirements - 2012 OBC
PIB 207 - Recognition of CCMC Product Evaluations
PIB 211 - PlastiSpan Insulation - CAN_ULC-S701.1, Type 1 Material Properties
PIB 216 - 07 21 00 - Thermal Insulation - PlastiSpan Insulation
PIB 217 - 07 22 16 - Roof and Deck Insulation - PlastiSpan Insulation
PIB 224 - PlastiSpan Insulation for Ice Rink Applications
PIB 226 - NRCan EnerGuide Rating System
PIB 228 - PlastiSpan M-24 Insulation Board
PIB 231 - Canadian Certification Listings for Plasti-Fab Insulation
PIB 234 - Plasti-Fab EPS Insulation Performance Properties
PIB 239 - PlastiSpan Insulation as a Roof Assembly Component
PIB 240 - PlastiSpan and DuroFoam Insulation - LEED Point Distribution
PIB 254 - PlastiSpan Insulation and Metal Roof Deck Assemblies
PIB 264 - Canadian Building Code Requirements for EPS Insulation
PIB 266 - GREENGUARD Certification Listings for Plasti-Fab EPS Insulation
PIB 267 - CCMC Evaluation Listing 12424-L
PIB 269 - ICC-ES Evaluation Report ESR-1587 - PlastiSpan Insulation
PIB 272 - PlastiSpan Insulation - Exterior Foundation Application
PIB 274 - PlastiSpan M-Drainage Insulation Board
PIB 282 - PlastiSpan Insulation for Exterior Insulating Sheathing per NBC 2010
PIB 284 - NBC 2010 - PlastiSpan Insulation for Interior Basement Applications
PIB 285 - PlastiSpan Insulation and XPS Insulation per CAN_ULC-S701.1-2017
PIB 292 - PlastiSpan ZONE ONE Exterior Insulating Sheathing per 2012 OBC
PIB 297 - Drying Potential of EPS and XPS Insulation Exposed to Environmental Cycling
PIB 306 - SDS - Plasti-Fab EPS Products for Construction Applications
PIB 317 - 2012 BCBC - PlastiSpan Insulation for Interior Basement Applications
PIB 318 - Vancouver Building Code Bylaw No 11748 - PlastiSpan and PlastiSpan HD Insulation Options
PIB 337 - 2012 BCBC - PlastiSpan Insulation Used as Insulating Sheathing
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