What is Tripolymer?
Tripolymer foam insulation is a hybrid belonging to one of the
oldest groups of synthetically produced thermosetting plastics.
Phenolics, as they are referred to, were first synthesized in
1907 in the form of Bakelite. Today, phenolic plastics are well
known for their durability, structural integrity, and
extraordinary fire resistance. Phenolic plastics are used in
electronics, automobiles, machine parts, fire-proof coatings,
adhesives, tools, and thousands of other commercial and
household items. When made into a foam insulation, phenolics
are one of the safest and most efficient thermal and acoustical
insulation products available.
Until now it has been nearly
impossible to inject foam insulation into an existing structure.
Using our innovative process we can do this quickly and
economically without the noxious formaldehyde present in other
insulating products. All of the work is done outside so we don’t
need to drill holes in your interior walls and we can avoid
major reconstruction that was once necessary.
The Tripolymer system for masonry block
core-fill is the most cost-effective way to increase the thermal
performance of block construction. The total thermal resistance is
more than doubled that of conventional block insulation products.
Tripolymer block fill can be easily and efficiently installed in new
or existing masonry construction, either during construction or upon
completion by a pressure filling the cavity.
Tripolymer meets the mandatory
requirements and codes for heat loss factor (U value) for wall
structures adopted by many State and Federal Agencies. It is
important to note that the heat loss is reduced through the mortar
joints as well as the block. This is not the case with block
inserts. Another plus is that Tripolymer is more cost-effective than
core inserts or pour-in products.
Injection foam is also the perfect
solution for brick veneer applications. Tripolymer can be injected
between the brick veneer and cement blocks during construction. The
application hose is dropped to the bottom of the cavity and
withdrawn as the foam fills the cavity. As soon as the cavity is
filled, it can be sealed. The foam reduces infiltration and fills
all voids and cracks while easily flowing around all obstructions
and is considerably less expensive than rigid types of insulation.
