Neopor® от BASF

Neopor® is the latest generation of expandable polystyrene produced by BASF for the production of insulation materials with multiple applications, guaranteeing high performance, maximum energy saving and excellent living comfort.‎ Thanks to the presence of graphite particles - which give it its characteristic silver-grey colour - the raw material Neopor® guarantees exceptional thermal insulation values, offering an insulating capacity that is almost 20% better than traditional EPS.‎ These particles make it possible to absorb and reflect infrared rays, neutralising the effect of heat radiation that would negatively affect thermal conductivity.‎ NEOPOR® PEARLS ARE PROCESSED BY PARTNER TRANSFORMERS TO BECOME USABLE INSULATING PRODUCTS FOR ALL TYPES OF INSULATION REQUIRED BY A BUILDING.‎ Versatility and their own characteristics make Neopor® products ideal thermal insulators in all building sectors: external wall insulation (cladding); cavity insulation; roof insulation; internal wall insulation (counter-laminating).‎ A flexibility that, combined with careful and judicious design, allows for high thermal protection and the achievement of new goals, all the way to 'Energy House 0'.‎ In new construction and redevelopment projects, Neopor® insulation materials can be used to achieve a level of thermal insulation that increases and improves the sustainability of the building and consolidates its economic value for a long time to come.‎ PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS The thermal conductivity of the Neopor® sheet - with a density of 15 kg/m3 - is almost 20% better than that of a traditional EPS sheet.‎ The advantages of low conductivity values are many and immediately evident: less thickness for the same insulating performance, less consumption of raw materials, less waste of resources.‎ All in favour of energy saving, economic savings and environmental sustainability.‎ THE LCA (LIFE CYCLE ASSESSMENT) SHOWS THAT NEOPOR® THERMAL INSULATION COMBINES HIGH THERMAL PERFORMANCE WITH LOW ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT.‎ Neopor® products are characterised by a very low use of energy for production and consumption of environmental resources, especially in comparison with other insulation materials of different origin.‎ This is possible because it is not the consumption of raw materials that determines the highest environmental impact, but rather the production process, logistics and end-of-life phase.‎ Two of the most important phases included in the LCA are: Production phase: the energy used is substantially derived from non-renewable raw materials.‎ The amount of energy used in the production of Neopor® is negligible compared to that consumed in industrial processes for the production of any other type of insulation.‎ Recovery phase: Neopor® can be fully recovered and up to 100% recycled.‎ Waste-to-energy allows the recovery of large amounts of energy and reduces harmful emissions potentially resulting from alternative energy production.‎ LCA analysis for Neopor® sheets - values per unit volume (m3) Source: Environmental Product Declaration, (ISO 14025), EUMEPS 2011 ADVANTAGES IN CONSTRUCTION IN ADDITION TO THEIR HIGH THERMAL PERFORMANCE, NEOPOR® PRODUCTS OFFER MULTIPLE BENEFITS.‎ Versatility For all those situations where buildings need to be insulated with limited thicknesses, such as the renovation of existing buildings, Neopor® sheets with thinner thicknesses can be used, equalling the same insulating performance offered by traditional EPS with greater thicknesses.‎ Durability Resistance to ageing and rotting phenomena makes Neopor® insulation products stable, durable and capable of maintaining their properties.‎ Vapour permeability Neopor® products are vapour permeable and provide high breathability.‎ Manageability Neopor® insulation boards are lightweight and easy to handle and install.‎ Workability Neopor® products are easy to cut and shape and do not cause annoying glare when exposed to sunlight.‎ No dispersion of residues The processing of Neopor® products and their use does not cause the release of dust or fibrous particles that are harmful to health.‎ Reaction to fire Neopor® insulation materials are produced in accordance with the requirements of the European standard UNI EN 13163 and are in fire reaction class E according to DIN EN 13501-1.‎ Environmentally friendly The production of Neopor® products requires less raw material with clear advantages in terms of reduced environmental impact and eco-efficiency.‎ Recyclability Neopor® materials can be fully recovered and up to 100% recycled.‎ Further info from manufacturer on Neopor® Neopor® by BASF