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Home » Keywords: » R-value

Items Tagged with 'R-value'

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Kingspan said the new vacuum insulation panel addresses the growing demand for energy-efficient roofing solutions in new-build and retrofit applications with limited construction depth.
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Kingspan Launches OPTIM-R E, Encapsulated Vacuum Insulation Panel

Vacuum-insulated roofing system achieves optimum thermal performance in tight spaces without increasing roof height
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Roofing Contractor Staff
April 28, 2025
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Kingspan Insulation North America introduces OPTIM-R E, a durable, ultra-thin vacuum insulation panel delivering an R-Value of 34.2 per inch for space-limited projects.


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HD polyiso cover boards enhance roof durability, thermal performance and installation efficiency.
Guest Essay

HD Polyiso Cover Boards: High-Density for Superior Roof Protection

Advantages for maximizing roof protection and performance
Justin Koscher, president of the Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association (PIMA)
Justin Koscher
February 7, 2025
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Want to know about cover boards, or expand your understanding of their role in roofing? Learn from Justin Koscher, PIMA's president, about how cover boards with insulation can save time and money on the job.
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Johns Manville’s new ENRGY 3 HD Cover Board (pictured).
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JM Rolls Out New ENRGY 3 HD Cover Board

Company touts superior strength at desirable weight
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Roofing Contractor Staff
July 24, 2024
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Johns Manville says its new ENRGY 3 HD cover board is 85% lighter than gypsum and offers superior R-value, strength, damage resistance, plus easier handling.


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Tubos Expands Line to Include 5-Inch Diameter Vent Pipe Extension

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Roofing Contractor Staff
May 29, 2024
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Patented Tubos pipe extensions are now available in 2-, 3-, 4- and 5-inch diameters to accommodate most common vent stack sizes, saving time on the roof.


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polyiso roof insulation boards

How Thick is Too Thick When Installing Polyiso Roof Insulation?

The answer may seem obvious, but understanding the reasons why are important to a roof's integrity
Marcin Pazera Ph.D.
May 20, 2024
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Polyiso roof insulation boards offer energy efficiency and versatility for commercial roofing; different thicknesses cater to various needs and codes, and multi-layered installation is key for performance and stability.
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GAF EnergyGuard Non-Halogenated Polyiso

April 7, 2023
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GAF EnergyGuard NH Polyiso offers excellent thermal value and is free of potentially hazardous flame retardant chemicals, making it better for the environment.


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How Polyiso Can Help Keep Your Commercial Space Warmer and Energy Bill Lower

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Rachael DeMeio
March 21, 2023
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Easy to install and more energy efficient than comparable products, polyiso is better, cleaner and more cost-effective living through science. 


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Mule-Hide Products Co. Expands Availability of Spray Polyurethane Foam Roofing Systems Nationwide

September 27, 2022
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Mule-Hide's systems have been rolled out nationally to meet growing demand for roof restorations that both extend a roofing system’s useful life and enhance the building’s energy efficiency.


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PIMA’s Expanded QualityMark Certification Program Achieves Milestones in First Year of Implementation

July 20, 2022
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PIMA's expanded program now includes third-party verification of thermal resistance values (R-values) for full thickness products independently selected from distribution locations.


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Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association

PIMA Launches Redesigned Website to Promote Benefits of Polyiso Insulation

February 25, 2020
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Roofing contractors can visit the updated polyiso.org for information on building codes, applications and AIA CEU courses related to polyiso insulation products.


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