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SECTION 07 21 00

REFLECTIVE INSULATION

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** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Covertech Fabricating, Inc.; Reflective Insulation products.
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This section is based on the products of Covertech Fabricating, Inc., which is located at:
279 Humberline Dr.
Etobicoke, ON, Canada M9W 5T6
Toll Free Tel: 800-837-8961
Tel: 416-798-1340
Fax: 416-798-1342
Email: request info ()
Web: www.rfoil.com
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Covertech Fabricating Inc. is a manufacturer of extruded film (both Co-Ex and Monolayer) as well as an industry leader in the manufacturing and distribution of Reflective Insulation and Protective Packaging products.
Established in 1990, Covertech produces and distributes quality solutions from our modern 107,000 sq. ft. facility in Toronto, Canada
rFOIL Insulation utilizes reflective technology which is made from metalized film and air bubbles that requires an airspace facing one foil side of the product to work as designed. When installed properly, rFOIL helps to ensure that homes stay comfortable and energy efficient year round.
rFOIL's unique construction is specially designed to reduce radiant heat gain or loss in Residential, Commercial and HVAC applications. The Bubble core and the metalized film (outer layer) provide the perfect combination of heat reflection and thickness that outperform other materials which rely on mass (thickness) for their thermal values and performance.
rFOIL is recognized for its thermal performance, easy installations, versatility and environmental friendliness. It offers a number of advantages over traditional insulations.

1 GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Edit items below required for project.

1.1.1 Reflective Insulation in exterior walls, floors, ceilings, attics, crawl spaces and roofs.

1.1.2 Reflective house wrap.

1.1.3 Radiant heating reflective insulation.

1.1.4 Reflective vapor barrier.

1.1.5 Under carpet concrete barrier foil.

1.1.6 Duct wrap.

1.1.7 Metalized foil tape.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.

1.2.1 Section 04 20 00 - Unit Masonry.

1.2.2 Section 04 40 00 - Stone Assemblies .

1.2.3 Section 05 40 00 - Cold-Formed Metal Framing.

1.2.4 Section 06 10 00 - Rough Carpentry.

1.2.5 Section 07 40 00 - Roofing and Siding Panels.

1.2.6 Section 07 42 13 - Metal Wall Panels.

1.2.7 Section 07 51 16 - Built-Up Coal Tar Roofing.

1.2.8 Section 07 53 29 - Polyisobutylene Roofing.

1.2.9 Section 07 52 00 - Modified Bituminous Membrane Roofing.

1.2.10 Section 07 91 26 - Joint Fillers.

1.2.11 Section 09 26 13 - Gypsum Veneer Plastering.

1.2.12 Section 23 07 19 - HVAC Piping Insulation

1.3 REFERENCES

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section.

1.3.1 ASTM C 335 - Standard Test Method for Steady-State Heat Transfer Properties of Pipe Insulation.

1.3.2 ASTM C 411 - Standard Test Method for Hot-Surface Performance of High-Temperature Thermal Insulation.

1.3.3 ASTM C 1149 - Standard Specification for Self-Supported Spray Applied Cellulosic Thermal Insulation

1.3.4 ASTM C 1224 - Standard Specification for Reflective Insulation for Building Applications.

1.3.5 ASTM C 1258 - Standard Test Method for Elevated Temperature and Humidity Resistance of Vapor Retarders for Insulation.

1.3.6 ASTM C 1313 - Standard Specification for Sheet Radiant Barriers for Building Construction Applications.

1.3.7 ASTM C 1338 - Standard Test Method for Determining Fungi Resistance of Insulation Materials and Facings.

1.3.8 ASTM C 1363 - Standard Test Method for Thermal Performance of Building Materials and Envelope Assemblies by Means of a Hot Box Apparatus.

1.3.9 ASTM C 1371 - Standard Test Method for Determination of Emittance of Materials Near Room Temperature Using Portable Emissometers.

1.3.10 ASTM E 84 - Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials.

1.3.11 ASTM E 96 - Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Transmission of Materials; 2000.

1.3.12 ASTM E 903 - Standard Test Method for Solar Absorptance, Reflectance, and Transmittance of Materials Using Integrating Spheres.

1.3.13 ASTM D 2261 - Standard Test Method for Tearing Strength of Fabrics by the Tongue (Single Rip) Procedure (Constant-Rate-of-Extension Tensile Testing Machine).

1.3.14 ASTM D 3310 - Standard Test Method for Determining Corrosivity of Adhesive Materials.

1.3.15 CAN/ULC-S102-10 - Standard Method Of Test For Surface Burning Characteristics Of Building Materials And Assemblies.

1.3.16 CAN/CGSB - 51.33-M89 - Vapour Barrier Sheet, Excluding Polyethylene, for Use in Building Construction.

1.3.17 NFPA 286 - Standard Methods of Fire Tests For Evaluating Contribution of Wall and Ceiling Interior Finish to Room Fire Growth

1.4 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

1.4.1 Radiant Barriers:

1.4.1.1 Surface Emittance - ASTM C 1371

1.4.1.2 Water Vapor Transmission - ASTM E 96

1.4.1.3 Surface Burning - Flame Spread- ASTM E 84-09

1.4.1.4 Smoke Density- ASTM E 84-09

1.4.1.5 Corrosivity - ASTM D 3310

1.4.1.6 Tear Resistance - ASTM D 2261

1.4.1.7 Adhesive Performance

1.4.1.8 Bleeding - ASTM C 1313

1.4.1.9 Pliability - ASTM C 1313

1.4.1.10 Mold and Mildew - ASTM C 1338

1.4.1.11 Tensile Strength - ASTM D 2261

1.4.2 Reflective Insulation

1.4.2.1 Emittance - ASTM C 1371

1.4.2.2 Thermal Performance - ASTM C 1363

1.4.2.3 Surface Burning - Flame Spread - ASTM E 84-09

1.4.2.4 Smoke Density- ASTM E 84-09

1.4.2.5 Water Vapor Transmission - ASTM E 96

1.4.2.6 Temperature/Humidity Resistance - ASTM C 1258

1.4.2.7 Bleeding and Delamination - ASTM C 1224

1.4.2.8 Pliability - ASTM C 1224

1.4.2.9 Fungi Resistance - ASTM C 1338

1.4.2.10 Tearing Strength - ASTM D 2261

1.4.2.11 Corrosivity - ASTM D 3310

1.4.3 Reflective duct insulation

1.4.3.1 Surface Burning- Flame Spread - ASTM E 84-09

1.4.3.2 Smoke Development - ASTM E 84-09

1.4.3.3 Temperature Exposure - ASTM C 411

1.4.3.4 Test Method for steady-state Heat Transfer Properties of Pipe insulation - ASTM C 335

1.4.3.5 Water Vapor Transmission - ASTM E 96

1.4.3.6 Emittance - ASTM C 1371

1.4.3.7 Temperature/Humidity Resistance - ASTM C 1258

1.4.3.8 Bleeding and Delamination - ASTM C 1224

1.4.3.9 Pliability - ASTM C 1224

1.4.3.10 Fungi Resistance - ASTM C 1338

1.4.4 Certifications

1.4.4.1 ICC - ES Evaluation Report - ESR -1236

1.4.4.2 CSTB- Avis Technique 20/04-55*01 Mod

1.4.4.3 State of California- Thermal Insulation Manufacture - license

1.4.4.4 Rima International Verification Program For North America

1.5 SUBMITTALS

1.5.1 Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements.

1.5.2 Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:

1.5.2.1 Preparation instructions and recommendations.

1.5.2.2 Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.

1.5.2.3 Installation methods.

1.5.3 Verification Samples: For each finish product specified, two samples, minimum size 6 inches (150 mm) square, representing actual product, color, and patterns.

1.5.4 Manufacturer's Certificates: Certify products meet or exceed specified requirements.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.6.1 Manufacturer Qualifications: Company specializing in factory production of reflective insulation of the types specified with a minimum 10 years documented experience.

1.6.2 Installer Qualifications: Company specializing in installation of reflective insulation of the types specified with a minimum 5 years documented experience.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include a mock-up if the project size and/or quality warrant taking such a precaution. The following is one example of how a mock-up on a large project might be specified. When deciding on the extent of the mock-up, consider all the major different types of work on the project.

1.6.3 Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of surface preparation techniques and application workmanship.

1.6.3.1 Finish areas designated by Architect.

1.6.3.2 Do not proceed with remaining work until workmanship, color, and sheen are approved by Architect.

1.6.3.3 Refinish mock-up area as required to produce acceptable work.

1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

1.7.1 Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging with labeling intact including material name, production date and product code, until ready for installation.

1.7.2 Protect insulation from physical damage and from becoming wet, soiled, or covered with ice or snow.

1.8 SEQUENCING

1.8.1 Ensure that products of this section are supplied to affected trades in time to prevent interruption of construction progress.

1.9 PROJECT CONDITIONS

1.9.1 Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits recommended by manufacturer for optimum results. Do not install products under environmental conditions outside manufacturer's absolute limits.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Manufacture's 20 year limited warranty is available for rFoil 1300 Series, rFoil 1600 Series, rFoil 1800 Series, rFoil 2200 Series, rFoil 2260 Series, rFoil 2280 Series, rFoil 2290 Series, rFoil 2500 Series, rFoil 2600 Series, rFoil 3800 Series, rFoil 4800 Series, and rFoil 6500 Series products. Include those specified and delete those not applicable.

1.10 WARRANTY

1.10.1 Provide with the manufacturer's 20 year limited warranty.

2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

2.1.1 Acceptable Manufacturer: Covertech Fabricating, Inc., which is located at: 279 Humberline Dr.; Etobicoke, ON, Canada M9W 5T6; Toll Free Tel: 800-837-8961 ; Tel: 416-798-1340; Fax: 416-798-1342; Email: request info (); Web: www.rfoil.com

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs; coordinate with requirements of Division 1 section on product options and substitutions.

2.1.2 Substitutions: Not permitted.

2.1.3 Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Edit the following paragraphs as required and applicable to project requirements. Delete the paragraphs that are not applicable.

2.2 APPLICATIONS/SCOPE

2.2.1 Cathedral Ceiling (Under Joists)

2.2.1.1 Description: rFoil Reflective Insulation, double layer of polyethylene bubbles sandwiched between two highly reflective surfaces.

2.2.1.2 Features:

2.2.1.2.1 Class 1 / Class A Fire Rating

2.2.1.2.2 Unaffected by moisture and controls condensation

2.2.1.2.3 Double bubble provides an effective thermal break

2.2.1.2.4 96 percent. Reflectivity for optimal thermal performance

2.2.1.2.5 Radiant barrier and vapor barrier all-in-one

2.2.1.3 Product Number / Size Under Joists:

2.2.1.3.1 2220-48-125 / 48 inches by 125 feet.

2.2.1.3.2 2220-72-125 / 72 inches by 125 feet.

2.2.1.3.3 2220-72-102 / 72 inches by 102 feet.

2.2.1.4 Type: Square Edge, under joists

2.2.1.5 Physical Properties

2.2.1.5.1 Nominal Thickness: 5/16 inch.

2.2.1.5.2 Fire Rating:

2.2.1.5.3 ASTM E 84-09, Class 1 / Class A

2.2.1.5.4 CAN/ULC-S102-10, Flame Spread = 0 / Smoke Developed = 10

2.2.1.5.5 Fire Rating - Full Room Burn: NFPA 286, Passes

2.2.1.5.6 Emissivity: ASTM C 1371-04a, 0.04

2.2.1.5.7 Reflectivity: ASTM E 903, 0.96

2.2.1.5.8 Water Vapor Permeability: ASTM E 96, 0.02 Perms

2.2.1.5.9 Resistance to Fungi and Bacteria: ASTM C 1149, Does Not Promote Growth

2.2.1.5.10 Pliability: ASTM C 1224-03, No Cracking

2.2.1.5.11 Bleeding and Delamination: ASTM C 1224-03, No Bleeding Or Delamination

2.2.1.5.12 Corrosiveness: ASTM D 3310-00, Passes

2.2.1.6 Accessories:

2.2.1.6.1 rFoil Tape: 15013 or 15012 (Reflective)

2.2.2 Cathedral Ceiling Staple Tab (Between Joists)

2.2.2.1 Description: rFoil Between Joists Reflective Insulation, double layer of polyethylene bubbles sandwiched between two highly reflective surfaces.

2.2.2.2 Features:

2.2.2.2.1 Class 1 / Class A Fire Rating

2.2.2.2.2 Unaffected by moisture and controls condensation

2.2.2.2.3 Single bubble provides an effective thermal break

2.2.2.2.4 96 percent. Reflectivity for optimal thermal performance

2.2.2.2.5 Radiant barrier and vapor barrier all-in-one

2.2.2.3 Product Number / Size between joists:

2.2.2.3.1 2222-16-075 / 16 inches by 75 feet.

2.2.2.3.2 2222-24-075 / 24 inches by 75 feet.

2.2.2.3.3 2222-16-125 / 16 inches by 125 feet.

2.2.2.3.4 2222-18-125 / 18 inches by 125 feet.

2.2.2.3.5 2222-24-125 / 24 inches by 125 feet.

2.2.2.4 Type: Staple Tab, between joists

2.2.2.5 Physical Properties

2.2.2.5.1 Nominal Thickness: 3/16 inch.

2.2.2.5.2 Fire Rating:

2.2.2.5.3 ASTM E 84-09, Class 1 / Class A

2.2.2.5.4 Fire Rating - Full Room Burn: NFPA 286, Passes

2.2.2.5.5 Emissivity: ASTM C 1371-04a, 0.04

2.2.2.5.6 Reflectivity: ASTM E 903, 0.96

2.2.2.5.7 Water Vapor Permeability: ASTM E 96, 0.37 Perms

2.2.2.5.8 Resistance to Fungi and Bacteria: ASTM C 1149, Does Not Promote Growth

2.2.2.5.9 Pliability: ASTM C1224-03, No Cracking

2.2.2.5.10 Bleeding and Delamination: ASTM C 1224-03, No Bleeding Or Delamination

2.2.2.5.11 Corrosiveness: ASTM D 3310-00, Passes

2.2.3 Crawl Space R-16 (Between Joists)

2.2.3.1 Description: rFoil Between Joists Reflective Insulation, double layer of polyethylene bubbles sandwiched between two highly reflective surfaces.

2.2.3.2 Features:

2.2.3.2.1 Class 1 / Class A Fire Rating

2.2.3.2.2 Unaffected by moisture and controls condensation

2.2.3.2.3 Single bubble provides an effective thermal break

2.2.3.2.4 96 percent reflectivity for optimal thermal performance

2.2.3.2.5 Radiant barrier and vapor barrier all-in-one

2.2.3.3 Product Number / Size between joists:

2.2.3.3.1 2222-16-075 / 16 inches by 75 feet.

2.2.3.3.2 2222-24-075 / 24 inches by 75 feet.

2.2.3.3.3 2222-16-125 / 16 inches by 125 feet.

2.2.3.3.4 2222-18-125 / 18 inches by 125 feet.

2.2.3.3.5 2222-24-125 / 24 inches by 125 feet.

2.2.3.4 Type: Staple Tab, between joists

2.2.3.5 Physical Properties

2.2.3.5.1 Nominal Thickness: 3/16 inch.

2.2.3.5.2 Fire Rating:

2.2.3.5.3 ASTM E 84-09, Class 1 / Class A