Fiberglass
Product Description
An energy-efficient glass fiber product that ensures thermal and sound control.
Uses/Applications
Fiber glass serves a number of useful purposes, but the most important application of wool-type fiber glass is as insulation used primarily to control temperature and sound in homes, commercial buildings and industrial operations. Wool-type fibers are also used to manufacture a variety of sound-control products and insulation for air ducts, pipes, roofs, walls, floors, automobiles, mobile homes, aircraft, refrigerators, domestic cooking appliances, as well as other appliances and equipment. Available loose fill, batt and roll formats
Specifications
There are two types of fiber glass insulation: fiber glass loose-fill (blown in) insulation, and fiber glass blanket insulation. Fiber glass loose-fill insulation is available in bags. Fiber glass blanket insulation comes in batts and rolls in various densities, widths and lengths to fit the building and insulation application.
Complementary/Accessory Products
CEMEX USA sells drywall accessories including bead, tape, joint compounds, fasteners and spray textures. We stay up with ever-changing trends by carrying new and innovative materials.
Product Technical Information
Thermal Performance - Installed R-value When insulating a home, it is important to get the R-value specified by the local energy code or the Department of Energy recommendations. It's also important that the product provide long-lasting thermal performance. For more information on insulation recommendations for a specific area, contact the local building department or the local gas or electric utility for their recommendation.
While R-value "per inch" is promoted by some manufacturers, the overall R-value installed is what counts. Our fiber glass insulation products come in R-values ranging from R-11 to R-38 for fiber glass batts and rolls. Fiber glass insulation can be blown in an attic to nearly any R-value. More R-value alternatives provide greater flexibility in meeting code energy requirements in your area.
Product Benefits (Economic, Environmental and Social)
Fiber glass insulation is a cost-effective, energy-saving product that saves money for individuals and businesses through lower utility bills while increasing the comfort levels for all building occupants.
While the energy savings from fiber glass insulation are significant, so are the environmental benefits. By making buildings more energy efficient, fiber glass insulation helps reduce the amount of fossil fuel combustion needed to heat and cool homes, businesses, and factories. That, in turn, decreases the amount of carbon dioxide emitted into the atmosphere. Because carbon dioxide is one of the principal "greenhouse gases" contributing to global warming, insulation plays a significant role in protecting the environment.
Additional Information
Drywall is one of the most versatile building products available. It is used to line internal walls and ceilings in homes, offices, factories, hospitals, shops, and schools - all buildings. Some other names for drywall are gypsum, wallboard and sheetrock.
Mineral Wool
Product Description
The physical and chemical properties of mineral wool insulation, also known as rock and slag wool, are major factors in their utility. Because the fibers are non-combustible and have melting temperatures in excess of 1800-2000º F, they are used to prevent the spread of fire. As a primary constituent of ceiling tile and sprayed fire proofing, rock and slag wool products supply fire protection, as well as sound control and attenuation.
The excellent thermal resistance of these wools is a major factor in their use as residential and commercial insulation, pipe and process insulation, insulation for ships, mobile homes, domestic cooking appliances, and a wide variety of other applications. In addition, the use of rock and slag wool as a horticultural growing medium has increased in recent years.
Uses/Applications
Sound attenuation fire blankets used for high sound control and fire retardance.
Complementary/Accessory Products
CEMEX USA sells drywall accessories including bead, tape, joint compounds, fasteners and spray textures. We stay up with ever-changing trends by carrying new and innovative materials.
Occupational Health Information
As with any product capable of producing airborne dust, concerns regarding the health and safety effects of rock and slag wool are understandable. However, few materials have been studied as extensively as mineral wool. The weight of scientific research confirms that these materials are safe to manufacture, install and use when manufacturers' recommended work practices are followed.
Product Benefits
Rock and slag wool insulation products play a significant energy-savings role by reducing energy use in homes, office buildings, businesses and manufacturing plants. Insulating to proper economically efficient levels helps our homes and businesses use substantially less energy.
Additional Information
Drywall is one of the most versatile building products available. It is used to line internal walls and ceilings in homes, offices, factories, hospitals, shops, and schools - all buildings. Some other names for drywall are gypsum, wallboard and sheetrock.
Reflective Insulation
Rigid Foam
Safing (Fire blanket)
Sound Blanket
