Insulation: the key to sustainable cities?

As urban populations across the globe continue to grow, the construction industry faces the challenge of building sustainable cities that can support this growth whilst meeting ambitious carbon reduction targets. Simon Storer of Insulation Manufacturers Association explains how insulation lies at the heart of the solution.

Kingspan launches A1-rated flat roof insulation

Kingspan Insulation has introduced K-Roc Flat Roof Slab 70/039, a Euroclass A1 rated insulation slab that is fully compatible with most mechanically fixed single-ply waterproofing systems.

AIM launches wall cavity barrier (Red Edition) tested to BS EN1366-4:...

Acoustic & Insulation Manufacturing (AIM) has launched a ‘Red Edition’ of its Wall Cavity Barrier range.

ITP supplies award-winning breather membrane for major hospital upgrade

Building envelope specialist ITP Ltd has supplied the award-winning Stamisol Safe One breather membrane for a major redevelopment at Churchill Hospital in Oxford.

Biorenewables Centre first to install Mayplas’ natural insulation ceiling pads

Thermapad, Mayplas’ newly launched thermal insulation product for suspended ceiling systems made from UK-grown industrial hemp, has been installed at the Biorenewables Development Centre.

SFS facilitates faster fixing of tapered insulation over steel decks with...

Ongoing investment in research and development by SFS Group Fastening Technology Ltd has brought the launch of the construction industry’s first ever adjustable fastening system for use with tapered insulation, installed over steel decking.

ThermaQuilt Ultra: YBS Insulation launches new multi-layer insulation blanket

YBS Insulation has launched ThermaQuilt Ultra, a high-performance multi-layer insulation blanket designed for diverse applications in roofs, walls and floors.

ESW achieves “massive’ improvement in heat retention, comfort & aesthetic at...

Mapei's Mapetherm Mineral Wool External Wall Insulation system has been installed as part of a Bristol City Leap pilot retrofits scheme. 

Natural insulation product for suspended ceilings launched by the Performance Technology...

Performance Technology Group business Mayplas has launched a thermal and acoustic insulation product for suspended ceiling systems made from UK-grown industrial hemp. 

Innovative sound reducing membrane part of roof system at Mayfair scheme

CMS Danskin Acoustics has supplied an innovative sound reducing underlayment, designed specifically for external use, as part of the roof systems at a new development in Mayfair.