FIRST
RESIDENTIAL FIBERGLASS SPRAY-ON SYSTEM
The ULTRAFIT-DS® wall system
is unique in that it combines ULTRAFIT-DS® a specially designed fiberglass
insulation, with an inorganic water-activated powdered adhesive, which
is sprayed into the wall cavity forming a seamless blanket of insulation
in sidewalls. Because the system creates a monolithic seal in all the sidewalls,
it significantly reduces costly voids and air gaps.
HOMEOWNERS AND BUILDERS BENEFIT
Nearly 50% of all wall cavities in
today's homes contain some type of obstruction; i.e. wiring, pipes, electrical
boxes, etc., along with non-standard framing in width and height. In response
to these changes in construction, Guardian Fiberglass developed the ULTRAFIT-DS®
wall system which conforms to all shapes and sizes of wall cavities and
fills in and around all wall obstructions. Each customized, one-piece batt
is created on the job-site for a perfect fit everytime.
Homeowners enjoy a comfortable environment
that an ULTRAFIT-DS® home provides along with the savings of a more
energy efficient home. Less energy produced from fossil fuels is required,
helping our environment. And builders can be proud that they have provided
the best insulation system available for their home buyers.
INSTALLATION
Only qualified contractors approved
by Guardian Fiberglass may install and market the ULTRAFIT-DS®
wall system. Any installation of fiberglass insulation using the ULTRAFIT-DS®
wall system must be done in accordance to all products label instructions,
as set forth by Guardian Fiberglass, Inc. as determined by its testing,
to achieve the stated values listed in the coverage charts below.
R-VALUE INFORMATION
Insulation is specified by its thermal
resistance or R-value. "R" means resistance to heat flow. The higher the
R-value, the greater the insulating power. Savings will vary. Consult the
insulation seller's fact sheet on R-values.
DETERMINING THE R-VALUE YOU NEED
The amount of insulation you need
depends mainly on climate, type of heating (gas, oil, electricity) you
use, and the area of the house you plan to insulate.
The U.S. Department of Energy has
established minimum recommended insulation R-values for eight distinct
parts of the country, or insulation zones. To determine your insulation
zone, locate your city or town on the map. If you live on the border between
two zones, choose the higher rather than the lower values.*
*Local building codes may vary.
COMPLIANCES:
- TYPE 1, ASTM C1014-88 and ASTM
C764
- Noncombustible - as determined
by ASTM E136
- Noncorrosive
- Surface burning characteristics
in accordance with ASTM E84:
- Flame spread index of 25 or
less
- Smoke developed 50 or less
- Thermal Resistance values determined
in accordance with ASTM C518
- Inorganic - Does not promote fungus
growth in accordance with ASTM C665
- Contains NO Asbestos
BENEFITS OF THE ULTRA FIT
DS® SYSTEM:
- TYPICALLY, 2-3 TIMES MORE FIBERGLASS
IN YOUR WALLS
Most homes today utilize 3-1/2"
blanket insulation in the walls which has significantly less fiberglass.
- ULTRA FIT
DS® CONTAINS WATER-ACTIVATED POWDERED ADHESIVE
This inorganic powdered adhesive,
when water-activated, automatically bonds the fibers together creating
a monolithic blanket of insulation in side wall applications.
- REDUCED AIR INFILTRATION
ULTRA FIT
DS® systems' unique
application and increased density of fiberglass, eliminates gaps
and voids significantly reducing air infiltration.
- IMPROVED R-VALUES
The increased density of fiberglass
in the ULTRA FIT DS®
system delivers higher R-values when compared to standard R-11, R-13
or R-19 batt insulation.
- EXCELLENT SOUND CONTROL
Small gaps or voids in the insulation
can reduce its effectiveness as a sound control device. Due to the custom
monolithic installation of the ULTRA FIT
DS® system, it provides excellent noise control properties.
- NONCORROSIVE
ULTRA FIT
DS® system
does not contain any chemicals or additives that are conducive to corrosion
of pipes or wires.
- NONFLAMMABLE AND NONCOMBUSTIBLE
The ULTRA FIT
DS® system using ULTRA FIT
DS® fiberglass insulation meets Federal Specification
HHI-1030B testing criteria for smoldering combustion and ASTM E136 for
noncombustion.
- PEST RESISTANT
The ULTRA FIT
DS® system is manufactured with pure glass fibers and water-activated
powdered adhesive made from inorganic materials which will not attract
insects or pests.
GUARDIAN FIBERGLASS
1000 East North Street
Albion, Michigan 49224
Tel: 1-800-914-4439
|