ThebestInsulation manufactures a series of marine grade insulations for thermal protection and non-combustible, structural fire applications as required for hulls, bulkheads, and decks in the shipbuilding industry.
These products are certified by the Canadian Coast Guard and the United States Coast Guard under the following headings as required by the marine industry.
Product Specifications
- Non-Corrosive Properties: will not cause or contribute to corrosion. ASTM C692, ASTM C795, ASTM C871, and NRC 1.36.
- Surface Burning Characteristics: tested in accordance with CAN4-S102 & ASTM E84.
Flame Spread .......... 5
Smoke Developed ... 0
- Products do not contain asbestos.
- Moisture Adsorption: less than 0.1% by volume when tested in accordance with ASTM C553 (Section 14) - 96 hours @ 120°F or 49°C and 95% R.H. No mildew.
- Linear Shrinkage: less than 1% at 1200°F (649°C). Heat up schedule not required.
- Resistance to Fungi/Bacteria: does not promote growth.
- Non-Wicking: less than 1% after 24 hours in water.
- Thermal Performance: ASTM C177 and NRC Values (ASTM C423 and E795).
- Noise Control: material has excellent noise reduction characteristics.
- Ease of Handling: a compatible product for ease of handling, fabricating, and installation.
- CAN/ULC - S708 (Board), CAN/ULC - S709 (Batt and Blanket)
