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INSIDE:

EDUCATION ABOUT SPRAY FOAM BOOK 1

Go to www.spf.bayermaterialscience.comto learn more about the competitive advantages

of spray polyurethane foam.

DOWNLOAD:Product Datasheets

SpecificationsProject Profiles

Material Safety Data Sheets

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Condensation within the Building Envelope

Air leakage, by far, has the potential to move more water vapor

Spray foam

spray foam are

Closed-cell foam

or more.

SPRAY FOAMIS THE ANSWER

TM

A t BaySystems, we’re dedicated to helping you build and sustain your business. We’ve created this series

of educational books to help you learn more so you can sell more spray foam. Your success is our business, and we’re here to help you every step of the way.

BaySystems manufactures spray foam wall insulation, roofing spray foam insulation, and a full line of specialty coatings that are used for thermal and moisture protection, roofing, waterproofing, abrasion resistance, and other applications. BaySystems products enhance the total building envelope to provide sustainability, durability, energy efficiency, and improved occupant comfort.

For more information go to www.BaySystemsSpray.com

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Condensation within the Building Envelope

Air leakage, by far, has the potential to move more water vapor

Spray foam

spray foam are

Closed-cell foam

or more.

t Bayer MaterialScience, we’re dedicated to helping you build and sustain your business. We’ve created this series of educational books to help you learn more so you can sell more spray foam. Your success is our business, and we’re here to help you every step of the way. Bayer MaterialScience manufactures spray foam wall insulation, roofing spray foam insulation, and a full line of specialty coatings that are used for thermal and moisture protection, roofing, waterproofing, abrasion resistance, and other applications. Bayer MaterialScience products enhance the total building envelope to provide sustainability, durability, energy eciency, and improved occupant comfort.

For more information go to www.spf.bayermaterialscience.com

A

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SPORES

WATER

FOODOXYGEN &

TEMPERATURE

Spray foam is not a

SPF systems

Spray foam

MoldGrowth

CONDITIONSFOR MOLD GROWTH

Mold spores are always in the air

Mold spores require three conditions to proliferate:

Mold growth is prevented by removing one of the conditions

BaysealTM Spray foam provides a continuous, protective air barrier that practically eliminates air leakage, the leading cause of building energy waste.

Spray Foam Insulation:

When Customers Ask:

WHYSPRAYFOAM?Answer:

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BaysealTM Spray foam provides a continuous, protective air barrier that practically eliminates air leakage, the leading cause of building energy waste.

Spray Foam Insulation:

When Customers Ask:

WHYSPRAYFOAM?Answer:

SPORES

WATER

FOODOXYGEN &

TEMPERATURE

Spray foam is not a

SPF systems

Spray foam

MoldGrowth

CONDITIONSFOR MOLD GROWTH

Mold spores are always in the air

Mold spores require three conditions to proliferate:

Mold growth is prevented by removing one of the conditions

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WATER VAPOR & MOLD GROWTH

Condensation

Water in the building envelope…

“ Of all the environmental conditions, moisture poses the biggest threat to structural integrity and durability, accounting for up to 89% of damage in building envelopes.”

Water vapor is a hitchhiker carried into the building envelope by air leakage

Air can

Bomberg, M. and W. Brown, Construction Canada 35(1) 1993, pp 15-18, “Building Envelope and Environmental Control: Part 1 – Heat, Air and Moisture Interactions”

Closed-cell SPF in wall cavity applications has increased racking strength to 330 - 400% in NAHB tests.

THE STRUCTURAL ADVANTAGES OF SPRAY FOAM

TM

Racking strength studies show spray foam can add significant

structural strength to walls.

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Closed-cell SPF in wall cavity applications has increased racking strength to 330 - 400% in NAHB tests.

THE STRUCTURAL ADVANTAGES OF SPRAY FOAM

TM

Racking strength studies show spray foam can add significant

structural strength to walls.WATER VAPOR & MOLD GROWTH

Condensation

Water in the building envelope…

“ Of all the environmental conditions, moisture poses the biggest threat to structural integrity and durability, accounting for up to 89% of damage in building envelopes.”

Water vapor is a hitchhiker carried into the building envelope by air leakage

Air can

Bomberg, M. and W. Brown, Construction Canada 35(1) 1993, pp 15-18, “Building Envelope and Environmental Control: Part 1 – Heat, Air and Moisture Interactions”

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Gaps and voids are common during fiberglass installation

-15%-20%

-14%-19%

-11%

-17%

SPRAY FOAM VS. FIBERGLASS

Infante et al., Thermal Insulation, Materials and Systems for Energy Conservation, in the ‘80s, p 341Christian, Jefferey, et al. The Whole Wall Thermal Performance Calculator - On the Net.

Proceedings, Thermal Performance of the Exterior Envelopes of Buildings VII, Atlanta, GA, ASHRAE, Dec., 1998

SPRAY FOAM ELIMINATES AIR LEAKS

Small voids of 1-2% at the end of fiberglass batt insulation can result in a 25-40% reduction of R-value due to air leakage.

Spray polyurethane foam seals the building envelope to create an optimal energy-efficient environment.

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SPRAY FOAM ELIMINATES AIR LEAKS

Small voids of 1-2% at the end of fiberglass batt insulation can result in a 25-40% reduction of R-value due to air leakage.

Spray polyurethane foam seals the building envelope to create an optimal energy-efficient environment.

Gaps and voids are common during fiberglass installation

-15%-20%

-14%-19%

-11%

-17%

SPRAY FOAM VS. FIBERGLASS

Infante et al., Thermal Insulation, Materials and Systems for Energy Conservation, in the ‘80s, p 341Christian, Jefferey, et al. The Whole Wall Thermal Performance Calculator - On the Net.

Proceedings, Thermal Performance of the Exterior Envelopes of Buildings VII, Atlanta, GA, ASHRAE, Dec., 1998

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AIR INFILTRATIONAir infiltration, in essence, bypasses insulation. It transfers heat by the gross flow of air between the exterior and interior. THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

Air intrusion occurs when air enters the insulation from the exterior and exits back to the exterior.THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

AIR INTRUSION

MOISTURE ACCUMULATIONMoisture accumulation within insulation materials will reduce that insulation’s R-value, contributing to heat loss/gain.THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

Geistbrecht and Proskiw, ASTM STP 904 “An Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Air Leakage Sealing,” Philadelphia, 1987, pp 312-322

Penetrations

14%

31%

4%

11%

10%

2%

13%

15%

Doors

BaysealTM closed-cell spray polyurethane foam effectively blocks the three primary and three secondary mechanisms of heat transfer.

SPRAY FOAM &MOISTURE

Only closed-cell spray foam is classified as an “acceptable flood resistant material” by FEMA.

Fiberglass batt and blanket insulation are classified “UNACCEPTABLE.”

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SPRAY FOAM &MOISTURE

Only closed-cell spray foam is classified as an “acceptable flood resistant material” by FEMA.

Fiberglass batt and blanket insulation are classified “UNACCEPTABLE.”

AIR INFILTRATIONAir infiltration, in essence, bypasses insulation. It transfers heat by the gross flow of air between the exterior and interior. THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

Air intrusion occurs when air enters the insulation from the exterior and exits back to the exterior.THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

AIR INTRUSION

MOISTURE ACCUMULATIONMoisture accumulation within insulation materials will reduce that insulation’s R-value, contributing to heat loss/gain.THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

Geistbrecht and Proskiw, ASTM STP 904 “An Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Air Leakage Sealing,” Philadelphia, 1987, pp 312-322

Penetrations

14%

31%

4%

11%

10%

2%

13%

15%

Doors

BaysealTM closed-cell spray polyurethane foam effectively blocks the three primary and three secondary mechanisms of heat transfer.

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CONDUCTIONConduction is the transfer of heat within an object or between two objects in contact. THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

RADIATION

CONVECTION CONVECTION LOOPIN THE WALLREDUCES

UPLIFTWIND Unvented attic with closed-cell spray foam

resists roof uplift during high wind events.

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REDUCES

UPLIFTWIND Unvented attic with closed-cell spray foam

resists roof uplift during high wind events.

CONDUCTIONConduction is the transfer of heat within an object or between two objects in contact. THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

RADIATION

CONVECTION CONVECTION LOOPIN THE WALL

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HEAT TRANSFER &SPRAY FOAM

R-value alone is NOT the answer!

1. CONDUCTION2. CONVECTION3. RADIATION

4. AIR INFILTRATION5. AIR INTRUSION6. MOISTURE ACCUMULATION

R-value, the traditional measure of an insulation’s effectiveness, measures only ONE of these six mechanisms. Spray polyurethane foam effectively prevents or blocks all six heat transfer methods.

MECHANISMS OFHEAT TRANSFER

REDUCES SOUNDTRANSMISSIONS

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REDUCES SOUNDTRANSMISSIONS

HEAT TRANSFER &SPRAY FOAM

R-value alone is NOT the answer!

1. CONDUCTION2. CONVECTION3. RADIATION

4. AIR INFILTRATION5. AIR INTRUSION6. MOISTURE ACCUMULATION

R-value, the traditional measure of an insulation’s effectiveness, measures only ONE of these six mechanisms. Spray polyurethane foam effectively prevents or blocks all six heat transfer methods.

MECHANISMS OFHEAT TRANSFER

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BaysealTM spray polyurethane foam contributes to healthy buildings by reducing air leakage thereby preventing condensation within the envelope.

HEALTHY BUILDINGS BaysealTM spray polyurethane foam contributes to healthy buildings by reducing air leakage thereby preventing condensation within the envelope.

HEALTHY BUILDINGS

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BaysealTM spray polyurethane foam contributes to healthy buildings by reducing air leakage thereby preventing condensation within the envelope.

HEALTHY BUILDINGS BaysealTM spray polyurethane foam contributes to healthy buildings by reducing air leakage thereby preventing condensation within the envelope.

HEALTHY BUILDINGS

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REDUCES SOUNDTRANSMISSIONS

HEAT TRANSFER &SPRAY FOAM

R-value alone is NOT the answer!

1. CONDUCTION2. CONVECTION3. RADIATION

4. AIR INFILTRATION5. AIR INTRUSION6. MOISTURE ACCUMULATION

R-value, the traditional measure of an insulation’s effectiveness, measures only ONE of these six mechanisms. Spray polyurethane foam effectively prevents or blocks all six heat transfer methods.

MECHANISMS OFHEAT TRANSFER

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HEAT TRANSFER &SPRAY FOAM

R-value alone is NOT the answer!

1. CONDUCTION2. CONVECTION3. RADIATION

4. AIR INFILTRATION5. AIR INTRUSION6. MOISTURE ACCUMULATION

R-value, the traditional measure of an insulation’s effectiveness, measures only ONE of these six mechanisms. Spray polyurethane foam effectively prevents or blocks all six heat transfer methods.

MECHANISMS OFHEAT TRANSFER

REDUCES SOUNDTRANSMISSIONS

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REDUCES

UPLIFTWIND Unvented attic with closed-cell spray foam

resists roof uplift during high wind events.

CONDUCTIONConduction is the transfer of heat within an object or between two objects in contact. THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

RADIATION

CONVECTION CONVECTION LOOPIN THE WALL

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CONDUCTIONConduction is the transfer of heat within an object or between two objects in contact. THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

RADIATION

CONVECTION CONVECTION LOOPIN THE WALLREDUCES

UPLIFTWIND Unvented attic with closed-cell spray foam

resists roof uplift during high wind events.

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SPRAY FOAM &MOISTURE

Only closed-cell spray foam is classified as an “acceptable flood resistant material” by FEMA.

Fiberglass batt and blanket insulation are classified “UNACCEPTABLE.”

AIR INFILTRATIONAir infiltration, in essence, bypasses insulation. It transfers heat by the gross flow of air between the exterior and interior. THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

Air intrusion occurs when air enters the insulation from the exterior and exits back to the exterior.THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

AIR INTRUSION

MOISTURE ACCUMULATIONMoisture accumulation within insulation materials will reduce that insulation’s R-value, contributing to heat loss/gain.THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

Geistbrecht and Proskiw, ASTM STP 904 “An Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Air Leakage Sealing,” Philadelphia, 1987, pp 312-322

Penetrations

14%

31%

4%

11%

10%

2%

13%

15%

Doors

BaysealTM closed-cell spray polyurethane foam effectively blocks the three primary and three secondary mechanisms of heat transfer.

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AIR INFILTRATIONAir infiltration, in essence, bypasses insulation. It transfers heat by the gross flow of air between the exterior and interior. THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

Air intrusion occurs when air enters the insulation from the exterior and exits back to the exterior.THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

AIR INTRUSION

MOISTURE ACCUMULATIONMoisture accumulation within insulation materials will reduce that insulation’s R-value, contributing to heat loss/gain.THE SPRAY FOAM ADVANTAGE:

Geistbrecht and Proskiw, ASTM STP 904 “An Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Air Leakage Sealing,” Philadelphia, 1987, pp 312-322

Penetrations

14%

31%

4%

11%

10%

2%

13%

15%

Doors

BaysealTM closed-cell spray polyurethane foam effectively blocks the three primary and three secondary mechanisms of heat transfer.

SPRAY FOAM &MOISTURE

Only closed-cell spray foam is classified as an “acceptable flood resistant material” by FEMA.

Fiberglass batt and blanket insulation are classified “UNACCEPTABLE.”

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SPRAY FOAM ELIMINATES AIR LEAKS

Small voids of 1-2% at the end of fiberglass batt insulation can result in a 25-40% reduction of R-value due to air leakage.

Spray polyurethane foam seals the building envelope to create an optimal energy-efficient environment.

Gaps and voids are common during fiberglass installation

-15%-20%

-14%-19%

-11%

-17%

SPRAY FOAM VS. FIBERGLASS

Infante et al., Thermal Insulation, Materials and Systems for Energy Conservation, in the ‘80s, p 341Christian, Jefferey, et al. The Whole Wall Thermal Performance Calculator - On the Net.

Proceedings, Thermal Performance of the Exterior Envelopes of Buildings VII, Atlanta, GA, ASHRAE, Dec., 1998

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Gaps and voids are common during fiberglass installation

-15%-20%

-14%-19%

-11%

-17%

SPRAY FOAM VS. FIBERGLASS

Infante et al., Thermal Insulation, Materials and Systems for Energy Conservation, in the ‘80s, p 341Christian, Jefferey, et al. The Whole Wall Thermal Performance Calculator - On the Net.

Proceedings, Thermal Performance of the Exterior Envelopes of Buildings VII, Atlanta, GA, ASHRAE, Dec., 1998

SPRAY FOAM ELIMINATES AIR LEAKS

Small voids of 1-2% at the end of fiberglass batt insulation can result in a 25-40% reduction of R-value due to air leakage.

Spray polyurethane foam seals the building envelope to create an optimal energy-efficient environment.

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Closed-cell SPF in wall cavity applications has increased racking strength to 330 - 400% in NAHB tests.

THE STRUCTURAL ADVANTAGES OF SPRAY FOAM

TM

Racking strength studies show spray foam can add significant

structural strength to walls.WATER VAPOR & MOLD GROWTH

Condensation

Water in the building envelope…

“ Of all the environmental conditions, moisture poses the biggest threat to structural integrity and durability, accounting for up to 89% of damage in building envelopes.”

Water vapor is a hitchhiker carried into the building envelope by air leakage

Air can

Bomberg, M. and W. Brown, Construction Canada 35(1) 1993, pp 15-18, “Building Envelope and Environmental Control: Part 1 – Heat, Air and Moisture Interactions”

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WATER VAPOR & MOLD GROWTH

Condensation

Water in the building envelope…

“ Of all the environmental conditions, moisture poses the biggest threat to structural integrity and durability, accounting for up to 89% of damage in building envelopes.”

Water vapor is a hitchhiker carried into the building envelope by air leakage

Air can

Bomberg, M. and W. Brown, Construction Canada 35(1) 1993, pp 15-18, “Building Envelope and Environmental Control: Part 1 – Heat, Air and Moisture Interactions”

Closed-cell SPF in wall cavity applications has increased racking strength to 330 - 400% in NAHB tests.

THE STRUCTURAL ADVANTAGES OF SPRAY FOAM

TM

Racking strength studies show spray foam can add significant

structural strength to walls.

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BaysealTM Spray foam provides a continuous, protective air barrier that practically eliminates air leakage, the leading cause of building energy waste.

Spray Foam Insulation:

When Customers Ask:

WHYSPRAYFOAM?Answer:

SPORES

WATER

FOODOXYGEN &

TEMPERATURE

Spray foam is not a

SPF systems

Spray foam

MoldGrowth

CONDITIONSFOR MOLD GROWTH

Mold spores are always in the air

Mold spores require three conditions to proliferate:

Mold growth is prevented by removing one of the conditions

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SPORES

WATER

FOODOXYGEN &

TEMPERATURE

Spray foam is not a

SPF systems

Spray foam

MoldGrowth

CONDITIONSFOR MOLD GROWTH

Mold spores are always in the air

Mold spores require three conditions to proliferate:

Mold growth is prevented by removing one of the conditions

BaysealTM Spray foam provides a continuous, protective air barrier that practically eliminates air leakage, the leading cause of building energy waste.

Spray Foam Insulation:

When Customers Ask:

WHYSPRAYFOAM?Answer:

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Condensation within the Building Envelope

Air leakage, by far, has the potential to move more water vapor

Spray foam

spray foam are

Closed-cell foam

or more.

t Bayer MaterialScience, we’re dedicated to helping you build and sustain your business. We’ve created this series of educational books to help you learn more so you can sell more spray foam. Your success is our business, and we’re here to help you every step of the way. Bayer MaterialScience manufactures spray foam wall insulation, roofing spray foam insulation, and a full line of specialty coatings that are used for thermal and moisture protection, roofing, waterproofing, abrasion resistance, and other applications. Bayer MaterialScience products enhance the total building envelope to provide sustainability, durability, energy eciency, and improved occupant comfort.

For more information go to www.spf.bayermaterialscience.com

A

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Condensation within the Building Envelope

Air leakage, by far, has the potential to move more water vapor

Spray foam

spray foam are

Closed-cell foam

or more.

SPRAY FOAMIS THE ANSWER

TM

A t BaySystems, we’re dedicated to helping you build and sustain your business. We’ve created this series

of educational books to help you learn more so you can sell more spray foam. Your success is our business, and we’re here to help you every step of the way.

BaySystems manufactures spray foam wall insulation, roofing spray foam insulation, and a full line of specialty coatings that are used for thermal and moisture protection, roofing, waterproofing, abrasion resistance, and other applications. BaySystems products enhance the total building envelope to provide sustainability, durability, energy efficiency, and improved occupant comfort.

For more information go to www.BaySystemsSpray.com

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INSIDE:

EDUCATION ABOUT SPRAY FOAM BOOK 1

Go to www.spf.bayermaterialscience.comto learn more about the competitive advantages

of spray polyurethane foam.

DOWNLOAD:Product Datasheets

SpecificationsProject Profiles

Material Safety Data Sheets

2400 Spring Stuebner Rd.Spring, TX 773891 800 221 3626Tel. 281 350 9000Fax 281 288 6450

www.spf.bayermaterialscience.com

©2011 Bayer MaterialScience. All rights reserved.

FMBK1 1/11