Insulati o n

CI/SfB
(27.9) Rn7 M2
Third Issue May 2018

Flooring System
NEXT GENERATION INSULATION SOLUTION FOR FLOORS

l Optimum performance rigid

vacuum insulation panel with a
declared thermal conductivity of
0.007 W/m.K
l Insulating performance up to five
times better than commonly used
insulation materials
l Ideal for constructions where
a lack of construction depth or
space is an issue
l Certified by BDA Agrément®* and
LABC Registered Details
l Vacuum insulation panels are
over 90% (by weight) recyclable
l Resistant to the passage of
water vapour
l Ideal for new build and
refurbishment
l Non–deleterious material

Low Energy –
Low Carbon Buildings
Introduction Design Service

The Problem
When constructing a floor in new build situations or replacing The Kingspan Flooring System comprises
a floor in existing buildings there may be a requirement for 2 elements: Kingspan panels and Kingspan
both low U–values and the thinnest possible floor build–up. flex infill strips. It comes with a supporting
For new–build applications, there are increasing regulatory design service which ensures the ratio of Kingspan
requirements and economic reasons to improve energy panels to Kingspan flex
efficiency. One of the more efficient approaches is to improve for each project is maximised. The panel layout will be
the thermal performance of the building fabric whilst keeping designed quickly and effectively, ready for client approval.
the overall construction as thin as possible. There are already Each layout will illustrate the size, number and location of the
high performance insulation products available that will fulfil Kingspan panels. It will also illustrate the size,
some of these requirements, however in certain areas, for number and location of any Kingspan flex
example where the design requirements are such, a new, strips required.
thinner, product is needed. Examples of a typical design layout can be seen in Figures
In refurbishment there is arguably a greater need to keep 1 & 2.
floor build–ups as thin as possible. With space at a premium, For more details please contact the Kingspan Insulation
there may be little room for installing new floor insulation. Technical Service Department (see rear cover).
Greater thicknesses of floor insulation will necessitate the
removal of a greater depth of material and may mean ground
floor door lintels, radiators and skirting boards etc, all need to
be raised. This could add to the cost and time of installing a Kingspan
replacement concrete floor.

The Solution
The Kingspan Flooring System has been
developed to help solve these problems. The Kingspan
Kingspan
Flooring System is an optimum performance
flex
next generation insulation solution from Kingspan Insulation.
It comprises of rigid vacuum insulation panels with a
microporous core which is evacuated, encased and sealed
in a thin, gas–tight envelope, giving outstanding thermal
conductivity, and providing the thinnest possible solution
to insulation problems. The vacuum insulation panels are
accompanied by rigid thermoset insulation infill panels which
can be used where the remaining dimension to infill is below Figure 1: A typical terraced property with a solid concrete ground
based floor
300 mm or can be cut to fit around problem areas such as
penetrations or load bearing walls.

In retrofit applications, the Kingspan Flooring Kingspan

System provides solutions for areas that previously would
have remained un–insulated because of insufficient space
available or because the excavation of material is impractical.
In new constructions the Kingspan Flooring
System can significantly enhance U–values in areas that would
GARAGE
otherwise be accepted as denigrating the overall thermal
performance.

With a declared thermal conductivity (λ) of 0.007 W/m.K,

UP

taking into account edge effect, the Kingspan

Kingspan
panels provide an insulating performance that is up to five
flex
times better than commonly used insulation materials.

Figure 2: A typical property with a beam and dense block ground floor

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Typical Constructions and U–values

Assumptions Beam and Dense* Block Ground Floor

The U−values in the tables that follow Insulation Below the Floor Screed
have been calculated, under a management CERTIFICATE CS/1004-4 Floor screed Kingspan Kooltherm®
system certified to the BBA Scheme for K106 or K108
U Value Competency Scheme

Cavity Board
Assessing the Competency of Persons to Undertake U–value Kingspan
and Condensation Risk Calculations, using the method detailed
in BS / I.S. EN ISO 13370: 2017 (Thermal performance of Top surface of
beam and block
buildings. Heat transfer via the ground. Calculation methods) floor grouted
and using the conventions set out in BR 443 (Conventions for
Insulation
U–value calculations). They are valid for the constructions shown overlap min.
150 / 225*** mm
in the details immediately above each table. from bottom of
wall insulation to
top of insulation
Unlike roofs, walls and intermediate floors, U–value calculations upstand
for ground floors cannot be calculated with reference to
Beam
the construction detail alone. Heat loss from ground floors Protection layer**
Kingspan

depends upon the ratio of the exposed floor perimeter to the 100 mm deep dense Separation Damp proof flex
block infill* layer membrane
total floor area, the thickness of any basement wall and the
depth of any basement. Figure 3
Floor dimensions should be measured between the finished
internal surfaces of the external walls. Non–usable heated U–values (W/m2.K) for Various Thicknesses of
space such as ducts and stairwells should be included when the Kingspan Flooring System and
Floor Perimeter / Area Ratios
determining the area of the floor. Unheated spaces outside
Insulant Perimeter / Area (m–1)
of the insulated fabric, such as attached garages or porches,
Thickness
should be excluded when determining the area of the floor, (mm) 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7
but the length of the wall between the heated building and 20 0.22 0.25 0.27
0.28 0.29 0.30
the unheated space should be included when determining 25 0.20 0.22 0.23
0.24 0.25 0.26
the perimeter. The floor dimensions of semi–detached, 30 0.18 0.20 0.21
0.22 0.22 0.23
40 0.15 0.16 0.17
0.18 0.18 0.18
terraced or other joined premises / dwellings can be taken 50 0.13 0.14 0.15
0.15 0.15 0.16
either as those of the premises / dwelling itself or those of 60 0.12 0.12 0.13
0.13 0.13 0.13
the whole building. Where extensions to existing buildings are 30 + 40**** 0.10 0.11 0.11
0.12 0.12 0.12
40 + 40 0.09 0.10 0.10 0.10 0.10 0.11
under consideration, the floor dimensions should be taken as
* Calculations assume dense block infill of λ–value (1.13 W/m.K).
those of the extension. ** Refer to sitework.
*** 150 mm applies to the UK and 225 mm to the Republic of Ireland.
If the P/A ratio lies between two of the numbers shown in the **** Where multiple layers of insulation of different thicknesses are used, the thickest layer
tables that follow, for a safe estimate, please use the P/A ratio should be installed as the outermost layer in the construction.
NB Refer to local distributor or Kingspan Insulation price list for current stock and non–stock
shown that is the next highest i.e. for 0.57 use 0.6. sizes.
NB The figures quoted are for guidance only. A detailed U–value calculation should be NB For the purposes of these calculations, the bridging effect Kingspan
completed for each individual project. flex has been taken to be 15%. This figure is a starting point, for accurate calculations a
NB For the purposes of these calculations, using the method as detailed in BS / I.S. EN design will be required and the bridging effect may change the U–values achieved.
ISO 13370: 2007, the soil has been assumed to be gravel or sand, the wall insulation is
assumed to overlap the floor insulation by minimum 150 / 225* mm for a concrete floor
and 200 mm for a timber floor, and the standard of workmanship has been assumed
good and therefore the correction factor for air gaps has been ignored.
NB For the purposes of these calculations, the bridging effect of the Kingspan
flex has been taken to be 15%. This figure is a starting point, for accurate calculations a
design will be required and the bridging effect may change the U–values achieved.
NB If your construction is different from those specified and / or to gain a comprehensive
U–value calculation for your project please consult the Kingspan Insulation Technical
Service Department for assistance (see rear cover).
* 150 mm applies to the UK and 225 mm to the Republic of Ireland.

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Typical Constructions and U–values

Solid Concrete Ground Based Floors

Insulation Below the Floor Screed Timber Floating Floor
Floor screed Kingspan Kooltherm ®
Floating floor overlay Kingspan Kooltherm®
K106 or K108 K106 or K108
Cavity Board Cavity Board
Kingspan
Protection layer*

Concrete slab
Insulation Insulation
overlap min. overlap min.
150 / 225** mm 150 / 225** mm
from bottom from bottom of
of wall wall insulation
insulation to to top of floor
top of insulation insulation
upstand

Vapour
Kingspan control layer
Hardcore
flex Hardcore Concrete slab Damp proof
Protection layer* Separation Damp proof membrane
Kingspan
layer membrane

Figure 4 Figure 5

U–values (W/m2.K) for Various Thicknesses of U–values (W/m2.K) for Various Thicknesses of the Kingspan
the Kingspan Flooring System and Flooring System (with an 18 mm Tongue and
Floor Perimeter / Area Ratios Grooved Chipboard Overlay) and Floor Perimeter / Area Ratios
Insulant Perimeter / Area (m–1) Insulant Perimeter / Area (m–1)
Thickness Thickness
(mm) 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 (mm) 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7
20 0.19 0.22 0.24
0.26 0.27 0.28 20 0.18 0.22 0.24
0.25 0.27 0.28
25 0.17 0.20 0.22
0.23 0.24 0.25 25 0.17 0.19 0.21
0.22 0.23 0.24
30 0.15 0.18 0.19
0.21 0.21 0.22 30 0.15 0.17 0.19
0.20 0.21 0.22
40 0.13 0.15 0.16
0.17 0.18 0.18 40 0.13 0.15 0.16
0.17 0.17 0.18
50 0.12 0.13 0.14
0.14 0.15 0.15 50 0.11 0.13 0.14
0.14 0.15 0.15
60 0.10 0.11 0.12
0.13 0.13 0.13 60 0.10 0.11 0.12
0.12 0.13 0.13
30 + 40*** 0.09 0.10 0.11
0.11 0.11 0.12 30 + 40*** 0.09 0.10 0.11
0.11 0.11 0.12
40 + 40 0.08 0.09 0.10 0.10 0.10 0.10 40 + 40 0.08 0.09 0.10 0.10 0.10 0.10
* Refer to sitework. * Refer to sitework.
** 150 mm applies to the UK and 225 mm to the Republic of Ireland. ** 150 mm applies to the UK and 225 mm to the Republic of Ireland.
*** Where multiple layers of insulation of different thicknesses are used, the thickest layer *** Where multiple layers of insulation of different thicknesses are used, the thickest layer
should be installed as the outermost layer in the construction. should be installed as the outermost layer in the construction.
NB Refer to local distributor or Kingspan Insulation price list for current stock and non–stock NB Refer to local distributor or Kingspan Insulation price list for current stock and non–stock
sizes. sizes.
NB For the purposes of these calculations, the bridging effect Kingspan NB For the purposes of these calculations, the bridging effect Kingspan
flex has been taken to be 15%. This figure is a starting point, for accurate calculations a flex has been taken to be 15%. This figure is a starting point, for accurate calculations a
design will be required and the bridging effect may change the U–values achieved.
design will be required and the bridging effect may change the U–values achieved.

U–values (W/m2.K) for Various Thicknesses of the Kingspan

Flooring System (with Two Layers of 10 mm
Gypsum Fibre Board Overlay) and Floor Perimeter / Area Ratios
Insulant Perimeter / Area (m–1)
Thickness
(mm) 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7
20 0.18 0.22 0.24
0.25 0.27 0.28
25 0.17 0.20 0.21
0.23 0.24 0.25
30 0.15 0.18 0.19
0.20 0.21 0.22
40 0.13 0.15 0.16
0.17 0.17 0.18
50 0.12 0.13 0.14
0.14 0.16 0.15
60 0.10 0.11 0.12
0.13 0.13 0.13
30 + 40*** 0.09 0.10 0.11
0.11 0.11 0.12
40 + 40 0.08 0.09 0.10 0.10 0.10 0.10
* Refer to sitework.
** 150 mm applies to the UK and 225 mm to the Republic of Ireland.
*** Where multiple layers of insulation of different thicknesses are used, the thickest layer
should be installed as the outermost layer in the construction.
NB Refer to local distributor or Kingspan Insulation price list for current stock and non–stock
sizes.
4 NB For the purposes of these calculations, the bridging effect Kingspan
flex has been taken to be 15%. This figure is a starting point, for accurate calculations a
design will be required and the bridging effect may change the U–values achieved.
Underfloor Heating Systems
The constructions shown in the Typical Constructions and
U–values section can be readily converted to accommodate
underfloor heating systems.

Heating pipes Heating pipes

Figure 6: Intermittent Heating Applications – Below the Floor Screed Figure 8: Intermittent Heating Applications – Beam and Block Floor

For intermittent heating applications, where a fast response

time is required, it is beneficial to have less thermal mass
available to take up heat from the system and so placing
the insulation layer below the floating floor but above the
concrete slab (Figures 6 and 7) or beam and block floor
(Figure 8) is the best solution.

The panels must not be punctured and heating pipes should

be placed in a tray (Figures 6,7 and 8).

Heating pipes

Figure 7: Intermittent Heating Applications – Below the Floating Floor

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Design Considerations

Heat Loss and Linear Thermal Bridging

Basic Principles l For new build applications, care is also required to ensure
Linear thermal bridging describes the heat losses that occur continuation of insulation wherever possible between the
at junctions between elements, which is additional to the wall and floor for best thermal performance. Where this
losses occurring through roofs, walls and floors. This heat loss is not possible, the insulation should be overlapped and
is represented by the junction’s psi (ψ) value. The lower the ideally, lower conductivity material introduced between.
ψ–value, the better the performance of a junction detail. The l In order to minimise cold bridging at the edge of the floor,
ψ–values and lengths of linear thermal bridges are accounted the distance between the top surface of the floor insulation
for in whole building energy and carbon dioxide emissions
or perimeter insulation upstand, and the bottom of the
calculations.
wall insulation must be a minimum of 150 / 225* mm for
In a typical wall–to–ground floor junction the heat will flow a concrete floor and 200 mm for a suspended timber
through the easiest path, for example in a masonry cavity wall floor. The further down the wall insulation extends past the
the linear thermal bridge is primarily the inner leaf of masonry floor insulation, the better the thermal performance of the
and in a timber frame wall the linear thermal bridge is primarily junction between the wall and the floor.
the sole plate and the construction below it. These linear * 150 mm applies to the UK and 225 mm to the Republic of Ireland.
thermal bridges can be reduced by increasing the distance
l Perimeter upstand insulation helps to reduce heat losses
that the heat has to travel.
from the junction between the floor and external walls. The
Approved details, such as the Accredited Construction upstand insulation helps to increase the distance that the
Details (England & Wales / Scotland / Northern Ireland) heat has to travel in order to escape through the junction,
and Acceptable Construction Details (Republic of Ireland), which therefore helps to reduce heat loss. Omitting this, or
collectively referred to here as ACDs, can uplift performance to using a poorer performing insulation, can increase these
provide a clear starting point towards achieving compliance, losses.
but they are limited in scope and applicability. Where
l Using better thermally performing ‘lightweight’ aggregate
applicable, the principles in the ACD’s are also considered
blockwork for the inner leaf of cavity walls in adjacency
good practice for refurbishment. Existing building junction
to the junction with the floor can assist with lowering heat
losses are not typically accounted for in whole building heat
losses from the junction.
loss calculations and only the risks of surface condensation
and mould growth are considered. l An internal lining of insulation on the warm side of the
construction can help to reduce the heat losses through
The greatest opportunity for mitigating the impact of
the junction. The internal lining could be a wall lining for
linear thermal bridges can come from following accurately
the whole wall area, such as Kingspan Kooltherm® K118
‘modelled’ details that take into account the following design
Insulated Plasterboard, or could be localised insulation
considerations.
behind the plasterboard to help reduce a junction’s losses
Reducing Linear Thermal Bridging (and losses from any timber soleplate).
Detailing at junctions to minimise the effects of thermal l One of the best approaches to minimising cold bridging
bridging and the associated risk of condensation or mould
is to use external wall insulation, making the whole wall
growth is important and there are some simple design
and any junctions warm, with suitable wall insulation at the
considerations that can be adopted to help mitigate the risks
junction with the ground floor extending past the level of
and to reduce heat losses.
the floor insulation below ground level.
l For retrofit or refurbishment of existing buildings using the
Kingspan Flooring System, achieving For further advice on details to reduce linear thermal bridging
continuity of insulation is the best approach to limiting please contact the Kingspan Insulation Technical Service
losses through the wall/floor junctions; failing continuity Department (see rear cover for details).
between floor and wall insulation layers, overlap of
insulation layers and use of lower conductivity materials
represents a good practice approach; however where
neither option is possible, the risk of surface condensation
will require particular consideration in determining an
appropriate approach. Details and designs should be
considered in the context of the property, it’s construction,
characteristics, condition and ventilation provisions.

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Responsible Sourcing NBS Specifications
Responsible Sourcing Details also available in NBS Plus.
Kingspan produced at Kingspan Insulation’s NBS users should refer to clause(s):
Pembridge manufacturing facility is certified to BES 6001 M10 40, M10 290, M13 40 and M13 260.
(Framework Standard for the Responsible Sourcing of
Construction Products) ‘Very Good’. Design Standards
Consideration should be given to the recommendations of
BS 8102: 2009 (Code of practice for protection of buildings
against water from the ground), BS 8215: 1991 (Code of
practice for design and installation of damp proof courses in
masonry construction), and the information given in Building
NB The above information is correct at the time of writing. Please confirm at the point of need
by contacting Kingspan Insulation’s Technical Service Department (see rear cover), from
Research Establishment Digest 104 (Floor Screeds).
which a copy of Kingspan Insulation’s BES 6001 certificate can be obtained.

Substrate
Sustainability & Responsibility The Kingspan Flooring System is not
Kingspan Insulation has a long–term commitment to recommended for use in direct contact with subsoil and must
sustainability and responsibility: as a manufacturer and supplier be positioned above the DPM.
of insulation products; as an employer; as a substantial
landholder; and as a key member of its neighbouring Lightning Protection
communities. Building Designers should give consideration to the
A report covering the sustainability and responsibility of requirements of BS / IS EN 62305 : 2011 (Protection against
Kingspan Insulation Ltd’s operations at its Pembridge, lightning).
Herefordshire and Selby, North Yorkshire manufacturing
facilities is available at Protection Layer
www.kingspaninsulation.co.uk/sustainabilityandresponsibility. The Kingspan Flooring System can be
supplied with a bonded protection layer. For further information
Specification Clause please contact the Kingspan Insulation Technical Service
Kingspan panels should be described in Department (see rear cover).
specifications as:–

The floor insulation shall be the Kingspan

Flooring System ____ mm thick: comprising a rigid vacuum
insulation panel with a microporous core which is evacuated,
encased and sealed in a thin, gas tight envelope. The product
shall be manufactured under a management system certified
to ISO 9001: 2008, ISO 14001: 2004, BS OHSAS 18001: 2007
and ISO 50001: 2011, and installed in accordance with the
instructions issued by Kingspan Insulation Limited.

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Sitework

Installation Below a Floor Screed Installation Below a Floating Floor

l Concrete slabs should be allowed to dry out fully prior to l Concrete slabs should be allowed to dry out fully prior to
the installation of the Kingspan Flooring the installation of the Kingspan Flooring
System (average 1 day per mm of slab thickness). System (average 1 day per mm of slab thickness).
l The surface of the slab should be smooth, flat and free l The surface of the slab should be smooth, flat and free
from projections. Thorough cleaning of the floor and from projections. Thorough cleaning of the floor and
removal of all projections is essential. Beam and block removal of all projections is essential. Beam and block
floors should be level and grouted. floors should be level and grouted. In accordance with
l If a damp proof membrane (minimum 300 micron / 1200 BRE Good Building Guide 28 Part 1 (Domestic floors:
gauge polythene) is required, it should be laid with joints construction insulation and damp–proofing), irregularities
well lapped and folded, to prevent the passage of ground should not exceed 5 mm when measured with a 2 metre
water, over the concrete slab or beam and block floor, straight edge.
prior to installing the Kingspan Flooring
l A thin layer of cement / sand mortar, a levelling screed,
System.
or a proprietary levelling compound can be used to
l The membrane should be brought up the surrounding
achieve a level surface. This should be allowed to set,
walls until it is sufficiently above the height of the wall DPC
harden and dry (approximately 1 day per mm) before
so that it will connect with or form the DPC.
proceeding further.
l A protection layer should be used under the Kingspan
l If there is no damp proof membrane in the concrete floor,
Flooring System. For further information
one (300 micron / 1200 gauge polythene) should be laid
please contact the Kingspan Insulation Technical Service
with joints well lapped and folded, to prevent the passage
Department (see rear cover).
of ground water, over the concrete slab, or beam and
l The Kingspan Flooring System panels
block floor, prior to installing the Kingspan
should always be loose–laid, break bonded where
Flooring System.
practical, with all joints lightly butted. All Kingspan
panels are to be installed with the film l The membrane should be brought up the surrounding

flaps against the substrate. walls until it is sufficiently above the height of the wall DPC
so that it will connect with or form the DPC.
l Starting at each external corner of the floor proceed to
lay Kingspan across the floor area in a l To comply with NHBC recommendations, preservative
break bond pattern with all panel joints lightly butted (see treated softwood timber battens should be positioned at
Figures 1 & 2). Where runs of Kingspan doorways, access panels and to support partitions.
do not accurately fit the dimension of the floor the use The size of the battens selected should ensure that, when
of Kingspan flex strips is required to installed, the top surface of the insulation panels are flush
make up this difference. Each Kingspan with the top of the battens.
flex strip is to be the same thickness as the Kingspan l A protection layer should be used under the Kingspan
panels. Flooring System. For further information
l A strip of Kingspan flex (minimum 25 mm please contact the Kingspan Insulation Technical Service
thickness) should be placed vertically around the perimeter Department (see rear cover).
of the floor slab in order to reduce cold bridging. The top
l The Kingspan Flooring System panels
of the vertical strip of the Kingspan flex
should always be loose–laid, break bonded where
should be level with the top of the floor screed and the
practical, with all joints lightly butted. All Kingspan
bottom should be level with the bottom of the horizontal
panels are to be installed with the film
floor insulation, and closely butted up to it.
flaps against the substrate.
l A protection layer may be used over the insulation. For
further information please contact the Kingspan Insulation
Technical Service Department (see rear cover).
l Insulation panels (both Kingspan and
any Kingspan flex strips used) should be
overlaid with a separation layer (not less than 125 micron
/ 500 gauge) to prevent the wet screed penetrating the
joints between the boards and to act as a vapour control
layer. Ensure the separation layer has 150 mm overlaps,
taped at the joints, and is turned up 100 mm at the walls.
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 General
l Starting at each external corner of the floor proceed to l The Kingspan Flooring System should
lay Kingspan across the floor area not be used in association with solvent–based adhesive
in a break bond pattern with all panel joints lightly systems.
butted. Where runs of Kingspan do l The Kingspan Flooring System should
not accurately fit the dimensions of the floor the use of not be exposed to naked flames or excessive heat.
Kingspan flex strips is required to make
Cutting
up this difference (see Figures 1 & 2). Each Kingspan
l Kingspan panels should not be cut
flex strip is to be the same thickness as
or penetrated.
the Kingspan panels.
l The substrate must be clean, dry and level, and free of
l A protection layer should be used over the insulation.
sharp objects or edges.
For further information please contact the Kingspan
Insulation Technical Service Department l Cutting of the Kingspan flex strips should
(see rear cover). be carried out either by using a fine toothed saw, or by
scoring with a sharp knife, snapping the board over a
l Insulation panels (both Kingspan and
straight edge and then cutting the facing on the other side.
any Kingspan flex strips used) should be
overlaid with a separation layer (not less than 125 micron l Ensure accurate trimming of the Kingspan
/ 500 gauge), to act as a slip layer, and a vapour control flex strips to achieve close–butting joints and continuity
layer. Ensure the polythene sheet has 150 mm overlaps, of insulation.
taped at the joints, and is turned up 100 mm at the walls. Availability
l The Kingspan Flooring System can l Please contact Kingspan Insulation for availability of the
be used in conjunction with a number of flooring overlays, Kingspan Flooring System.
such as timber floor boards or gypsum fibre boards.
Packaging and Storage
For more information please contact the Kingspan
l The packaging of the Kingspan Flooring
Insulation Technical Service Department (see rear
System should not be considered adequate for outdoor
cover). Flooring overlays should be installed as per the
protection. The Kingspan Flooring
manufacturer’s instructions.
System should be stored inside a building and raised off
the floor.
Wheeled / Foot Traffic
l Kingspan panels should not be walked on. Health and Safety
A protective foot or crawl board should be used during the l Kingspan Insulation products are chemically inert and safe
installation process. to use.
l A Safety Information Data Sheet for this product is
available from the Kingspan Insulation website
www.kingspaninsulation.co.uk/safety or
www.kingspaninsulation.ie/safety.

Please note that the reflective surface on this product is designed to enhance its thermal
performance. As such, it will reflect light as well as heat, including ultraviolet light.
Therefore, if this panel is being installed during very bright or sunny weather, it is advisable to
wear UV protective sunglasses or goggles, and if the skin is exposed for a significant period of
time, to protect the bare skin with a UV block sun cream.
The reflective facing used on this product can be slippery underfoot when wet. Therefore, it is
recommended that any excess material should be contained to avoid a slip hazard.

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Product Details

Composition Resistance to Solvents, Fungi & Rodents

Kingspan panels comprise a rigid vacuum The Kingspan Flooring System should not
insulation panel with a microporous core which is evacuated, be used in association with solvent–based adhesive systems.
encased and sealed in a thin, gas–tight envelope. Damaged boards or boards that have been in contact with
solvents or acids should not be used.
Standards and Approvals The insulation core and facings used in the manufacture
The Kingspan Flooring System is of the Kingspan Flooring System resist
manufactured to the highest standards under a management attack by mould and microbial growth, and do not provide
system certified to ISO 9001: 2004 (Quality Management any food value to vermin.
Systems. Requirements), ISO 14001: 2004 (Environmental
Management Systems. Requirements), BS OHSAS 18001: Fire Performance
2007 (Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems.
Details on the fire performance of Kingspan Insulation products
Requirements) and ISO 50001: 2011 (Energy Management
may be obtained from the Kingspan Insulation Technical
Systems. Requirements with Guidance for Use).
Service Department (see rear cover).

The use of Kingspan is covered by BDA

Agrément Certificate BAE 17-035/02/A (20 – 50 mm) and by Thermal Properties
LABC Registered Details Certificate No. EWWS488A. For more The λ–values and R–values detailed below are quoted
information please contact the Kingspan Insulation Technical in accordance with BS / I.S. EN 12667: 2001 (Thermal
Service Department (see rear cover). performance of building materials and products.
Determination of thermal resistance by means of
guarded hot plate and heat flow meter methods.
Products of high and medium thermal resistance),
with allowance for ageing and edge effect of the
encapsulating film to form the declared value.

Standard Dimensions Thermal Conductivity

Kingspan panels are available in the following The Kingspan panels achieve a declared
standard size(s): thermal conductivity (λ–value) of 0.007 W/m.K.

Nominal Dimension Availability Thermal Resistance

Length (mm) 300 – 1200 Thermal resistance (R–value) varies with thickness and is
Width (mm) 300 – 600 calculated by dividing the thickness of the board (expressed
Insulant Thickness (mm)  20 – 60
in metres) by its thermal conductivity. The resulting number is
Other sizes may be available dependent on order quantity. Please contact Kingspan Insulation
for more details. rounded down to the nearest 0.05 (m2.K/W).

Insulant Thickness Thermal Resistance

Compressive Strength (mm) (m2.K/W)
The compressive strength of Kingspan panels 20 2.85
25 3.55
typically exceeds 150 kPa at 10% when tested to BS / I.S. EN
30 4.25
826: 2013 (Thermal insulating products for building application. 40 5.70
Determination of compression behaviour). 50 7.10
60 8.55

Durability
If installed correctly and protected from damage and
penetration, the Kingspan Flooring System
can provide reliable long–term thermal performance over the
lifetime of the building.

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Kingspan Insulation

Company Details Insulation Product Benefits

Kingspan Insulation Ltd is part of the Kingspan Group plc., Kingspan Vacuum Insulation Panel (VIP)
one of Europe’s leading construction product manufacturers. Products
The Kingspan Group was formed in the late 1960s and is l With a declared value thermal conductivity of 0.007 W/m·K,
a publicly quoted group of companies headquartered in these products provide an insulating performance that
Kingscourt, County Cavan, Ireland. is up to five times better than commonly used insulation
materials.
Kingspan Insulation Ltd is a market leading manufacturer
of premium and high performance rigid insulation products l Provides high levels of thermal efficiency with minimal
and insulated systems for building fabric and building thickness.
services applications. l Over 90% (by weight) recyclable.

Kingspan Kooltherm® Range Products

Products & Applications l With a thermal conductivity of 0.018–0.023 W/m.K
Kingspan Insulation Ltd has a vast product range. these are the most thermally efficient insulation products
Kingspan Insulation Ltd products are suitable for both commonly used.
new build and refurbishment in­a variety of applications within
l The thinnest commonly used insulation products for any
both domestic and non–domestic buildings.
specific U–value.
Insulation for: l Manufactured with a blowing agent that has zero Ozone
� Pitched Roofs Depletion Potential (ODP) and low Global Warming
� Flat Roofs Potential (GWP).
� Green Roofs Kingspan Therma™ Range Products
� Cavity Walls l With a thermal conductivity of 0.022–0.028 W/m.K
� Solid Walls these are amongst the more thermally efficient insulation
products commonly used.
� Timber and Steel Framing
l Manufactured with a blowing agent that has zero Ozone
� Insulated Cladding Systems
Depletion Potential (ODP) and low Global Warming
� Insulated Render Systems
Potential (GWP).
� Floors
Kingspan Styrozone® Range Products
� Soffits
l Rigid extruded polystyrene insulation (XPS) has the
� Ductwork necessary compressive strength to make it the product
Further Solutions: of choice for specialist applications such as heavy duty
� Insulated Dry–Lining flooring, car park decks and inverted roofing.

� Tapered Roofing Systems l Manufactured with a blowing agent that has zero Ozone
Depletion Potential (ODP).
� Cavity Closers
� Kingspan KoolDuct® Pre–Insulated Ducting All Products
l Unaffected by air infiltration – a problem that can be
� Kingspan nilvent ® Breathable Membranes
experienced with mineral fibre and which can reduce
� Kingspan TEK® Building System
thermal performance.
l Safe and easy to install.
l If installed correctly, can provide reliable long term thermal
performance over the lifetime of the building.
l Each product achieves the required fire performance for its
intended application.

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 Contact Details

Customer Service Technical Advice / Design

For quotations, order placement and details of despatches please Kingspan Insulation supports all of its products with a comprehensive
contact the Kingspan Insulation Customer Service Department on Technical Advisory Service. Calculations can be carried out
the numbers below: to provide U–values, condensation / dew point risk, required
insulation thicknesses etc…
UK – Tel: +44 (0) 1544 388 601
U–value calculations can also be carried out on the
– Fax: +44 (0) 1544 388 888
Kingspan Insulation U–value Calculator, available
– email: customerservice@kingspaninsulation.co.uk for free online at www.uvalue-calculator.co.uk or
Ireland – Tel: +353 (0) 42 979 5000 downloaded as an App.
– Fax: +353 (0) 42 975 4299
The Kingspan Insulation Technical Service Department can also
– email: info@kingspaninsulation.ie give general application advice and advice on design detailing and
fixing etc... Site surveys are also undertaken as appropriate.
Literature & Samples The Kingspan Insulation British Technical Service Department
Kingspan Insulation produces a comprehensive range of technical operates under a management system
literature for specifiers, contractors, stockists and end users. certified to the BBA Scheme for Assessing the
The literature contains clear user friendly advice on typical Competency of Persons to Undertake U–value CERTIFICATE CS/1004-4
and Condensation Risk Calculations.
U Value Competency Scheme

design; design considerations; thermal properties; sitework

and product data. Please contact the Kingspan Insulation Technical Service
Department on the numbers below:
For copies please contact the Kingspan Insulation Marketing
Department, or visit the Kingspan Insulation website, using the UK – Tel: +44 (0) 1544 387 382
details below: – Fax: +44 (0) 1544 387 482
– email: technical@kingspaninsulation.co.uk
UK – Tel: +44 (0) 1544 387 384 Ireland – Tel: +353 (0) 42 975 4297
– Fax: +44 (0) 1544 387 484 – Fax: +353 (0) 42 975 4296
– email: literature@kingspaninsulation.co.uk – email: technical@kingspaninsulation.ie
– www.kingspaninsulation.co.uk/literature
Ireland – Tel: +353 (0) 42 979 5000 General Enquiries
– Fax: +353 (0) 42 975 4299
For all other enquiries contact Kingspan Insulation on the
– email: info@kingspaninsulation.ie
numbers below:
– www.kingspaninsulation.ie/literature
UK – Tel: +44 (0) 1544 388 601
– Fax: +44 (0) 1544 388 888
Tapered Roofing – email: info@kingspaninsulation.co.uk
For technical guidance, quotations, order placement and Ireland – Tel: +353 (0) 42 979 5000
details of despatches please contact the Kingspan Insulation – Fax: +353 (0) 42 975 4299
Tapered Roofing Department on the numbers below: – email: info@kingspaninsulation.ie

UK – Tel: +44 (0) 1544 387 383 Kingspan Insulation Ltd. reserves the right to amend product specifications without prior notice.
– Fax: +44 (0) 1544 387 483 Product thicknesses shown in this document should not be taken as being available ex–stock
and reference should be made to the current Kingspan Insulation price–list or advice sought
– email: tapered@kingspaninsulation.co.uk from Kingspan Insulation’s Customer Service Department (see above left). The information,
technical details and fixing instructions etc. included in this literature are given in good faith
Ireland – Tel: +353 (0) 42 975 4297 and apply to uses described. Recommendations for use should be verified for suitability and
– Fax: +353 (0) 42 975 4296 compliance with actual requirements, specifications and any applicable laws and regulations.
For other applications or conditions of use, Kingspan Insulation offers a Technical Advisory
– email: tapered@kingspaninsulation.ie Service (see above), the advice of which should be sought for uses of Kingspan Insulation
products that are not specifically described herein. Please check that your copy of this literature
is current by contacting the Kingspan Insulation Marketing Department (see left).

Kingspan Insulation Ltd

Pembridge, Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 9LA, UK
Castleblayney, County Monaghan, Ireland
www.kingspaninsulation.co.uk  www.kingspaninsulation.ie
* Certified for thicknesses of 20 – 50 mm
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