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Insulation Sample
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PU/PIR FOAM
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PE FOAM
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GLASS WOOL
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AIR BUBBLE
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Cell Structure
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Closed-cell structure for insulation-grade material
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Closed-cell
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Open-cell
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Open-cell
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Density
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PU 35 kg/m³, PIR 40 kg/m³
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24 kg/m³
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16–32 kg/m³
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38–40 kg/m³
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Thermal Conductivity
(K-Value)
The lower the value, the better the insulation performance
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0.018–0.023 W/m.K
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0.030–0.037 W/m.K
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0.035–0.038 W/m.K
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0.039–0.045 W/m.K
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Operating Temperature
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-30°C to 100°C
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-100°C to 80°C
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-20°C to 200°C
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-75°C to 250°C
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Condensation Around the Covered Material
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No condensation occurs because the insulation is
bonded directly to the roofing sheet. PU/PIR also
provides excellent adhesion to steel materials.
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Condensation may occur due to the gap between
the insulation layer and the roofing sheet.
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Condensation may occur due to the gap between
the insulation layer and the roofing sheet.
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Condensation may occur due to the gap between
the insulation layer and the roofing sheet.
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Chemical Resistance
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Resistant to acids and alkalis
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Resistant to acids and alkalis
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Resistant to acids and alkalis
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Resistant to acids and alkalis
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Compressive Strength
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Lightweight and provides the highest strength
compared with other insulation materials
of the same density.
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The insulation is soft, requires higher density,
and is susceptible to compression.
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The insulation is soft and easily compressed
because it is manufactured from layered fibers.
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The insulation is soft and easily compressed
because air is trapped within the material.
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Fire Performance
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Combustible but does not support flame spread.
PIR provides better fire resistance than PU.*
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Combustible and deteriorates within a short period.
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The adhesive used to bond the insulation to the
roofing sheet may burn, while the insulation itself is non-combustible.
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Combustible and deteriorates within a short period.
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Sound Absorption
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Good sound absorption
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Moderate sound absorption
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Excellent sound absorption
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Moderate sound absorption
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Resistance to Water, Moisture,
and Air Infiltration
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Excellent resistance to water infiltration due to
its closed-cell structure. It can also be used
for gap filling.
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Water infiltration or leakage may occur
when the adhesive deteriorates within 1–3 years.
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Water infiltration or leakage may occur when the
adhesive deteriorates within 1–3 years, and moisture
may reduce the insulation’s performance.
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Water infiltration or leakage may occur
when the adhesive deteriorates within 1–3 years.
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Rust Prevention
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PU/PIR foam helps protect the roofing sheet
from exposure to air and moisture.
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Rust may occur if the adhesive deteriorates
and the insulation separates from the roofing sheet.
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Rust may occur if the adhesive deteriorates
and the insulation separates from the roofing sheet.
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Rust may occur if the adhesive deteriorates
and the insulation separates from the roofing sheet.
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Service Life
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Long-lasting and durable, with a service life of over 30 years.
(Based on surveys conducted in European countries.)
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Service life depends on the quality of the bond
between the insulation and roofing sheet, as well as operating conditions.
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Service life depends on the quality of the bond
between the insulation and roofing sheet, as well as operating conditions.
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Service life depends on the quality of the bond
between the insulation and roofing sheet, as well as operating conditions.
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Assembly and Installation
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Easy to assemble and install in a single step.
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Requires at least two installation steps.
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Requires at least two installation steps.
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Requires at least two installation steps.
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