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Korolite^® Specifications 100 Types 1, I 130 Types 1+, VIII 160 Types 2, II 200 Types 2+, II+ 250 Types 3, IX 400 Type XIV 600 Type XV

Korolite^® Types Overview Korolite^® Installation Guide 30-Year Limited Warranty Environmental Product Declaration Shallow Foundations

Intertek

Materials:
Code Evaluation Report Thermal Insulation CAN/ULC-S701, ICC-ES AC12, ASTM C578 with Surface Burning Characteristics CAN/ULC-S102.2, ASTM E84 (UL 723), Intertek Listed & Inspected
Wall Assemblies:
¾ Hour Fire Rating for a Composite Wall Assembly with EPS c.i. CAN/ULC-S101, ASTM E119
Meets NFPA 285 with specific limitations for an Exterior Wall Assembly with EPS c.i.

Underwriters Laboratories

Materials:
BRYX.R7726 - Foamed Plastic Surface Burning Characteristics ANSI/UL 723
TGYVC.R19427 - Roof Deck Construction Materials Fire Spread Under Roof Deck Assemblies CAN/ULC-S126
CDETC.R19427 - Rigid Roof Insulation Fire Resistance Ratings CAN/ULC-S101
Roof Assemblies:
TGKXC - Roof Deck Construction No. C7, C12A, C12B, C38
BXUVC - Roof Fire-Resistance Ratings Design No. R210, R222

Material properties of various Korolite^® Insulation Types

¹ The test methods used to determine the material properties provide a means of comparing different cellular plastic thermal insulations. They are intended for use in specifications, product evaluations and quality control, but they are not intended to predict end-use product performance.  ² The elastic limit is between 1% and 2% strain. Compressive resistances at 10% strain are provided for applications where the intended end-use can tolerate plastic (permanent) deformation under load.  ³ R means resistance to heat flow. The higher the R-value, the greater the insulating power.  ⁴ Values are for 1 inch or 25mm thick samples with natural skins intact. Better values will result for thicker materials.  ⁵ The lab-test methods for water absorption use complete submersion under a head of water for 24 or 96 hours, so the values are applicable to specific design requirements only when the end-use conditions are similar to test method requirements.  ⁶ not part of all the industry consensus standards (ASTM C578, CAN/ULC-S701) and provided AS-IS solely for informational purposes

Additional Properties of EPS

Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) resists mold & fungi growth per ASTM C1338 and has no nutritional value for insects. To protect against termites place adequate physical barriers such as membranes around below-grade EPS.
Max. Service Temperature: Long-Term Exposure 75°C [167°F], Intermittent Exposure 80°C [176°F]; Thermal Expansion coefficient: 5-7 • 10^-5/°K
Solubility: Insoluble in water and in general chemically inert. EPS dissolves in hydrocarbons (e.g. fuels, oils, tar), organic solvents (e.g. acetone/ketones, benzene, paint thinner), ethers, esters, aldehydes and amines. Capillarity: None
UV-light surface degradation: white EPS can be exposed to direct sunlight for a few weeks. Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet light creates a yellow dust on the surface of EPS products which has negligible impact on the products' properties but may require removal before adhering other materials such as stucco or self-adhesive membranes.
Surface Burning Characteristics Canada CAN/ULC-S102.2: Flame-Spread Rating ≤290, Smoke Developed Classification over 500.   USA ASTM E84 (UL 723)ª: Flame Spread Index ≤25, Smoke-Developed Index ≤450 up to 6" thick
Limiting Oxygen Index: min. 24% per ASTM D2863. Airfoam's EPS for construction applications contains a polymeric (non-HBCD) fire retardant modifier.
CAUTION: EPS products are combustible and must not be exposed to excessive heat, sparks, open flames, or any other sources of ignition. A protective barrier or thermal barrier is required as specified in the appropriate building code. If stored/used in closed containers, confined, or low-lying areas, ensure adequate ventilation to prevent accumulation of flammable pentane vapours. Prevent inhalation of smoke, fumes or dust from burning or fabrication activities. GHS Classification: Non-Hazardous, see SDS

ª Ceiling measurement only, conducted through determination of flame spread index and smoke-developed index with the removal of any contribution of molten materials ignited on the floor of the Steiner tunnel.

Airboard™ Specs  VB 100 Types 1, I VB 160 Types 2, II

Airboard^™ Installation Guide   Code Evaluation Report

Water Vapor Permeance per ASTM E96
Air Permeance per ASTM E2178 : VB 100 | VB 160
Intertek Listed & Inspected

Library for Korolite^® Insulated Metal Panels (formerly "K-Lock")

 Product Catalog
Room Fire Growth CAN/ULC-S138 Certificate of Compliance - UL Listing
Air Permeance & Water Penetration ASTM E283 & E331
Surface Burning Characteristics CAN/ULC-S102
Intertek Listed & Inspected
Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) Approval with and without FRP
Uniform & Concentrated Loads for Floor Panels

Korolite^® Insulated Metal Panel Properties

The panels are 2-11" thick [50-280mm], 48" [1219mm] or 45-¾" [1162mm] wide and custom-cut to lengths per approved designs. The panels' facings are pre-painted, AZ50 aluminum-zinc coated or G90 galvanized steel in 26 or 24 gauge. They are bonded to the closed cell, expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation core with a specially formulated adhesive.

¹ Foam Core Values are calculated by extrapolation of 1 inch thick EPS samples. Data provided AS-IS solely for informational purposes ² R means resistance to heat flow. The higher the R-value, the greater the insulating power.

Additional Properties of EPS

Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) resists mold & fungi growth per ASTM C1338 and has no nutritional value for insects. To protect against termites place adequate physical barriers such as membranes around below-grade EPS.
Max. Service Temperature: Long-Term Exposure 75°C [167°F], Intermittent Exposure 80°C [176°F]; Thermal Expansion coefficient: 5-7 • 10^-5/°K
Solubility: Insoluble in water and in general chemically inert. EPS dissolves in hydrocarbons (e.g. fuels, oils, tar), organic solvents (e.g. acetone/ketones, benzene, paint thinner), ethers, esters, aldehydes and amines. Capillarity: None
UV-light surface degradation: white EPS can be exposed to direct sunlight for a few weeks. Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet light creates a yellow dust on the surface of EPS products which has negligible impact on the products' properties but may require removal before adhering other materials such as stucco or self-adhesive membranes.
Surface Burning Characteristics Canada CAN/ULC-S102.2: Flame-Spread Rating ≤290, Smoke Developed Classification over 500.   USA ASTM E84 (UL 723)ª: Flame Spread Index ≤25, Smoke-Developed Index ≤450 up to 6" thick
Limiting Oxygen Index: min. 24% per ASTM D2863. Airfoam's EPS for construction applications contains a polymeric (non-HBCD) fire retardant modifier.
CAUTION: EPS products are combustible and must not be exposed to excessive heat, sparks, open flames, or any other sources of ignition. A protective barrier or thermal barrier is required as specified in the appropriate building code. If stored/used in closed containers, confined, or low-lying areas, ensure adequate ventilation to prevent accumulation of flammable pentane vapours. Prevent inhalation of smoke, fumes or dust from burning or fabrication activities. GHS Classification: Non-Hazardous, see SDS

ª Ceiling measurement only, conducted through determination of flame spread index and smoke-developed index with the removal of any contribution of molten materials ignited on the floor of the Steiner tunnel.

Code Evaluation Report Intertek Listed & Inspected

National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP):
Geofoam Applications in Highway Embankments
Geofoam Applications in Slope Stability Projects
ASTM D7180 "Standard Guide for Use of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Geofoam in Geotechnical Projects"
Lateral Pressure Reduction on Earth-Retaining Structures Using Geofoam, Dr. John S. Horvath P.E. March 2018

• Airfoam Specs
• ASTM D6817

Material properties of Airfoam's various Types for Engineered Applications

The standard EPS-blocks are 48" x 48" x 96" [1.22m x 1.22m x 2.44m], full-size maxima are 48½" x 48½" x 194" [1.23m x 1.23m x 4.92m].

Property¹	Units	Airfoam Types								ASTM Std.
		G12	G15	G19	G22	G24	G29	G39	G46
Third-Party Certified Type			EPS15	EPS19	EPS22		EPS29	EPS39	EPS46	D6817
Density Minimum	kg/m3	11.2	14.4	18.4	21.6	24.0	28.8	38.4	45.7	D1622
	lb/ft3	0.7	0.9	1.15	1.35	1.5	1.8	2.4	2.85
Compressive Resistance @ 1% Strain Minimum	kPa	15	25	40	50	58	75	103	128	D1621 Proc.A
	psi	2.2	3.6	5.8	7.3	8.4	10.9	15	18.6
	psf	317	518	835	1051	1210	1570	2160	2678
Elastic Modulus² typical within elastic range	MPa	1.5	2.5	4.0	5.0	5.8	7.5	10.3	12.8	D1621
	psi	220	360	580	730	840	1090	1500	1860
Flexural Strength Minimum	kPa	69	172	207	240	276	345	414	517	C203 Proc.B
	psi	10	25	30	35	40	50	60	75
Buoyancy Force³ Maximum, dry	kg/m3	988	985	981	978	976	971	961	954	D1622
	lb/ft3	61.7	61.5	61.2	61.1	60.9	60.6	60.0	59.6
Additional Compressive Resistance Properties²
@ 5% Strain Minimum	kPa	35	55	90	115	138	170	241	300	D1621 Proc.A
	psi	5.1	8.0	13.1	16.7	20.0	24.7	35.0	43.5
@ 10% Strain Minimum	kPa	40	70	110	135	157	200	276	345
	psi	5.8	10.2	16	19.6	22.7	29	40	50

¹ The test methods used to determine the above material properties provide a means of comparing different rigid, cellular polystyrene geofoam products. They are intended for use in specifications, product evaluations and quality control but they are not intended to predict end-use product performance.   ² The elastic limit/yield point is between 1% and 2% strain. Compressive resistances at 5% and 10% strain are provided for applications where the intended end-use includes plastic (permanent) deformation under load; to limit it along with creep, use the 1% strain values for design.   ³ when EPS remains dry. Where needed protect against uplift/flotation.

The ASTM Standard D6817 "Standard Specification for Rigid Cellular Polystyrene Geofoam" provides material properties of various EPS Types:

Property*	Units	Types							ASTM Test
		EPS12	EPS15	EPS19	EPS22	EPS29	EPS39	EPS46
Density Minimum	kg/m3	11.2	14.4	18.4	21.6	28.8	38.4	45.7	D1622
	lb/ft3	0.7	0.9	1.15	1.35	1.8	2.4	2.85
Compressive Resistance @ 1% Deformation Minimum	kPa	15	25	40	50	75	103	128	D1621 Proc.A
	psi	2.2	3.6	5.8	7.3	10.9	15	18.6
Flexural Strength Minimum	kPa	69	172	207	240	345	414	517	C203 Proc.B
	psi	10	25	30	35	50	60	75
Limiting Oxygen Index Minimum	%	24	24	24	24	24	24	24	D2863
Additional Compressive Resistance Properties**
Compressive Resistance @ 5% Deformation Minimum	kPa	35	55	90	115	170	241	300	D1621 Proc.A
	psi	5.1	8.0	13.1	16.7	24.7	35.0	43.5
Compressive Resistance @ 10% Deformation Minimum	kPa	40	70	110	135	200	276	345	D1621 Proc.A
	psi	5.8	10.2	16.0	19.6	29.0	40.0	50

* The test methods used to determine the above material properties provide a means of comparing different rigid, cellular polystyrene geofoam products. They are intended for use in specifications, product evaluations and quality control, but they are not intended to predict end-use product performance.   ** Compressive resistance at 5% and 10% deformation are provided for applications where the intended end-use includes plastic (permanent) deformation under load.

Additional Properties for all Types

Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) resists mold & fungi growth per ASTM C1338 and has no nutritional value for insects. To protect against insects/termites and water-vapor, place adequate physical barriers such as membranes around below-grade EPS. Where needed use adequate drainage to limit water absorption; Capillarity: None
Poisson's Ratio: ν ≈0.12 within the elastic range
Coefficient of Friction: μ ≈0.5-0.7 along clean faces
Max. Service Temperature: Long-Term Exposure 75°C [167°F], Intermittent Exposure 80°C [176°F]; Thermal expansion coefficient: 5-7•10^-5/°K
Solubility: Insoluble in water and in general chemically inert. EPS dissolves in hydrocarbons (e.g. fuels, oils, tar), organic solvents (e.g. acetone/ketones, benzene, paint thinner), ethers, esters, aldehydes and amines. UV-light surface degradation: white EPS can be exposed to direct sunlight for a few weeks. Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet light creates a yellow dust on the surface of EPS which has negligible impact on the products' properties but may require removal before adhering other materials such as coatings or self-adhesive membranes.
Surface Burning Characteristics Canada CAN/ULC-S102.2: Flame-Spread Rating ≤290, Smoke Developed Classification over 500.   USA ASTM E84 (UL 723): Flame Spread Index ≤25, Smoke-Developed Index ≤450 up to 6" thick
Limiting Oxygen Index: min. 24% per ASTM D2863. Airfoam's EPS for construction use contains a polymeric (non-HBCD) fire retardant modifier.
CAUTION: EPS products are combustible and must not be exposed to excessive heat, sparks, open flames, or any other sources of ignition. If stored/used in closed containers, confined, or low-lying areas, ensure adequate ventilation to prevent accumulation of flammable pentane vapours. Prevent inhalation of smoke, fumes or dust from burning or fabrication activities. GHS Classification: Non-Hazardous, see SDS