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There has been a lot of commotion in the radiant barrier insulation industry regarding the ASTM’s changes in their fire testing for radiant barriers and reflective insulation.  The most current ASTM test for reflective insulation is the ASTM E84-12 & E2599 Fire Test.
To understand how this affects you and the insulation [...]

Using reflective insulation as your metal roof insulation has several advantages.  Traditional insulation is generally applied directly to the roof deck.  Issues regarding condensation occur when the insulation is compressed and vapor tight seams are present.  Condensation caused by higher humidity decreases the thermal performance.  Corrosion and other related problems exist until the insulation has [...]

In the radiant barrier world, there is a lot of talk about fire ratings. Here’s an important video regarding fire rating with bubble foil insulation. Intertek is a worldwide group of testing laboratories for the textile, footwear, toys, petroleum and chemical industries. Covertech is the manufacturer of rFoil™. This is worth watching. All of the [...]

In an earlier blog post this week, we stated “Provided your barn is not in a sub-artic climate, foil insulation keeps heat out in the summer months and keeps….”
We wanted to get back to the discussion of radiant barrier technology in sub-artic climates.  The topic has been researched and tests have been completed.  The CCHRC [...]

Practically everyone has a use for bubble foil or bubble pack insulation.  Use it for packaging and shipping.  Use it for temperature control in long term storage. 
 On the construction side, foil insulation can be used anywhere in conjunction with radiant heat and many other applications.   Wrapping hot water heater and pipes is a great, low [...]

As well as reflecting and blocking radiant heat, radiant barriers and reflective foil insulation are also great at reducing condensation. Today's "Staple Tab" Bubble Foil Insulation is what is used in between in walls, ceilings, and crawlspaces. Years ago reflective insulation was also used but in a different design. The product was multiple accordion aluminum [...]

As you bundle up and weatherize for the fall and upcoming winter, get the best prices on your reflective insulation. Whether you’re insulating your barn or out-building or a small inside project, the InsulationStop has your best prices on our industry leading insulation. Everything we sell is the best quality available. For rolls as small [...]

We now offer local pickup of our Tempshield™ reflective bubble foil insulation. For our local customers, you may be able to pick up your order at your local sales office. We are located in Indianapolis, Indiana as well as Albany, New York. Use our contact us page or call us directly if you are interested.
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Attention contractors and builders, are you using radiant barriers and foil insulation in your projects?  Or are do you build metal buildings or pole barns?
If so, you will love purchasing your material at InsulationStop.com. Discounts for volume are automatically built in making ordering very quick and easy.
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