A
ccording to a recent report from research firm Markets and
Markets, the worldwide high performance insulation market
is projected to balloon into a $6 billion industry by 2020.
Currently, North American consumers comprise the epicenter
of market growth, accounting for over half of the global
market. Three factors have influenced the demand for high-performance
homes and buildings: steadily increasing energy bills, quality advantages
(better comfort, healthier air, more durable construction, etc.) and
energy tax credits.
The 'high-performance' aspect of high-performance insulation is an
indication of the measure of thermal resistance the insulation holds, even
during harsh climatic conditions. Compared to standard insulation which is
installed during construction or applied to facets of a structure such as lofts
or between walls, high-performance insulation is better equipped to deal
with any environmental challenges a building may face. Rather than merely
being applied to the space between framing studs of a building, high-
performance insulation covers the entire wall surface. This more widespread
application not only improves the longevity of the structure but also adds
depth to its energy efficiency. High-performance insulation conserves heat
and enables renewable energy sources, such as solar panels or geothermal
heat, to be more viable, resulting in a more cost-efficient structure.
The thermal insulation market is at the forefront of product development
and technological advancements. Wall panels, cavity fill, pipes, ceilings and
flooring are all benefitting from EPS insulation, which offers a variety of
advantages, including long-term R-value and reduced sound transmission.
EPS insulation delivers stable thermal performance and prevents thermal
bridging. Versatile and easy to work with, EPS can be cut or drilled onsite as
needed to fit the application, which results in faster installation.
See how EPS insulation was used to create a super-insulated
building envelope for a new passive house design in Seattle,
Washington. the project aims to create an environmentally
responsive and resource-efficient house and achieve one of
the world's most demanding building energy standards.
| building & ConStruCtion |
6
EPS High-Performance
Insulation Growth Projections
EPS is a consummate high performance
insulation material by virtue of its
remarkable insulating capabilities for the
life of the structure, its energy and cost
efficiency and its versatility.
