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Technical Details of CosyPanels®

Looking for more detail around the technical specifications of our CosyPanels® Panels? Look no further, below are the specs of every panel. Not sure what these mean? Learn more about the British Standards Institution, DIN standards and ISO standards

Technical Specs of Conservatory Roof Insulation Panels

When choosing materials for your home, it’s crucial to ensure they meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. Home improvement companies who prioritise compliance with internationally recognised standards, such as those set by ISO and BSI, demonstrate a commitment to using materials that are not only reliable but also aligned with industry best practices. Below, we’ve compiled a list of key standards related to insulation and building materials. These standards ensure that the materials used in conservatory roof insulation project are fire-resistant, thermally efficient, durable, and environmentally sound, giving you peace of mind and long-lasting comfort. If you’re looking for information on thermal efficiency of insulation panels, we have an in-depth guide on the U-values and related matters.
Parameters of External Layers | PVC
Property
Norm
Density
ISO 1183
Tensile Strength
DIN EN ISO 527
Elongation at Break
DIN EN ISO 527
Modulus of Elasticity
DIN EN ISO 527
Water Absorption
DIN 53495
Shorea Hardness
MSZ EN ISO 868
Average Coefficient of Thermal Elongation
DIN 53752
Reaction on Fire
DIN 4102-1 (D)
NFP 92-501 (F)
BS 476 PART 7 (GB)
Proper Surface Resistance
DIN 53482
Gluing
-
Printing
-
Parameters of Internal Layers | XPS Core
Property
Norm
Density
-
Factor of Thermal Conductivity
DIN EN 13169
Compressive Stress at Compression 10%
DIN EN 826
Flammability classification
DIN 4102
DIN EN 13501-1
Dimensional Changes at 90% humidity 70°C
DIN EN 1605
Deformation under load 40 kPa and 70°C
DIN EN 1605
Water absorption at long-term immersion
DIN EN 12087
Water absorption at long-term immersion
DIN EN 12088
Resistance to freeze and thaw cycles
DIN EN 12091
Linear Expansion Factor
DIN 53752
Temperature Range
-
Construction
Outer Layer
PVC
Core Layer
Extruded Polystyrene-rigid foam insulation
Safety Tests
Physical Shock
Pendulum test / DIN EN 12600 class 1
Fire Safety
Tested to DIN EN 13501-1 / class of fire E
Resistance Tests
Increased Impact Resistance
DIN EN ISO 179 (DIN 53 453
Weather Resistance
-
UV Resistance
DIN EN ISO 4892 & RAL-GZ 716/1
Mositure Resistance
-
CFC and HCFC
-

BSI and ISO Standards Overview

This is a summary of ISO and BSI standards related to insulation materials.

BSI Standards:

  1. BS 5422:2023Thermal insulating materials for pipes, tanks, vessels, ductwork, and equipment operating within the temperature range –40 °C to +700 °C — Method for specifying
    • Describes methods for specifying requirements for thermal insulating materials on various equipment within the specified temperature range.
  2. BS EN 13162:2012+A1:2015Thermal insulation products for buildings — Factory-made mineral wool (MW) products — Specification
    • Specifies requirements for factory-made mineral wool products used for thermal insulation in buildings.
  3. BS EN 16012:2012+A1:2015Thermal insulation for buildings — Reflective insulation products — Determination of the declared thermal performance
    • Specifies methods for determining the declared thermal performance of reflective insulation products used in buildings.
  4. BS 3958Thermal insulating materials
    • A multi-part standard covering specifications for various thermal insulating materials, including calcium silicate preformed insulation and bonded mineral wool slabs.
  5. BS 5970:2012Thermal insulation of pipework, ductwork, associated equipment, and other industrial installations in the temperature range of -100°C to +870°C — Code of practice
    • Provides a code of practice for the thermal insulation of various industrial installations within the specified temperature range.
  6. BS EN ISO 12241:2022Thermal insulation for building equipment and industrial installations — Calculation rules
    • Aligns with ISO 12241:2022, providing calculation rules for thermal insulation in building equipment and industrial installations.
  7. BS EN ISO 23993:2010Thermal insulation products for building equipment and industrial installations — Determination of design thermal conductivity
    • Specifies methods for determining the design thermal conductivity of thermal insulation products used in building equipment and industrial installations.
  8. BS EN ISO 7345:2018Thermal performance of buildings and building components — Physical quantities and definitions
    • Defines physical quantities and definitions related to the thermal performance of buildings and building components.
  9. BS EN ISO 9229:2020Thermal insulation — Vocabulary
    • Provides vocabulary for terms used in thermal insulation, aligning with ISO 9229:2020.
  10. BS 476 – Fire tests on building materials and structures
    • A series of standards specifying fire testing methods for building materials and structures, including fire resistance, surface spread of flame, and smoke production. It is widely used to evaluate fire performance in construction.
  11. BS EN ISO 12628:2022Thermal insulating products for building equipment and industrial installations — Determination of dimensions, squareness, and linearity of preformed pipe insulation
    • Specifies methods for determining the dimensions, squareness, and linearity of preformed pipe insulation, aligning with ISO 12628:2022.

ISO Standards:

  1. ISO 4898:2018Rigid cellular plastics — Thermal insulation products for buildings — Specifications
    • Specifies requirements and testing methods for three categories of rigid cellular plastics used as thermal insulation in buildings.
  2. ISO 2219:2010Rigid cellular plastics — Determination of compressive creep under specified load and temperature conditions
    • Describes methods for determining the compressive creep of rigid cellular plastics under specified load and temperature conditions.
  3. ISO 22097:2023Thermal insulation for buildings — Reflective insulation products — Determination of thermal performance
    • Provides procedures for determining the thermal performance of reflective insulation products used in buildings.
  4. ISO 16478:2023Thermal insulation products — Exterior insulation and finish systems — Specifications
    • Specifies requirements for exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS) used as exterior wall cladding systems.
  5. ISO 4892Plastics — Methods of exposure to laboratory light sources
    • Details methods for exposing plastics to laboratory light sources to assess their resistance to weathering.
  6. ISO 12576-1:2001Thermal insulation — Insulating materials and products for buildings — Conformity control systems — Part 1: Factory-made products
    • Specifies conformity control systems for factory-made thermal insulating materials and products used in buildings.
  7. ISO 12241:2022Thermal insulation for building equipment and industrial installations — Calculation rules
    • Provides rules for calculating heat-transfer-related properties of building equipment and industrial installations, predominantly under steady-state conditions.
  8. ISO 17738-1:2017Thermal insulation products — Exterior insulation and finish systems — Part 1: Materials and systems
    • Outlines requirements for exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS) used as exterior wall cladding systems, including water-resistive barrier systems.
  9. ISO 9229:2020Thermal insulation — Vocabulary
    • Defines terms used in the field of thermal insulation to ensure consistent terminology.
  10. ISO 1183 – Plastics — Methods for determining density of non-cellular plastics
    • Specifies methods for determining the density of non-cellular plastics by various techniques, including the immersion, liquid pycnometer, and titration methods, used to assess material properties and quality control.
  11. ISO 12628:2022Thermal insulating products for building equipment and industrial installations — Determination of dimensions, squareness, and linearity of preformed pipe insulation
    • Specifies methods for determining the dimensions, squareness, and linearity of preformed pipe insulation.