MicroFiber Glass Wool Thermal Insulation for Roofing Model FLD

MicroRoof

Micro Roof glass wool insulation is designed for roofing applications to prevent heat from the roof entering factory buildings. Factory metal sheet roofing reaches maximum temperatures of 70°C during midday, transferring heat down to the building and creating extremely hot working conditions.

Installing roof insulation reduces the temperature transferred from the roof, minimizing heat exposure for workers inside the building. In air-conditioned warehouses, thermal insulation installation helps reduce air conditioning workload due to decreased heat transfer and improves cold air retention for longer periods.

Thermal Conductivity

For thermal insulation applications, the most important consideration is the thermal conductivity value (K-value) of the insulation. Thermal conductivity indicates how well insulation can transfer heat. Higher thermal conductivity allows more heat to pass through. Therefore, high thermal conductivity means poor insulation, as we want to prevent heat transfer. Thermal conductivity values closer to 0 indicate better thermal insulation.

MicroFiber glass wool has submitted materials for thermal conductivity testing to ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) according to ASTM C518 testing standards to determine the material’s thermal conductivity value.

Moisture Absorption

Moisture absorption of roof insulation is extremely important because roofing applications may develop holes over time due to material wear or roof leaks, causing rainwater to drip onto the insulation. If the insulation absorbs water, it becomes heavier and water evaporation becomes more difficult.

MicroFiber glass wool has been tested for moisture absorption according to ASTM C411 standard for material moisture absorption testing. Test results show moisture absorption of < 1%, which is very low. When we test by dropping water onto MicroFiber glass wool, water droplets do not penetrate the insulation but form beads on the surface and evaporate naturally.

Mold Resistance

Roof thermal insulation is installed under roofing where inspection is quite difficult. If mold or damage occurs, insulation should not promote growth of mold or fungi that could affect indoor air quality. MicroFiber glass wool is a product that does not promote mold growth and is not a food source for organisms, so there are no concerns about damage from mold or fungi. It can be used safely with buildings.

Surface Burning Characteristic

According to the 2006 International Building Code (IBC), interior wall and ceiling finish materials must be classified for surface burning characteristics according to ASTM E84 standard, with additions by NFPA (National Fire Protection Agency) according to NFPA 101 Life Safety Code requiring classification of interior wall and ceiling finish materials as Class A, Class B, Class C tested according to NFPA 255, ASTM E84, or UL 723.

Testing provides two values: Flame-Spread Index (FSI) and Smoke Development Index (SDI), and materials are classified according to these values.

Material Classification Table for Surface Fire Spread According to ASTM E84

	Flame-Spread Index (FSI)	Smoke Development Index (SDI)
Class 1 or Class A	0 – 25	450 Maximum
Class 2 or Class B	26 – 75	450 Maximum
Class 3 or Class C	76 – 200	450 Maximum

According to the ASTM E84 surface fire spread material classification table, MicroFiber glass wool is classified as Class 1 or Class A with Flame-Spread Index < 25 and Smoke Development Index < 50.

Installation Methods

1.) Installing insulation in rafter spaces (with wire mesh attached between rafters)

Install insulation along rafter spaces with Wire Mesh or Chicken Wire installed between or under rafters to support the insulation. Can be installed on roofs under new construction.

2.) Installing insulation in rafter spaces (with wire mesh attached on rafters)

Install insulation along rafter spaces with Wire Mesh or Chicken Wire installed on rafters to support the insulation. Can be installed on roofs under new construction.

3.) Installing insulation in rafter spaces (wire tie method)

Install insulation along rafter spaces with wire tied to rafters at approximately 30 cm intervals to support the insulation. Can be installed on both new construction and completed roofs.

4.) Installing insulation across rafters (with wire mesh attached on rafters)

Install insulation across rafter spaces with Wire Mesh or Chicken Wire installed on rafters to support the insulation. Can be installed conveniently and quickly on roofs under new construction.

5.) Installing insulation across rafters (without wire mesh support)

Install insulation across rafters without using Wire Mesh or Chicken Wire on rafters to support the insulation. Suitable for roofing with rafter spacing not exceeding 1.5 meters. Can be installed conveniently and quickly on new construction roofs.

6.) Installing insulation by attachment under floor (Concrete Slab)

Attach insulation to concrete slab using spindle pins or anchors spaced approximately 20-30 cm apart, and use wire wrapped around anchor heads extending from the insulation in a diagonal pattern. Anchor drilling must not impact the building structure. Can be installed on both new construction and completed buildings.

 

Product Size Table

MicroRoof Roll Type Size Table

Density (Kg/m3)	Thickness (mm)	Size (W x L)
12	50	1.22 x 16.50
	75	1.22 x 11.50
16	25	1.22 x 30.50
	50	1.22 x 15.25
	75	1.22 x 15.25
24	25	1.22 x 30.50
	50	1.22 x 15.25
	75	1.22 x 15.25
32	25	1.22 x 15.25
	50	1.22 x 15.25
	75	1.22 x 7.50
48	25	1.22 x 7.50
	50	1.22 x 7.50
	75	1.22 x 7.50

MicroRoof Sheet Type Size Table

Density (Kg/m3)	Thickness (mm)	Size (W x L)
32	25	1.22 x 2.44
	50	1.22 x 2.44
	75	1.22 x 2.44
48	25	1.22 x 2.44
	50	1.22 x 2.44
	75	1.22 x 2.44

Technical Data Table

Features	MicroRoof Products					Test Standard
Density	12 Kg/m3	16 Kg/m3	24 Kg/m3	32 Kg/m3	48 Kg/m3
Thermal Conductivity (W/m.K)	0.042	0.038	0.035	0.033	0.032	ASTM C518
Operating Temperature	Max Service Temp 233 C					ASTM C411
Moisture Absorption	< 1% at 49 C (95% RH)					ASTM C1104
Corrosion	Does not accelerate					ASTM C665
Mold Resistance	No Growth					ASTM C665
Surface Burning	Flame Spread					ASTM E84
	Smoke Developed
Fire Testing	Class 0					BS 476 Part 6 BS 476 Part 7 ASTM 1530-3
	Ignitability Index 0
	Spread of Flame Index 0
	Heat Evolved Index 0
	Smoke Developed Index 1