Alumasc Swisslab External Wall Insulation System for Refurbishment • When to Specify An External Wall Insulation (EWI) system primarily suited to the refurbishment of existing properties. Swisslab has been designed to upgrade thermal performance and improve the aesthetics of buildings. This direct-fix system can be installed using a choice of insulation materials to meet u-value requirements and building regulations and is fully compatible with Alumasc’s range of high-performance renders, decorative coatings and brick-effect finishes. Swisslab is UK manufactured and has a 25 year track-record of use, with over 6,000,000 m2 installed.
Applications ▪ For refurbishment applications, where the structure provides continuous support for the insulation slabs ▪ Also suitable for new build projects ▪ For unrestricted use on buildings up to 18 metres and high rise applications, subject to Alumasc’s High Rise policy ▪ Particularly suited to upgrading non-traditional house types
Performance ▪ BBA approved, fully warranted system with an effective life of 30 years ▪ Manufactured to ISO9001:2008 and ISO14001:2004 Quality and Environmental Management standards ▪ Weather resistant, whilst remaining vapour permeable ▪ Allows the fabric of the building to act as a heat store, increasing thermal efficiency ▪ Eliminates cold bridging, condensation and mould growth ▪ Reduces heating costs and carbon dioxide emissions ▪ Protects the structural fabric, limiting movement and thermal shock and freeze-thaw cycles associated with traditional brickwork façades ▪ Highly resistant to impact damage, rated Class 0 for surface spread of flame and recommended for use in high rise applications by the BRE subject to insulation choice
Technical & Project Support ▪ Site surveys, detail design meetings, project specific elevation colour schemes, CAD drawings and product samples, tenant involvement programmes ▪ Detailed project specifications and health and safety and product data sheets ▪ Thermal calculations, condensation risk analysis and wind loading calculations (for high rise projects)
• Warranties Alumasc offers a comprehensive range of warranty options for the Swisslab External Wall Insulation system including 25 year ECO and Green Deal warranties. Installed exclusively by Alumasc Registered Contractors and underpinned by Alumasc’s extensive project support service, Alumasc warranties cover both product and installation. Independent insurance backed latent product defect warranties are also available through FSA licensed brokers.
Installation & Aftercare ▪ Installed by fully trained Alumasc registered contractors ▪ On-site support from Alumasc’s team of Site Technicians ▪ Aftercare recommendations and documentation ▪ Full package of warranty options
ALUMASC EXTERIOR BUILDING PRODUCTS LTD Ref: SS-SL-0813 Page 1 of 2 The Company pursues a policy of constant product development and information contained within this datasheet is therefore subject to change without notice. The customer is responsible for ensuring that each product is fit for its intended purpose and that the conditions for use are suitable. All quoted data is nominal and subject to production tolerances.
Alumasc Swisslab External Wall Insulation System for Refurbishment Typical System Components ▪▪ Aggregate Dash (available in a range of colours) ▪▪ M.R Polymer Dashing Render (available in a range of colours) ▪▪ Alumasc Scrim Reinforcement (bedded into M.R. Scrim Adhesive) ▪▪ M.R. Scrim Adhesive (used as a reinforcing layer) ▪▪ Alumasc Approved Mechanical Fixing ▪▪ Alumasc Insulation (choice of insulation slab available) ▪▪ M.R. Bedding Adhesive (to adhere insulation slab, when required) ▪▪ Alumasc Base Bead (powder coated galvanised aluminium or stainless steel) ▪▪ Masonry Substrate CERTIFICATE No 93/2914
Insulation Options
Available Finishes
A choice of insulation materials is available, in a variety of thicknesses to achieve very low Uvalues.
M.R. Polymer Renders
Insulation is mechanically fixed direct to the continuous substrate.
High performance polymer-modified renders offering a traditional appearance and available in a wide choice of colours. Silicone & Mineral Renders
Insulation Choice
Lightweight ST Silicone and Mineral renders provide a contemporary look. Available with a rolled surface texture in a range of colours.
a Phenolic a Polyisocyanrate (PIR)
Brick-effect Finishes
a Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) a Grey Expanded Polystyrene (Grey EPS) a Extruded Polystyrene Insulation (XPS) a Dual Density Mineral Wool
Alumasc Acrylic and Traditional Brick Slips and the M.R. Rendabrick brick-effect render create details, feature bands or simply simulate the appearance of brickwork. Decorative Coatings
a Cork
High performance Masonry Paint and Silicone Facades Paint are available in a wide range of colour options.
a Lamella
Polymer Renders
Silicone & Mineral Renders
Brick Effect Finishes
Decorative Coatings
a M.R Polymer Plain Render
a ST Silkolitt Silicone Render
a Traditional Brick Slips
a Silicone Façade Paint
a M.R Polymer Dashing Render
a ST Mineral K Render
a Acrylic Brick Slips
a M.R. Masonry Paint
a M.R. Rendabrick
Project Support & Advice: Contact Alumasc Technical Services 01744 648 400
facades@alumasc-exteriors.co.uk
www.alumascfacades.co.uk
ALUMASC EXTERIOR BUILDING PRODUCTS LTD Ref: SS-SL-0813 Page 2 of 2 The Company pursues a policy of constant product development and information contained within this datasheet is therefore subject to change without notice. The customer is responsible for ensuring that each product is fit for its intended purpose and that the conditions for use are suitable. All quoted data is nominal and subject to production tolerances.