Largely manufactured from recycled glass (e.g. windscreens) and mineral base materials such as sand and without the use of binding agents. The ingredients are melted into molten glass, which is cooled and crushed into a fine powder. The powdered glass is poured into molds and heated (below the melting point) in a "sintering" process that causes the particles to adhere to one another. Next, a small amount of finely ground carbon-black is added and the material is heated in a "cellulation" process. Here, the carbon reacts with oxygen, creating carbon dioxide, which creates the insulating bubbles in the (material). CO2 accounts for more than 99% of the gas in the cellular spaces.
Cellulose insulation is a material made from recycled newspaper. The paper is shredded and inorganic salts, such as boric acid, are added for resistance to fire, mould, insects and vermin. The insulation is installed either blown or damp-sprayed depending on application.
Wood fibre
The success of wood fibre insulation derives from an attractive environmental profile combined with a whole bag of functions including rigid insulation, sheathing and sarking for timber frames, roofs and flooring as well as flexible insulation for studs and rafters.
Wood of course is renewable, it sequesters carbon during its growth and product production is relatively free from pollution. The insulation value of wood fibre boards is not as dimensionally efficient as some of the orthodox petro-chemical materials - but it's no slouch either - typically coming in with a 'k value' range of between 0.038-0.043 W/mK depending on format.
Hemp
Hemp fibres are produced from hemp straw of the hemp plant. Most hemp is imported, but an increasing amount of home-grown crop is becoming available. Hemp grows up to a height of nearly 4 metres within a period of 100-120 days. Because the plants shade the soil, no chemical protection or toxic additives are required for hemp cultivation. The product is composed of, usually, 85% hemp fibre with the ballance made up of polyester binding and 3-5% soda added for fire proofing.
Straw
Straw is an agricultural by-product, the dry stalks of cereal plants, after the grain and chaff have been removed. Straw makes up about half of the yield of cereal crops such asbarley, oats, rice, rye and wheat.
Waving the flag for the ‘Made in Britain’ mark, CT1 has developed a reputation for delivering a high-quality, all-in-one sealant, that does the job of several others, making it the go-to solution for the trade and DIY enthusiasts alike. The sealant, described as the ‘Snag List Eliminator’ due to its universal application and durability, has also seen growth in export sales across Spain, Norway, and Denmark. Beyond the ‘Made in Britain’ tag, customers have plenty of reasons to choose CT1. Its long-lasting ‘Tribrid’ formulation which, as well as resisting bacteria, prevents it from shrinking or cracking, means it will bond almost any material, saving customers time and money. CT1 also owes its success to the company’s desire to protect the environment. Because CT1’s universal formula means it does the job of multiple different sealants, it reduces wastage and replaces the need to have multiple discarded tubes on construction sites. Further flying the flag for British manufacturing, CT1 is also the only sealant anywhere in the world to be awarded an NAAF accreditation, which means it has passed rigorous tests to assure customers it reduces the risk of asthma or allergy attacks in the home. CT1 is looking forward to further growth throughout 2021, with strong signs that the UK construction industry, and DIY boom, will continue to grow.
CT1®
CT1® is a highly flexible hybrid polymer based silicone sealant and adhesive that can be used to seal: solid wall insulation, render-only systems, baths, showers, roofs, doors, windows, and gutters. This unique sealant and construction adhesive replaces numerous products from just one tube. It is widely recognised as the ultimate development in bonding and sealing, and offers a unique adhesion on virtually any material, without the need for additional fixings. It also offers a unique adhesion to a wide range of surfaces with great resistance to fungal growth and chemicals.
CT1® APPLICATION
Generally speaking CT1® can be used for almost all applications, including construction, engineering, roofing, repair & maintenance, installation and marine repair. CT1 replaces: Wood and P.U. adhesives, silicone sealants, sanitary silicone sealants, acrylic sealants and butyl rubber sealants. As a universal adhesive CT1 bonds to all metals (including lead), glass, mirrors, all woods, MDF, polystyrene, fibreglass, tiles, concrete, most stones (without staining), most synthetic materials, plastics (excluding PP, PE and PTFE). CT1 also works on natural stone (does not bleed through), polyester, polystyrene foam, wet surfaces, even under water.
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