• Unique insulation with the lowest Thermal Conductivity of any insulation product 0.015W/m²K or 0.018W/m²K dependant on the specification.

• High Impact layer for durability.

• Foil encapsulated to control environment and as such non-breathable (Vapour Closed)

• Hostile environment to mould offering no bacterial platform.

• Non Flammable Fire Classification Euro C - s1,d0 BS EN ISO 1182, andNon Combustible Fire Classification A2 - s1,d0 BS EN 13501 - 1:2007 dependant on the specification.

• Thermablok Aerogel and Robust Impact Panel 100% Recyclable.

• Environmentally Friendly.

• Rodent / Vermin Resistant.

• Cut, shaped and tape resealed on site unlike vacuum insulated panels (VIP’s).

• Specifically designed to be able to accommodate any finish floor system.

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Thermablok Aerogel ThermaSlim Impact IFIInternal Floor Insulation (IFI) Impact Panel

Ultra Thin Internal Floor Insulation Systems for New Build & Refurbishment

For more information on Thermablok Aerogel products please visit www.thermablok.co.uk or telephone 01622 840289

Thermablok Aerogel Advanced Insulation is an ultra high performance fibre reinforced silica aerogel blanket insulation suitable for thermal upgrades of solid walls, floors and roofs and associated thermal bridges in new, modern and historic buildings.

The material uses the insulating power of trapped air in a nano-porous silica matrix to achieve its excellent thermal performance and represents the most thermally efficient bridging treatment available today.

Unlike competing solutions, Thermablok Aerogel can be mechanically fixed to substrates such as concrete, brick, wood and metal and is ideal for use in building construction and energy efficiency retrofits.

Most heat transmission through walls is passed directly through the building envelope, be it masonry, block or stud frame to the internal facia in a process known as Thermal Bridging.

Thermablok Aerogel, which has the highest insulation value of any known material with the lowest thermal conductivity value of any solid (0.014W/mK), works by breaking this thermal bridging link.

Products

• Thermablok Aerogel Blanket Insulation

• Thermablok Aerogel ThermaSlim Internal Wall Insulation (IWI)

• Thermablok Aerogel ThermaSlim Reveal / Return

• Thermablok Aerogel ThermaSlim External Insulation Finishing System (EIFS)

• Thermablok Aerogel ThermaSlim Internal Floor Insulation (IFI)

• Thermablok Aerogel Strips (Standard & Custom)

• Thermablok Aerogel ThermaJoist Insulation

The material is totally breathable, ensuring a healthy, durable working building with a natural ability to repel liquid whilst allowing the passage and release of moisture vapour - a major factor in historical build.

Thermablok Aerogel does not rely on a vacuum or heavy molecular gases to insulate. It is hydrophobic and is therefore not affected by moisture or age and is a hostile environment, offering no bacterial platform for mould growth. It also provides major energy savings for the life of the building.

A single 10mm thickness of Thermablok Aerogel Super Insulation Blanket increases the insulation factor by up to 67% without compromising on Gross Internal Area (GIA).

It is 100% recyclable.

Thermablok Aerogel carries a European Technical Approval (ETA) governing its use as a thermal insulation in various Building & Construction applications - ETA11_0471, an Environmental Product Directive (EPD) and British Board of Agrement (BBA) approval for the composite board systems of Thermablok Aerogel Magnesium Oxide Board and installation as instructed.

Applications

• Solid Wall (IWI)

• Partition Wall Returns

• Window & Door Reveals

• Floors

• Ceilings

• Timber Frame

• Soffits

• Balconies

• Joist Ends

• Pipe Lagging

IntroductionThermablok Aerogel Advanced Insulation an Environmentally Friendly Solution to Thermal Bridging

For more information on Thermablok Aerogel products please visit www.thermablok.co.uk or telephone 01622 840289

Heritage Solutions Where a breathable upgrade is required, for example in historic or heritage projects, a hydroscopic, vapour open variant - Thermablok Aerogel / ThermaSlim Aerogel Board should be selected.

ThermaSlim Aerogel Board is a complete natural lime based wall insulation upgrade designed to offer a heritage finish in an easy to install and finish system.

WUFI ConsultancyThermablok Aerogels can offer consultancy and a hygrothermal simulation software package where required.

Breathability / Vapour ControlThermablok Aerogel is available in breathable and non breathable form. Product variants should be selected based on an appropriate condensation risk assessment.

Interstitial Condensation / MoistureIt may be assumed that any permeable structure with warm humid air on one side and cold air on the other will be subject to interstitial condensation and precautions need to be taken. Thermablok Aerogel ThermaSlim offers a hydroscopic buffer.

Thermal Bridging / Thermal Creep Thermablok Aerogel can be used to reduce surface condensation at window and door openings where conventional insulations would obscure the window frame or provide insufficient thermal resistance.

Window & Door Reveals A 10mm thickness of Thermablok Aerogel is typically sufficient to increase the surface temperature factor Frsi above the critical limit (0.75) necessary to avoid surface condensation.

Joist Ends Thermablok Aerogel JoistTherm offers heat loss and vapour control in this critical location, not addressed with conventional insulation methods.

Partition Walls Thermablok Aerogel ThermaSlim Board’s ultra slim form represents an excellent treatment for the classic thermal bridge or partition walls to external solid wall junction.

NBS Specification Details also available in NBS Plus. NBS users should refer to clause(s): H11, H20, K10, K11 K40, K45, M40, M21, P10

DurabilityThe finished system is expected to last the duration of the building, the Thermablok Aerogel component is expected to perform for a minimum of 60 years.

Emissions Thermablok Aerogel meets the highest requirements of the interior emissions M1 Test (Finland)Thermablok Aerogel does not contain any resins, binders or performance enhancing gasses which may be released during service.

Environmental Impact, Sustainability and Responsibility Thermablok Aerogels and Aspen Aerogels operate a sustainable supply chain management and responsible sourcing system. Thermablok Aerogels has a long term commitment to sustainability and responsibility: as a manufacturer and supplier of insulation products; as an employer and as a member of its neighbouring communities. An Environmental Product Declaration for Thermablok Aerogel (EPD) is available on request.

Specification Terms The specific insulation will be: Thermablok Aerogel Isolation Strips, Thermablok Aerogel Blanket, Thermablok Aerogel ThermaSlim Wall (IWI), Thermablok Aerogel ThermaSlim Reveal / Return, Thermablok Aerogel ThermaSlim Impact Floor (IFI) Thermablok Aerogel ThermaSlim Floor (IFI); comprising Aerogel super insulation technology in its raw form, encapsulated in foil / plastic sleeve, with or without Magnesium Oxide Board. The systems shall be manufactured by materials that have zero Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) and a Global Warming Potential (GWP) less than 5, under a certified management system issued by Thermablok Aerogel products and installed in accordance with the instructions issued by the same.

Design Considerations

For more information on Thermablok Aerogel products please visit www.thermablok.co.uk or telephone 01622 840289

Thermablok Aerogel IFI Impact Flooring Panel is a unique ultra thin, ultra high performance, direct fix internal floor insulation system for new and refurbishment properties. It delivers outstanding thermal insulation upgrades while maximising gross internal area (GIA) for home owners, occupants, developers and investors.

Thermablok IFI Impact Panel combines Thermablok Aerogel Blanket Insulation of varying thicknesses with a 3mm high impact board encapsulated in a highly durable, robust vapour control membrane which offers a very economical, space saving system onto which any finish floor can be installed.

This enables to maximise thermal standards as well as increased fire and acoustic performance. whilst maintaining optimum head heights / internal dimensions. Cut, shaped and tape resealed on site.

Product DescriptionThermablok Aerogel ThermaSlim IFI Impact Panel

ThermaBlok Aerogel

MSBoard

LaminateBoardTOTAL

R valueof

laminate(m²K/W)

InstalledU value*(W/m²K)

10mm 3mm 13mm 0.745 0.37

20mm 3mm 23mm 1.46 0.29

*Calculations based on a Slab / 65mm Screed - P/A 0.35R Value Comparisons of 10mm Thickness

NB - It is important to establish if the existing assembly is Vapour Open (Breathable) or Vapour Closed (Non Breathable) and specify the appropriate open or closed system / solution.

NB - Establish which fire classification is required for each and every application.

NB - Thermablok Aerogel is a direct fix solution to floor without the need for a ventilation cavity and as such it is advised to prepare the area in such a way to ensure a flat and even surface for 100% contact of aerogel to floor substrate. It is also further advised to wash any existing substrate with an anti microbial solution to remove any bacterial / mould spores and deposits.

NB - The figures quoted are for guidance only. A detailed U–value calculation and a condensation risk analysis should be completed for each project.

NB - It is assumed that a good level of workmanship has been attained in all installations and thus eliminating repeat bridges and thermal loops.

For more information on Thermablok Aerogel products please visit www.thermablok.co.uk or telephone 01622 840289

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Product DetailsThermablok Aerogel ThermaSlim IFI Impact Panel

Laminate Board

Thickness

Board DimensionsSize

High Impact Board

Thermablok AerogelWeight

Total PanelWeight

13mm 1220mm x 605mm 1.35kg/m² 1.5kg/m² 2.85kg/m²

23mm 1220mm x 605mm 1.35kg/m² 3.0kg/m² 4.35kg/m²

Thermablok Aerogel IFI Impact Panel is a high performance rigid panel flooring system encapsulated in a highly durable, robust vapour control foil membrane offering an easy, economical, space saving system to thermally upgrade any solid floor onto which any finish floor system can be installed.

Standards & Approvals

BBA - British Board Agrement ApprovalETA - European Technical ApprovalEPD - Environmental Product Directive

Green Deal CertifiedECO RegisteredCertificated Silver C2CRoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) - CompliantREACH - Compliant

Ozone Depletion Potential - ZeroGlobal Warming Potential - Less than 5

Bespoke sizes / thicknesses are available upon request, subject to quantities required.

Length and Width: +/− 2mmThickness: +/− 0.2mmEdge Straightness: 1mm / metreSquareness of Edge: < 3mm

Thermal Conductivity• Thermablok Aerogel: 0.015W/m²K• Thermablok Aerogel A2: 0.018W/m²K• Impact Board: 0.13W/m²K

Fire• Thermablok Aerogel: Fire Classification to

Euroclass C, s1,d0 BS EN ISO 1182 and also Non Combustible Fire Classification A2 - s1,d0 BS EN 13501 - 1:2007

• Impact Board: D-s2, d0

Impact Strength (Brinell)• Thermablok Aerogel: 80kPa / 80 kN/m² at 10%• Impact Board: EN636-1S, 2S & 3S

Density (Dry) (ex works)• Thermablok Aerogel: 150kg/m3• Impact Board: 550kg/m3 (+/- 10%)

Mould / Bacteria• Thermablok Aerogel: NIL / Hostile Platform• Impact Board: N/A

Specific Heat• Thermablok Aerogel: 1000 J/kg/K

Embodied Energy (10mm)• Thermablok Aerogel: 5.4kgs / CO² per m²

For more information on Thermablok Aerogel products please visit www.thermablok.co.uk or telephone 01622 840289

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Product DetailsThermablok Aerogel ThermaSlim IFI Impact Panel

Installation Instruction DetailStep 1 - Preparation of the area

• Clear floor area.• Make good any variations on the floor to provide a level and sound surface on which to lay the

Thermablok Aerogel / Impact Layer Foil Encapsulated Panel.• Remove doors and skirting boards and any other fixings.• Ensure floor is clean, dry and free from any foreign bodies.

For more information on Thermablok Aerogel products please visit www.thermablok.co.uk or telephone 01622 840289

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Product DetailsThermablok Aerogel ThermaSlim IFI Impact Panel

Installation Instruction Detail

Step 2 - Installing the panels

• Once the floor is clean, level and seal the substrate as appropriate.• Ensure the first panel fits flush into the corner and evenly against both walls whilst allowing for a 3 - 5mm expansion gap. This

first panel may need to be altered slightly if the corner of the room is not totally square.• Apply adhesive around the perimeter of each panel (approx. 50mm from the edge) and also diagonally.• Prepare the next Aerogel Foil Panel and fit in line with the previous so that they are tightly abutting.• With VCL Alfa Flex Foil Tape secure in place. This can be done as you progress or on completion.• Continue these steps along the full length of the leading wall.• The final panel in this run may require cutting to size.• Start the second row of insulation panels at the same side of the room as the first row finished. This will ensure staggering of the

joints. A minimum size of staggered joint should be 150mm.

Tools and Components Required• Pencil• Measuring Tape• Straight Edge• Set Square• Box Knife• Handsaw or Skill Saw• VCL Alfa Flex (or similar) Foil Tape• VCL Sealant• Protective Clothing - Gloves, Goggles, Mask

For more information on Thermablok Aerogel products please visit www.thermablok.co.uk or telephone 01622 840289

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Product DetailsThermablok Aerogel ThermaSlim IFI Impact Panel

Installation Instruction Detail

Step 3 - Installing the panels (continued)

Apply foil tape tightly along all joints and apply sealant at the perimeter to tie into the wall.

• Continue this process across the entire floor.• The final row of boards will require cutting to size to ensure complete coverage of the entire area. The

panels can be easily cut and shaped to size.• Measure accurately and cut the panels carefully with a knife or skills.• With foil vcl tape repair the exposed cut edge of the panel and fit tightly into position.• With VCL Foil Tape secure in place as per the above illustrations.• Finish by sealing around the complete perimeter of the system to tie into the wall with VCL Sealant.• An insulation up stand behind the skirting board should be considered

For more information on Thermablok Aerogel products please visit www.thermablok.co.uk or telephone 01622 840289

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Product DetailsThermablok Aerogel ThermaSlim IFI Impact Panel

Installation Instruction Detail

Step 4 - Finishing

Carpet / Timber / Vinyl Finish• Applied directly on top of the Thermablok Aerogel Foil Panel and it is recommended to use a good quality

underlay to promote even wear.

Tile Finish• Although the impact board offers a rigid substrate for all types of floor finish, a tile backer board should be

fitted as required by the tiling contractor to ensure the inert and stable sub layer for the tiles. This can be applied directly onto the Thermablok Aerogel Foil Panel and mechanically fixed through to the original substrate by means of plastic / nylon fixings (see Siteworks document). Once complete the tiles can be installed using a flexible tile adhesive and grouted as normal.

For more information on Thermablok Aerogel products please visit www.thermablok.co.uk or telephone 01622 840289

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