We solved the science of safely insulating air ducts.

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1 We solved the science of safely insulating air ducts. Patented duct liners eliminate fibers, stop mold, reduce noise while they insulate. Armaflex : The IAQ Insulation

2 Now you can safely insulate & quiet air ducts without fibers! Clean air is critical to student health and performance. One in four students has allergies. Moisture in air ducts can lead to mold and allergens, particularly in class rooms and dormitories. Colleges spend millions of dollars cleaning and replacing fiber glass ductwork damaged by moisture and mold. Colleges Many institutions have now learned sometimes after expensive mold remediation that there is a better duct liner. Fiber-free, mold-resistant Armaflex is safe, energyefficient, protects indoor air quality and reduces noise. Unlike fiber glass, its closed cell structure provides built-in moisture and mold resistance. It adds great value at a fraction of a building s total budget. High performance facilities need high performing duct insulation. From the DOE to the EPA, there is growing awareness that there s much more to creating energy efficient facilities than stuffing the building envelope. The nation is now taking a closer look at how we insulate or fail to properly insulate and protect a building s air distribution system. Air duct insulation is critical to energy efficiency, indoor air quality and mold resistance. While fiber glass has been a common duct lining, there is increased awareness that it is the wrong choice inside air ducts because of fibers, moisture intrusion and damage. For added protection, Armaflex is the only insulation made with Microban antimicrobial protection exclusively EPA registered for air duct insulation! We can no longer ignore the full potential of a safely and properly insulated duct system. The costs, benefits and consequences are too great.

3 FACT: Only Armaflex insulation is uniquely engineered and patented for Duct Systems without fibers. College-safe Armaflex insulation is backed by years of technical expertise. It combines our original closed cell foam technology and our patented self-adhering system with the evolving sciences of IAQ and antimicrobial protection. These are the same technologies incorporated into world-famous Armaflex pipe insulation. Armacell duct liners are engineered to add significant protection and value: n Long-term energy efficiency & cost savings R-4.2 performance at 1 thickness Supports LEED initiatives, ASHRAE 90.1 Durable closed cell structure and smooth surface reduce maintenance and replacement costs n Advanced moisture protection Closed cell structure blocks moisture penetration and wicking that lead to mold, loss of thermal efficiency and costly replacement Unlike fiber glass, no easily-punctured separate vapor barrier (jacket) n Built-in mold protection Only Armacell duct liners are made with EPA-registered Microban antimicrobial additive Can t wear off or wash away First insulation products tested and listed in the GREENGUARD Microbial Resistance Listing Program n Fiber-free IAQ protection Closed cell elastomeric foam helps eliminate fibers from indoor air circulation Formaldehyde-free and low VOC Clean, dust-free, nonparticulating, non-eroding n Building safety protection Plenum-rated for fire and smoke Meets the critical 25/50 flame spread and smoke generation requirements of National Fire Protection Agency standards 90A and 90B for duct linings n Noise protection Reduces HVAC noise levels through sound absorption and blocking Good NRC values, excellent STC Dense enough to provide excellent sound deadening (vibration dampening) of HVAC rattle in metal ducts It s time to insulate air ducts correctly with the IAQ Insulation from Armacell. FACT: When fiber glass insulation gets wet, the EPA and fiberglass manufacturers (NAIMA) recommend that it be removed and thrown away as soon as possible to prevent mold and fungi growth. We clean fiber glass lined ducts every day. Whenever we find any broken apart, which is pretty common, we always recommend Armaflex Jim Choquette, Senior Project Manager, Duct and Vent Cleaning of America Porous materials such as internal fibrous glass liner have been identified as a major source of fungal contamination. ASHRAE Journal, April 2004

4 How Microban antimicrobial protection works: When microbes come in contact with the insulation surface, Microban protection penetrates the cell wall of the microorganism, disabling its ability to function, grow and reproduce. Because the protection is built in during the manufacturing process, it will not wash off or wear away. This gives AP Armaflex products an added level of protection against mold and mildew. Microban antimicrobial product protection An Armacell exclusive for insulation. Microban additives can be found in the products of leading consumer, industrial and building products manufacturers: DUPONT (in residential air filters and water filters) Holmes air purifiers American Standard Lucite Oreck Kenmore Amana Lennox (a/c drain pans) plus many more applications worldwide Microban particles AP Armaflex closed cell structure When microbes come in contact with the insulation surface, Microban protection penetrates the microbe s cell wall, disabling its ability to function, grow and reproduce. Can we help? Being responsible for college facilities means you have a lot to think about day-to-day. Insulation doesn t need to be one of them. That s where we can help you. We re the mechanical insulation experts and can take some of the worry out of saving energy and creating cleaner colleges. Here s how to make the No Fibers, No Mold Choice for Your Facilities: Contact Armacell Customer Service at Or us at info.us@armacell.com Or visit our website at

5 Helping Rebuild America s Buildings: One duct system at a time. From Colleges Armacell IAQ Insulation engineered for Colleges AP Armaflex SA (Self- Adhering) Duct Liners Fiber-free closed cell elastomeric foam sheets and rolls with patented, laborsaving PSA (adhesive) system. NRC 0.50, excellent sound blocking and vibration dampening Recommended by duct cleaners nationwide to Hospitals AP Coilflex Duct Liner Fiber-free elastomeric foam rolls, highly conformable for factory application. Engineered especially for sheet metal shops Labor saving fabrication NRC 0.60, excellent sound blocking and vibration dampening to the Katrina-ravaged Louisiana Superdome AP Armaflex Sheets and Rolls (Regular and Self-Adhering) Fiber-free closed cell elastomeric foam sheets and rolls for insulating mechanical systems, larger surfaces, tanks and fittings. The number one choice for applications -297 F to +180/220 F Found on the job in mechanical rooms of commercial and institutional buildings worldwide America is replacing fibrous glass liner with fiber-free, mold-free Armaflex: The IAQ Duct Insulation for safe, healthy and productive environments. AP Armaflex Pipe Insulation (Regular and Self-Seal) The world s original fiber-free, closed cell elastomeric foam tubular pipe insulation for preventing energy waste and water vapor transmission / condensation. The number one choice for applications -297 F to +220 F Specified and installed in more condensation prevention applications than any comparable product ArmaTuff PLUS II Exterior Duct Insulation Heavy duty laminated Armaflex elastomeric foam sheets and rolls for long-lasting protection. UV-resistant, chemical-resistant 16 mil laminate Maintenance-free, no painting required Tough as metal, puncture-resistant Smooth white or silver surface

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