Specification Compliance
AS/NZS 4859.1: 2002 Materials used in the Thermal Insulation of Buildings and comply with the Building Code of Australia (BCA) requirements.
Bio-solubility Glasswool insulation fibres have been tested in laboratory studies according to EC protocols ECB/TM27 REV. 7, 1998 and shown to be biosoluable. KNS3 fibres comply with the short term biopersistence test and fulfill the requirements of Australian and international authorities on bio-solubility. EarthWool® products are BRANZ certified.
Features and Benefits
Proven Performance
• Excellent acoustic properties reduce sound transmission when properly installed in walls, ceiling and floor systems.
• Preferred by professional installers concerned with quality, appearance and productivity.
Superior Handling
• Highly resilient insulation recovers quickly to full thickness for a snug fit and superior finished aesthetics.
• Consistent quality materials feel good, cut easily and install fast.
• Low dust for easier handling and increased productivity.
Convenient Packaging, Easier Handling
• Knauf Insulation Earth Wool® HD Batts are packaged in a strong, white poly bag that offers excellent protection from abuse, dust and moisture.
• Earth Wool® packages feature easy to follow installation instructions.
• Master bag batt units (containing multiple packs) ensure reduced handling
costs with improved compression – more square metres per bag, more square meter per truck load, fewer trips to the job site and less warehouse space for storage.
Superior Service and Support
• Knauf Insulation is focused on providing first class customer service,
producing high quality product and ‘on time in full’ deliveries.
• Knauf Insulation is available from specialist contractors, distributors, stockists and trade merchants.
• Knauf Insulation is backed with a comprehensive range of literature, training,
technical support, field sales teams and web based materials to inform specifiers and customers.
Environmental
EarthWool® HD Batts are free from CFCs, HCFCs and any other material with ozone depletion potential in the manufacture and content and represent no known threat to the environment. EarthWool® HD Batts’ manufacture has low
impact on the environment and is classified as Zero ODP and Zero GWP.
Earth Wool® High Density Wall Batts
Description
Knauf Insulation’s Earthwool® Wall and Ceiling Batts are made from highly resilient, inorganic glass fibres bonded by ECOSE® Technology, a revolutionary new binder based on rapidly renewable bio-based materials rather than non-renewable petroleum-based chemicals. ECOSE Technology reduces Knauf Insulation binder embodied energy and contains no phenol, formaldehyde, acrylics or artificial colours found in traditional glasswool insulation.
Application
Earthwool Wall and Ceiling Batts provide a cost-effective thermal and acoustical barrier for energy-efficient construction. The batts’ consistent quality, low dust, and clean-cutting resilient wool makes installation fast. Earthwool Wall and Ceiling Batts can be used in timber frame applications in residential and commercial structures. Knauf Insulation offers Earthwool Wall and Ceiling Batts in a wide range of sizes.
Earth Wool® HD Batts Description
Knauf Insulation’s Earth Wool® High Density Batts are made from highly resilient,
® Technology, a revolutionary new binder based on rapidly renewable bio-based materials rather than non-renewable petroleum based chemicals.
ECOSE® Technology reduces Knauf Insulation binder embodied energy and contains
glass wool insulation.
Application
EarthWool® High Density Batts provide a cost-effective thermal and acoustical barrier
External Residential Walls – Brick Veneer
Earth Wool® High Density Batts in conjunction with best practice acoustic detailing will reduce busy road noise while providing an exceptional thermal performance suitable for even Climate Zone 8 (BCA 2010) when used in conjunction with Knauf Anti-Glare wall wrap.
Internal Wall Applications – Framed Construction Earth Wool® staggered stud and separated stud construction.
Earth wool Wall and Ceiling Batts
Description
Knauf Insulation’s Earthwool® Wall and Ceiling Batts are made from highly resilient, inorganic glass fibres bonded by ECOSE® Technology, a revolutionary new binder based on rapidly renewable bio-based materials rather than non-renewable petroleum-based chemicals. ECOSE Technology reduces Knauf Insulation binder embodied energy and contains no phenol, formaldehyde, acrylics or artificial colours found in traditional glasswool insulation.
Application
Earthwool Wall and Ceiling Batts provide a cost-effective thermal and acoustical barrier for energy-efficient construction. The batts’ consistent quality, low dust, and clean-cutting resilient wool makes installation fast. Earthwool Wall and Ceiling Batts can be used in timber frame applications in residential and commercial structures. Knauf Insulation offers Earthwool Wall and Ceiling Batts in a wide range of sizes.
Thermal Conductivity
ASTM C 518 and AS/NZS 4859.1: 2002
Thermal Resistance
ASTM C 653 and AS/NZS 4859.1: 2002
Acoustic Performance
AS ISO 354 – 2006 AS ISO 11654-1997 ASTM C423-90A
Water Vapour Absorption (ASTM C 1104)
• Less than 5% by weight.
Corrosion Resistance (ASTM C 665)
• No greater than sterile cotton.
Microbial Growth (ASTM C 1338)
• Does not support microbial growth.
Fire Resistance (ASTM E 136)
• Non-combustible.