Insulation

K106 Cavity Board

Full Fill Cavity Wall Insulation

 Premium performance rigid

thermoset phenolic insulation
- thermal conductivity of
0.018 W/mK
 Full fill cavity insulation with
a 10 mm cavity that resists
moisture penetration
 The water-tight, vapour-
open polypropylene fleece
outer facing protects against
moisture penetration
 Unaffected by air infiltration
 Easy to handle and install
 Non-deleterious material
 Manufactured with a blowing
agent that has zero ODP and
low GWP

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Typical Constructions and U-values

Assumptions U-value Table Key

The U-values in the tables that follow have been calculated Where an ✖ is shown, the U-value is higher than the worst
using the method detailed in BS / I.S. EN ISO 6946: 2017 of the maximum new build area weighted average U-values
(Building components and building elements. Thermal allowed by the:
resistance and thermal transmittance. Calculation method), 2013 editions of Approved Documents L to the Building
 
and using the conventions set out in BR 443 (Conventions Regulations for England;
for U-value calculations). They are valid for the constructions
shown in the details immediately above each table. 2014 editions of Approved Documents L to the Building
 
Regulations for Wales;
Unless stated otherwise, the internal wall finish is taken to be  2020 editions of Technical Handbooks Section 6 to the
a 3 mm skim coated 12.5 mm plasterboard on dabs. Building Standards for Scotland;
These U-values are valid for constructions with a 10 mm clear  2012 editions of Technical Booklets F1 & F2 to the
residual cavity between the outer surface of the insulation Building Regulations for Northern Ireland; and
and the inner face of the outer masonry leaf. 2019 edition of Technical Guidance Document L
 
NB When calculating U-values to BS / I.S. EN ISO 6946: 2017, the type of wall tie used
(Dwellings) and 2017 edition of Technical Guidance
may change the thickness of insulation required. For overall cavity widths ≤ 125 mm,
calculations assume a stainless steel flexible tie with 2.5 ties per m2 and a cross- Document L (Buildings other than Dwellings) to the
sectional area of 12.50 mm2. Building Regulations for the Republic of Ireland.
NB For the purposes of these calculations the standard of workmanship has been
assumed good, and therefore the correction factor for air gaps has been ignored.
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 If your construction is different from those specified, and / or to gain a
comprehensive U-value calculation along with a condensation risk analysis of your
project, seek assistance from the Kingspan Insulation Technical Service Department.
NB There are potential restrictions placed upon this product which vary dependant on
building type, height, construction and location in Great Britain. For guidance regarding
the routes to compliance for meeting the fire safety requirements of the Building
Regulations / Standards in Great Britain, refer to the relevant Technical Bulletins and links
to Government websites at www.kingspaninsulation.co.uk/fireregulations.

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Typical Constructions and U-values

10 mm Polymer Rendered 100 mm Dense

Block Outer Leaf* / 100 mm Block Inner Leaf
Internal Finish - 3 mm Skim Coated 12.5 mm
Internal Finish - Fair Faced Blockwork Plasterboard
Residual 10 mm cavity Inner leaf fair faced blockwork Residual 10 mm cavity 3 mm skim coated
(see ‘Design Considerations’) (see ‘Design Considerations’) 12.5 mm plasterboard
Inner leaf blockwork

Kingspan Kingspan
Kooltherm® K106 Kingspan Kooltherm® K103
Kooltherm® K106
Retaining
disc / clip
Wraptite
Wraptite self-adhesive Damp proof self-adhesive
breathable tape course breathable tape
Wall tie
Wall tie

Damp proof
course
Retaining
disc / clip

10 mm polymer rendered Kingspan

100 mm dense block outer leaf* Kooltherm® K103

Insulation overlap min. 10 mm polymer rendered

100 mm dense block outer leaf* Insulation overlap min.
150 / 225 mm*** from bottom
200 mm from bottom of wall
of wall insulation to top of floor
insulation to top of floor insulation
insulation upstand

Figure 1 Figure 2

U-values (W/m2K) for Various Thicknesses of U-values (W/m2K) for Various Thicknesses of
Kingspan Kooltherm® K106 Kingspan Kooltherm® K106
Inner Leaf Fair Faced Blockwork Density Inner Leaf Blockwork Density
Insulant and λ-value (W/mK) Insulant and λ-value (W/mK)
Thickness Thickness
(mm) Dense Medium Lightweight (mm) Dense Medium Lightweight Aerated
(1.13) (0.51) (0.15)** (1.13) (0.51) (0.15)** (0.11)**
90 0.18 0.18 0.17 90 0.17 0.17 0.16 0.16
115 0.14 0.14 0.13 115 0.14 0.14 0.13 0.13
* Calculations assume dense block outer leaf of λ-value (1.13 W/mK). * Calculations assume dense block outer leaf of λ-value (1.13 W/mK).
** A 6.6% thermal bridging factor has been assumed for the effect of mortar joints. ** A 6.6% thermal bridging factor has been assumed for the effect of mortar joints.
*** 150 mm applies to the UK and 225 mm to the Republic of Ireland. NB Refer to local distributor or Kingspan Insulation price list for current stock and non-
stock sizes.
NB Refer to local distributor or Kingspan Insulation price list for current stock and non-
stock sizes.

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Typical Constructions and U-values

102.5 mm Brick Outer Leaf / 100 mm

Block Inner Leaf
Internal Finish - Kingspan Kooltherm® K118
Insulated Plasterboard Internal Finish - Fair Faced Blockwork
Residual 10 mm cavity Inner leaf blockwork Residual 10 mm cavity Inner leaf fair faced blockwork
(see ‘Design Considerations’) Kingspan (see ‘Design Considerations’)
Kooltherm® K118 Kingspan
Kooltherm® K106

Kingspan Retaining
disc / clip Retaining
Kooltherm® K106 disc / clip
Wraptite self-adhesive
breathable tape
Damp proof
Wraptite self-adhesive
course Wall tie
breathable tape
Wall tie

Kingspan
Kooltherm® Kingspan
10 mm polymer rendered K103 102.5 mm brick outer leaf
100 mm dense block outer leaf* Kooltherm® K103
Flexible urethane sealant
at junction
Insulation overlap min. Insulation overlap min.
150 / 225 mm**** from 150 / 225 mm*** from bottom
bottom of wall insulation to of wall insulation to top of floor
top of floor insulation upstand insulation upstand

Figure 3 Figure 4

U-values (W/m2K) for 32.5 mm thick U-values (W/m2K) for Various Thicknesses of
Kingspan Kooltherm® K118** and Various Thicknesses Kingspan Kooltherm® K106
of Kingspan Kooltherm® K106
Inner Leaf Fair Faced Blockwork Density
Inner Leaf Blockwork Density Insulant and λ-value (W/mK)
Thickness
and λ-value (W/mK) Thickness
of Kingspan Dense Medium Lightweight
(mm)
Kooltherm® Dense Medium Lightweight Aerated (1.13) (0.51) (0.15)**
K106 (mm) (1.13) (0.51) (0.15)*** (0.11)*** 90 0.18 0.18 0.17
90 0.14 0.14 0.13 0.13 115 0.14 0.14 0.14
* Calculations assume dense block outer leaf of λ-value (1.13 W/mK). ** A 6.6% thermal bridging factor has been assumed for the effect of mortar joints.
** Thickness shown = insulant thickness + 12.5 mm plasterboard. *** 150 mm applies to the UK and 225 mm to the Republic of Ireland.
*** A 6.6% thermal bridging factor has assumed for the effect of mortar joints. NB Refer to local distributor or Kingspan Insulation price list for current stock and non-
**** 150 mm applies to the UK and 225 mm to the Republic of Ireland. stock sizes.

NB Refer to local distributor or Kingspan Insulation price list for current stock and non-
stock sizes.

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Typical Constructions and U-values

Internal Finish - 3 mm Skim Coated 12.5 mm

Plasterboard Internal Finish − Kingspan Kooltherm® K118
Residual 10 mm cavity 3 mm skim coated Residual 10 mm cavity Inner leaf blockwork
(see ‘Design Considerations’) 12.5 mm plasterboard (see ‘Design Considerations’)
Kingspan Kooltherm® K118
Inner leaf blockwork

Kingspan Kingspan
Kooltherm® K103 Kooltherm® K106
Kingspan Retaining
Kooltherm® K106 disc / clip
Wraptite Wraptite self-adhesive
self-adhesive breathable tape
breathable tape Wall tie
Wall tie

Retaining
disc / clip

Kingspan
Kooltherm® K103
102.5 mm brick outer leaf

102.5 mm brick outer leaf

Insulation overlap min. Insulation overlap min.
200 mm from bottom of wall 150 / 225 mm*** from bottom
insulation to top of floor insulation of wall insulation to top of floor
insulation upstand

Figure 5 Figure 6

U-values (W/m2K) for Various Thicknesses of U-values (W/m2K) for 32.5 mm thick
Kingspan Kooltherm® K106 Kingspan Kooltherm® K118* and Various Thicknesses
of Kingspan Kooltherm® K106
Inner Leaf Blockwork Density
Insulant and λ-value (W/mK) Inner Leaf Blockwork Density
Thickness
Thickness and λ-value (W/mK)
Dense Medium Lightweight Aerated of Kingspan
(mm)
(1.13) (0.51) (0.15)* (0.11)* Kooltherm® Dense Medium Lightweight Aerated
K106 (mm) (1.13) (0.51) (0.15)** (0.11)**
90 0.17 0.17 0.16 0.16
115 0.14 0.14 0.13 0.13 90 0.14 0.14 0.13 0.13
* Thickness shown = insulant thickness + 12.5 mm plasterboard.
* A 6.6% thermal bridging factor has been assumed for the effect of mortar joints.
** A 6.6% thermal bridging factor has assumed for the effect of mortar joints.
NB Refer to local distributor or Kingspan Insulation price list for current stock and non-
stock sizes. *** 150 mm applies to the UK and 225 mm to the Republic of Ireland.
NB Refer to local distributor or Kingspan Insulation price list for current stock and
non-stock sizes.

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Design Considerations

Heat Loss and Linear Thermal Bridging In order to minimise cold bridging at the edge of ground
 
floors, the distance between the top surface of the
Basic Principles floor insulation or perimeter insulation upstand, and the
bottom of the wall insulation must be a minimum of
Linear thermal bridging describes the additional heat losses 150 / 225* mm for a concrete floor (see Figures 1 & 4) and
or gains that occur at junctions between elements e.g. where 200 mm for a suspended timber floor (see Figures 2 & 5).
a cavity wall meets the ground or intermediate floor, or at The further appropriate wall insulation extends past the
junctions around openings in the building fabric where the floor insulation, the better the thermal performance of
thermal insulation layer is discontinuous e.g. sills, jambs and the junction between the wall and the floor.
lintels.
* 150 mm applies to the UK and 225 mm to the Republic of Ireland.
Interruptions within the insulation layer by materials with
poorer insulating properties can result in a thermal bridge, Perimeter upstand insulation is extremely important for
 
which in turn can lead to problems of internal surface minimising heat losses from the junction with external
condensation and mould growth, especially if there is a drop walls. This helps to increase the path of heat flow and
in surface temperature. therefore helps reduce losses through the junction.
Omitting this, or using a poorer performance insulation
The heat flow at these junctions and opening locations, for this purpose, can increase these losses.
over and above that through the adjoining plane elements,
is the linear thermal transmittance of the thermal bridge: Using better thermal performance ‘lightweight’
 
measured in W/mK; referred to as a `psi-value’; and expressed aggregate blockwork on the inner leaf in adjacency to the
as a `ψ-value’. junction with the floor can also assist with assuring lower
heat losses from the junction.
The lower the ψ-value, the better the performance. ψ-values
are taken into account in the calculation methodologies e.g. An internal lining of insulation on the warm side of the
 
the Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) that are used to construction, such as Kingspan Kooltherm® K118, can also
assess the operational CO2 emissions and, where applicable, help to reduce heat losses.
the fabric energy efficiency of buildings. Prevention of thermal bridging should be considered when
 
ψ-values can comprise either, or a combination of, approved, designing sills, jambs and lintels.
calculated or assumed values. Heat-loss from junctions around window or door openings
 
Approved details, such as the Accredited Construction can be further reduced by insulating the reveal. The key
Details (England & Wales / Scotland / Northern Ireland) factor is the thermal resistance (R-value) of the insulation
and Acceptable Construction Details (Republic of Ireland), layer. Reveals should be designed to accommodate
collectively referred to here as ACDs, can uplift performance 32.5 mm (min.) of Kingspan Kooltherm® K118.
to provide a clear starting point towards achieving For junctions between the external walls and roof
 
compliance, but they are limited in scope and applicability. constructions, continuity and overlap of insulation layers
The greatest opportunity for mitigating the impact of is the key to minimising heat losses from the junctions.
linear thermal bridges can come from following accurately Refer to Kingspan Kooltherm® K107 Pitched Roof Board
‘modelled’ details that take into account the following design literature for further design considerations.
considerations.
To aid in limiting thermal bridging and uncontrolled air-
Reducing Linear Thermal Bridging leakage via junctions in cavity wall constructions, Kingspan
Insulation has had a number of the junctions incorporating
Detailing at junctions to minimise the effects of thermal
Kingspan Kooltherm® K106 modelled and ψ-values calculated
bridging and the associated risk of condensation or mould
for them - many of which are significantly better than the
growth is important and there are some simple design
approved ψ-values given in column 1 of Table K1 of SAP
considerations that can be adopted to help mitigate the risks
for the ACDs that comprise partial and full fill cavity wall
and to reduce heat losses.
constructions.
Care is required to ensure continuation of insulation
 
For further advice on details to reduce linear thermal bridging
wherever possible for best thermal performance. Where
please contact the Kingspan Insulation Technical Service
this is not possible, insulation layers should be overlapped
Department (see rear cover for details).
and ideally, insulation material introduced between.
In a standard cavity wall-to-ground floor junction the
main linear thermal bridge is the inner leaf of masonry.
This linear thermal bridge can be reduced by increasing
the distance that the heat has to travel through the
inner leaf of masonry. This can be achieved by means of
overlapping the partial fill cavity wall insulation and the
floor insulation. The key factor is the distance between
the bottom of the cavity wall insulation and the top of
the floor insulation (including any perimeter insulation
upstand).

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Design Considerations

Environmental Impact & Responsible Building Information Modelling (BIM)

Sourcing Kingspan Insulation’s BIM objects can be downloaded in
Revit and in IFC formats. For more information please visit
Environmental Product Declaration www.kingspaninsulation.co.uk/bim.
An Environmental Product Declaration (EPD), certified
by BRE Global to the BRE Environmental Profiles 2013 Design Standards
Product Category Rules for Type III environmental product
BS EN 845-1: 2013 + A1: 2016 (Specification for ancillary
declaration of construction products to EN 15804: 2012 +
components of masonry. Wall ties, tension straps, hangers
A1: 2013, has been created for Kingspan Kooltherm® K106
and brackets), BS EN 1996-1-1: 2005 + A1: 2012 (Eurocode 6.
produced at Kingspan Insulation’s Pembridge, Herefordshire
Design of masonry structures. General rules for reinforced
manufacturing facility.
and unreinforced masonry structures), BS EN 1996-2:
Responsible Sourcing 2006 (Eurocode 6. Design of masonry structures. Design
considerations, selection of materials and execution of
Kingspan Kooltherm® K106 produced at Kingspan Insulation’s masonry), BS EN 1996-3: 2006 (Eurocode 6. Design of
Pembridge, Herefordshire manufacturing masonry structures. Simplified calculation methods for
facility is certified to BES 6001 (Framework unreinforced masonry structures) and PD 6697: 2010
Standard for the Responsible Sourcing of (Recommendations for the design of masonry structures
Construction Products) ‘Excellent’. to BS EN 1996-1-1 and BS EN 1996-2) should be consulted
NB The above information is correct at the time of writing. Please regarding the construction of insulated cavity walls.
confirm at the point of need by visiting the Kingspan Insulation website (see rear cover

Residual Cavity Width

for details), from which a copy of Kingspan Insulation’s certificates can be obtained.

Sustainability & Responsibility A 10 mm residual cavity width is recommended between the

insulation and the outer leaf for wall heights up to 25 metres.
Kingspan Insulation has a long-term commitment to
For further details please refer to current BBA Certificate
sustainability and responsibility: as a manufacturer and
16/5299.
supplier of insulation products; as an employer; as a
substantial landholder; and as a key member of its The NHBC accepts the use of Kingspan Kooltherm® K106
neighbouring communities. with a 10 mm residual cavity, except for fair-faced masonry
applications in areas of very severe exposure.
A report covering the sustainability and responsibility of
Kingspan Insulation Ltd’s British operations at its Pembridge,
Herefordshire and Selby, North Yorkshire manufacturing
Wall Ties
facilities is available at Wall ties should have a retaining clip / disc for securing the
www.kingspaninsulation.co.uk/ insulant to the masonry plane. Ideally they should be BBA /
sustainabilityandresponsibility. NSAI approved and conform to BS EN 845-1: 2013 + A1: 2016
(Specification for ancillary components of masonry. Wall ties,
Specification Clause tension straps, hangers and brackets), BS EN 1996-1-1: 2005 +
A1: 2012 (Eurocode 6. Design of masonry structures. General
Kingspan Kooltherm® K106 should be described in
rules for reinforced and unreinforced masonry structures),
specifications as:
BS EN 1996-2: 2006 (Eurocode 6. Design of masonry
The cavity wall insulation shall be Kingspan Kooltherm® K106 structures. Design considerations, selection of materials and
____ mm thick: comprising a premium performance rigid execution of masonry), BS EN 1996-3: 2006 (Eurocode 6.
thermoset fibre-free phenolic insulation core, faced on one Design of masonry structures. Simplified calculation methods
side with a low emissivity composite foil, and faced on the for unreinforced masonry structures) and PD 6697: 2010
other side with a water-tight, vapour-open polypropylene (Recommendations for the design of masonry structures to
fleece. The product shall have a thermal conductivity of 0.018 BS EN 1996-1-1 and BS EN 1996-2).
W/mK. The product shall be manufactured: with a blowing
agent that has zero Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) and Lightning Protection
low Global Warming Potential (GWP); under a management
system certified to ISO 9001: 2015, ISO 14001: 2015, Building designers should give consideration to the
BS OHSAS 18001: 2007 and ISO 50001: 2011; by Kingspan requirements of BS / I.S. EN 62305: 2011 (Protection against
Insulation Limited; and installed in accordance with the lightning).
instructions issued by them.

NBS Specifications
NBS users should refer to clause(s):
F30 155 (Standard and Intermediate)
F30 12 (Minor works)
Pr_25_71_63_59 Phenolic foam boards
(Uniclass 2015)

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Sitework

 There are potential restrictions placed upon this

product which vary dependant on building type, height,
construction and location in Great Britain. For guidance
regarding the routes to compliance for meeting the
fire safety requirements of the Building Regulations /
Standards in Great Britain, refer to the relevant Technical
Bulletins and links to Government websites at
www.kingspaninsulation.co.uk/fireregulations.

Fixing Details
 Kingspan Kooltherm® K106 should be held in position by
the wall ties used to tie the two skins of masonry together.
 Wall ties should include a retaining disc / clip of a
thickness no greater than 10 mm. For advice on the
specification of retaining discs / clips, please refer to:
Ancon Building Products +44 (0) 1142 755 224
www.ancon.co.uk
 For a solid concrete ground floor the first row of wall ties
are installed in the inner leaf at 600 mm horizontal centres Figure 7 - Wraptite Self-adhesive Breathable Tape should be Applied
a minimum of one course of blockwork below the damp
proof course, or 150 mm (for the UK) and 225 mm (for the  The tape should be applied in a smooth and wrinkle-free
Republic of Ireland) below the top surface of the ground manner and should extend no less than 50 mm either side
floor perimeter insulation upstand (see ‘Linear Thermal of joints, board edges and abutting junction interfaces.
Bridging at Wall to Floor Junctions’ above), whichever is If necessary, additional layers of tape may be applied.
the lower. The seal must be maintained at protrusion locations
 For a suspended timber floor the first row of wall ties are e.g. wall ties.
installed in the inner leaf at 600 mm horizontal centres a  To ensure successful adhesion, all surfaces to receive tape
minimum of 200 mm below the top surface of the ground should be made clean, dry and free from grease, dust, dirt
floor perimeter insulation upstand (see ‘Linear Thermal and all other foreign matter prior to application. A gentle
Bridging at Wall to Floor Junctions’ above). pressure may also be exerted during application.
 Continue constructing the inner leaf up to the next wall tie  The outer leaf is then built up to the level of the top of the
course (450 mm above the first - usually 2 block courses).
boards and the process is repeated.
 The next course of wall ties is positioned at the usual
 When insulating a gable, insulation boards should be
900 mm horizontal centres in the UK and 750 mm
continued 200 mm beyond the height of the top storey
horizontal centres in Ireland.
ceiling and a cavity tray installed above the insulation.
 The next course of blockwork is installed to secure the ties.
Excess Mortar
 The first row of insulation boards should now be installed
between the two rows of wall ties, ensuring each insulation  After raising each section of inner leaf, before installation
board is retained tight against the inner leaf and joints are of the insulation board, excess mortar should be removed
lightly butted. and mortar droppings cleaned from exposed edges of the
installed insulation boards.
 Insulation boards should be installed with the composite
foil facer against the inner leaf, with the polypropylene  Use of a cavity batten or cavity board is recommended
fleece facing exposed. to protect board edges and maintain a clear cavity
(see Figures 8 & 9) or refer to BBA Certificate 16/5299.
 Each board should be secured at a minimum of three
points. Additional ties may also be required to satisfy the
structural requirements of BS EN 845-1: 2013 + A1: 2016,
BS EN 1996-1-1: 2005 + A1: 2012, BS EN 1996-2: 2006,
BS EN 1996-3: 2006, PD 6697: 2010 and / or to ensure
adequate retention of boards or cut pieces.
 Wraptite, a self-adhesive breathable tape, no less than
100 mm wide, should be applied to all horizontal and
vertical joints, board edges and abutting junction
interfaces e.g. Kingspan Kooltherm® Cavity Closer.
For advice on Wraptite tape, please refer to:
A. Proctor Group Ltd. +44 (0) 1250 872 261
www.proctorgroup.com

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Sitework

General
Cutting
 Cutting should be carried out either by using a fine
toothed saw, or by scoring with a sharp knife, snapping
the board over a straight edge and then cutting the facing
on the other side.

 Ensure accurate trimming to achieve close butting joints

and continuity of insulation.

Daily Working Practice

 At the completion of each day’s work, or whenever work is
interrupted for extended periods of time, board edges and
joints should be protected from inclement weather.

Availability
 Kingspan Kooltherm® K106 is available through specialist
insulation distributors and selected builders’ merchants
Figure 8 - Use of a Cavity Board to Protect the Cavity and throughout UK and Ireland.
Insulation Board Top Edge
Packaging and Storage
 The polyethylene packaging of Kingspan Insulation
products, which is recyclable, should not be considered
adequate for outdoor protection.

 Ideally, boards should be stored inside a building.

If, however, outside storage cannot be avoided, then
the boards should be stacked clear of the ground and
covered with an opaque polythene sheet or weatherproof
tarpaulin. Boards that have been allowed to get wet
should not be used.

Health and Safety

 Kingspan Insulation products are chemically inert and safe
to use.
 A Safety Information Data Sheet for this product is
available from the Kingspan Insulation website
www.kingspaninsulation.co.uk/safety or
www.kingspaninsulation.ie/safety.
Figure 9 - Use of a Cavity Batten to Protect the Cavity
Please note that the reflective inner facing will reflect light as well as heat, including
ultraviolet light. Therefore, if this product is being installed during very bright or sunny
weather, it is advisable to wear UV protective sunglasses or goggles, and if the skin is
exposed for a significant period of time, to protect the bare skin with a UV block sun
cream. Once installed against the inner leaf, the inner facing should no longer be exposed.
The reflective facings used on this product can be slippery when wet. Therefore, it is
recommended that any excess material should be contained to avoid a slip hazard.
Warning - do not stand on or otherwise support your weight on this product unless it is
fully supported by a load bearing surface.

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Product Details

The Inner Facing Resistance to Solvents, Fungi & Rodents

The inner (adjacent to the inner leaf) facing of Kingspan The insulation core is resistant to short-term contact with
Kooltherm® K106 is a low emissivity composite foil, autohesively petrol and with most dilute acids, alkalis and mineral oils.
bonded to the insulation core during manufacture. However, it is recommended that any spills be cleaned off
fully before the boards are installed. Ensure that safe methods
The Core of cleaning are used, as recommended by suppliers of the spilt
liquid. The insulation core is not resistant to some solvent-
The core of Kingspan Kooltherm® K106 is a premium based adhesive systems, particularly those containing methyl
performance rigid thermoset fibre-free ethyl ketone. Adhesives containing such solvents should not
phenolic insulant manufactured with be used in association with this product. Damaged boards or
a blowing agent that has zero Ozone boards that have been in contact with harsh solvents or acids
Depletion Potential (ODP) and low Global should not be used.
Warming Potential (GWP).
The insulation core and facings used in the manufacture
The Outer Facing of Kingspan Kooltherm® K106 resist attack by mould and
microbial growth and do not provide any food value to vermin.
The outer (adjacent to the outer leaf) facing of Kingspan
Kooltherm® K106 is a water-tight, vapour-open polypropylene
fleece.
Fire Performance
There are potential restrictions placed upon this product
Standards & Approvals which vary dependant on building type, height, construction
and location in Great Britain. For guidance regarding the
Kingspan Kooltherm® K106 is manufactured to the highest routes to compliance for meeting the fire safety requirements
standards under a management system certified to ISO of the Building Regulations / Standards in Great Britain, refer
9001: 2015 (Quality Management Systems. Requirements), to the relevant Technical Bulletins and links to Government
ISO 14001: 2015 (Environmental Management Systems. websites at www.kingspaninsulation.co.uk/fireregulations.
Requirements), BS OHSAS 18001: 2007 (Occupational Health
and Safety Management Systems. Requirements) and ISO Kingspan Kooltherm® K106 has a Euroclass rating of F.
50001: 2011 (Energy Management Systems. Requirements Kingspan Kooltherm® K106, when subjected to BS EN
with guidance for use). ISO 5659-2: 2012 (Plastics. Smoke generation. Part 2:
The use of Kingspan Kooltherm® K106 (in Determination of optical density by a single-chamber test),
thicknesses of 90 and 115 mm) is covered by has achieved a mean maximum specific optical density of
BBA Certificate 16/5299. 16/5299
smoke < 200 in both the presence and absence of a pilot
flame at irradiances of 25 and 50 kW/m2.
Standard Dimensions Further details of the fire performance of Kingspan Insulation
products may be obtained from the Kingspan Insulation
Kingspan Kooltherm® K106 is available in the following
Technical Service Department (see rear cover).
standard size(s):

Nominal Dimension Availability Thermal Properties

Length (m) 1.2
Width (m) 0.45
The λ-values and R-values detailed below are quoted in
accordance with BS EN 13166: 2012 + A2: 2016 (Thermal
Refer to local distributor or insulation products for buildings. Factory made phenolic
Insulant Thickness (mm) Kingspan Insulation price list for foam (PF) products. Specification).
current stock and non-stock sizes.

Thermal Conductivity
Compressive Strength
The boards achieve a thermal conductivity (λ-value) of
The compressive strength of Kingspan Kooltherm® K106 0.018 W/mK.
typically exceeds 100 kPa when tested to BS / I.S. EN 826:
2013 (Thermal insulating products for building applications.
Thermal Resistance
Determination of compression behaviour). Thermal resistance (R-value) varies with thickness and is
calculated by dividing the thickness of the board (expressed
Durability in metres) by its thermal conductivity. The resulting number
is rounded down to the nearest 0.05 (m2K/W).
If correctly installed, Kingspan Kooltherm® K106 can have
an indefinite life. Its durability depends on the supporting Insulant Thickness Thermal Resistance
structure and the conditions of its use. (mm) (m2K/W)
90 5.00
115 6.35
NB Refer to local distributor or Kingspan Insulation price list for current stock and non-stock sizes.

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Kingspan Insulation

Company Details Insulation Product Benefits

Kingspan Insulation Ltd is part of the Kingspan Group plc., Kingspan OPTIM-R® Vacuum Insulation Panel
one of Europe’s leading construction product manufacturers. (VIP) Products
The Kingspan Group was formed in the late 1960s and is
a publicly quoted group of companies headquartered in  With a declared value thermal conductivity of 0.007
Kingscourt, County Cavan, Ireland. W/mK, these products provide an insulating performance
that is up to five times better than commonly used
Kingspan Insulation Ltd is a market leading manufacturer insulation materials.
of premium and high performance rigid insulation products  Provides high levels of thermal efficiency with minimal
and insulated systems for building fabric and building thickness.
services applications.
 Over 90% (by weight) recyclable.
Products & Applications Kingspan Kooltherm® and Kooltherm® 100
Kingspan Insulation Ltd has a vast product range. Products
Kingspan Insulation Ltd products are suitable for both  With a thermal conductivity of 0.018–0.023 W/mK these
new build and refurbishment in­a variety of applications are the most thermally efficient insulation products
within both domestic and non-domestic buildings. The commonly used.
available insulation solutions are listed below.
 The thinnest commonly used insulation products for any
 Pitched Roofs specific U-value.
 Flat Roofs  Manufactured with a blowing agent that has zero Ozone
 Green Roofs Depletion Potential (ODP) and low Global Warming
 Cavity Walls Potential (GWP).
 Solid Walls Kingspan Therma™ Products
 Timber and Steel Framing  With a thermal conductivity of 0.022-0.028 W/mK these
 Insulated Cladding Systems are amongst the more thermally efficient insulation
 Insulated Render Systems products commonly used.

 Floors  Manufactured with a blowing agent that has zero Ozone

Depletion Potential (ODP) and low Global Warming
 Soffits Potential (GWP).
 Ductwork
Kingspan GreenGuard® Products
Further Solutions:  Rigid extruded polystyrene insulation (XPS) has the
 Insulated Dry-Lining necessary compressive strength to make it the product
 Tapered Roofing Systems of choice for specialist applications such as heavy duty
flooring, car park decks and inverted roofing.
 Cavity Closers
 Manufactured with a blowing agent that has zero Ozone
 The Kingspan KoolDuct® System
Depletion Potential (ODP) and low Global Warming
 Kingspan nilvent® Potential (GWP).
 Kingspan TEK® Building System
All Products
 Unaffected by air infiltration - a problem that can be
experienced with mineral fibre and which can reduce
thermal performance.
 Safe and easy to install.
 If installed correctly, can provide reliable long term
thermal performance over the lifetime of the building.
 Each product achieves the required fire performance for
its intended application.

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Contact Details

UK
Kingspan Insulation Ltd
Pembridge | Leominster
Herefordshire | HR6 9LA

T: +44 (0) 1544 388 601

F: +44 (0) 1544 388 888
E: [email protected]
www.kingspaninsulation.co.uk
For individual department contact details please visit
www.kingspaninsulation.co.uk/contact

Ireland
Kingspan Insulation Ltd
Castleblayney | County Monaghan

T: +353 (0) 42 979 5000

F: +353 (0) 42 975 4299
E: [email protected]
www.kingspaninsulation.ie
For individual department contact details please visit
www.kingspaninsulation.ie/contact

Kingspan Insulation Ltd reserves the right to amend product specifications without prior notice.
Product thicknesses shown in this document should not be taken as being available ex-stock and
reference should be made to the current Kingspan Insulation price-list or advice sought from Kingspan
Insulation’s Customer Service Department. The information, technical details and fixing instructions
etc. included in this literature are given in good faith and apply to uses described. Recommendations
for use should be verified for suitability and compliance with actual requirements, specifications and
any applicable laws and regulations. For other applications or conditions of use, Kingspan Insulation
offers a Technical Advisory Service, the advice of which should be sought for uses of Kingspan Insulation
products that are not specifically described herein. Please check that your copy of this literature is
current by contacting the Kingspan Insulation Marketing Department.
® Kingspan, Kingspan GreenGuard, KoolDuct, Kooltherm, nilvent, OPTIM-R , TEK and the Lion Device
are Registered Trademarks of the Kingspan Group plc in the UK, Ireland and other countries. All rights
reserved.
TM Therma is a Trademark of the Kingspan Group plc.
Kingspan Insulation Ltd is not associated with, and its products have not necessarily been tested by, the
GREENGUARD Environmental Institute.
Registered in England & Wales, No. 01882722. Registered Office: Pembridge, Leominster,
Herefordshire HR6 9LA UK. VAT GB428602456.
Registered in Ireland, No. 54621. Registered Office: Bree Industrial Estate, Castleblayney,
Co. Monaghan, Ireland. VAT IE4575069I.

Seventh Issue | 02/2021