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FORMALDEHYDE-FREE
EasyFit has revolutionized the building insulation
industry by introducing an entire line of
formaldehyde-free fiber glass building insulation.
EasyFit Formaldehyde-free insulation provides
the same
high-quality thermal and acoustical properties
as conventional fiber glass – just without
the
formaldehyde-based binder. Why? Because it’s
a smart thing to do for our customers and
the environment.
Formaldehyde has traditionally been used as
part of the binder in fiber glass insulation.
Although there
is no health risk with the traditional product,
formaldehyde at higher levels may cause irritation
and
sensitivity. EasyFit Formaldehyde-free building
insulation utilizes an innovative new acrylic
binder that
eliminates binder-related formaldehyde emissions
during manufacturing and, once installed,
will not
off-gas formaldehyde in the indoor environment.
No formaldehyde means fewer things to worry
about.
Visit us at www.jm.com for more information.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
EasyFit thermal and acoustical fiber glass
batts feature vertical perforations that allow
installers to separate sections by hand, rather
than cutting the batt, to fit non-standard-width
framing cavities quickly and easily. The lightweight
thermal and acoustical insulation is made
of long, resilient glass fibers bonded with
an acrylic thermosetting binder.
AVAILABLE
FORMS
Each EasyFit package contains both standard
and perforated batts to meet all your insulating
needs.
APPLICATIONS
New Construction
- Wood frame construction – residential
homes, light commercial
- Engineered wood construction –
assemblies framed with 304 mm (12")
to 487 mm (19.2") on-centre
cavities, wide-spaced wood trusses or I-joists
- Interior wall sound control – interior
walls and floor/ceiling assemblies
- Basement wall insulation
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PERFORMANCE
ADVANTAGES
- Formaldehyde-free – will not off-gas
formaldehyde in the indoor environment.
- Fast, Easy Installation – installation
is
10 to 20 percent faster in sidewalls
compared to normal fiber glass batts.*
- Fits Any Width Cavity – either
as a whole
batt or in a combination of pre-cut widths.
- Thermal Efficiency – provides effective
resistance to heat transfer with R-values
up to R-20 (RSI-3.5).
- Sound Control – reduces transmission
of sound through interior walls and
floor/ceiling assemblies.
- Fire-resistant and Non-combustible –
(see Specification Compliance).
- Non-corrosive – does not accelerate
corrosion of pipes, wiring or metal studs.
- Durable – unaffected by moisture,
oil,
grease and most acids. It will not rot,
mildew or otherwise deteriorate.
- Resilient – bonded glass fibers
will not
pull apart during normal applications
and resist settling, breakdown and
sagging from vibration.
- Flexible – forms readily around
corners
and curved surfaces.
*Based on comments from contractors participating
in trials.
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INSTALLATION
Vertical perforations allow batts to be torn
to fit non-standard-width cavities for faster,
easier
installation. It installs by simply pressing
in place between studs. Fasteners may also
be used. Wire
rods, chicken wire or wire is needed to hold
floor insulation in place.
PACKAGING
EasyFit batts are compression-packaged for
savings in storage and freight costs.
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RECOMMENDED
STORAGE AND TRANSPORT
Store insulation indoors. Keep insulation
clean and dry at all times. When transporting,
cover completely with a waterproof tarpaulin
as necessary.
SPECIFICATION
COMPLIANCE
Conforms to NBC 1995 Article 9.25.2.2 and
to CSA A101-M
CCMC Evaluation Listing No. 12276-L
CAN/ULC-S702-97, Type 1
CAN/CGSB-51.11-92
SHORT FORM
SPECIFICATIONS
All insulation shown on drawings or specified
herein shall be “EasyFit Formaldehyde-free
Fiber Glass Insulation” as manufactured
by Johns Manville. Thermal
resistance “R” (RSI) values of
the insulation shall be R (RSI)_____in walls.
LIMITATIONS
OF USE
Check applicable building codes.
Technical specifications
as shown in this literature are intended to
be used as general guidelines only. The physical
and chemical properties of EasyFit perforated
thermal and acoustical fiber glass insulation
listed herein represent typical, average values
obtained in accordance with accepted test
methods and are subject to normal manufacturing
variations. They are supplied as a technical
service and are subject to change without
notice. Any references to numerical flame
spread or smoke developed ratings are not
intended to reflect hazards presented by these
or any other materials under actual fire conditions
Check with the sales office nearest you for
current information. All Johns Manville products
are sold subject to Johns Manville’s
Limited Warranty and Limitation of Remedy.
For a copy of the Johns Manville Limited Warranty
and Limitation of Remedy or for information
on other Johns Manville thermal and acoustical
insulation and systems, call or write to the
800 number or address listed below.
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