Izorok (mineral wool insulation): technical specifications and reviews

Izorok today is one of the leading manufacturers of basalt wools, intended for insulation of buildings. The popularity of the materials of this firm is due to their truly remarkable performance characteristics.

history of the company

The company "Izorok" was formed very recently - in 2000. In order to start the release of new generation insulation, his management had to reconstruct the old Tambov plant. Heaters at this enterprise were produced before. Started their release was back in 1982. During the reconstruction, German technologies were used, as well as equipment of the famous Swedish company Ungers. This made it possible to start producing much better materials.

And today the enterprise uses only innovative equipment, as well as the most high-quality and at the same time safe materials. This is what has become the main reason for the more than successful competition of insulators of this brand with other products, including many well-known foreign companies.

Use of insulation "Izorok"

The scope of materials of this brand is unusually wide. "Izorok" is a heater, which is most often used for insulation from the cold of enclosing structures of buildings. In addition, they are used in the assembly of pipelines, as well as in the construction of industrial facilities. The use of these heat insulators allows not only to increase the thermal properties of structural elements, but also to solve the problems of noise insulation, reduce fire hazard and reduce the load on the foundation.

Especially popular with developers are lightweight options - insulation Izorok 75 and 50 (density). They are often used to insulate the walls of low-rise buildings.

In private farms "Izorok" can be used for the insulation not only of walls, floors, roofs and the ceiling of the house. It is also used for insulation:

• Pogrebov and cellars.
• Doors and garage doors.
• Balconies and loggias.

Thermal insulation of the house and various structures with the help of this material is a simple and effective procedure.

How heaters are made "Izorok"

The main raw material for insulators of this brand is the basalt type of rocks. The process of their manufacture includes the following stages:

• Preparation of raw materials and additives before melting.
• Actually the melting itself. It is produced at a temperature of 1500 ^o C.
• Place the molten rock in a centrifuge in which it is stretched into fibers.
• Then the basalt "threads" are blown into a special fiber deposition chamber. Dedusting and hydrophobizing additives are mixed with them.
• Further, the fibers enter the pendulum stacker, where they are distributed and intertwined in the form of a carpet.
• Subsequently, the resulting web is pre-pressed.
• Then polymerization is carried out in the heat treatment chamber.
• After that, the carpet is cut into slabs or mats.
• At the final stage, the material is packed in shrink film.

Main advantages of materials

"Izorok" is a heater, the main advantages of which are:

• Ecological cleanliness. The materials of this brand are absolutely safe for human health and non-toxic.
• Durability. With the correct installation, you do not have to change the insulation throughout the life of the building.
• Low degree of thermal conductivity. Using Izorok materials allows you to cut heating costs by at least 20%.
• Versatility. Use a thermal insulator of this brand can be used to protect both walls, floor, ceiling, roof, etc.
• Excellent soundproofing qualities. Therefore, it is advisable to use it for insulation, including enclosing structures in urban buildings. For example, for balconies.
• Excellent compressibility. Due to this feature in the warehouse material takes up very little space.
• Light weight. Transportation of mats and plates Izorok is very easy.
• Ease of installation. Work on the insulation of enclosing structures with this type of insulation is able to even one person.

Reviews of the material

Izorok is a heater, opinions about which consumers are mostly positive. It is noted that it can be used for insulation of building envelopes with increased fire hazard. Izorok is completely incombustible. In addition, the positive feedback from this brand deserved due to its strength. It is impossible to break such sheets and plates during installation.

"Izorok", reviews about which in the majority are very good, differs and one more advantage. Consumers like the absence of shrinkage of this material. Not all domestic basalt wools possess this quality. Therefore, plates of this brand are very often used in the construction of frame houses. Installing them between the racks, you can not worry about the fact that over time the walls due to the appearing slits will start to be cut.

Well, of course, almost the most important reason for the huge popularity among the developers of Izorok materials, which can be judged as very high-quality, is the opportunity to save by purchasing excellent insulation at a low price.

Mineral wool "Izorok": varieties of plates

At the moment, this company produces such materials as mineral wool plates (excellent thermal insulation for walls), cylinders, semi-cylinders (for pipes), mats, and sandwich panels. All these varieties, as already mentioned, differ simply in their excellent performance characteristics. Mineral wool plates, among other things, can vary in density. The most loose material is a variety of P-75. These plates are not recommended for insulation of structures if they are subjected to any serious load during operation. The most dense material is marked with P-125.

In addition, this company produces the following types of slabs:

• Isoflor. Designed for floor insulation.
• Isofas. These plates are used to warm the "wet" facades.
• Izoruf. They are best suited for insulation of roofs.
• Izovent. This is a remarkable thermal insulation for walls, used at most for ventilated facades.
• Izokor. From this insulation sandwich panels are made.

Mats "Izorok"

This type of products of this manufacturer is marked with MP. In the event that in the manufacture of mats was used a shell of fiberglass, to these letters is added two more - ST. Next come the figures that correspond to the density of the material. In stores, mats are supplied in rolls. They are also used mainly to perform such an operation as the insulation of the house (at most horizontal surfaces without subsequent loading). They are also used to protect from cold roofs, pipelines and process equipment.

Cylinders and half-cylinders

Insulation "Izorok" of this variety is intended primarily for insulation of pipelines with hot and cold water, as well as heating systems. The diameter of the produced cylinders varies from 18 to 273 mm.

Basic rules for the installation of Izorok materials

When installing plates and mats of this brand, the following rules must be observed:

1. It is best to mount the material in several layers. This will prevent the appearance of so-called "cold bridges". For high-quality insulation, according to SNiP standards, the thickness of the material must be at least 150-200 mm. The first layer in double-layer insulation manufacturer recommends the use of lightweight, spring-loaded insulation from one side, "Izorok 50".
2. From the side of the room, the thermal insulation material must be protected with a vapor barrier film. On the street side - waterproof or windproof.
3. Between the heat insulator and the finishing finish, the ventilation gap must necessarily be arranged.
4. On vertical and inclined planes of a mat it is necessary to fix in addition with dowels- "fungi". The same applies to the material used to insulate the ceiling.
5. The insulation must be installed along the entire perimeter of the building or roof to create a continuous heating circuit.
6. Be sure to read the instructions for use before installation. Following it will avoid unnecessary mistakes.

Heater "Izorok": characteristics

At the moment the company "Izorok" produces more than 20 varieties of slabs and mats. Of course, all these materials differ in their technical characteristics. So:

• Density can range from 40 to 150 kg / m ³ .
• The ultimate strength for tearing off shreds is 3-15 kPa.
• The compressive strength can be as high as 10-55 kPa.
• The degree of thermal conductivity of the materials is usually 0.033-0.007 W.
• The degree of water absorption is 1-5%.

Other company materials

Izorok is a quality insulation, but not the only material produced by this company. In addition to it, the company produces:

• Waterproofing membranes.
• Steam insulation membranes.
• Scots designed to attach these films.

Of course, these materials also differ just by their excellent quality and at the same not very high cost.

Cost of heaters

Heater "Izorok", the characteristics of which allow you to judge it as a very high-quality material, and is not particularly expensive. Depending on the variety, the price of Izorok may fluctuate between 1500-6000 rubles per 1 m ³ . As you can see, you will have to pay more for this material than for polystyrene foam. At the same time, the price for it is comparable to the cost of expanded polystyrene. However, it should be noted that the last for vapor permeability, fire safety and the level of thermal conductivity insulation "Izorok" significantly inferior.

Insulated "Izorok", the price for which is not too high, you can buy from the company's dealers in a particular region.

As you can see, Izyorok insulation materials are reliable, durable, characterized by very good performance characteristics. To buy mats or plates of this brand for the insulation of a country house is definitely worth it.