Product category:
Insulation
News Release from: Rockwool
Edited by the Buildingtalk Editorial
Team on 20 December 2007
Rockwool sustainable building at
Ecobuild
Rockwool energy-saving mineral wool insulation products will be demonstrated on its stand at Ecobuild.
Rockwool is also showcasing the industry-leading sustainability of its stone wool insulation in the Zedfactory zero carbon house at the exhibition Rockwool stone wool insulation meets the highest standards of 'cradle to grave' sustainability, energy conservation and recyclability
This article was originally published on Buildingtalk on 13 Mar 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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Visitors to the Rockwool stand will be able to see at first hand the superior four-in-one performance of stone wool based insulation products for the construction industry, encompassing the highest standards of sustainability, thermal efficiency, fire safety and acoustic protection.
The exhibition will focus on Rockshield external wall insulation, Rockfon ceiling solutions and the Rockpanel product ranges.
Rockwool is manufactured using igneous volcanic rock, an abundantly-available resource which in its lifetime can save 100s of times the greenhouse gases generated during its production.
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Managing Director of Rockwool, Hans Schreuder said: "At Rockwool we are passionate about our role in promoting sustainable building practices and raising awareness of the advantages of using stone wool insulation".
""Rockwool insulation is one of the most environmentally friendly and energy efficient construction products available.
Its excellent thermal properties cut energy consumption, reducing the need to burn fossil fuels and therefore cut harmful emissions of greenhouse gases.
"What's more, Rockwool is committed to minimising its use of resources and emissions of pollutants".
"Rockwool recycles significant quantities of off-cuts and production 'waste' back into the manufacturing process, along with carefully selected by-products from other industries2.
At Ecobuild, Rockwool will be showcasing: Rockshield is a high-performance external wall cladding range, suitable for insulating, weatherproofing and decorating all wall types.
Rockshield combines high-performance thermal efficiency with exceptional weather protection and fire protection to Euroclass A2.
Its decorative coats and specially-developed paints in a range of textures and colours provide a high-quality aesthetic finish to every building type and character.
Rockpanel is a high-quality cladding material for exterior facade cladding and verge finishing, available in a comprehensive range of colours, thicknesses and types.
Rockpanel range has an answer to every design challenge, whether the choice is for the durable high-end look of the Rockpanel Colours, or the design look of Rockpanel Woods and Rockpanel Metallics: Rockfon's sustainable integrated ceiling solutions offer a comprehensive portfolio which combine sustainability of stone wool with a well-established reputation for excellent acoustic performance and high quality design.
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