Evaluation Listing CCMC 13626-L
Handi-Foam HC Foam Sealant (Gunfoam & Strawfoam Versions), Handi-Foam Extreme, Handi-Foam Fireblock and Handi-Foam Black Sealants

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Evaluation Issued:
2013-06-05
Re-evaluated:
Never
Revised:
Never
Re-evaluation due:
2016-06-05
Re-evaluation in progress
No



Preface: Masterformat 07 27 10.02, Thermal Insulation - Bead-Applied One-Component Polyurethane Air Sealant Foam

Preface Issued:
2012-03-09

Scope

This Evaluation Listing applies to thermal insulating, bead-applied one-component polyurethane foam. It is intended for use as an insulating air sealant for both building and non-building applications. This one-component polyurethane air sealant is pre-packaged at the factory. The continuous-use temperature is within the range of -60°C to +110°C.

The standards referenced below cover bead-applied one-component polyurethane air sealant foam, whether it is applied on a building site or in a prefabrication (manufacturing) process. These standards include test methods used to determine the material properties and provides a means of comparing different polyurethane air sealant foams. These tests are intended for use in specifications, product evaluations and quality control.

The proponent has demonstrated that the product meets the requirements of at least one of the following standards:

  • CAN/ULC-S710.1-05, “Standard for Thermal Insulation – Bead-Applied One Component Polyurethane Air Sealant Foam, Part 1: Material Specification.”
  • CAN/ULC-S710.1-11, “Standard for Thermal Insulation – Bead-Applied One Component Polyurethane Air Sealant Foam, Part 1: Material Specification.”

Products manufactured in conformance with CAN/ULC-S710.1-05 standard are:

  • classified as Class I or II in accordance with their flame-spread value;
  • are installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and CAN/ULC-S710.2-05, “Standard for Thermal Insulation – Bead-Applied One Component Polyurethane Air Sealant Foam – Part 2: Installation.”

Products manufactured in conformance with CAN/ULC-S710.1-11 standard are:

  • are classified as Class 1, 2, or 3 in accordance with their flame-spread value;
  • are installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and CAN/ULC-S710.2-11, “Standard for Thermal Insulation – Bead-Applied One Component Polyurethane Air Sealant Foam – Part 2: Installation.”

Note:

The durability of the foam is assessed as the continuity component in an air barrier system between: (i) the principal plane of air tightness (i.e. polyethylene sheet or other proprietary products specified as the designated air barrier system and (ii) the window or door (i.e. wood, vinyl, aluminum).

Standard

Technical Requirements CAN/ULC-S710.1-05

In compliance with CAN ULC-S710.1-05, the product must meet the requirements set forth in Tables 1 and 2.

Table 1. CAN/ULC-S710.1-05 Technical Requirements
PropertyRequirements
Min.Max.
Air permeance (l/(m2•s) at 75 Pa) – 0.02
Closed cell content (%) 2 –
Density (kg/m3) 8 –
Dimensional stabilityVolume change (%) at −20°C – ±5
Volume change (%) at 70°C, 97 ±3% RH – ±15
Durability performance: air permeance per 1-m length after aging on client specified substrates (l/s at 75 Pa) – 0.05
Elongation at break (%) 5 –
Initial thermal resistance (without captive blowing agent) at 25 mm thick (m2·°C/W) 0.55 –
Surface burning characteristicsClass I – flame spread – 25
Class II – flame spread ≥ 26 ≤ 75
Smoke developed classification Class I – 50
Class II – 250
Tack-free time (min) – 20
Tensile strength (kPa) 25 –
Volatile organic compounds (time to reach maximum allowable limit levels) (h) 1 –
Yield (L/100g) Report value –
Table 2. CAN/ULC-S710.1-05 Permissible Concentration in Indoor Air of Possible Volatile Organic Emissions
CompoundMaximum Concentration in Indoor Air
mg/m3ppm
Acetaldehyde 1.80 1.0
Dichlorofluoromethane 0.42 0.1
Dichlorofluoroethane 3.83 0.8
Trichlorofluoromethane 56.2 10.0
Chloroform 0.49 0.1
α-Methylstyrene 2.42 0.5
Chlorobenzene 0.46 0.1
1, 4 Dioxane 0.90 0.25
Toluene 3.77 1.0
1, 2, 4 Trimethylbenzene 1.23 0.25

Technical Requirements CAN/ULC-S710.1-11

In compliance with CAN/ULC-S710.1-11, the product must meet the requirements set forth in Table 3.

Table 3. CAN/ULC-S710.1-11 Technical Requirements
PropertyRequirements
Min.Max.
Air permeance (l/(m2•s) at 75 Pa) – 0.02
Open cell content (%) – 98
Density (kg/m3) 8 –
Dimensional stabilityVolume change (%) at −20°C – ±5
 Volume change (%) at 70°C, 97 ±3% RH – ±15
Durability performance: air permeance per 1-m length after aging on client specified substrates (l/s at 75 Pa) – 0.05
Elongation at break (%)  5 –
Initial thermal resistance (without captive blowing agent) at 25 mm thick (m2·°K/W) 0.55 –
Surface burning characteristicsClass 1 – flame spread – 25
Class 2 – flame spread 26 75
Class 3 – flame spread 76 150
Smoke developed classificationClass 1 – 50
Class 2 – 250
Class 3 – 250
Tack-free time (min) at 23oC, 50% RH – 20
Tensile strength (kPa) 25 –
Volatile organic compounds (time to reach maximum allowable limit levels) (h) 1 –
Yield (L/100g) Report value –

Labeling

In compliance with the CAN/ULC-S710.1-05, each container/package must be marked with the following information:

  • manufacturer’s name and address;
  • product name and class;
  • tested bead width;
  • net mass per container;
  • lot number;
  • date of manufacture;
  • “use before” date;
  • conformance with CAN/ULC-S710.1-05 or CAN/ULC-S710.1-11; and
  • reference to CAN/ULC-S710.2-05 or CAN/ULC-S710.2-11 for installation.

National Building Code of Canada (NBC)

NBC References

CAN/ULC-S710.1-05 and CAN/ULC-S710.1-11 are not referenced in the National Building Code of Canada (NBC) 2010.

CAN/ULC-S710.2-05 and CAN/ULC-S710.2-11 are not referenced in the National Building Code of Canada (NBC) 2010.

Evaluation Listing CCMC 13626-L: Handi-Foam HC Foam Sealant (Gunfoam & Strawfoam Versions), Handi-Foam Extreme, Handi-Foam Fireblock and Handi-Foam Black Sealants

Evaluation Issued:
2013-06-05
Re-evaluated:
Never
Revised:
Never
Re-evaluation due:
2016-06-05
Re-evaluation in progress
No



1. Evaluation

The products conform to CAN/ULC-S710.1-11, “Standard for Thermal Insulation – Bead-Applied One Component Polyurethane Air Sealant Foam, Part 1: Material Specification,” Class 1. The time period before occupancy is one (1) day plus one (1) hour.

2. Description

The products are one-component polyurethane expanding foams, which can be used as sealants to control air leakage at penetrations (i.e. in window and door frames) within DuPont's Tyvek Housewrap air barrier system. The products are packaged in pressurized containers, which are available in various sizes.

The durability of the products was assessed with the following substrates at the window/wall interface:

Components Used in Testing of SealantResult of Sealant Qualification
Window or Door FrameAir Barrier Material
Wood DuPont's Tyvek Housewrap Pass
Vinyl DuPont's Tyvek Housewrap Pass

3. Standard and Regulatory Information

As per CAN/ULC-S710.1-11, the one-component air sealant foam must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and CAN/ULC-S710.2-11, “Standard for Thermal Insulation – Bead-Applied One Component Polyurethane Air Sealant Foam – Part 2: Installation.”

See the Preface and the standard for explanation.

Listing Holder

Fomo Products Incorporated
P.O. Box 1078
2775 Barber Road
Norton, OH 44203
U.S.A.

Telephone:
330-753-4585
Fax:
330-753-5199

Plant(s)

Norton, OH, U.S.A.

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