Evaluation Listing CCMC 13662-L
Green seal stabilized blend cellulose insulation

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Evaluation Issued:
2013-06-28
Re-evaluated:
Never
Revised:
Never
Re-evaluation due:
2016-06-28
Re-evaluation in progress
No



Preface: Masterformat 07 21 23.01, Cellulose Fibre Insulation (CFI) For Buildings

Preface Issued:
2011-04-05

Scope

These Evaluation Listings apply to treated, wood-based, cellulose fibre intended for use as thermal insulation (cellulose fibre insulation, CFI) in new and existing buildings. The continuous use temperature range is within –60°C to 90°C. The proponent has demonstrated that the product meets at least one of the following standards:

  • CAN/ULC-S703-01 (including Amendment 1), “Standard for Cellulose Fibre Insulation (CFI) for Buildings.”
  • CAN/ULC-S703-09, “Standard for Cellulose Fibre Insulation (CFI) for Buildings.”

The standard describes two types of CFI. They are defined in CAN/ULC-S703-09 as follows:

  • Type 1 is intended for pneumatic application into open areas with slopes up to 4.5:12, or injection application into closed cavities, such as walls, floors, and cathedral ceilings. Type 1 may also be manually applied (poured application).
  • Type 2 is intended for spray application with water or liquid adhesive into open areas regardless of slope (eg. attics), exposed surfaces (eg. walls or ceilings) and/or into any open cavity (eg. wall, floor, or ceiling cavities) that may be closed later. This product may also contain internal binders to increase the adhesive/cohesive capabilities of the sprayed fibres in order to reduce settlement and/or ensure it remains in place.

Standard (2001 and 2009 Versions)

Table 1. Performance Requirements for Physical Properties of CFI (Type 1 and Type 2)
PropertyUnitRequirement
Thermal resistivity m·K/W Minimum 18.5
Open flammability W/cm2 Minimum 0.12
Open flammability permanency W/cm2 Minimum 0.12
Surface burning characteristicsFootnote 1 FSI Maximum 150 (Type 1)
Maximum 25 (Type 2)
Smoulder resistance % Maximum 15
Moisture vapour sorption % Maximum 20
Corrosiveness – No perforations
Fungi resistance – Fungal growth shall not exceed that of the comparative item
Separation of chemicals % Maximum 1.5
Design density kg/m3 As determined
Table 2. Additional Requirements for Type 2 Product
PropertyUnitRequirement
Added waterFootnote 1 % Maximum 20
Design MoistureFootnote 2 % Maximum 20
Settlement – open spaces % Minimum 5
Cohesion/adhesion exposed surfacesFootnote 2 – Minimum 5 times the mass of the material under the test plate

Notes to Tables 1 & 2:

Footnote 1

Requirement in CAN/ULC-S703-01 version only.

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Footnote 2

Requirement in CAN/ULC-S703-09 version only.

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Labelling

The standard requires that each bag of insulation be identified with the following information:

  • manufacturer’s name and address;
  • trade name of the product;
  • generic product name;
  • material type and sub-type (i.e. Type 1 (open spaces) and/or Type 2 (closed cavities));
  • package mass;
  • standard number CAN/ULC-S703;
  • day/month/year of manufacture or traceable code number;
  • coverage table(s) providing the information described in the appropriate Subsection of the standard; and
  • a cautionary note as follows: “CAUTION: Maintain building, electrical, gas and oil safety code required clearances between the insulation and heat-emitting devices, such as fuel-burning appliances, chimney pipes, ducts and vents to these appliances (at least 50 mm) and recessed light fixtures (at least 75 mm) unless approved for insulation contact.”

National Building Code of Canada (NBC)

NBC References

The CAN/ULC-S703-01 standard is referenced in Clause 9.25.2.2. (1)(e) and Table 5.10.1.1. of Division B of the NBC 2010,

The CAN/ULC-S703-09 standard is not referenced in the NBC 2010.

Evaluation Listing CCMC 13662-L: Green seal stabilized blend cellulose insulation

Evaluation Issued:
2013-06-28
Re-evaluated:
Never
Revised:
Never
Re-evaluation due:
2016-06-28
Re-evaluation in progress
No



1. Evaluation

The product conforms to CAN/ULC-S703-09, Type 2. The thermal resistance value to be used is 25.87 m2·KW‑1/m at a design density of 24.24 kg/m3.

The product is to be applied according to the following coverage chart:

Coverage Chart for Open-Space Stabilized Cellulose
RSI Value ((m2·K)/W)Minimum Applied Thickness (mm)Minimum Design (Settled) Thickness (mm)Mass per Unit Area (kg/m2)Maximum Net Coverage per Bag (m2)
2.1 87 84 2.03 13.08
3.5 145 140 3.38 7.85
5.6 232 224 5.40 4.91
7.0 290 280 6.75 3.93

2. Description

The product is a Type 2, cellulose fibre thermal building insulation made from newsprint, ammonium, mono-ammonium, zinc sulfate, boric acid and starch. The product is mixed with water while being sprayed into open spaces (stabilized cellulose).

3. Standard and Regulatory Information

See the Preface and the standard for explanation.

Listing Holder

FiberAmerica
7072 Snowdrift Rd
Allentown, PA 18106
U.S.A.

Telephone:
877-279-1969
610-366-8600
Fax:
610-366-8651

Plant(s)

Allentown, PA, U.S.A.

Disclaimer

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