Foam Insulation Technical Data

Environmentally friendly foam insulation

Physical Properties of EcoFoam

EcoFoam is produced from the combination of a two-component system consisting of a polymer resin and a three-part catalyst which, when combined with nitrogen or compressed air forms the plastic foam.  The physical process involves generation of a thick water-based foam by dispersing compressed air through the foaming agent. An aqueous solution of the resin is then coated onto the already generated foam.  The combined liquids polymerize (i.e. harden) into an inert plastic material and is similar to the reaction of a two-part epoxy resin. The curing process involves the physical drying (moisture removal) from the foam which is dependent on the permeability of the surrounding enclosure.  When cured, the pure-white foam looks similar to shaving cream, but with a hardness similar to styrofoam.  EcoFoam plastic foam is fully expanded as it leaves the mixing equipment and sets within 40-60 seconds. 

Chemical Properties of EcoFoam

No chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are used as ingredients or propellants, creating a finished product that is inert and non-corrosive.  Independent testing has also demonstrated that EcoFoam is inert to a broad range of materials including alcohols, glycols, oils, chlorinated and aromatic solvents, petroleum hydrocarbons, and other materials.  

When prepared, the EcoFoam resin contains 1% formaldehyde by weight.  During polymerization, the formaldehyde in solution is consumed by the reaction. The resulting polymer is an organic, nitrogen-based cross-linked chain that is generally classified as a latex, or aminoplast type of plastic.  The combined resin/catalyst is pH neutral (7.0), and when cured, results in a plastic material that is chemically inert.