Patented technology delivers improved thermal performance while maintaining non-combustibility and acoustic capabilities.
As pressure mounts on the construction industry to deliver more thermally efficient buildings while preserving standards of fire and acoustic performance, Rockwool has launched NyRock technology, an evolution in stone wool composition that delivers the lowest lambda stone wool insulation available in the UK.
Created using a new patented production process, this next generation stone wool insulation has a more efficient fibre structure that can deliver thermal conductivity as low as 0.032W/mK. Critically, this means that U-values can be met with comparatively thinner constructions which, in the case of external wall applications, creates the potential for additional interior floor space over a given building footprint.
Acoustic and fire performance
Alongside improved thermal efficiency, NyRock technology still delivers all the benefits of stone wool insulation, including durability, the ability to be recycled indefinitely, and acoustic and fire performance. Comprising naturally non-combustible volcanic rock, Rockwool’s NyRock solutions achieve Euroclass A1 – the highest possible rating – and can withstand temperatures in excess of 1,000°C.
NyRock technology will be rolled out across a range of Rockwool insulation solutions during 2022.
“To limit the impact of climate change and support the delivery of net-zero carbon in the UK by 2050, it’s the responsibility of manufacturers like ourselves to go further, reinventing and improving on existing solutions.”
“Our new products featuring NyRock technology will be significant for the construction industry, giving specifiers and building owners a true solution to the rapidly evolving needs of the built environment and its biggest challenges,” said Paul Barrett, head of product management at Rockwool UK.
Supporting net zero delivery
“To limit the impact of climate change and support the delivery of net-zero carbon in the UK by 2050, it’s the responsibility of manufacturers like ourselves to go further, reinventing and improving on existing solutions. NyRock technology does just that.
“While stone wool insulation is already known for its proven benefits such as longevity, ease of installation, circularity, and non-combustibility that is crucial for protecting people and properties, our patented technology builds on these advantages further.
“Whether specifiers need a solution to the lower U-values of England’s new Approved Document L that also maximises floor space, or a non-combustible option for a high-rise property with enhanced thermal and acoustic performance, NyRock technology’s industry-leading lambda value for stone wool and ability to reduce the thickness of a construction element support those requirements.”
To register for updates on the launch of products featuring NyRock technology, visit rockwool.com/uk/nyrock or click here.
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This sounds ideal for our dorma bungalow extension. I was am giving PIR a miss.
For improved sound and heat insulation I was going to put 50mm wr5 on the outside with wr5 150mm on the inside, to give a u value of 100mm PIR. Would like to see spec and prices in more detail.
Sir,
Could you please tell let me know the outlet of stone rock insulation material in
S.e.london and Kent.
Thank you