Roof

The thermal values for roof applications in post frame construction were derived by testing an assembly consisting of a corrugated metal exterior, 2" x 4" purlins, TempShield™ Insulation, a 2" x 6" to represent the top cord of a truss, and 1/2" wafer board. The thermal values are for both exposed insulation and applications where the insulation is covered for fire codes.

All Thermal Values are corrected for frame loss.
* Includes thermal resistance of 1.32 UP and 4.55 DOWN for interior air film.

Walls

The thermal values for TempShield™ installed in the walls of post frame buildings are based on testing of an assembly consisting of corrugated metal exterior, 2" x 4" girts, TempShield™ Insulation, a 4" x 6" to represent the support beam, and 1/2" wafer board as an interior wall covering.

Roof Installation

1. After trusses are set, run two purlins to make sure the trusses are not pulled out of line.
2. Attach TempShield™ 48" Staple Tab Insulation to the first truss with at least 5/16" staples. Temporarily nail a 2"x 4" block to the truss to prevent foil from pulling away.
3. Roll out the TempShield™ across the trusses and pull the insulation tight.
4. Install purlins over insulation. Nail or screw to trusses through insulation.
5. Pull tabs up and run a bead of silicone between them, press together. When the silicone cures, there will be a permanent seam.*
6. Install the metal roof to purlins.
   
   *Make sure that the silicone caulk is applied in a continuous bead with no breaks. Gaps will cause air infiltration which may cause condensation.

Wall Installation

1. After main supports are installed, staple TempShield™ 48" Staple Tab Insulation horizontally to the support beams.
2. Fold tabs out and apply a bead of pure silicone caulk in the seam and press the tabs together.*
3. Install the 2"x 4" girts and the exterior corrugated metal.
4. From inside the building, staple insulation to the girts.
5. If an interior covering is called for, install either metal or wood sheets to the inside of the support beams. This will provide a 1-1/2" nominal airspace between the exterior metal and the insulation and a 5-1/4" nominal airspace between the insulation and the interior wall material.
   
   *Make sure that the silicone caulk is applied in a continuous bead with no breaks. Gaps will cause air infiltration which may cause condensation.

Tabbing Insulation	Foil insulation installed with a finishing ceiling
Shown above is TempShield™ Insulation positioned beside the exterior wall. Interior walls may then be finished or covered with other building materials with no decline in performance. This application is appropriate in warm and hot weather climates.	Shown above is TempShield™ Insulation in a side wall application positioned to the interior. This application is correct in areas experiencing colder climates.

Roof Installation / Bottom of Purlins

1. Inspect the roof area for clutter in buildings where there is no ceiling.
2. Measure the distance between the trusses. Many times, the distance will be 4' or less. In some geographic areas, due to snow load, the distance will be as close as 2'.
3. Cut pieces of TempShield™ Insulation 6" longer than the distance between the ridge pole and the birds mouth.
4. Staple the insulation to the bottom of the purlins with 5/16" staples, 3" to 4" apart. Turn the edges down and staple to the side of the top cord of the trusses.
5. Staple the top of the insulation to the ridge pole and the bottom to the top plate at the wall.
6. Tape all butt seams with foil tape. Make sure the tape is applied so that a proper bond occurs.

Roof Installation / Across the Trusses

1. Inspect the area above and directly below the bottom of the truss for clutter. Pay special attention to water lines above the truss. Water will freeze if left exposed above the insulation.
2. Install 1" x 2" furring strips across the bottom cord of the trusses on 22" centers by nailing to the truss.
3. Staple 48" Staple Tab insulation to the furring strips, using 5/16" staples 3" to 4" apart.
4. Turn the tabs down and run a bead of silicone caulk; press tabs together thereby creating a strong seal.*
5. Tape all butt seams with foil tape. Make sure tape is applied so that a proper bond occurs. The Staple Tab and furring strip (22' on center) method for installation was designed for the bottom of the trusses. The furring strips run perpendicular to the trusses to compensate for any truss which may be unevenly spaced.

Wall Installation

TempShield™ can be installed either vertically or horizontally.

1. To install TempShield™ horizontally, staple the Standard Edge insulation to the girts using 5/16" staples.
2. To install TempShield™ vertically, nail furring strips on 22" centers and staple TempShield™ 48" Staple Tab Insulation to the furring strips using 5/16" staples, 3" to 4" apart.
3. Turn the tabs out and use a pure silicone caulk to run a bead of caulk; press tabs together, thereby creating a strong seal.*

* Make sure that the silicone caulk is applied in a continuous bead with no breaks. Gaps will cause air infiltration which may cause condensation.

Roof

The assembly used to test the thermal resistance of TempShield™ Insulation as it would be installed in new metal building construction consisted of a corrugated metal exterior, 1/2" extruded polystyrene thermal breaks 5' on center, TempShield™ Insulation, and 8" Z purlins commonly used in metal buildings.

All Thermal Values are corrected for frame loss.
* Includes thermal resistance of 1.32 UP and 4.55 DOWN for interior air film.

Walls

Thermal assembly tested for thermal resistance of TempShield™ Insulation in the walls of metal buildings consisted of corrugated metal exterior, 1/2" extruded polystyrene thermal breaks, TempShield™ Insulation, 8" Z girts, and 1/2" wafer board to represent an interior finished wall.

* Includes thermal resistance of 1.70 for interior air film.

Roof Installation

1. After the red iron is erected, install TempShield™ Staple Tab Insulation over the purlins by using 1/2" tek screws and screwing the foil to the purlins.
2. Fold the tabs together and apply aluminum tape between the tabs, press together to create a tight seal.
3. Install at least a 1/2" thermal break. If installing a standing seam roof, use clips with thermal breaks.
4. Install roofing either by screwing corrugated metal through the thermal break and insulation to the purlin or install a standing roof seam.
5. If an interior finish is to be installed, attach to the bottom of the purlins. This will create a 1/2" airspace between the roofing and the insulation and an 8" airspace between the insulation and the interior finish.

Wall Installation

1. Install TempShield™ Staple Tab Insulation vertically, using 1/2" tek screws to secure the insulation to the exterior of the C or Z purlins.
2. Fold the tabs together and apply aluminum tape between the tabs, press together to create a tight seal.
3. Install a 1/2" thermal break and attach corrugated metal to exterior finish.
4. If an interior finish is to be applied, install the interior face of the girts. This will create a 1/2" airspace between the exterior finish and the insulation and an 8" air space between the insulation and the interior finish.

Roof Installation / Bottom of Purlins

Before installing TempShield™, inspect the roof area for clutter—water sprinkler systems, conduit and lights. Sprinkler systems are especially important. All water pipes must be below the insulation to prevent the possibility of freezing in the winter. In many instances, the TempShield™ must be installed up near the roof deck.

1. Install 1" x 2" furring strips on the bottom of and perpendicular to the Z purlins on 22" centers. Use 1-1/4" self-taping sheet metal screws to secure the furring strips to the Z purlins.
2. Butt furring strips together and tape. Staple tape for reinforcement.
3. Use 48" wide TempShield™ Staple Tab Insulation and staple with tabs bent down.
4. There is no need to cut the TempShield™ Insulation to an exact size before installing, since the insulation is below the Z purlins.
5. Use a pure silicone caulk to run a bead of caulk down the tabs; press together. This will create a proper seal.*

*Make sure that the silicone caulk is applied in a continuous bead with no breaks. Gaps will cause air infiltration which may cause condensation.

Wall Installation

The same pre-installation inspection must be made to insure a safe working environment.

1. Install furring strips to the Z purlins with 1 1/4" self-drilling screws on 22" centers.
2. Staple TempShield™ Insulation to the furring strips with 5/16" staples every 3" to 4".
3. Fold the tabs out and run a bead of pure silicone caulk down the tabs. Press the tabs together to create a proper seal.*

*Make sure that the silicone caulk is applied in a continuous bead with no breaks. Gaps will cause air infiltration which may cause condensation.