  | Background This five-story Administration Building for Pennsylvania State University in Hershey, Pennsylvania, had a problem with air leakage and inadequate insulation performance. Interior temperatures above 58 degrees were impossible to reach during cold winter days. Air movement, that produced a whistling sound and caused ceiling tiles to move, also produced condensation in the plenum. The University turned to a local architect firm to investigate and remedy the problem. Solution/Results The firm attempted to address the air leakage and condensation problems with several types of insulation. Foil-faced fiberglass and spray-on cellulose fell short of solving the problem. The architects were looking for an insulation material that would provide an air seal, but was breathable (vapor permeable), and also had low burn characteristics. In July 2003, the local Icynene Licensed Dealer met with representatives from the architect firm in charge of the project, and with the University's facilities management team for a short customized architect presentation, which demonstrated Icynene®'s superior insulation and air barrier performance. Shortly, thereafter, the local Dealer was awarded the contract to remove the existing fiberglass and replace it with Icynene®. The offices, which were once cold and unbearable are now comfortable to work in. To find an Icynene Licensed Dealer in your area use the Dealer Locator. Return to Project Gallery index. |
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