Tapered Insulation Roof Detail

Tapered roof insulation from atlas roofing corporation is designed to create positive drainage with the highest r values per inch of any rigid board insulation in the industry.

Tapered insulation roof detail.

Insulfoam i vii ii ix xiv and xv. Tapered polyiso minimizes the negative effects of ponding water and extends the service life of a roof. Flat tapered eps roofing insulation insulfoam taper is an engineered insulation consisting of a superior closed cell lightweight expanded polystyrene eps. It is also important to note that after investing in a well designed tapered insulation system it s critical to protect that system with a high performance roof.

Tapered acfoam ii product description. Acfoam tapered roof insulation helps prevent material waste reduces the roof profile and reduces fastening costs. Generally tapered insulation is the most cost effective method to achieving positive drainage on low slope commercial roof replacements. Insulfoam taper is cut from the same high quality eps as our flat insulroof products and meets or exceeds the requirements of astm c578 standard specification for rigid cellular polystyrene thermal insulation.

When correctly installed tapered insulation helps eliminate problems due to ponding water and can extend the longevity of your low slope roofing system. Tapered insulation carlisle s tapered insulation helps promote rooftop drainage while providing excellent insulating value. It is readily available in the two most popular and efficient tapers 1 8 3 18 mm per foot 305 mm 1 and 1 4 6 35 mm per foot 3 18 mm 2. Tapered insulation systems play a critical role in moving water off a low sloped roof and create the foundation needed for a roof system that will perform for the long term.