How does efficient flat roof insulation work? Concepts from a construction site with Neopor

Many millions of square meters of flat roof are not yet green - this means wasting an enormous potential of living space.
Flat roof systems consist of a supporting structure and several functional layers. Almost all these systems require an insulation layer. It warms in winter, cools in summer, saves energy, and reduces CO2 emissions. The classical layer structure of an insulated flat roof is shown in the video, together with the options and benefits of a heat insulation with the insulation material Neopor®. In 1997, BASF had presented this product, a further development of the classical insulation material Styropor®. Neopor contains small infrared absorbers and thus ensures that even more heat stays inside the building in winter. In the video the insulation process of the flat roof of a modern certified sustainable building in Ludwigshafen, Germany, with Neopor is illustrated. Next to its good insulation properties, the specific benefits of the material comprise low weight, high stability and a good price-to performance ratio.

[@ctdaniels7049]

It's 3:30 am but I need to know about insulation.

[@basf]

Information about Neopor insulation system can be found at www.neopor.basf.us/ (for US) or www.plasticsportal.net/wa/plasticsEU~en_GB/portal/show/content/products/foams/neopor (for Europe)

[@RedEagleStyle]

I'm watching this at 4:05 AM. :)

[@lochland9810]

2:58 gang

[@ShadowRin567]

How thick will the drainage layer be?:-)

[@syedmohammedparvez2385]

Tq

[@adhammohammedriyas179]

Do you have this activity method statement?

[@bimaldatta5212]

Are these material available in India ? Who are the suppliers and what is the cost ?

[@Ronaldo-ou9vd]

Should we remove the installed tiles from the existing building roof to install a new layer for the green roof? Or we install these layers above the existing building layers?

[@basf]

Hi Adam, thank you for your interest in our product! Unfortunately we can't help you out without having seen your specific case. Could we ask you to ask an experienced local craftsman or architect to have a look at the situation who can then make a qualified offer to your specific case? Kind regards, your BASF Social Media Team

[@manoramauppal3137]

How to manage rain water in roof garden.if there is continue raining for some days.Is there any drainage system.

[@basf]

There needs to be a drainage system depending on the roof structure. But this is something to be discussed with the architect in dependence with the individual building.

[@pauldow1648]

What is cost please. Thank you.

[@basf]

Dear Paul,
thank your for your interest!
For product specific questions please contact our experts via the contact form of the following website: www.plasticsportal.net/wa/plasticsEU~de_DE/portal/show/content/products/foams/neopor_contact.
Best regards,
Social Media Team BASF Group

[@kiyoponnn]

@[The] White Rabbit lmao

[@PeacefulCountryLife]

High, very high. Way too high.

[@TMAN-hw8ep]

So after they put torch down membrane on top of the insulation board, they then put concrete slabs over it? Why isn't that in the animation at the beginning of the video? They just have the roofing membrane followed by the drainage layer and plant substrate.

[@basf]

The animation shows a general way of the construction of a flat roof, the solution with the concrete slab was especially designed for the BASF building D105. Because of the building requirements this design was necessary.

[@jamesfalzone6449]

What is the R-Value of the 2" Neop[or?

[@basf]

The R-value of Neopor insulation is dependend on the specific product used and the processing to the final insulation board. As we produce the raw material we cannot state on the final r-value of a specific board. It would be best to get in contact with the producer of the final board.

[@zinniazinnia2145]

Is it fire proof, toxic if caught on fire?

[@basf]

There is a good overview on this topic here: mit-sicherheit-eps.de/infocenter/sbi-test-comparison-eps-mineral-wool

[@frostsmaker8966]

I thought all concrete, insulation, etc can't win against the plant's root. The roots are slow but sure.

[@umarajan7827]

Is this available in india?

[@basf]

Hi Umarajan, you can contact our team in Basf India www.basf.com/in/en/legal/contact.html and they will assist you on your queries.

[@m.drakibulhassanbhuiyanlip4646]

How to make it in Bangladesh?

[@basf]

Best would be if you contact our office in Bangladesh:
BASF Bangladesh Limited
Phone [phone] - 5
www.basf.com/bd/en/legal/contact.html

[@brownboyshardboys4970]

How can I made in India

[@neggit2063]

just ask for Bob and vagene

[@preetiagarwal302]

Baka