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Wood frame construction exceeds strength InSoFast panels are stable and unaffected requirements but degrades over time. Wood by moisture variances:Panels exceed a gbaleStrength & framing members warp and twist as moisture 2,000# pull test. Polypropylene studs} . Stability levels vary. Nail"pops"are common. provide a stable surface with superiorl holding power and eliminate nail pops. Fiberglass insulation can hold many times its The maximum adsorption by total Water Absorption weight in water. Water damaged fiberglass immersion is less than 3% moisture of Insulation insulation must be removed and replaced. content for the InSoFast panel. ASTM:06817 The standard moisture content for above The InSoFast stud is a plastic product and Water Absorption grade wood framed wall is 10 - 15%. By will not absorb water or rot away. of Framing adding just 5% more moisture, such as in a Members basement installation, mold will grow. Basement walls must be able to dry. For walls InSoFast Panels are a Type III Vapor built below grade, drying typically means Retarder and are inherently mold towards the interior. Adding vapor barriers to resistant.This type of semi permeable- control the moisture actually keeps the foam Is the perfect insulating material for. moisture from being able to dry properly. If basements. placed directly against the masonry wall, an Vapor Control impermeable barrier keeps moisture from Moisture is able to dry inward as being able to dry towards the interior. If recommended by the Building Science installed over the wood frame moisture is Consortium trapped inside the wall cavity causing wood to ( rot and mold to grow. �/ The performance of the thermal barrier is InSoFast Panels are installed in a dependent in part upon the quality of consistent manner with no gaps.Tongue workmanship. For fiberglass insulation to &groove connections and alignment work effectively, it must be in continuous con- notches make installations fool-proof. Installing tact with its surrounding surfaces on all six Thermal performance Is consistent. . Insulation sides. It is virtually impossible for installers to achieve this on a job site. Even the smallest gap allows air circulation which kills the - insulation value. The current standard of frame construction With InSoFast,every room will be with r/"drywall and a 1"air gap requires 5", larger.The panel is 2.5"thick Including the Space Savings The air gap is an attempt to keep the bulk-In drainage channels. fiberglass from coming in direct contact with the concrete surface. Wood framing members are produced from No trees are harvested leaving them to trees and treated with preserve- absorb CO2. InSoFast panels require 25% Environmental tives. Fiberglass insulation is often produced less energy to produce than fiberglass Impact with formaldehyde. insulation.The InSoFast studs are made from 100%recycled material. Durability - 411 Wood frame walls attract moisture, mold, and InSoFast Panels are not susceptible to Service Life insects which eventually leads to wood rot moisture, insects,or mold and provide an: and deterioration. unlimited service life. 888-501-7899 InSoFast, LLC www.InSoFastcom