Wednesday, June 2, 2010

EPS Foam Insulation

This article is out talking about the Global warming effects of some insulation.  Thought should share it as GreenCoolingAndHeatingStore  uses only EPS foam insulation.  Our Crete-Heat and Barrier and Igloo products are made from EPS foam.

Feature from Environmental Building News
June 1, 2010

Avoiding the Global Warming Impact of Insulation

Two common foam insulation materials are produced with hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) blowing agents that are potent greenhouse gases— extruded polystyrene (XPS) such as Dow Styrofoam of Owens Corning Foamular, and standard closed-cell spray polyurethane foam (SPF). While all insulation materials reduce greenhouse gas emissions (by saving energy), insulating with thick layers of either of these two particular foams results in very long “payback periods” for the global warming potential of the insulation, thwarting even the best attempts to create carbon-neutral buildings. The bottom line is that designers and builders aiming to minimize the global warming impacts of their buildings should choose fiber insulation (cellulose, fiberglass, or mineral wool) or non-HFC foam insulation.

Tuesday, April 27, 2010

See Crete-Heat at the Radiant Panel Show in Reno May 5-8


See how efficient and quickly it is to use the superior under concrete insulation for radiant heat!  Simple as 1,2,3 and pour concrete!   Stable R-10 EPS insulation, shiplap joints provide a continuous thermal insulation and vapor barrier with tube fasteners all in one product!  EPS mold resistant, Qualifies for LEED points.  Shipped factory direct.  to see video and for more info http://www.barrett-inc.com/crete-heat.html or call toll free  877-904-8424.  Shipped in UV bags so can be onsite when you arrive!

Wednesday, March 31, 2010

Crete-Heat All in 1 product, insulation and radiant grid !

Crete-Heat modular insulation grid board system for poured concrete, keeps the heat into the slab and moisture out! Cuts install time by up to 2/3. 2 thicknesses for new construction and retrofitting existing buildings. UV proteced packaging for outdoor storage.Shipped factory direct to jobsite. Shiplap seams prevent moisture infliltration, Stable R-10 EPS foam insulation. total thickness is 2 7/8. Easy assembled, vapor barrier, radon barrier and radiant tube holding grid all in one product. Demand the best in your radiant heat system


http://www.barrett-inc.com/crete-heat.html

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Why Green builders are using Radiant Barriers


Save Energy, Natural Resources and have a healthier building with radiant barrier products.




Reduce your carbon footprint! Keep A/C from running so much, energy consumption will be reduced and you will be improving the quality and value of your building. Roof temperatures reach upwards of 165 Degrees F and attic temperatures can reach 130 degrees F on a typical August day. According to industry sources, radiant heat makes up to 93% of summer heat gain, and Up up to 75% of winter heat loss. Conventional insulations such as fiberglass or foam spray address two of the three mechanisms (convection and conduction) of energy transfer and are affected by humidity, but do nothing to stop radiant energy transfer.



That is why Green Builders are now using Radiant Barriers in new homes and renovations. A radiant barrier reflects radiant heat energy instead of trying to absorb it. During the winter, 50-75% of heat loss through the ceiling/roofing system and 65-80% of heat loss through walls is radiant. If you are depending on R-value (resistance) alone to insulate against heat gain and loss, you are not doing all you can to conserve energy. According to the Florida Solar Energy Center, Reflective radiant barrier foils consistently improve the performance of conventional insulation in ceiling and wall application. NASA has utilized radiant barriers for many years. Radiant barriers are used in warm climates to reduce heat gain and in cool climates to prevent up to 75% of heat loss from your building.

Saturday, February 27, 2010

EPA Qualified Gasification furnace

Winter Sale price on now, do not wait for summer price increases to order. Lock in savings and $1500 Federal Tax Credit now.  Shipped factory direct will heat hot water, homes, business, greenhouses and more with low emissions, long burn times and less wood.  see http://www.woodgasificationfurnace.com/ or call 877 904 8424 to order yours today and be energy independent.

Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Insulated Pallet Blankets

Energy efficient, reusable,insulated pallet blankets are a wonderful investment to ship/store perishables and temperature sensitive materials.  Uses include perishables such as, liquids, food, candies, flowers, medical supplies.You'll find our Insulated Pallet Blankets ideal for shipping anything that needs protection from the heat or from the cold This reduces product spoilage because products arrive fresh.The 1/4" MicroFoam has either pressure sensitive adhesive or velcro corners for fast and easy installation. Foil or white exterior. It is a vapor, moisture barrier.Our insulated pallet blanket is made with 1/4" Microfoam and lined with reinforced aluminum foil. This low-density, flexible polypropylene foam is light weight and easy to use. Maintains ambient product temperatures within -/+1 degree change per hour.http://www.barrett-inc.com/insulated-pallet-blankets.html  877 904 8424

Welcome to THE GREEN BUILDING PRODUCTS STORE


Barrett Enterprises is committed to offering Green Building products along with other energy efficient products that will help reduce dependency upon foreign energy products and reduce the drain on natural resources. We have the products you will need from the reflective foil insulation to the green radiant slab insulation to fire rated PlasterMax for over ICF's, to heating your company with renewable energy wood outdoor furnaces. Our products are used for Residential, Business, Military, Hospitals, Schools, Farms, Commercial, Recreational, Steel Buildings, Correctional facilities Concrete, Pools, Plumbing,Agriculture, Hydroponics, Government, Radiant Floors, Green Buildings, Modular/Mobile homes, and Insulated Shipping Pallets. All of our products are shipped factory direct and most qualify for LEED points.

We have offices on Amelia Island, Florida and in Sandy Point, Maine and ship nationwide, factory direct. We are a Women Owned Businesses (WOBs), Service Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses (SDVOBs), Central Contractor Registered Business, members of NHBA, NEFBA, and Florida Green Building Coalition. Retired after 28 years in Air National Guard