Stroykompleks Group introduces Thermo-SIM, a cutting-edge heat-insulating plaster suitable for all building types, both indoors and outdoors (Patent No. 2004-00799). This innovative system eliminates the need for traditional wall insulation like polystyrene or mineral wool.
Thermo-SIM significantly reduces labor and material costs in both renovation and new construction projects. It forms a comprehensive thermal insulation system that saves energy, optimizes energy use, and minimizes air pollution. Thermo-SIM can reduce wall thickness by up to 30%, lessening the load on the foundation and decreasing overall capital expenditures.
Key benefits of Thermo-SIM include:
1. Low Thermal Conductivity: With a thermal conductivity coefficient of ?= 0.064 kcal/mch°C, Thermo-SIM provides a 30% reduction in building heat loss. A 2.5 cm layer of Thermo-SIM offers the same thermal insulation as a two-brick wall, leading to significant heating cost savings and reduced wall thickness.
2. Fire Safety: Thermo-SIM is non-combustible and classified as G1(A1) fire resistant. Unlike polystyrene, it resists open flame and doesn’t release suffocating gases, smoke, or toxic substances during a fire. It can withstand temperatures for 40-60 minutes, preventing the melting of reinforcing steel within wall blocks and potential building collapse. Thermo-SIM also endures multiple temperature fluctuation cycles.
Thermo-SIM does not contain polystyrene (EPS), which is flammable and releases extremely dangerous cyanide-containing gases when burned. Due to the movement of gases from warmer to cooler zones, harmful substances from burning polystyrene can easily penetrate into living spaces. Thermo-SIM can be used in facilities where polystyrene is prohibited, such as hospitals, schools, and buildings with high humidity, like swimming pools and saunas.
3. Weight: Weighing only 320 kg/m3 when dry, Thermo-SIM is five times lighter than conventional plaster (1300 kg/m3) and floats freely in water. This reduces the static load on the building, allowing for thinner walls and decreased foundation stress, ultimately lowering construction costs.
4. Low Water Absorption: Thermo-SIM’s very low water absorption (<3% by volume after 120 days) indicates excellent waterproofing properties. 5. Adhesion Strength: Thermo-SIM achieves concrete-like strength (1.4 N/mm adhesion strength) within 10 days of application. 6. Vapor Permeability: Thermo-SIM allows walls to "breathe" due to its high vapor permeability and low diffusion resistance. Thermo-SIM is ideal for sealing and insulating openings in walls, window slopes, inter-panel joints, panel building ends, and various utility access points, ensuring long-term building preservation and functional reliability. It's also suitable for filling gaps during communication installations and window block mounting, overcoming the drawbacks of traditional polystyrene, semi-rigid fiberglass, or mineral wool insulation. 7. Work Efficiency: Four plasterers can cover 120-180 sq. m. per shift with a 2.5 cm layer of Thermo-SIM. Its ease of application saves time, reduces the need for specialized equipment, and simplifies the plastering process. The application process mirrors that of standard plaster, making it faster, easier, and cheaper compared to insulation systems using mineral wool or polystyrene. Application to the working surface is done manually with a regular spatula. Thermo-SIM's efficiency speeds up construction timelines. Unlike polystyrene and mineral wool, which require curing time for cement-based adhesives and additional time for securing insulation plates with dowels and embedding reinforcing mesh, Thermo-SIM simplifies the process. 8. Versatility: Thermo-SIM bonds well with all wall materials, including stone, brick, concrete, aerated concrete, cement, gypsum, and metal. It forms a seamless connection, preventing air pockets and moisture accumulation between wall layers. Thermo-SIM can be applied in single or multiple layers as a leveling and insulating primer plaster for both interior and exterior walls in renovation or new construction. It provides effective insulation even on uneven surfaces where polystyrene or mineral wool are difficult to use. 9. Ecological Safety: Made from environmentally friendly raw materials, Thermo-SIM is safe for humans and the environment. It contains natural inorganic substances and is free from asbestos, polystyrene (EPS), and toxic chemicals. 10. Facade Design Freedom: Thermo-SIM allows for creative architectural and color solutions on facades and individual architectural details. The outer layer acts as a protective, water-repellent finish that resists cracking from temperature fluctuations. Decorative facade tiles, marble chips, and paints can be used on the outer layer of Thermo-SIM to create beautiful textured building surfaces. 11. Technical Specifications: Appearance: Dry powder Packaging: 9 kg paper kraft bag Working Temperature: Above +5°C Consumption: 9 kg/m2 of dry powder at 2.5 cm thickness Ready for Painting: 48 hours after application Thermal Conductivity Coefficient: 0.064 kcal/mch°C Water Absorption: <3% (after 120 days) Adhesion Strength: 1.4 N/mm Fire Resistance: Class G1(A1) Weight: 320 kg/m3 Shelf Life: 1.5 years from the date of manufacture