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Insulation & Waterproofing
Thermal insulation and waterproofing for steel building envelopes: rockwool and glass wool insulation for roofs and walls, and waterproofing membranes, vapour barriers and sealant tapes for roof laps, gutters and penetrations, specified to the U-value, fire reaction class and climate of the project.
What we fabricate in this sub-system
- Thermal Insulation Materials (Supplier-declared)
- Waterproofing Materials (Supplier-declared)
Technical Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Performance data | Supplier declarations of performance for panels, insulation, doors and windows, and rainwater goods — whichever applies to the item quoted |
| Performance declaration | Makers’ declarations per product type; thermal, fire reaction and watertightness values stated per product |
| Coating & corrosion | ISO 12944 environment category (C3–CX) for steel substrates; coil coating class stated on the material certificate |
| Fire reaction | Supplier-declared per insulation or sandwich panel type |
| Dimensional control | Profile geometry, sheet thickness and coating thickness verified against the material specification before packing |
| Documentation | Makers’ performance declarations, material certificates, coating thickness records and installation details with every shipment |
Section sizes, grades and tolerances for these components are issued with the quotation once your design basis and loads are received.
Advantages vs Engineering Considerations
| Advantages | Engineering Considerations |
|---|---|
| Specified to the build-upInsulation thickness and vapour barrier position follow the roof and wall build-up and the climate, so condensation is designed out. | Panel performance depends on the purlin and girt spacing of the frame and on correct fixings. |
| Fire reaction declaredInsulation is supplied with the maker’s declared fire reaction class and performance data. | Thermal and vapour design must suit the local climate; the wrong insulation build-up can lead to condensation. |
| Laps and penetrations coveredSealant tapes, closures and flashings for laps, gutters and rooftop penetrations are quoted with the membrane. | Doors, windows and ventilation need frame openings and trimmers detailed before fabrication. |
| One package with the claddingInsulation and waterproofing are quoted alongside the roof and wall panels so the build-up is complete. | Long panels and flashings are vulnerable in transport; packing and site handling need care. |
Certifications & Compliance
Every shipment leaves with the documents an auditor asks for. Scroll the row and open any certificate at full size.
China Steel Structure Manufacturing Grade I
AISC Certification
CE Marking – EN 1090-2 (CPR 01627)
OTC Document of Validity
International Welder Certification
Enterprise Qualifications Portfolio
DG Packaging Certificate
Labor & Scaffolding Contracting
Explosion-Proof Certificate
Industrial Pipeline Installation GC1
Power Facility License
Have drawings or a BOQ ready? Send them through the form and our engineers reply with a preliminary assessment.
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Detailed Engineering & Shop Drawing Development
Utilizing advanced BIM platforms such as Tekla Structures, detailed 3D modeling and shop drawings are executed strictly in compliance with AISC 360 or Eurocode 3 (EN 1993). Connection designs are rigorously verified, with manufacturing drawings generated to ISO 2768-m tolerance standards. 100% clash detection with primary architectural and MEP systems is performed to ensure zero structural conflicts during field erection.
Nesting & Material Optimization
Intelligent nesting layouts are performed using advanced software like FastCAM/SigmaNEST in accordance with EN 10029 / ASTM A6 dimensional standards. Accounting for cutting kerf (2mm-5mm depending on plate thickness) and thermal contraction allowances, raw material utilization exceeds 92%. Offcuts are digitally barcode-tracked to ensure 100% mill test report (MTR) traceability.
Raw Material Incoming Inspection
All structural steel (Q355B/C/D, ASTM A572 Gr.50, S355JR/J2) must be accompanied by EN 10204 3.1 Mill Test Reports (MTR). Incoming quality control conducts 100% dimensional and visual inspections under ASTM A6 / EN 10029, verifying thickness tolerances (Class A/B) and internal lamination integrity via Ultrasonic Testing (UT) to ASTM A435. Chemical composition and mechanical properties are spot-verified by accredited 3rd-party labs.
CNC Cutting & Edge Preparation
Plate profiling and component cutting are executed via CNC oxy-fuel, high-definition plasma, and multi-kW fiber laser equipment. Cut surface quality strictly complies with EN ISO 9013 for perpendicularity and surface roughness (Range 3/4 tolerance). Multi-axis CNC beveling machines execute weld prep bevel angles within ±2.5° and root face dimensions within ±1.0 mm.
Primary Structural Welding
Welding is performed exclusively by AWS D1.1 or EN ISO 9606 certified welders using qualified Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) supported by Procedure Qualification Records (PQR) per AWS D1.1 / ISO 15614. Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) and Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) dominate Complete Joint Penetration (CJP) and fillet welds. Heat input is strictly controlled, achieving weld quality levels conforming to ISO 5817 Quality Level B or AWS D1.1 standards.
Weld Distortion Straightening
Post-weld angular distortion, camber, and sweep are rectified using automated hydraulic flange straighteners and controlled thermal flame straightening. Heating temperatures for High-Strength Low-Alloy (HSLA) steels are strictly maintained between 600-650 Celsius (air-cooled, zero water quenching) to prevent microstructural degradation. Post-straightening straightness tolerances meet ±3 mm, conforming to EN 1090-2 Execution Class 2 (EXC2) and AISC COSP standards.
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
NDT protocols are operated by ISO 9712 / ASNT Level II certified NDT personnel. 100% of critical Complete Joint Penetration (CJP) welds undergo Ultrasonic Testing (UT per ISO 17640 / ASTM E164) or Magnetic Particle Testing (MT per ISO 17638 / ASTM E709). Radiographic Testing (RT) is applied as requested for heavy sections. Weld acceptance conforms strictly to ISO 11666 Acceptance Level 1 or AWS D1.1 criteria.
Trial Assembly & Shop Alignment
Complex geometries, long-span trusses, and heavy framing undergo 1:1 physical trial assembly or high-precision 3D laser scanning virtual assembly per EN 1090-2 / AISC requirements. Bolt hole alignment is verified (≥95% free-pass rate for high-strength bolts), and critical dimensions (span, camber, 3D spatial alignment) are verified within tight tolerance limits (±2.0 mm) to eliminate site fitting risks.
Surface Preparation & Protective Coating
Structural members undergo automated shot blasting to achieve SSPC-SP10 / NACE No. 2 / ISO 8501-1 Sa 2.5 cleanliness, with a surface profile (anchor depth) of 45-75 microns. High-performance protective coatings are applied using airless spray technology in compliance with ISO 12944 (C3 to CX corrosive environments), featuring Zinc-Rich Epoxy Primers, Epoxy Micaceous Iron Oxide Intermediate coats, and Polyurethane/Fluorocarbon Topcoats. Dry Film Thickness (DFT) is verified adhering strictly to the 90/10 rule.
Final Quality Inspection & Certification
Final Quality Control (FQC) performs a comprehensive audit, inspecting paint aesthetics (zero runs, pinholes, sagging), critical geometry, bolt hole pitches, and component mark traceability. A complete Manufacturing Data Report (MDR) comprising MTRs, NDT records, coating inspection logs, and Certificates of Conformance is compiled to support CE Marking (DoP under EN 1090) and AISC final acceptance.
Export Packaging & Logistics Protection
Protective packaging is engineered for containerized (40HQ/OT/FR) and breakbulk ocean freight under heavy maritime transit conditions. Structural members are bundled on heavy-duty steel skids with high-tensile steel strapping. Machined connections are wrapped with VCI anti-corrosion film, EPE foam padding, and heavy rubber cushions. All timber packing complies fully with ISPM 15 phytosanitary standards and IMO Cargo Stowage and Securing (CSS) rules.
Global Field Erection & Site Management
We deliver international site erection supervision and turnkey EPCM construction services adhering to OSHA 1926 safety protocols, AISC COSP, and EN 1090-2 erection standards. Field teams, led by multilingual HSE and QA/QC engineers, utilize high-precision total stations to maintain structural plumbness within H/1000 (25mm max). High-Strength Structural Bolting is executed via calibrated Wrench or Turn-of-Nut methods with 100% torque audit documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you supply a vapour barrier with the roof insulation?
Yes. The vapour barrier is placed on the warm side of the build-up according to the climate; we state the position and laps on the roof section.
Which waterproofing membrane do you use on low-slope steel roofs?
TPO or PVC membranes on insulated flat roofs and butyl sealant tapes at panel laps on profiled roofs, selected to the roof type and the specification.
What thermal and fire values do you declare?
Each product carries its maker’s performance declaration with thermal conductivity and fire reaction class. Tell us the U-value and fire class your local regulation requires and we quote products that meet them, with the declaration attached to the offer.
Do you supply the vapour control layer and tapes as well?
Yes — membranes, vapour control layers, tapes and sealants are kitted with the insulation. A correct insulation specification installed without its vapour control layer performs worse than a cheaper build-up installed complete.
What performance values do you declare for these products?
Each item carries its maker’s performance declaration — thermal transmittance and fire reaction class for insulation, watertightness and wind resistance for cladding and openings, flow capacity for rainwater goods. Tell us the required values and we quote products that meet them.
Can you supply the envelope without the steel frame?
Yes. We quote envelope packages against an existing or third-party structure — send the purlin or girt spacing, span and fixing details so the profile and thickness are selected correctly rather than assumed.
Which coating class should we specify?
It follows the site environment: ISO 12944 C3 for most inland industrial sites, C4–C5 near industry or coast, CX for offshore and heavy chemical exposure. Give us the location and we propose the coil coating class with the expected maintenance interval.
How are sheets cut and delivered?
Cut to your site schedule per building elevation, bundled by elevation and kitted with the matching flashings, fixings and sealants. This removes site cutting waste and stops accessory shortages.
What documentation ships with the materials?
Maker’s performance declaration per product, material certificates for the substrate and coating, coating thickness records, and installation details for the profiles supplied.
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