Bauder introduces BauderECO FF, an innovative PIR insulation manufactured from 80 per cent biomass-based raw materials.

As we move towards a more sustainable future, Bauder is on the journey to revolutionise its PIR insulation for flat roof construction. The innovation stems from  employing the biomass balance approach in the production process. Introducing to their product range; BauderECO FF, a polyisocyanurate insulation manufactured from 80% biomass-based raw materials, as evidenced by the REDcert² certification and product specific Environmental Performance Declaration (EPD).

BauderECO FF has been developed to offer an alternative to conventional PIR insulation manufactured from fossil fuel derivatives – without compromising the performance of the product. The insulation is specified within warm roof construction for a heat/conditioned building on both new-build construction and the refurbishment of existing flat roofs. The revolutionary PIR insulation is already being selected by clients aiming to achieve carbon reduction targets for sustainability and a net zero carbon roadmap across their supply chain for building construction and refurbishment.

What is the biomass balance approach?
The biomass balance approach is a chain of custody model designed to track the total amount of renewable biomass-based raw material content through the manufacturing process or supply chain, ensuring an appropriate allocation of this content to the final product. The production method permits the blending of sustainably sourced materials with non  renewable resources. This approach enables manufacturers, such as Bauder, to integrate alternative bio-based raw materials into existing, complex production pathways efficiently with minimal requirements for additional or modified plant and equipment.

About BauderECO FF Insulation
The production of BauderECO FF insulation utilises the biomass balance approach sourcing approximately 80 percent feedstock from processed renewable biomass, replacing those derivatives obtained from fossil sources giving a reduction of embodied CO2 and conserving fossil resources. Combined with the biomass-balanced raw materials are recycled milling and sawing dust from PIR, coupled with other raw materials to create the insulating core of the finished product.

Plus points
BauderECO FF insulation offers numerous advantages including:

• Achieving low-embodied carbon compared to Bauder’s standard PIRoffering .
• The product is manufactured using renewable materials from biomass waste and residues to save fossil reserves, for example, agricultural production, crop, or food processing.
• Retaining all the advantages and technical characteristics of Bauder’s PIR insulation, such as weight, durability and fire performance.
• The product presents a suitable alternative for specifiers seeking to achieve sustainability goals while  maintaining the performance of Bauder’s renowned PIR insulation.

The above claims are verified in Bauder’s EPD certification and in accordance with our product specific REDcert² certification.

Flat roof waterproofing systems utilising Bauder ECO FF Insulation
BauderECO FF insulation can currently be used within two of Bauder’s warm roof waterproofing solutions, which have been tested and are available for specification.

Within Bauder’s reinforced bitumen membrane system portfolio, Bauder Total Roof System (BTRS) is available with BauderECO FF. There are a range of capping sheets for a tailored solution to meet individual project requirements. The completed waterproofing system can be enhanced with green roofs, solar photovoltaics (PV), or a biosolar system.

Bauder Thermofol is a single ply system suitable with BauderECO FF insulation comprising a mechanically-fixed application. Single ply solutions are adventurous for projects where loadbearing limits are a factor due to its lightweight properties. The membrane offers roof resistance for extensive green roofs. The waterproofing also allows for solar PV, and/or an integrated biosolar system.

It is important to note that under the biomass balance model, the resulting products may not contain quoted volumes of biomass-based raw material. However, the volumes of biomass-based raw material are allocated and verified by a third party certification scheme. In this process, the volume of biomass inputs, and Bauder’s outputs, are independently verified and certified in accordance with the REDcert² standard sustainability certification.

Bauder is renowned for its flat roof solutions which encompass green roofs, blue roofs, and photovoltaics. With the introduction of BauderECO FF, it is taking important steps by advancing its  manufacturing processes by implementing the biomass balance approach.

Clients choose Bauder because of the way the company approaches business, treating each project individually, and collaborating with clients to deliver the most appropriate solution for a building and all stakeholders involved.

Contact Details
For more information, or to discuss your flat roof project, please call 01473 257671 or visit Bauder’s website.