FAQs
INTERNATIONAL FOAM SYSTEMS (IFS) POLYURETHANE FOAM AND COATINGS
Q. WHAT IS POLYURETHANE FOAM?
A. Polyurethane Foam is a two part liquid that when spray-applied, expands up to 30% to form a monolithic, seamless, lightweight roof surface normally used in low slope roofing systems.
Q. IS IT NECESSARY TO COAT SPRAY-APPLIED (SPF) FOAM ROOFING?
A. Yes, Polyurethane foam must be coated to protect the foam from the destructive UV rays from the sun. Polyurethane roof foam must always be coated with white high- reflective acrylic coatings for foam protection and energy savings benefits.
Q. IS A SPRAY-APPLIED FOAM ROOF SYSTEM EXPENSIVE?
A. The price of a SPF system, although higher than common built-up roofs can actually be 30 % less when considering the 'Life-cycle costs of the roof over a period of time. Heating and cooling costs can drop dramatically with IFS reflective coatings that may reduce energy bills up to 50%.
Q. HOW LONG DOES POLYURETHANE FOAM LAST?
A. Polyurthane foam has been shown to last 25 years without internal degradation. SWD Urethane Co., a US company, and it's affiliated contracting companies, Arizona Foam & Spray and Ari-thane Foam Products have been successfully installing foam roof systems since 1969.
Q. DOES POLYURETHANE FOAM INSULATE MY ROOF?
A. Yes, It has an R value of 7.14 per inch of foam and may be spray-applied at greater thickness') for additional insulation values.
Q. CAN I WALK ON MY SPF ROOF?
A. Yes, SPF has a normal compressive strength of 40-50 lbs. psi. and can be walked on within 24 hours. Tell your tradesmen however, they must check with us prior to doing any work on your roof.
Q. WHAT ABOUT FIRE RATINGS?
A. SWD Urethane Company has UL 723, UL 790, FM and ICC classifications. HUASWD Urethane Company, Ltd., is recognized by Hu Bei province construction bureau with a three-year certificate.
Q. DOES POLYURETHANE FOAM ABSORB WATER?
A. NO, Spray Polyurethane Foam is a closed cell product that does not absorb water. It does however, have a low vapor transmission rate which allows the roof to breathe and keep moisture from forming under the foam surface.
TRUCK BEDLINERS
Q. WHAT IS SWD 951 "QUIK-SHIELD"® FOR TRUCK BEDLINERS?
A. SWD 951 "Quik-Shield" ® is 100% solids aromatic modified polyurethane elastomer formulated for use in a variety of commercial and industrial applications.
Q. WHY CHOOSE SWD URETHANE?
A. This is an easy answer - SWD 951 "Quik-Shield" ® works! SWD offers 'ONLY THE BEST' products, service, tech support, high pressure equipment, training and ongoing assistance to help you succeed. Call, fax or e-mail for references!
Q. WHAT OTHER APPLICATIONS CAN SWD 951 ""QUIK-SHIELD" ® BE USED FOR?
A. Commercial trucks, vans, jeeps, RVs, boats, and all types of vehicles. This product is also used in many construction applications. (See Coatings)
OTHER PRODUCTS
Q. WHAT OTHER PRODUCTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR HOME-BASED AND SMALL BUSINESSES?
A. SureMold creates kits that allow people to make their own foam objects, which are perfect for personal use, hobbies or home-based businesses.
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