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Elastopir® (PU): The advanced insulation material with effective fire protection

What is Elastopir® (PU)?

Elastopir® is BASF’s PIR (polyisocyanurate) rigid foam system for insulation applications requiring excellent thermal performance and fire protection, such as in industrial buildings, cold stores, and residential roofs, walls and floors.

Key Advantages of Elastopir®

  • Effective fire protection
  • Excellent mechanical and thermal properties
  • Low lambda value 
  • High-performance insulation even with low material thickness

What makes Elastopir® a unique polyurethane rigid foam system?

Elastopir® combines superb fire resistance with BASF’s patented rake technology, supporting the efficient production of high-performance PIR sandwich panels.

Superb fire resistance

  • Excellent thermal insulation and mechanical strength
  • Heat-resistant PIR core
  • Enhanced fire performance with reduced smoke
  • Protects structures behind the panel
  • Fire resistance in accordance with EN 13501-2: REI 30 with 100 mm and REI 60 with 200 mm
  • Factory Mutual fire-performance standard: 4880 class 1, 4881, 4882 and 4471

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Patented rake technology

  • Patented BASF technology
  • More stable panel production
  • More cost-effective manufacturing
  • Modular system design
  • Replaces conventional laydown devices
  • Adaptable to panel requirements
  • Supports precise panel construction

What buildings benefits from Elastopir® sandwich panels?

Elastopir® sandwich panels are used in industrial buildings, data centers, cold storage facilities, and residential applications where high thermal insulation and fire performance are required.

Modern data centers housing high-density server infrastructure for secure data processing and storage.
 
   
  
Elastopir® insulation helps data centers manage heat with high thermal efficiency and fire performance.
Insulated sandwich panels for durable, energy-efficient industrial building envelopes.
  
  

Elastopir® sandwich panels ensure efficient, full-surface insulation without thermal bridges.
Highly insulated building systems designed for temperature-controlled storage and energy-efficient refrigeration.
     

  
Elastopir® provides exceptional insulation performance for cold chain applications, reducing energy use and emissions through its low thermal conductivity.
High-performance insulation solutions for energy-efficient and comfortable residential buildings.
   
  

Elastopir® insulation combines thermal efficiency and strength for roofs, flooring, and parking structures.

How do buildings integrate sustainability and innovation?

Buildings integrate sustainability and innovation through energy-efficient insulation systems, low-carbon materials, renewable feedstocks, and advanced polyurethane solutions that reduce environmental impact while improving performance.

FAQ

Q: What is Elastopir® used for?
Elastopir® is used in sandwich panels, insulation boards, cold-storage facilities, industrial buildings, and data centers.

 

Q: What are the benefits of Elastopir®?

Elastopir® combines excellent thermal insulation, mechanical strength, and enhanced fire performance in one solution.

 

Q: How does Elastopir® improve energy efficiency?
Its low thermal conductivity helps reduce heating and cooling energy demand, supporting more energy-efficient buildings.

 

Q: Can Elastopir® support sustainable construction?
Yes. Elastopir® helps lower operational energy consumption and is available with solutions that support reduced carbon footprints.

       

Q: Why choose Elastopir®?
Elastopir® helps create highly energy-efficient buildings thanks to its outstanding insulation performance, reliable fire behavior, and long-lasting durability.

 

Q: What is a PIR insulation system?
A PIR (polyisocyanurate) insulation system is a polyurethane-based rigid foam system used to produce highly efficient insulation materials for buildings, cold storage facilities, and industrial applications.

      

Q: Why do manufacturers use PIR insulation systems?
PIR systems combine excellent thermal insulation, mechanical performance, and enhanced fire behavior, enabling thinner and more energy-efficient insulation solutions.