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Koolfoam SlabEdge
An innovative vertical edge insulation solution designed to be installed to the outside faces of concrete floor slabs for residential and commercial buildings, fully compliant with the new H1 Building Code changes.
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Energy efficiency and sustainability now govern how homes are designed and built. But when it comes to slab floors, a significant amount of heat transfer can be through the slab's vertical edge.
To address this, changes to the H1 Energy Efficiency Building Code since May 2023 require edge insulation to be installed on all exterior exposed vertical faces of concrete slabs - from the top edge down to the bottom of the footing.
This innovative thermal edging solution has excellent compressive strength and thermal performance, is tough, durable and moisture resistant and ready to help you meet the H1 Building Code changes with your next build.
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What is Koolfoam SlabEdge?
Koolfoam SlabEdge is a new product from the innovators at Koolfoam Industries. Made from XPS (Extruded Polystyrene) these panels are designed to be installed to the outside faces of concrete floor slabs for residential and commercial buildings. While the concrete slab is being poured, Koolfoam SlabEdge panels are there to increase insulation.
Designed and manufactured here to meet the requirements of all six NZ climate zones.
Because Koolfoam SlabEdge (including the XPS insulation panels) is made right here in New Zealand to the highest of standards, supply chain disruption issues are avoided. Koolfoam SlabEdge gives you a simple and cost-effective solution, the satisfaction of supporting local and the peace of mind of dealing with a Kiwi company who are designing and manufacturing for New Zealand Building Code standards.
Request A QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
Koolfoam SlabEdge has a high thermal conductivity performance. When applied to the full edge of the slab (no gaps or bridging through exposed concrete) Koolfoam SlabEdge delivers an average of R1 to the edge. It is resistant to moisture and retains its R value year after year.
Koolfoam SlabEdge come in two heights, to suit a 300mm slab and a 400mm slab. They can also be custom-made if required. Each panel measures 2.4m long and can be cut to fit, if required. Koolfoam SlabEdge panels come in packs and are lightweight and easy to handle.
Each panel of Koolfoam SlabEdge comes pre-finished with a concrete plaster outer to give a protective layer to the XPS. This makes for a tough and durable finish that can easily be repaired with standard concrete plaster, if required.
Yes! But it's best to always verify details with your designer or architect.
No special tools are needed as Koolfoam SlabEdge fits easily into the foundation boxing. All joiners, corners and cable ties are provided with the Koolfoam SlabEdge system. Koolfoam SlabEdge can be easily cut with a handsaw.
Koolfoam SlabEdge can be painted but only with acrylic paint.
During construction, it's essential any trades working close to the Koolfoam SlabEdge are careful not to damage it. Any building owner should be advised that Koolfoam SlabEdge has been used and that care should be taken when working next to the slab - especially with gardening equipment or sharp objects.
