DIVISION 07
THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION
7000: THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION:
Thermal and moisture protection, which includes the materials used to seal and safeguard the exterior of a structure or building against humidity, heat, and air infiltration, as well as the associated insulation and accessories.
7100: WATER PROOFING
Armour Proof AP-7100 Wall Sealant unifies microcracks whilst also safeguarding the material from wind-driven rain and allowing for expansion and contraction as temperatures change. It also allows humidity vapor to escape from the substrate without causing blistering or chipping of the protective layer.
7150: DAMP PROOFING
Damp proofing is an asphalt-based coating that is sprayed or applied by hand to the outside of a wall. Dampproofing can provide satisfactory and lengthy protection for many crawl spaces and basements with proper surface drainage, correctly installed foundation drains at the footing, and the absence of hydrostatic pressure to drive water infiltration.
7180: WATER REPELLENTS
7190: VAPOR RETARDERS
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A vapor retarder is an element that decelerates the mobility of water vapor through a substance. The ability of a material to slow water vapor diffusion is defined by units widely recognized as "perms" or permeability.
7195: AIR BARRIERS
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Air barriers are designed to withstand the effects of air density difference. If joints and seams are sealed, conditions required such as gypsum board, outer sheathing equipment also including plywood or OSB, and fully endorsed flexible constraints are generally effective air barrier systems.
7200: INSULATION
A material that is used to insulate anything really, especially a building.
7240: EXTERIOR INSURANCE & FINISH SYSTEMS
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Insurance coverage for Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS - pronounced EE-fiss) applicators and project owners has been difficult to obtain in recent years.
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Exterior Insulation and Finish System (EIFS) is a type of external walls that use rigid insulation panels on the outside of the wall cladding and a plaster-like outer skin.
7270: FIRESTOPPING
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Firestops are physical barriers that impede the dispersion of fire, lethal fumes, and toxic vapors through gaps formed throughout building renovations and the assembly of electrical, communication systems, pipework, and ventilators, along with grease ducts.
7000: THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION:
Thermal and moisture protection, which includes the materials used to seal and safeguard the exterior of a structure or building against humidity, heat, and air infiltration, as well as the associated insulation and accessories.
7300: SHINGLES & ROOF TILES
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Because of their weight, tiles can withstand bigger and more powerful winds and perform well in cold climates.
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Tiles also have a lifespan of 50 to 100 years, whereas shingles only have a lifespan of 20 years. Although tiles are much stronger, they are still periodic maintenance to operate effectively. (
7313: METAL SHINGLES
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An asphalt shingle, tile shingle, or wood shingle roof can be imitated with metal shingles. The advantages of both are available to homeowners with metal shingle roofs: a traditional roof's aesthetic and the advanced manufacturing longevity of metal.
7400: ROOFING & SIDING
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Siding is a surface material applied to a building's outside in order to shield it from the weather, retain heat, and visually harmonize the exterior. The term "siding" refers to wood siding or wood-like items used on dwellings.
7467: STEEL SIDING
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Metal siding is a popular choice for exterior cladding because of its simplicity of installation, longevity, and outstanding protection against the weather.
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Steel siding for households is made of either aluminum or steel, either of which has advantages and disadvantages.
7480: EXTERIOR WALL ASSEMBLIES
7500: MEMBRANE ROOFING
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Membrane roofing is a kind of roof installation that can be applied to building structures, Recreational vehicles, bodies of water, and in certain instances tanks.
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It is utilized to make a waterproof covering to protect a structure's enclosure. Synthetic rubber, thermoplastic (Polyvinyl chloride or similar material), or modified asphalt among the most frequently used materials for cell wall roofs.
7570: TRAFFIC COATINGS
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Traffic coatings are indeed a valuable tool for maintenance operations on congested interfaces. Sealants, as the primary layer of protection against the elements and physical contact, play a crucial role in preventing damage to high-traffic pedestrians and vehicles contact surfaces.
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Traditional crosswalk sealants are polyurethane with elastomeric attributes. The utilization protects your home purchase from Uv exposure, crossings micro and small cracks in the concrete and strengthens the sustainability of ones property investment.
7600: FLASHING & SHEET METAL
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Structural steel flashings are narrow pieces of water resistant steel which are installed in place to avoid water from entering an architecture.
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Structural steel flashings are utilized in new houses to reduce water passage inside artifacts like doors and windows, fireplaces, window frames, walls, and vent pipelines.
7610: SHEET METAL ROOFING
Corrugated metal roofing is made from metal sheets that have been roll shaped into metal sheets. Screws are then used to secure the sheets to the ceiling. Sheeting steel is an unprotected fastener panel, which means that each fastener is visible on the surface of the panel. Sheeting stainless steel has been generally rounded bendy in form.
7620: SHEET METAL FLASHING & TRIM
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Metal trim and flashing is utilized to stop water from entering a structure in a roof installation or a metal building. It is used in exterior siding and wall cladding systems.
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Sheet metal flashings are slender slices of waterproof steel that are secured in place to keep water from leaking into a structure. Structural steel fittings are utilized in residential architecture to lower pathway around objects like doors, fireplaces, windows, walls, as well as exhaust tubing.
7700: ROOFING SPECIALTIES & ACCESSORIES
7800: SKYLIGHTS
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A skylight (also known as a rooflight) is an energy configuration or window, typically manufactured of translucent or opaque windows, which shapes everything or portion of a structure's ceiling for natural daylight and ventilation.
7900: JOINT SEALERS
Joint sealants are a vital part for architecture and construction because they are used to seal joints and openings (gaps) between two or more substrates. Sealants are utilized to seal edges as well as entry points in either a wide range of construction purposes, including: high-rise and lower-rise commercial buildings.