Resolution Phenolic Pipe Section

Resolution Phenolic Pipe Section is a high-performance, rigid phenolic foam pipe insulation solution manufactured in New Zealand by Accumen for HVAC, commercial, and industrial building services applications.

Specs

• Product Type: Pre-formed rigid phenolic foam pipe insulation
• Material: Closed-cell, fibre-free phenolic foam with aluminium foil vapour barrier
• Density: 40 kg/m³
• Standard Length: 1000 mm
• Pipe Diameters: Custom manufactured – any diameter available
• Wall Thicknesses: Custom manufactured – any thickness available
• Operating Temperature Range: –180 °C to +120 °C
• Thermal Conductivity:
  0.023 W/m·K at 15 °C (AS/NZS 4859.1:2018)
• Fire Performance:
  ISO 9705: Group 1-S
  EN 13501-1: B/BL-s1, d0
  AS/NZS 1530.3:
  Ignitability: 0
  Spread of Flame: 0
  Heat Evolved: 0
  Smoke Developed: 0–1
  AS 1366.2:1992: Flame propagation – Complies
• Closed Cell Content: >95% (EN ISO 4590)
• Foil Emittance: 4% (ASTM C1371)
• Compressive Strength: ≥150 kPa at 10% yield (AS 2498.3-1993)
• VOC Emissions: Complies with DIBt / AgBB Scheme 2015 – suitable for indoor use
• Environmental Performance:
  CFC/HCFC-free blowing agents
  Zero Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP)
  Low Global Warming Potential (GWP)
• Durability:
  Contributes to NZBC B2 15-year durability when installed to manufacturer’s instructions
• NZBC Compliance Contribution:
  B2 Durability
  C3.4(a) Prevention of Fire
  E3 Internal Moisture
  F2 Hazardous Building Materials
  H1 Energy Efficiency
  G6 Acoustic Design

Features

• High-performance rigid phenolic foam insulation with a nominal density of 40 kg/m³
• Factory-applied aluminium foil vapour barrier jacket
• Very low thermal conductivity (as low as 0.023 W/m·K at 15 °C)
• Closed-cell structure exceeding 95%
• Excellent fire performance with ISO 9705 Group 1-S classification
• Euroclass B/BL-s1, d0 reaction-to-fire rating
• Free from chlorides and halogenated fire retardants
• Wide service temperature range from –180 °C to +120 °C
• Lightweight and durable pre-formed sections
• Manufactured in New Zealand with custom sizes available

Benefits:

• Delivers high thermal efficiency with reduced insulation thickness
• Integrated vapour barrier minimises condensation and moisture ingress
• Supports fire safety and regulatory compliance in building services applications
• Suitable for stainless steel pipework, reducing the risk of corrosion under insulation
• Faster and easier installation due to lightweight, pre-formed construction
• Reduced project lead times and greater flexibility through local manufacture
• Environmentally responsible solution with zero ODP and low GWP

Scope of use

Resolution Phenolic Pipe Section is designed for the thermal insulation of pipework in building services and HVAC applications. It is suitable for use in commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings where high thermal performance, fire safety, and moisture resistance are required.

The product is suitable for insulating a wide range of pipe materials, including:

• Mild steel
• Stainless steel
• Carbon steel
• Copper
• Multiplex pipe
• Plastic pipework

Resolution Phenolic Pipe Section is appropriate for both low-temperature and high-temperature services, operating across a temperature range from –180 °C to +120 °C. Installation must be carried out in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure performance and compliance with applicable standards.

Fire Compliance

Resolution Phenolic Pipe Section demonstrates excellent fire performance and is suitable for use in building services applications where fire safety compliance is required.

• ISO 9705:
  Achieves Group 1-S classification
• EN 13501-1 (Reaction to Fire):
  Euroclass B / BL-s1, d0
  Low smoke production (s1)
  No flaming droplets (d0)
• AS/NZS 1530.3:
  Ignitability: 0
  Spread of Flame: 0
  Heat Evolved: 0
  Smoke Developed: 0–1
• AS 1366.2:1992:
  Flame propagation: Complies

When installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, Resolution Phenolic Pipe Section contributes to compliance with the New Zealand Building Code, including:

• C3.4(a) – Prevention of Fire
• F2 – Hazardous Building Materials

The Group 1-S fire classification correlates with C/AS2 requirements under the New Zealand Building Code, making the product suitable for use in regulated fire performance applications within buildings.