Tensotherm is a composite material comprised of three component materials: a PTFE fiberglass fabric membrane exterior skin, a translucent blanket embedded with revolutionary aerogel thermal and acoustic insulation, and a PTFE fiberglass acoustic or vapor barrier interior liner.
Aerogel insulation is distinct from traditional types of insulation because it does not deteriorate over time or under compression. It is also 95% air, making it a light insulating material and a good fit for a lightweight PTFE fiberglass fabric membrane. The insulation value of a Tensotherm solution can be scaled to fit a project’s needs by adding additional layers of aerogel-filled blankets to the assembly.
At the Rita Rossi Colwell Center, Birdair will upgrade the original PTFE roofing system, installed by Birdair in 1994, with its innovative Tensotherm insulated tensile fabric, which provides enhanced durability, energy efficiency and aesthetic appeal.
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