Technical

AS/NZS 4859.1 Accredited Thermal Analysis

The performance of Reflective Insulation is measured in Total R-Values.
A Total R-Value incorporates the reflective properties of a product's surfaces, the size and angle of adjacent reflective cavities, and the surrounding building materials. All of these elements contribute to the Total R-Value which is certified in a detailed independent thermal analysis.

The thermal analysis and certification of Polyair’s building systems are conducted by Independent Consulting Thermal and Energy Engineer:

James M Fricker
F.AIRAH, M.EngAust, CPEng

Download Polyair's thermal analysis statement by James M Fricker.

Papers published:

• Computational Analysis of Reflective Air Spaces, AIRAH Journal, Oct 1997.
• Low Energy Housing Design, UNESCO conference, Alice Springs 1990 (co-author with Angelo Delsante, CSIRO).
• Calculation of Energy Targets, ASHRAE Journal, Oct 1987.
• Testing and Modelling Flexible Air Duct Insulation Performance, 21st International Conference on Thermal Insulation
  (co-author with Dr Peter Johnson, RMIT)