Fi-Foil's RetroShield System Increases Thermal Efficiency In Metal Buildings

Auburndale, FL (April 24, 2007) - Can business owners reduce labor costs, increase energy efficiency, and qualify for LEED Green Building Rating System by installing a single product? It can be done with Fi-Foil's RetroShield® System. It is the ideal solution for the retrofitting and upgrading of insulation systems in new and existing metal buildings.

RetroShield System

Developed primarily for the metal building industry, the RetroShield® System is an exclusive system that incorporates the RBI Shield, which features Fi-Foil's revolutionary reflective insulation technology and a clip & pin component. "Fi-Foil's patented system really performs, and is simple to install," states Bill Lippy, Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer for Fi- Foil. "RetroShield® provides energy efficiency and ease of installation for reduced construction and operating costs." The system gives superior thermal performance by reflecting 97% of radiant heat and by covering the entire bottom of the purlin surface, a weak area in metal building systems in regards to thermal performance. Other benefits include its ability to reduce sound transmission and the fact that it qualifies projects for LEED Green Building Rating System credits such as Energy and Atmosphere, Material and Resources, Building Reuse and Construction Waste Management, and Recycled Content.

The components of the system are what make the RetroShield® System such a highly effective product. A reflective insulation, called RBI Shield, is used to maximize energy efficiency for any roof or wall retrofit application. The high reflectivity and low emissivity of RBI Shield® provides superior thermal performance and cost efficiency that is environmentally friendly. This type of reflective insulation is highly effective in commercial building walls because it delays the rise in temperature that occurs during afternoon hours in hot climates and it reflects the radiant energy striking the surfaces on the building and is a low emitter of radiant energy. Building occupants have the environmental benefit in that the product does not emit fumes, particles or other toxins that could degenerate the indoor air quality of the building.

The clip & pin component allows for simple installation on roof purlins and side walls. It easily attaches to the lip of the purlin to mechanically secure the reflective insulation without the need for glue and support cables like other insulation systems. Another advantage of this feature is that it facilitates quick installation. In some cases buildings were ready in less than six weeks. Overall, the clip & pin component reduces expensive labor costs, and eliminates the need for additional framing or other alterations to complete the retrofit process.

Fi-Foil Company, Inc. is one the nation's largest manufacturers and distributors of energyefficient reflective insulation and radiant barriers for residential, commercial, and agricultural buildings. Fi-Foil is firmly committed to the principles of sustainable construction, including energy conservation, life-cycle performance, and minimal landfill impact. Their radiant barrier and reflective insulation products are Energy Star® compliant and meet or exceed various performance and code criteria established by national, regional and local governing bodies.

For detailed information about the Fi-Foil and all its product offerings, visit their web site at www.fifoil.com.

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