CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
Selecting the right profiles for construction projects
Construction industry
Selecting the right profiles for construction projects
BEST PROFILES FOR CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
We manufacture durable, high-quality profiles for all construction needs. In the door and window industries, the most common profile material is silicone, but other materials are used depending on the use case. Profiles in construction industries require a long service life, weather resistance, high tolerance for temperature changes, fast recovery, and UV resistance. Silicone and foam silicone meet these requirements best and are the most commonly used materials. Foam silicone is an especially good insulator for both air and noise. Other commonly used materials we offer are TPE/TPV, and a more ecological option for these profiles, Bio-TPE, where 65 % of fossil materials have been replaced with bio-based oils
V.A.V. Group finds solutions to various profile needs
In our collaboration with Honkarakenne, we had to consider many factors to provide the best possible profiles for log house construction. Read more about our collaboration here!
SILICONE AND FOAM SILICONE MAIN ABILITIES
Long service life
Weather resistance
Temperature changes
Fast recovery
UV resistance
V.A.V. GROUP FINDS SOLUTIONS TO
VARIOUS PROFILE NEEDS
In our collaboration with Honkarakenne, we had to consider many factors to provide the best possible profiles for log house construction. Read more about our collaboration.
Understanding Your Needs
Before you start your search for the right insulation material, it is important to have a clear understanding of your needs. What type of space are you insulating? What are the climate of the construction location and the temperature range you wish to maintain indoors? Is there a time or price constraint?
We at V.A.V. Group always aim for a two-week delivery time from the order and are ready to help you find the right materials. Our flexible production lines make it easy to manufacture and further process batch sizes ranging from small to medium. We also have experience in manufacturing profiles that are compatible with automatic installation tools.
Common Insulation Materials for Construction
Due to the excellent properties of silicone, silicone profiles are one of the most multi-purpose seals available. They are also the most commonly used profiles in many industries. The desired composition and qualities, like flexibility, improved tear resistance, or temperature limits, can be achieved with different blends.
Our foam silicone is especially good for loud city environments as it’s very good for keeping out air as well as noise. For construction purposes our self-adhesive seals are also helpful: they can be either permanently mounted without any additional installation, or used to help in the installation process of flat surfaces.
For fire doors and fire security, read more about our fire-retardant Fire X -profile.
Fire x for extreme environments
The Fire X profile is designed for demanding environments where fire safety, durability, and long-term performance are critical. Manufactured from specially formulated silicone, it maintains its sealing and protective properties under extreme temperatures and exposure conditions, making it well suited for applications such as rail vehicles and other public or industrial spaces. Fire X meets the stringent requirements of EN 45545-2:2020, achieving HL3 classification, which confirms its suitability for use in areas with the highest fire safety demands. This certification, combined with silicone’s inherent resilience and longevity, makes Fire X a reliable choice when safety cannot be compromised.
EPD - Environmental Product Declaration
An Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) is a third-party verified document that presents a product’s environmental impact in a reliable and comparable way. It enables accurate calculations and meets growing requirements.
Verified data
More accurate calculations
Meets requirements
Improves comparability
Don't Hesitate to Ask Us
New projects and environments bring new challenges and requirements, from environmental hazards to special soundproofing. Always do your research, but don’t hesitate to ask us for help. Our flexibility gives us the advantage to innovate and experiment with various further processing methods.
For more information on different insulation solutions, don’t hesitate to contact our sales team!
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