What direction is the trend in building insulation heading?

The present is characterized by current issues related to diminishing supplies of raw and energy resources, global climate change, and excessive pollution of soil, water, and air. Furthermore, the necessity and use of quality products, which meet primarily the requirements for health safety, as well as other parameters such as technical and economic considerations, are becoming increasingly prominent. These processes significantly influence the products of construction manufacturing. In the development of new materials, the focus is shifting from energy-intensive technologies to an organic material base provided by natural raw materials. It is precisely these materials that meet most of the requirements. In the field of thermal insulation, products made from technical hemp are unequivocally associated with them because of their origin and good properties. They are materials that lead to effective solutions for insulating buildings in the spirit of healthy living philosophy and environmental responsibility.

CANABEST, s.r.o. is a Czech manufacturer that subscribes to the idea of sustainable development, environmental protection, and the reduction of CO2 emissions. The responsibility for healthy living and the aspect of sustainability is reflected in the company's vision of offering a product on the market that satisfies the demand for ecological materials. Hemp hurd is a perfectly ecological and health-friendly raw material for quality thermal insulation.
The properties of natural hemp insulation by CANABEST, such as fire resistance, thermal insulation, and acoustic properties, can be fully compared with available conventional insulations. However, since it is a natural fiber, hemp insulation stands out with additional great properties that place it at a much higher level. Foremost is its unique ability to regulate moisture – it can absorb and then release it. Thanks to hemp insulation, the house “breathes”, releasing moisture, thus creating a healthy environment within the building and a good microclimate with natural protection against mold, bacteria, and other allergens. A significant advantage is the pronounced summer thermal protection due to its high heat storage capacity. Compared to mineral insulations, hemp insulation has double the thermal storage capacity (c = 1600 J/(K.kg)). It also naturally resists pest attacks and does not succumb to rot. The installation is also attractive for being clean, quick, and simple, plus working with the insulation is pleasant, without itching or scratching, does not irritate the respiratory tract, and can be applied without gloves and protective clothing.
Builders who have adopted healthy living as part of their lifestyle will find a comprehensive offer of insulation boards and mats for insulating roofs, ceilings, floors, and facades on the market. All products are manufactured according to the highest quality standards and are fully certified.
CANABEST hemp insulation can be used in both new buildings and older houses. Thanks to its excellent properties, it is suitable for all types of residential, commercial, or industrial buildings, including ecological and energy-efficient constructions.

Purely natural thermal insulation mats CANABEST BASIC Natur and CANABEST PLUS Natur
CANABEST, s.r.o responds to the growing demand for natural materials and this year launches a new generation of hemp insulations – CANABEST BASIC Natur and CANABEST PLUS Natur, which are ecological and made solely from purely natural materials, thus containing no substances harmful to health and the environment. These top-quality, purely natural thermal insulation mats are made from hemp fibers with the addition of organic binder from corn starch. They do not contain formaldehyde, phenols, acrylates, or artificial dyes or bleaches. The insulation is also distinguished by high processing quality, which is carried out through a fully ecological process and adheres to the strictest quality and technology requirements. With the new generation of insulation, it is possible to realize ecological buildings that exclusively require renewable materials.

		New product 2011		New product 2011
	CANABEST BASIC	CANABEST BASIC Natur	CANABEST PLUS	CANABEST PLUS Natur	CANABEST PANEL
Characteristics:	thermal insulation mats made from hemp fibers with the addition of binding fibers	purely natural thermal insulation mats made from hemp fibers and the addition of a natural binder from corn starch	thermal insulation mats made from hemp fibers with the addition of binding fibers	purely natural thermal insulation mats made from hemp fibers and the addition of a natural binder from corn starch	thermal insulation boards made from hemp fibers with a high content of hurd and the addition of binding fibers
Composition:	hemp fiber + BiCo (binder)	hemp fiber + PLA (binder)	hemp fiber + BiCo (binder)	hemp fiber + PLA (binder)	hemp fiber + BiCo (binder)
Volume weight:	24 kg/m³		36 kg/m³		100 kg/m³
Usage:	roofs, ceilings		roofs, ceilings, internal and external walls, acoustic insulation		floors, facades

Technical films for construction and accessories
From this year, we are expanding our range of hemp insulation to include technical films for construction, including accessories (adhesive tapes, sleeve seals, contour binders, liquid binders, correction patches...) from the Swiss company Ampack. This complete system for building envelope protection is fully compatible with hemp insulation.

We cordially invite you to our stand no. C17 in hall 4 at the International Fair Wooden Constructions 2011, in the exhibition grounds of Prague-Holešovice, where several new products will be on display.
We look forward to meeting you. ... Prepare for a pleasant surprise.