Health aspects and disposal

Attention must be paid to the health aspects of the substances contained in the products. Worker protection is important, because dust can develop during grinding, and gas be emitted as a result of heating. The products’ reaction to fire behaviour must be taken into account during planning; careful installation is important. With regard to immissions, reaction to fire and the effects of warmth in summer, it is advisable to separate foamed insulation from the interior with solid structural elements.

Fossil-based insulation panels are usually bonded in place, after which they cannot be removed as a homogenous mass and re-used. They must be incinerated or disposed of at a landfill.

If they are incinerated, to take advantage of the caloric value contained, this should take place in high-grade incineration plants, ensuring that no hazardous exhaust gases are emitted.