The unique properties of PSC are mainly due to a combination of thermal conductivity + /TRS/ up to >92% of all radiation
Features | PScoat | Common insulating materials |
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Thermal insulating properties | It is resistant to temperature variations and stable in time regardless of air humidity. Thermal insulation performance of PCS is stable in a long-term view. | The material quickly degrades because of humid air and so reduces the service life of the equipment under the insulation and its thermal insulation performance. |
Water resistance | PSC 250T is damp-proofing - as documented by respective certificate | This material absorbs moisture from the surroundings and so cannot solve, among others, the problem of corrosion caused by the condensation |
Corrosion protection | The PSC 250T has anti-corrosion properties - as documented by respective certificate | Cannot solve the corrosion issue |
Condensation of water | PSC 250T can solve the condensation issue | It cannot solve the condensation issue, possibly only in thick layers |
UV stable | PSC 250T is UV stable thanks to its TSR properties /Total Solar Reflection - with reflectivity of 92% for all radiation in its entire spectrum/. Solar radiation 97%. | Additional protection is required |
Demands from the point of view of load and occupied space | Thanks to the thin layer of application, mainly between 1-3 mm, the surface is not significantly loaded by the application of PST and due to this thin layer much space around the treated surface is not required. | The layer of this insulation takes up much more space and increases its weight, when it gets wet, and so it loads the surface excessively. |
Method of application | Simple and fast application of PSC by spraying or roller. With brush in the case of smaller surfaces. | A complex process that requires the use of several sub-components so as to complete the insulation. |
Repairs | Simple identification of defects. Thanks to thin PSC layer the repair are very easy. If a repair is required, the place is cleaned with a brush. The PSC is removed and applied locally after repair completion. | Hardly identifiable repairs. No traces of damage can be seen on the insulation surface, but there may be a serious problem with condensation, pests and moulds under insulation. The repairs are demanding and require a complex process of removing the entire insulation and subsequent ecological disposal of the material. |
Service life | As proved by the certificate, expected service life of PCS is 25-30 years | A short service life due to the problem with moisture absorption from the environment or degradation on a very hot surface. |
Resistance against insects, rodents and molds | Thanks to the thin PSC application layer and perfect adhesion to the treated surface, it prevents mould formation and insect movement under insulation. | Insects and rodents can stay under the classical insulation, molds can be easily formed. |
Protection of environment | The PSC is an environmental-friendly product that is hygienically certified and can be used in the food industry as well. | Complicated disposal, financially demanding. Possible adverse effects on human health. |