STEICO: Ecological thermal insulation for sustainable building

Steico has been synonymous with insulation materials based on renewable raw materials for many years. At Heim+Handwerk 2022 in Munich, the company will be demonstrating why wood fiber insulation is increasingly in demand, especially against the backdrop of rising energy prices and increasing summer heat.

Wood fiber insulation as natural thermal insulation

Good thermal insulation is crucial for keeping heating energy in the building in winter. Wood fiber insulation materials have low thermal conductivity and effectively reduce heat loss. At the trade fair, it will be explained that insulation mats with a thermal conductivity of 036 come close to conventional insulation materials, but are based on a natural raw material.

• Low thermal conductivity for the winter
• Insulation based on wood fibers
• Ecological alternative to mineral insulation materials

Summer heat protection thanks to high storage mass

In addition to thermal insulation in winter, heat insulation in summer is playing an increasingly important role. Thanks to its high bulk density, wood fiber insulation can absorb heat and release it again with a time delay. This means that heat enters the interior much more slowly.

• High heat storage capacity
• Time-delayed heat transfer
• A more pleasant indoor climate in summer

Areas of application from renovation to new build

At Heim und Handwerk, it is clear that wood fiber insulation materials can be used in many different ways. They are used in both new builds and renovations and can be integrated into a variety of building components.

• Insulation of roofs, walls and ceilings
• Subsequent renovation of existing buildings
• Use in single-family homes and multi-storey residential buildings

Sustainability as a central argument

A key aspect of wood fiber insulation is the raw material itself. Wood grows back and binds CO₂ as it grows. When used as an insulating material, this remains bound in the building in the long term. At the trade fair, it is emphasized that ecological aspects are playing an increasingly important role for many building owners.

• Renewable raw material wood
• CO₂ binding over the service life
• Resource-saving construction method

Thermal insulation with a view to future requirements

At Heim+Handwerk, Steico will be demonstrating that modern thermal insulation must do more than just save energy in winter. Protection against overheating in summer, flexible application options and ecological materials are increasingly coming into focus. Wood fiber insulation combines these requirements into a holistic approach to sustainable building.