The ECAP® System is an External Thermal Insulation (ITE) process which uses semi-finished polystyrene sheets. External insulation represents significant work and this new technique, suitable for new work as well as rehabilitation, offers an easy and simplified implementation. This translates into a shorter site and less arduous work.
The expanded polystyrene sheets of the ECAP® system received, during manufacture, a treatment which revolutionizes the times of installation by simplifying the stages of implementation.
The first pass of the base layer, the masking of the reinforcement and the location of the pegs are carried out directly in the factory. The ECAP® sheets are therefore delivered with a layer of undercoat, which eliminates the steps of the initial leveling and of laying and masking of the fiberglass reinforcement during the construction site.
This system also avoids sanding all the surfaces thanks to better alignment of the panels which saves the intermediate times of the essential drying.
Why choose ECAP®?
- Base layer, masking of the weft and location of the anchors made in the factory
- Graphite-based gray panels are exempt from UV protection during construction
- Better alignment of the panels which makes it possible to escape heavy sanding operations (reduction of waste and dust during construction)
- Assurance of a well-positioned frame: good aging of the system
- Avoids the tedious step of applying the first pass of the base coat, which reduces drying times
- Certified in accordance with the fire recommendation guide for collective housing
- ACERMI certified insulation made in France
- Efficient system eligible for tax assistance and incentives (ISCED, energy premiums, etc.)
- Full range of components (adhesives, base coats, finishes, accessories ...)
- Range of organic and mineral finishes with a wide choice of aspects, grain sizes and colors (500 colors)
- Elimination of thermal bridges
When to use ECAP®?
- Protection of the frame
- External Thermal Insulation (ITE): new or old buildings, individual houses, collective and tertiary housing buildings, commercial premises, industrial and agricultural buildings
- Repair and protection of degraded facades
- Possibility of installation in all weathers
- Over-insulation
