Actis has been known for its innovative approach to developing insulation products since its inception as a pioneer of multifoils in 1980
Its revolutionary Hybrid range transformed the insulation sector when it was launched just over decade ago, and Actis added a unique two-in-one reflective insulation with integrated vapour barrier, Eolis HC, to its offering in 2023.
The Actis development team is constantly researching new, more sustainable ways of ensuring its products not only offer optimum thermal efficiency but also are created in the most energy efficient way.
The revolutionary Triplex technology at the core of Eolis HC is created from a number of layers of reflective films, each separated by a thin layer of fibre, trapping air between each section, thus boosting thermal performance.
The design, which enables builders to reduce the number of steps required to achieve an impressive U-value, means installation is twice as quick as traditional alternatives. As well as keeping warmth in, Eolis HC can keep homes cool in the summer, with its films reflecting 95% of infrared radiation.
Insulation innovation inspired by Nature
Actis’ Inspired by Nature campaign, launched earlier this year, illustrates how the insulation specialist takes its inspiration from the natural world when creating the new technologies used in its products.
The bee and beehive imagery used in the visuals underline how it was the structure of the honeycomb that inspired the unique design of both Hybris, the flagship product in the Hybrid range, and Eolis HC.
The air gaps in the design trap air to boost thermal performance and mean less material needs to be used to ensure maximum thermal efficiency.
The natural imagery also reflects how Actis products are good for the planet and make life more comfortable for installers and homeowners.
So eco-friendly are its products that Hybris has been recognised as Europe’s only Cradle to Cradle Certified reflective insulation.
The certification means it meets stringent sustainability criteria – and is recognised for its product circularity, material health, clean air and climate protection, water and soil stewardship and social fairness.
Their design means they offer better thermal efficiency than thicker, traditional alternatives, and the fact that they are thin and light means more U-value can be carried per lorryload, reducing fuel consumption during transportation.
Both products produce no dust or fibres and are guaranteed non-irritant, making installation much more comfortable as there is no need for respiratory protection.
Rated A+ for their environmental impact, they also have a BREEAM exemplary level of VOC release for indoor air quality and contain no harmful chemicals. Both are made from recycled and 100% recyclable materials and are energy, water and resource efficient.
The Hybrid range also includes insulating breather membrane and vapour control layers BoostR Hybrid, HControl Hybrid and BoostR Hybrid Roof.
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