Case Study: BP Petrol Station
Background
BP is a multinational oil and gas company with a large presence in the petrol station industry. One of its petrol stations, located in the UK, had an oil refinery that needed to be insulated to improve its energy efficiency and protect it from moisture damage. The refinery also needed to comply with safety regulations to ensure the safety of the building and its occupants.
Challenge
The flat roof of the oil refinery was causing several problems. Firstly, the roof was not properly insulated, which was resulting in high energy bills as the building required more heating and cooling to maintain a comfortable temperature.
Additionally, the lack of insulation was causing surface condensation, which was leading to moisture damage and potentially compromising the safety of the building.
Solution
To address these issues, Spray Foam Tech insulated the flat roof of the oil refinery with closed cell foam insulation. The insulation was 150mm thick and had a class 1 fire rating, ensuring that the building complied with safety regulations.
The application of the insulation resulted in a U-value of 0.16km2, indicating that the insulation was highly effective in reducing the transfer of heat through the roof.
Furthermore, the application of the insulation eradicated the surface condensation problem, which helped to protect the building from moisture damage.
Results
The insulation of the flat roof at the BP petrol station’s oil refinery was highly successful. The application of the closed cell foam insulation resulted in a significant improvement in the building’s energy efficiency, reducing energy bills and improving the overall sustainability of the building.
The eradication of surface condensation also helped to protect the building from moisture damage, potentially increasing the lifespan of the roof. The class 1 fire rating of the insulation also ensured that the building complied with safety regulations, providing peace of mind to the building’s occupants and stakeholders.
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Conclusion
The insulation of the flat roof at the BP petrol station’s oil refinery is an excellent example of how spray foam insulation can improve the energy efficiency and safety of a building.
By using closed cell foam insulation with a class 1 fire rating, BP was able to achieve its goals of reducing energy bills, eradicating surface condensation, and complying with safety regulations.
The success of this project demonstrates the importance of considering spray foam insulation when looking to improve the sustainability and safety of a building.
