The state of volcanic rocks, especially Basalt, which is melted at high temperatures and gained the feature of building material, is called rock wool. Rock wool is often used as an insulating material on the exteriors of buildings.
Due to its rock wool content, it is also very advantageous as it is resistant to fire. Therefore, it is a building material that is frequently used in the construction industry. Rock wool is a material that can be used for both heat and sound insulation.
Volcanic rocks are melted at about 1400-1600 degrees. Stone wool is obtained by converting it into fiber. There is around 97% fiber in rock wool. They are the most preferred materials as thermal insulation material. Basalt, which is in the form of fibers, is pressed in different ways and produced as pipes, mattresses and sheets.
Where Is Rock Wool Used?
Rock wool can be used in many areas.
For the purpose of furnace insulation,
In electrical appliances
In the construction of roofs
To provide insulation in steel doors
For insulation purposes on exterior facades
It can be used for wall partitioning operations.
Apart from these areas, it is used for different purposes. Recently, the use of rock wool in greenhouse cultivation and organic agriculture has attracted attention. The reason for this is that stone wool is water-retaining and breathable. Due to their properties, the products obtained are also of high quality. In addition, it is also used to save heat.
Rock wool is most often used for insulation and sheathing of buildings. To use it as an insulating material, it is necessary to cut and shape rock wool. ESP Engineering offers the most professional rock wool forming solutions with Fast Wire CNC Cutting Machines.