The state of volcanic rocks, especially basalt, melted at high temperatures and gained the property of building material is called stone wool. Stone wool is generally used as an insulation material on the exterior of buildings.
It is also very advantageous in that it is resistant to fire due to its stone wool content. For this reason, it is a building material that is frequently used in the construction industry. Stone 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 turning it into fiber. Stone wool contains around 97% fiber. They are the most preferred materials as heat insulation material. Basalt, which is in the form of fiber, is pressed in different ways and produced as pipes, mattresses and plates.
Where is Stone Wool Used?
Stone wool can be used in many areas.
For the purpose of oven 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.
Apart from these areas, it is used for different purposes. Recently, the use of stone wool in greenhouse cultivation and organic agriculture has attracted attention. The reason for this is the water retention and air intake of stone wool. The products obtained due to their properties are also of high quality. It is also used for heat saving.
Stone wool is most often used for insulation and sheathing of buildings. It is necessary to cut and shape rock wool to use it as an insulation material. ESP Engineering offers the most professional rock wool shaping solutions with Fast Wire CNC Cutting Machines.