INSULATION OF VEGETABLE STORAGE FACILITIES WITH POLYURETHANE FOAM

A large city requires large volumes of food. Therefore, the construction and operation of storage facilities for grain, fruits, and vegetables is a fairly profitable business. The most efficient vegetable storage facility is considered to be a prefabricated building insulated with polyurethane foam. The structure is quickly assembled, offers significant usable volume, and sprayed polyurethane foam, which has excellent thermal properties, helps ensure the necessary temperature conditions for storing various products.

Types of vegetable storage facilities with polyurethane foam insulation

Representatives of the agro-industrial complex have appreciated all the advantages of polyurethane foam insulation. Thanks to the development of this insulation, it is now possible to construct reliable vegetable storage facilities from virtually any structure. The following types of similar facilities are currently successfully operating in the Moscow region:

• Vegetable storage facilities based on prefabricated metal hangars and large-capacity containers.
• Converted brick and wooden buildings with double or single-layer insulation using polyurethane foam.
• Basement and ground floors of industrial buildings, which, with minimal renovation, serve as efficient and affordable vegetable storage facilities.

6 Reasons to Choose Polyurethane Foam-Based Thermal Insulation

Currently, polyurethane foam is gradually replacing other existing insulation materials on the construction market. Experts explain the widespread use of polyurethane foam in vegetable storage facilities by the following reasons:

1. The ability to insulate buildings made of various materials. Polyurethane foam adheres well to metal, wood, concrete, and brick surfaces. Moreover, spraying polyurethane foam eliminates the need for expensive preparatory work and the installation of supporting frames. This significantly reduces the cost of building or renovating a vegetable storage facility.
2. Using high-performance foam application equipment significantly reduces the time required for thermal insulation installation. A professional installer can treat up to 350-400 m2 of vegetable storage area per shift.
3. Polyurethane foam insulation has minimal moisture absorption and vapor permeability, creating a microclimate optimal for storing various products without the need for additional insulating coatings.
4. A vegetable storage facility insulated with polyurethane foam ensures the safety of products at both sub-zero and high positive ambient temperatures. Individual rooms in the building can be converted into efficient freezers.
5. Polyurethane foam insulation is highly durable, providing protection from sunlight (which can be achieved by simply painting the insulation). The service life of the insulation reaches 30-50 years.
6. Polyurethane foam is completely environmentally and fire-safe, making it recommended for use in vegetable storage facilities. Even direct contact with polyurethane foam does not affect the quality of stored products.