INTRODUCTION Cold storage facilities are crucial for preserving perishable goods such as food, pharmaceuticals, and other temperature-sensitive products. As a construction worker experienced in this industry, I have seen firsthand the importance of using suitable materials to create efficient, durable, cost-effective cold storage solutions. One such material that has proven to be highly effective in … Continue Reading
THE ULTIMATE INTERVIEW ABOUT THE THERMAL INSULATION MARKET IN LATIN AMERICA Saving energy and reducing greenhouse gas emissions are two essential requirements that insulated panel systems for cold rooms must offer today. This niche is growing and of vital importance for the proper performance of food storage spaces, warehouses, and process plants. We consider it … Continue Reading
UPDATED PRICES ON INSULATED PANELS IN OCTOBER 2021 In this blog post, we will continue to talk about the insulated panel’s price update in 2021. Firstly, we will shed light on the factors that have contributed to the price increase of insulated panels in October 2021. Secondly, we will share our suggestions for retailers that are … Continue Reading
OVERVIEW OF THE SANDWICH PANEL PRICE IN JULY 2021 We have received many inquiries regarding the July 2021 price update from customers around the world. Most of them have acknowledged the previous price hike and were quite ready for the new coming increase. A few are still hoping that this bubble could end and that the 2020 … Continue Reading
AISLAMART DE CENTRO AMERICA: OUR WHOLESALE POINT OF INSULATED METAL PANELS IN CENTRAL AMERICA In this blog post, we will introduce Aislamart de Centro America. Firstly, we will shed light on what problem will Aislamart solve for its customers in Costa Rica. Secondly, and most importantly, we will talk about the benefits that Aislamart will … Continue Reading
TRENDS OF INSULATED METAL PANELS PRICES: JUNE 2021 Hi everyone, this is Alberto Adriano at Globe Panels. Follow us on our Facebook, YouTube channels to receive the latest update on the thermal insulation and insulated panels in particular. The topic of today is the price increase of insulated metal panels of 2021. What’s the situation … Continue Reading
PROTECT THE MONEY OF YOUR BUSINESS: PAY FOR INSULATED METAL PANELS IN YOUR CURRENCY. We care about the efficiency of our business as well as about our client’s business as our strategic partners. Everybody who has purchased insulated metal panels from abroad knows that it can be costly due to the current international payments system. … Continue Reading
INSULATED METAL PANELS PRICE DURING COVID-19: WHY INSULATED METAL PANEL PRICES HAVE SURGED? No panic! It is what we say when we think about insulated metal panels’ price in these weeks. We’ve seen a steep increase since January 2021, but the roots of these hikes go back to 2020. In 2020, we saw a sudden, profound … Continue Reading
HOW CAN IMPs PREVENT COVID-19? The duration of the outbreak of Covid-19 is forcing us to rethink our hygiene needs, especially in the refrigerated cold-chain. In the cold-chain, hygiene has always been an issue. The reports tell us that the Covid-19 virus has passed to humans in a Chinese slaughterhouse. It’s not the first time. It … Continue Reading
THERMAL INSULATION FOR INDUSTRIAL REFRIGERATION The world needs more refrigerated warehouses insulation for refrigeration. The increased need for refrigerated space to warehouse perishable goods became evident during the first weeks of the COVID-19 pandemics. At that time, the current available refrigerated space struggled to handle thousands of tons of refrigerated food that restaurants and cafes could not … Continue Reading
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT FIRE REACTION OF INSULATED METAL PANEL 1. WHAT’S A B, S1-D0 CLASS INSULATED METAL PANEL? It means that the insulated metal panel has an outstanding reaction to fire. Let’s see it in details: “B” class indicates that the sandwich panel contributes very little to the spread of fire. “B” class is the … Continue Reading
WHAT WILL THE FUTURE WITHHOLD FOR REFRIGERATION INSULATED PANELS? It is an interesting question that we are going to answer in this article. The need for thermal insulation for refrigerated construction has been increasing steadily in the past few years. The building standards have evolved towards better solutions to the issues that installers face in the … Continue Reading
WHICH TYPES OF JOINTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR WALL INSULATED PANELS? Recently, we have received a few inquiries from a customer in South Africa regarding the types of joints for our wall panels. Particularly regarding the difference between our four types of joint and their use. We have four types of joints that are available for our … Continue Reading
WHAT IS AN OVERLAPPING OF THE ROOF INSULATED PANEL: WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? A few months ago, I received a call from our trusted customer, Mr. Didier, who had purchased Rockwool roof panels. He resold roof panels to a company that installed them on the roof of their building. That company was claiming to Mr. … Continue Reading
WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A THREE AND A FIVE NOSES ROOF PANEL? What to consider when ordering a roof panel? How many ribs do I need on my roof panel? We often hear these questions when we introduce our line of insulated roof panels. On the market, we can find a range of roof insulated … Continue Reading
HOW TO MEASURE THERMAL INSULATION? In most applications, the primary feature of thermal insulation material is its ability to reduce heat exchange between a surface and the environment; or between one surface and another surface. The general rule is the lower a material’s thermal conductivity, the greater its ability to insulate for given material thickness and set of … Continue Reading
STILL UNDECIDED AMONG PIR, PUR FOAMS, AND ROCKWOOL INSULATED METAL PANEL? If you are about to choose which type of insulation to use for your building, then you’ve better read this article. Firstly, I’ll describe the difference between PIR, PUR foams, and Rockwool insulation. Secondly, I will tell you when to use a different type … Continue Reading
DIFFERENT TYPES OF PIR FOAM AND FIRE BEHAVIOR In this article, I would like to share with you some useful information about PIR foam insulated metal panels. Firstly, we will recap what PIR foam is. Secondly, we will explain what the difference between PIR and PUR foam is. Finally, you will be able to choose … Continue Reading
WHEN CHOOSE FM APPROVED INSULATED METAL PANEL FOR YOUR PROJECT? In today’s article, we will explain the benefits of choosing our FM approved Insulated Metal Panels. First, let’s see what Factory Mutual Approved means. WHAT IS FACTORY MUTUAL APPROVAL? FM approval is the independent testing body of the international insurance company, FM Global. FM approval … Continue Reading
ADVANTAGES OF LABYRINTH – JOINT ON COLD -ROOM INSULATED PANELS 1′ reading It’s essential to know when to use a labyrinth – joint insulated panel in a project. In this article, we are going through the main advantages of the labyrinth – joint on cold – room insulated panels. Above all, we will share some … Continue Reading
WHEN TO USE PVDF AND PVC COATING ON INSULATED METAL PANELS? Recently, a customer asked me to explain the difference between the various types of steel coatings on insulated metal panels. Why is it important to know that? Because each type of coating has different characteristics that create a real customer advantage. So in this post, … Continue Reading
WHAT FACTORS SHOULD YOU CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING INSULATED METAL PANELS? With the increase in the use of insulating panels, many customers think that insulated panels became a commodity. WHAT IS A COMMODITY? “A commodity is an economic good or service that has full or substantial fungibility: that is, the market treats instances of the good as equivalent or … Continue Reading
HOW TO INCREASE THE LEVEL OF ISO OF A CLEANROOM When designing a controlled environment it is important to clearly understand what the application of a cleanroom will be and how you can increase the level of ISO of a cleanroom. In this blog post, we will share insights you have first evaluate when designing a controlled … Continue Reading
WHEN TO USE STAINLESS STEEL INSULATED PANELS? I have recently received a few inquiries regarding a special finishing for insulated panels: Stainless Steel. There are several types of Stainless Steel on the market. But we will focus on the 304 class of Stainless Steel. Stainless steel owes its name to the ability to resist rusting … Continue Reading
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PUR & ROCKWOOL INSULATED PANELS In this blog post, you will find everything you should know about the difference between PUR and Rockwool insulated metal panels. Firstly, we will explain the difference in the insulating core of the panel. Secondly, we will dive into details and explain more carefully the different characteristics of PUR and … Continue Reading
HOW TO BECOME A SUCCESSFUL DISTRIBUTOR OF INSULATED PANELS AND ACCESSORIES? In every business, the return on investment is an important measure of performance. But what makes an insulated panel reseller efficacious? In this blog post, we are going to shed light on how to become a successful insulated panel distributor. I’ve explained in the previous … Continue Reading
INSULATED METAL PANEL RETAIL In this blog post, firstly, we will explain what a metal sandwich panel is and what is the application of the insulated sandwich panel. Also, we will share our insights on how to make money in metal sandwich panels retail. Moreover, how to become a successful retailer of insulated panels. WHAT IS A … Continue Reading
HOW TO CHOOSE PVC SKIRTING FOR COLD STORAGE? In this article, we are going to go through choosing PVC sanitary skirting for the cold – room. Firstly, we will explain what PVC skirting floor is. Secondly, we will shed light on how to install PVC skirting floor. And finally, we will explain how to choose PVC skirting … Continue Reading
HOW TO SAVE MONEY ON THE PURCHASE OF INSULATED METAL PANELS? In this blog post, we will share our knowledge and we will go through insulated metal panel price characteristics. We will explain to you how to save money on the purchase of insulated sandwich panels. APPROACH TO THE EFFICIENT PURCHASE OF INSULATED PANELS Are you a … Continue Reading
PVC WALL PROTECTION FOR INSULATED PANEL WALL In this article, we are going to discuss the benefits of using PVC Wall Protection in your cold room. Additionally, we will explain why you should spend a few minutes checking out the Globe Panels line of PVC Wall Protection for insulated panel walls and how you can … Continue Reading
THE SEVEN MOST COMMON MISTAKES MADE BY WAREHOUSE WORKERS DURING MANIPULATION WITH INSULATED PANELS In this article, we’ll get you up to speed on the seven common warehouse mistakes of insulated sandwich panels. Knowing the basics will help you to avoid unpleasant moments working with insulation panels. Here are a few of the most common warehouse … Continue Reading
HOW DO INSULATION TYPES INFLUENCE THE PRICE OF THE METAL SANDWICH PANEL? It is essential to understand how insulation types influence the price of the metal sandwich panel. The majority of structural insulated panels have either of these three types of insulation: PUR, PIR, or Rock Wool. WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TYPES OF INSULATION? … Continue Reading
HOW TO READ AN INSULATED METAL PANEL PRICE OFFER? Being in the world of thermal and acoustic insulation for 12 years, I’ve often thought about what was driving a potential customer choice among different insulated metal panel suppliers. Reading this blog post will help you to understand better what is inside the price offer of … Continue Reading
NEW AND USEFUL SYSTEM FOR THE FAST ASSEMBLY OF COMMERCIAL COLD-ROOMS Thanks to the innovative system of PVC hygienic profiles you can assemble a cold room using just a few items. WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF A NEW SYSTEM OF PVC HYGIENIC PROFILES? No more waste of material because you can assemble the door using the … Continue Reading
THE IMPORTANCE OF THE FLEXIBLE PROTECTION IN THE REFRIGERATION ENVIRONMENT After describing some issues caused by condensation and introducing our new industrial protection line for cold-room doors and metal sandwich panels, I’d like to present to you a case study in a recently-opened logistic center in San Salvador entirely made of insulated sandwich panels. I … Continue Reading
SOURCES OF HUMIDITY IN COLD STORES Ice and condensation stem from air laden with undesirable moisture, undergoing a phase change when certain specific conditions arise. The most common sources of such moisture-laden air are: Points of entry where doors/barriers are open for too long and/or close too slowly Inappropriately sealed doors/openings in the outer structure Ineffective … Continue Reading
SOURCES OF HUMIDITY IN COLD STORES Ice and condensation stem from air laden with undesirable moisture, undergoing a phase change when certain specific conditions arise. The most common sources of such moisture-laden air are: Points of entry where doors/barriers are open for too long and/or close too slowly Inappropriately sealed doors/openings in the outer structure Ineffective … Continue Reading
PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS IN AN AGGRESSIVE ENVIRONMENT In this blog, we will go through a top-rated application of insulated metal panels: the photovoltaic roof. Firstly, we explain which type of insulated metal panels are the most suitable for a base for photovoltaic solar panels. Secondly, we will shed light on what kind of steel and pre-painting … Continue Reading
SOLUTIONS FOR INSULATED PANELS IN AN AGGRESSIVE MARINE ENVIRONMENT In the previous article, we examined the case of building construction with sandwich metal panels that host inside processing that creates an aggressive environment, with high and constant humidity, and with the presence of aggressive chemical agents. In this article, we elaborate on the case of an … Continue Reading
Over the years, I often advised on the use of insulating sandwich panels with stainless steel metal supports, when the operating environment was so aggressive as to corrode the standard polyester-coated steel quickly. WHAT IS AN AGGRESSIVE ENVIRONMENT FOR AN INSULATED METAL PANEL? What does an “aggressive environment” mean for an insulating metal panel? Technically, … Continue Reading
IMPORT OF INSULATED METAL PANELS & METAL SANDWICH PANEL Import of insulated metal panels a nightmare for you? Transporting a metal insulating panel from point A to point B is a very simple thing, theoretically. In fact, as the distance between the two points grows, things become more complicated. Due to transportation, borders between states, … Continue Reading
GUIDELINES ON HOW TO REPAIR DAMAGES TO THE INSULATED METAL PANEL In this blog post, we will write about the scratching and damaging sandwich panel. Firstly, we will share with you a real case of the improper handling of insulated panels. Afterward, we will explain why it is essential to always repair scratches on the … Continue Reading
HOW TO CLEAN COLD ROOM PANELS? Cold-rooms are places where you can store and process food and drinks. Consequently, a cold-room tends to get dirty and contaminated by bacteria very quickly. In most cases, cold-rooms are made of metal insulated panels. In this blog post, we will give a guide on how to clean cold room panels … Continue Reading
SANDWICH PANEL COLOR AND INSULATION VALUE Every one of us had to decide at least once in life, which color to choose for a new car. 4 THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN FACING THE DECISION: Personal taste or corporate style; Availability: we might need that car as soon as possible, therefore a Metallic Grey car may … Continue Reading
WORKING TEMPERATURES RANGE OF PUR, PIR, ROCK WOOL INSULATED SANDWICH PANELS In this blog post, we are going to shed light on what is the behavior of insulated panels towards temperature and what is the working temperature range of insulated panels. Temperature Range of Rockwool, PUR & PIR insulated metal panels. WHAT IS THE BEHAVIOUR … Continue Reading
REACTION TO FIRE & RESISTANCE TO FIRE For safety reasons, it is crucial to understand the difference between reaction and resistance to fire. Therefore, we will stress the importance of prevention and protection of fire systems. SYSTEMS OF FIRE PROTECTION Systems of protection have the purpose of preventing fires. There are Active or Passive systems. Active systems … Continue Reading
PIR AND PUR INSULATION PRODUCTS In this article, we will talk about PIR and PUR insulation products. Firstly, we will share with you some interesting historical facts about polyurethane. Secondly, we’ll name the advantages of PIR and PUR insulated products. Finally, we will explain to you what differs rigid PIR from PUR insulation products. INTERESTING … Continue Reading
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT INSULATED METAL PANELS In this article, we’ll shed light on how to get the most out of the insulation advantages. Therefore, here you can find a guideline to the frequently asked questing regarding insulated metal panels. 1. INSULATED METAL PANELS APPLICATIONS EXTERNAL CLADDINGS Insulated sandwich panels are used for single and … Continue Reading
BENEFITS OF USING PIR AND PIR INSULATED SANDWICH PANELS IN AGRICULTURE In this blog post, we will discuss the advantages of using PIR or PUR insulated sandwich panels in the construction of agro-industrial complexes. WHAT DOES AGRO-INDUSTRIAL BUILDING NEED? For sure, the high speed of construction, low-cost, and trouble-free operation for at least 20 years. … Continue Reading
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