Abstract

Provides requirements and test methods for materials that are used for thermal insulation within buildings, including thermal insulation of ductwork and pipework, by moderating the flow of heat through these elements.

Scope

This Standard provides general criteria, technical provisions and methods of test for materials that are used for thermal insulation within buildings, including materials used for thermal insulation of ductwork and pipework.
Specific requirements for individual materials or insulation types are given in Sections 4 to 9.
This Standard does not address the following:
(a) Materials for the insulation of windows or glazing.
(b) Fire performance.
(c) Installation requirements of thermal insulation.
(d) Performance requirements of systems or materials that have some primary function other than providing thermal insulation.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	Standards Australia
Pages
ISBN
Committee	BD-058
Supersedes	DR AS/NZS 4859.1:2018 AS/NZS 4859.1:2002