Dr. John Hadley: A Toxicologist’s Review of Fiber Glass and Mineral Wool Insulation Fibers NAIMA Insulation Videos 2019-02-13 | Dr. John Hadley, a widely respected and experienced toxicologist, provides an overview of the research conducted over forty years period on fiber glass and mineral wool insulation fibers and the conclusions reached by such authoritative bodies as the International Agency for the Research on Cancer (IARC).
Part 1: 3E Plus Signup NAIMA Insulation Videos 2022-10-31 | Learn how to sign up and create an account for the new online version of 3E Plus.0:00 Background0:12 Devices 3E Plus Works on0:31 Landing Page overview0:48 Sign up Process1:13 Creating Account + Verification
Part 2: Setting Up Projects and Scenarios NAIMA Insulation Videos 2022-10-31 | Learn how to create, duplicate, rename, and share projects in the new online version of 3E Plus.0:24 Navigating projects and scenarios0:53 Duplicating Scenarios1:05 Renaming Scenarios1:33 Renaming Projects1:52 Sharing Projects2:20 See All Projects2:54 Favorite Projects3:11 Creating New Projects
Part 3: Navigating Calculations NAIMA Insulation Videos 2022-10-31 | Orientation overview of where to find key inputs for calculations in the new online version of 3E Plus.0:34 Changing IP and SI Units0:53 System Applications1:50 Base Material Selection2:13 Insulation Material Selection2:50 Insulation Thickness & Layer Inputs3:20 Jacket Material Selection3:30 Insulation Preview Graphic3:59 Filtering Material Options
Part 5: Materials NAIMA Insulation Videos 2022-10-31 | Discussion on how to add your own base, insulation, and jacket materials in the new online version of 3E Plus. Additionally, learn how to share materials with colleagues.0:28 Navigating Insulation Materials1:28 Adding Custom Insulation Materials – Paired Data2:54 Adding Custom Insulation Material – Polynomial Equation3:28 Adding Custom Insulation Material- Piecewise Equation4:38 Adding Custom Fuel Types4:58 Adding Custom Jacket Materials5:27 Adding Custom Base Materials6:04 Sharing materials – Teams
Part 6: Data and Reporting NAIMA Insulation Videos 2022-10-31 | Overview of how to create PDF reports, large datasets for download via CSV (Excel) files, and copying results out of the new online version of 3E Plus.1:20 Using Ranged Inputs2:29 Directly Copying from 3E Plus2:58 Creating a PDF report3:52 Creating a CSV file for Excel5:33 Creating Reports for Multiple Scenarios
Part 4: Calculation Types NAIMA Insulation Videos 2022-10-31 | Walkthrough of each of the 11 calculation types available in the new online version of 3E Plus and how to review basic results.0:00 general overview0:37 Heat loss per hour2:12 Heat loss per year3:15 Cost of energy4:26 Environmental Emissions5:20 Simple Payback6:20 Economic Thickness7:13 Personnel Protection9:58 Condensation Control11:20 Heat Flow limitation12:02 Efficiency13:02 Interface Temperatures
Play it Smart, Play it Safe (Spanish) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2018-12-21 | “Play It Smart, Play It Safe” proporciona instrucciones sobre el manejo y uso seguro de los materiales aislantes de fibra de vidrio, lana de roca y lana de escoria.
Play it Smart, Play it Safe NAIMA Insulation Videos 2018-12-21 | “Play It Smart, Play It Safe” provides instruction on the safe handling and use of fiber glass, rock wool, and slag wool insulation materials.
Why Proper Insulation Installation Matters NAIMA Insulation Videos 2017-05-30 | High performance homes need properly installed insulation. Unfortunately, too many homes today don't get it. This video explains why proper insulation installation is so important for modern, energy efficient homes. Click on the link to learn more. http://information.insulationinstitute.org/proper-installation
Keep building energy codes for energy efficiency first NAIMA Insulation Videos 2016-05-04 | The 2015 IECC can be misinterpreted to allow renewable generation to offset the need for reliable, consistent and permanent energy efficiency measures. Watch this video to learn how this can happen and why it is can be a problem for homeowners.
Common installation problems to avoid NAIMA Insulation Videos 2016-04-27 | This clip discusses the main types of installation problems and how to avoid them.
Tools and equipment needed for installation NAIMA Insulation Videos 2016-04-27 | Before beginning to install batt insulation, it is important to have all the needed tools at the ready. This clip will outline which ones you need for the job.
Insulating around soffits and baffles NAIMA Insulation Videos 2016-04-26 | This clip shows how to properly prepare for insulating around soffits and baffles in attics.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for installing batt insulation NAIMA Insulation Videos 2016-04-26 | This clip shows the proper clothes and other protective equipment to be worn when installing batt insulation.
Installing insulation in irregular cavities NAIMA Insulation Videos 2016-04-26 | Oftentimes cavities are not regular shapes or sizes. This clip shows how to properly install batt insulation when cavities are irregular sizes.
Properly insulating around obstructions NAIMA Insulation Videos 2016-04-26 | This clip shows you what proper batt installation looks like around common obstructions such as plumbing, electrical boxes and horizontal blocking.
Air sealing before insulating NAIMA Insulation Videos 2016-04-26 | This clip shows an example of the kind of gap you need to properly air seal before adding insulation.
How To Install Batt Insulation (3/3): Batt Insulation Inspection (Spanish subtitles) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2016-02-12 | Answers the question: "How do I install insulation?" Homes insulated with fiber glass, rock wool and slag wool batt insulation can meet RESNET Grade 1 insulation criteria when installed with professionalism and care. Walk with Brian Coble, Director of High Performance Homes for Advanced Energy, as he performs a detailed insulation inspection in an ENERGY STAR home. Issues such as batt insulation compression, vapor retarder facings, insulating around light fixtures, pipes, electrical wires, outlets, intricate framing areas, cantilevers, bay windows, corner cavities, band joists, knee walls, attic platforms, soffit dams and baffles, showers and tubs, and much more are covered. Please click the closed captioned (CC) button at the bottom right to view the Spanish Language subtitles.
How to Install Batt Insulation (2/3): Insulating Tips from the Pros (Spanish subtitles) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2016-02-12 | Want to see what a high quality fiber glass, rock wool, or slag wool batt insulation job looks like? Watch award winning and professional insulation contractors demonstrate how to install fiber glass and rock wool batt insulation in all areas of an energy efficient home. Details such as job staging, batt cutting and sizing, installing insulation to meet R-values and building codes, and PPE recommendations are also addressed. Please click the closed captioned (CC) button at the bottom right to view the Spanish Language subtitles.
How to Install Batt Insulation (1/3): The Pre-Insulation Walk Through (Spanish subtitles) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2016-02-12 | Brian Coble, Director of High Performance Homes for Advanced Energy provides best practices on "Proper Installation of Insulation" as he walks viewers through an ENERGY STAR Home and points out every area of a home that must be insulated to meet RESNET Grade 1 Insulation. Please click the closed captioned (CC) button at the bottom right to view the Spanish Language subtitles.
Rule Your Attic NAIMA Insulation Videos 2015-09-29 | EPA’s Doug Anderson covers the importance of consumers measuring their attic insulation and adding more if needed, to increase comfort and save on energy costs. Learn more: http://www.naima.org/insulation-knowledge-base/proper-installation-fiber-glass-rock-slag-wool-insulation-residential.html
What One Item Helps People, Pocketbooks and the Planet? Insulation! NAIMA Insulation Videos 2015-04-16 | The North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA) wants you to know that home insulation is one of the best things you can do to lower your energy bills, improve health and reduce pollution. Check out some of the benefits of insulation from NAIMA.
NAIMA Ice Bucket Challenge NAIMA Insulation Videos 2014-09-03 | NAIMA Staff Members Participate in the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
Fiber Glass Duct: Reinforcement Demonstration (22/22) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2014-04-29 | Visual demonstration of the performance difference between a reinforced and un-reinforced fiber glass duct. Reinforced fiber glass duct systems are not typically used in residential and light commercial systems. If reinforcement is needed, refer to NAIMA's Fibrous Glass Duct Construction Standard for proper fiber glass duct reinforcement instructions.
Fiber Glass Duct: Circumferential Joints (21/22) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2014-04-29 | Demonstrators show how to connect several fiber glass duct systems and focus on closing the circumferential ducts.
Fiber Glass Duct: End Caps - No Stapling Flaps (20/22) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2014-04-29 | Learn how to fabricate end caps and fit into place where no stapling flaps are required.
Fiber Glass Duct: End Caps with Staple Flaps (19/22) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2014-04-29 | Learn how to fabricate end caps. Creating end caps with staple flaps are shown.
Fiber Glass Duct: Branch Tap Outs (18/22) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2014-04-29 | Learn how to fabricate tap outs for a fiber glass duct board system. Both rectangular and round tap outs are demonstrated.
Fiber Glass Duct: Transition - Butt Edge (17/22) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2014-04-29 | Learn how to fabricate a one-way transition with a butt edge from a fiber glass duct section.
Fiber Glass Duct: Transition - Shiplap Edge (16/22) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2014-04-29 | Learn how to fabricate a one-way transition with a shiplap edge from a fiber glass duct section.
Fiber Glass Duct: Fabricating a 30° Offset (15/22) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2014-04-29 | Learn how to fabricate a one-way 30 degree offset from a fiber glass duct section.
Fiber Glass Duct: Tees with F/G Turning Vanes (14/22) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2014-04-29 | Learn how to fabricate a "tee" from a fiber glass duct section and add fiber glass turning vanes.
Fiber Glass Duct : 90° Elbow with F/G Turning Vanes (13/22) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2014-04-29 | Learn how to fabricate a 90-degree elbow from a fiber glass duct section with fiber glass turning vanes.
Fiber Glass Duct: 90° Elbow with Metal Turning Vanes (12/22) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2014-04-29 | Learn how to fabricate a 90-degree elbow from a fiber glass duct section and add metal turning vanes.
Fiber Glass Duct: 3-Piece 90° Elbow (11/22) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2014-04-29 | Learn how to fabricate a three --piece 90-degree elbow from a fiber glass duct section.
Intro to Modular Fiber Glass Duct Construction (10/22) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2014-04-29 | Quick overview on the modular fiber glass duct construction concept where all ducts and fittings are made from full 48" fiber glass duct sections. Modified shiplap method is demonstrated. All fitting fabrication is based on the modular duct construction method.
Fiber Glass Duct Closure: Glass Fab & Mastic (9/22) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2014-04-29 | Proper UL 181 A Closure Systems for all fiber glass duct systems are reviewed with strong emphasis on the UL 181 requirements. Closing fiber glass ducts using UL 181 A-M Fiber Glass Reinforced Mastic is demonstrated with a focus on applying the glass fabric and mastic required for strong, leak-free joints.
Fiber Glass Duct Closure : Heat Sealed Tape (8/22) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2014-04-29 | Proper UL 181 A Closure Systems for all fiber glass duct systems are reviewed with strong emphasis on the UL 181 requirements. Closing fiber glass ducts using UL 181 A-H Heat Sealed Tapes is demonstrated with a focus on the heat activation needed to provide the adhesion required for strong, leak-free joints.
Fiber Glass Duct Closure: Pressure Sensitive Tape (7/22) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2014-04-29 | Proper UL 181 A Closure Systems for all fiber glass duct systems are reviewed with strong emphasis on the UL 181 requirements. Closing fiber glass ducts using UL 181 A-P Pressure Sensitive Tape is demonstrated with a focus on stapling, taping and squaring up fiber glass ducts to get strong, leak-free joints.
Duct Board Grooving Machine - Maintenance (6/22) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2014-04-29 | Reviews all the parts of the Glass Master fiber glass duct board grooving machine. Instructions on blade and tool replacement, standard adjustments, as well as regular maintenance suggestions to assure accurate grooving are addressed.
Fiber Glass Duct - Machine Grooving: 2- Piece Duct (5/22) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2014-04-29 | Demonstrator shows how to measure and groove two-piece sections of duct board using a Glass Master duct board grooving machine. Tips on using the Glass Master machine safely and blade tool placement for accurate grooves are detailed and reviewed.
Fiber Glass Duct - Hand Fab with Amcraft Tools (3/22) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2014-04-29 | Demonstrates how to lay out and hand fabricate a straight fiber glass duct section using duct board hand fabrication tools manufactured by Amcraft.
Fiber Glass Duct - Machine Grooving: 1- Piece Duct (4/22) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2014-04-29 | Demonstrator shows how to measure and groove full sheets of duct board using a Glass Master duct board grooving machine. Tips on using the Glass Master machine safely, and blade tool placement for accurate grooves are detailed and reviewed.
Fiber Glass Duct - Hand Fab with Glass Master/Malco Tools (2/22) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2014-04-29 | Demonstrates how to lay out and hand fabricate a straight fiber glass duct section using duct board hand fabrication tools manufactured by Glass Master and Malco Tools.
Intro to Fiber Glass Duct Board Fabrication (1/22) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2014-04-29 | Introduction to fiber glass duct fabrication concepts. Reviews the benefits of fiber glass duct systems, covers the recommended work practices and the tools needed to fabricate fiber glass ducts the meet the building codes.
How To Install Batt Insulation (3/3): Fiber Glass & Rock Wool Batt Insulation Inspection (rev) NAIMA Insulation Videos 2012-11-23 | http://www.NAIMA.org - Answers the question: "How do I install insulation?" Homes insulated with fiber glass, rock wool and slag wool batt insulation can meet RESNET Grade 1 insulation criteria when installed with professionalism and care. Walk with Brian Coble, Director of High Performance Homes for Advanced Energy, as he performs a detailed insulation inspection in an ENERGY STAR home. Issues such as batt insulation compression, vapor retarder facings, insulating around light fixtures, pipes, electrical wires, outlets, intricate framing areas, cantilevers, bay windows, corner cavities, band joists, knee walls, attic platforms, soffit dams and baffles, showers and tubs, and much more are covered.
