DuPont Launches
Breathable, Metallized Housewrap
New DuPont(TM) Tyvek(R) ThermaWrap(TM) Enhances Homes' Moisture and
Thermal Performance
WILMINGTON, Del., Nov. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- As part of its
expanded market-facing sustainability commitments, DuPont has
introduced DuPont(TM) Tyvek(R) ThermaWrap(TM) -- a breathable,
metallized housewrap designed to enhance the thermal performance of
walls. DuPont(TM) Tyvek(R) ThermaWrap(TM) provides all the
additional benefits of a weather-resistant barrier and helps thermal
management by managing radiant heat, while helping to protect
structures from air and water intrusion and UV rays. DuPont(TM)
Tyvek(R) ThermaWrap(TM) is a specially engineered housewrap with a
breathable aluminum layer. Its combination of high vapor
permeability and thermal protection forms a quality wall defense
against moisture condensation, which can lead to mold and mildew
growth. Previously, non- DuPont generations of radiant barriers were
commonly made solely of aluminum foils, which act as barriers and do
not permit water vapor to pass through, and can lead to moisture
accumulation and possible damage. "This is a truly revolutionary
product that delivers sustainable solutions through science and
innovation," said Tom Powell, vice president and general manager -
DuPont Surfaces and Building Innovations. "DuPont(TM) Tyvek(R)
ThermaWrap(TM) has been engineered to provide the best possible
balance of breathable barrier properties, so it's light and
flexible, highly vapor permeable, but still air-tight,
water-resistant, wind-tight and will last the entire lifetime of any
building. We're focused on ensuring homes are tightly sealed,
protected from harsh weather, while at the same time create
aesthetically pleasing, comfortable living environments."
Because it is a low emissivity (low-e) surface, DuPont(TM) Tyvek(R)
ThermaWrap(TM) increases the thermal performance of walls by
ultimately reducing the transfer of radiant heat both into and out
of homes. It works all year long to balance thermal performance,
considerably reducing the amount of heat loss during the winter and
permitting heat reflection in the summer. DuPont(TM) Tyvek(R)
ThermaWrap(TM) is an example of DuPont's recently announced
marketplace sustainability commitments, expanding its business
offerings to address safety, environment, energy and climate
challenges in the global marketplace. As part of its 2015
Sustainability Goals that are focused on the marketplace, DuPont has
committed to grow its annualrevenues by at least $2 billion from its
broad range of products -- like DuPont(TM) Tyvek(R) ThermaWrap(TM)
-- that create energy efficiencies and/or significant greenhouse gas
emissions reductions for its customers. DuPont estimates these
products will contribute at least 40 million tons of additional CO2
equivalent reductions by its customers and consumers. DuPont (NYSE:
DD) is a science-based products and services company. Founded in
1802, DuPont puts science to work by creating sustainable solutions
essential to a better, safer, healthier life for people everywhere.
Operating in more than 70 countries, DuPont offers a wide range of
innovative products and services for markets including agriculture
and food; building and construction; communications; and
transportation. The DuPont Oval, DuPont(TM), The miracles of
science(TM), and Tyvek(R) and ThermaWrap(TM) are trademarks or
registered trademarks of DuPont or its affiliates.
SOURCE DuPont
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