Perm-A-Barrier VP

Grace Construction Products a division of WR Grace
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Description: Perm-A-Barrier® VP is a fluid applied, one component, acrylic membrane that cures to form a resilient, monolithic, fully bonded elastomeric air barrier when applied to construction surfaces. Perm-A-Barrier VP provides superior protection against the damaging effects of air and liquid water ingress on building structures. The product creates a solid barrier against air infiltration and exfiltration, which minimizes associated energy loss and condensation problems. Perm-A-Barrier VP is vapor permeable for wall assemblies requiring this “breathable” characteristic. As a vapor permeable membrane, Perm-A-Barrier VP permits the transfusion of water vapor that may otherwise condense in the wall structure; but is impermeable to liquid water, which allows the material to act as a water drainage plain.
MasterFormat Number(s): 07 27 00, 07 00 00, 07 27 26

Manufacturer:

Grace Construction Products a division of WR Grace
62 Whittemore Ave.
Cambridge, MA 02140

waterproofing@grace.com
http://www.na.graceconstruction.com/template.cfm?page=/contact_sbm/choose_state.html&did=3/
(866) 333-3726 (main)

Distribution Channels:

Manufacturer-direct
Distributor(/Representative)

PRODUCT DETAILS2.1 SUSTAINABLE STANDARDS AND CERTIFICATIONS • 2.2 SUSTAINABLE PERFORMANCE CRITERIA • 2.3 SUSTAINABLE COMPOSITION OF PRODUCT

2.1 SUSTAINABLE STANDARDS AND CERTIFICATIONS

2.2 SUSTAINABLE PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

2.2.99 Additional Product Performance

List essential performance and physical characteristics: (ie. Fire resistance rating, vapor permeability, strength, etc.)

Characteristic:

Air Barrier Assembly - Energy

Measurement test (UL, ASTM, FM, etc):

ASTM E2357

Results (value,units):

<.004 L/s/m2

Characteristic:

Air Barrier Material - Energy

Measurement test (UL, ASTM, FM, etc):

ASTM E2178

Results (value,units):

<.002 L/s/m2

Characteristic:

Vapor Permeance

Measurement test (UL, ASTM, FM, etc):

ASTM E96

Results (value,units):

11.2 Perm

Characteristic:

Adhesion to Concrete

Measurement test (UL, ASTM, FM, etc):

ASTM D4541

Results (value,units):

200 psi

Characteristic:

Adhesion to Ext. Gypsum Sheathing

Measurement test (UL, ASTM, FM, etc):

ASTM D4541

Results (value,units):

50 psi

Manufacturer Comments

Perm-A-Barrier VP forms a durable air tight barrier in the building envelope to eliminate or limit uncontrolled air leakage. Preventing uncontroled air leakage improves energy efficientcy, reduces organic (mold) growth risk and improves durability of the building envelope.

2.3 SUSTAINABLE COMPOSITION OF PRODUCT

2.3.1 Composition

List the primary materials in a representative sample of the reported product. (List actual material - not trade name)

Water based acrylic latex and water.

2.3.2 Toxicity

Does the product contain any California Proposition 65 chemicals?	Yes No
Does the product contain any Persistent, Bioaccumulative, and Toxic pollutants (PBTs) as listed on the EPA Priority PBT List?	Yes No
Is the MSDS and/or a list of toxics available on company website?	Yes No

2.3.3 Recycled Content

Does the product contain any recycled content material?								Yes No

2.3.4 Rapidly Renewable Materials

Does the product contain any rapidly renewable materials?

Yes No

Measurement definition:

FTC def

2.3.6 Emissions

For wet-applied products, what is the VOC content?

18

g/l

Measurement Standard:

EPA Reference Test Method 24

Does the product contain any added Urea Formaldehyde?

Yes No

PRODUCT LIFE CYCLE3.1 LIFE CYCLE ANALYSIS • Manufacturer Comments • 3.2 Material Extraction and Transportation • 3.3 MANUFACTURING • 3.4 CONSTRUCTION • 3.5 FACILITY OPERATIONS • 3.6 DECONSTRUCTION / RECYCLING PHASE

3.1 LIFE CYCLE ANALYSIS

Manufacturer Comments

3.2 Material Extraction and Transportation

3.2.1 Regional Materials

Location(s) of manufacturing facility(s) producing the reported product
City, State/Province, Zip, Country: Hatfield, PA, 19440, USA	City, State/Province, Zip, Country:
City, State/Province, Zip, Country:






List Primary Raw Materials in Product: (ie. sand, cement, water, recycled glass, clay, wood, biofiber, etc.): (If a significant percent of the raw materials for this product (excluding water) are sourced from a specific location, please also list percent by weight of material in the product and material source location (town, state, country zip code, country). Be as specific as possible regarding each raw material in the product, but leave the location blank if the material is sourced from many different locations.)
Material: Water Based Latex	Location: Akron, OH	Percent by weight: 74
Material: Water	Location: Hatfield, PA	Percent by weight: 20



Raw materials or components are too numerous, are sourced from too wide a region, or are too dispersed for a meaningful answer.								Yes No

3.2.2 Supply Chain

What approximate percent of materials and/or assemblies by weight are sourced from ISO 14001 certified suppliers?

50-75%

3.3 MANUFACTURING

3.3.1 Manufacturing and Support Facilities

Does the company maintain ISO 14001 registration for some or all manufacturing facilities, including international locations?
some	If some, identify which plant(s): Curtis Bay, MD; Passirana, Italy; St. Boi, Spain; Dubai, United Arab Emirates; Dueren, Germany; Widnes, United Kingdom; Worms, Germany; Rottenburg/Hailfingen, Germany; Shanghai – Minhang, China; Tuzla, Turkey
Does the company generate energy on-site from renewable resources?								Yes No

Does the company purchase any thermal energy or electricity from renewable sources? (for electricity this refers to sources that meet the Center for Resource Solutions Green-e Energy National Standard)								Yes No

3.3.2 Manufacturing Process

What is the company's specified goal for reducing energy consumption?
Our customers and neighboringcommunities can be assured that we have established environment, health and safety (EHS) programs and that we are working to reduce the impact of our facilities and products on the global environment. At our manufacturing locations, we continue to look for ways to improve our processes through increased recycling, waste reduction and energy savings. We are also working to secure International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 14001 certifications at various locations. The certification process involves the identification of environmental aspects and impacts associated with our plants and the establishment of targets for continuous improvement. We have certified sites in Spain, United Arab Emirates, Germany and United Kingdom, with additional sites currently undergoing the process.	What steps has the company taken to reduce energy consumption of the manufacturing process? Evaluating new manufacturing procedure to reduce equipment usage during the process.

Does the company participate in any recognized voluntary programs to increase energy efficiency and/or reduce GHG emissions in manufacturing?								Yes No

What is the company's specified goal for reducing potable water use?
The manufacturing facility looks for opportunities to reduce potable water use in its manufacturing process.	What steps have been taken to reduce potable water consumption of the manufacturing process? Recycle all wash water into subsequent batches. No new potable water is used to rinse down mixing tanks for subsequent batches of material.	What is the percent reduction achieved by unit of product over the specified period? 66
Enter Base year for period. 2008	Enter Reporting year for period. 2008
What is the company's specified goal for reducing solid waste?
The manufacturing facility looks for opportunities to reduce solid waste in its manufacturing process.	What steps has the company taken to reduce solid-waste created from the manufacturing process? Resuse tank rinse water to reduce the amount of solid sludge waste that collects in the waste rinse water. Using containers that may be refilled with raw materials in lieu of disposable raw material containers. Sending containers back to raw material supplier to be refilled.
Enter Base year for period.	Enter Reporting year for period.

3.4 CONSTRUCTION

3.4.1 Construction Waste Management

Shipping and Packing Materials (select all that apply for each)
Pallets: Recyclable	Boxes: Recyclable	Packing filler: Recyclable
Containers: Recyclable	Wrapping: Recyclable
Does the design of this product include features that reduce amount of excess material/overage required at installation?								Yes No

3.4.2 Installation

Accessories: Identify accessory items (adhesives, fasteners, tapes, etc.) required to install product and describe in the comment field any impact on the sustainable performance of the product.

None

3.5 FACILITY OPERATIONS

3.6 DECONSTRUCTION / RECYCLING PHASE

3.6.1 Manufacturer/Industry Programs

Is there a maintenance/replacement agreement?								Yes No
Is there a buy-back or take-back program for products at end-of-life?								Yes No
If yes, is there a cost to the customer?						Yes No

3.6.2 Product Reuse

Is the entire product reusable?								Yes No
Are components of the product reusable?								Yes No

3.6.3 Product Recycling / Disposal

Is the product currently being recycled into another product?								Yes No

Is product 100% biodegradable?								Yes No
Is product 100% compostable?								Yes No

Does product require disposal in a landfill?								Yes No
If yes, what classification of landfill? Class III - Nonhazardous waste

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION4.1 Stewardship • 4.2 Transparency of Information • Manufacturer Comments

4.1 Stewardship

Are any of the company's buildings/sites certified under a green building rating system?								Yes No


Briefly describe the organizations environmental policies or programs and provide link to them on company website.
Environment Health and Safety Policy. The Health and Safety of our employees and their families, our customers, and the communities in which we work, and the protection of the environment, are among Grace's most critical concerns. It is Grace policy to conduct business in compliance with company standards and all applicable health, safety and environmental laws. While safe behavior is ultimately the responsibility of each of us, Grace will provide a safe and healthful workplace and will ensure that safety and environmental issues are incorporated in the planning and execution of the company's business.
Does the company participate in any voluntary programs to reduce environmental impact of the listed product(s)?								Yes No

Please describe what Design-for-Environment (DfE) strategies were used in design of this product (including such practices as dematerialization, and design-for-disassembly), company-wide approach to DfE, and other aspects that you feel exemplify commitment but have not been quantified elsewhere in this form.
The end use of Perm-A-Barrier VP is an air barrier to limit uncontrolled air leakage into and out of a building. According to a National Institute of Standards and Technology study (NISTIR 7238 Investigation of the Impact of Commercial Building Envelope Airtightness on HVAC Energy Use), buildings utilizing an air barrier can reduce enegy costs by up to 39%. The reduced energy cost and energy usage by using Perm-A-Barrier VP on a building improves the environmental performance of the building.

4.2 Transparency of Information

Is the environmental information reported in this form available on the website?								Yes No
If yes link to webpage(s): http://www.grace.com/About/EHS/default.aspx
Does the company have an environmental policy or sustainability plan available on its website?								Yes No
If yes link to webpage(s): http://www.grace.com/About/EHS/default.aspx
Does the company produce a corporate sustainability report for public review?								Yes No

Ingredients or materials that comprise the product are fully disclosed on product packaging or in materials accompanying the product								Yes No

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