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Stylite - T-Beam Suspended Floor Insulation
PRESTRESSSED CONCRETE BEAM FLOOR INSULATION
INSTALLED IN CONJUNCTION WITH OUR PRESTRESSED CONCRETE BLOCK AND BEAM FLOORING
Stylite T-Beam Floor is a tailored made polystyrene insulation system which is suitable in commercial and residential property on all suspended floors.
This insulated floor solution is manufactured using 100% recyclable, expanded, lightweight polystyrene infill panels which are profile cut to suit any concrete beam design. The tightly fitted panels ‘wrap’ in-between and beneath each of ACP (Concrete) Ltd’s prestressed concrete floor beams.
Once the interlocking Stylite T-Beam Infill panels are installed it forms a flat fixed level above the concrete floor beams. This unique design makes valuable use of what is otherwise wasted space in-between and beneath the concrete beams to provide a lightweight thermal floor solution which eliminates any cold bridging areas (also known as thermal bridges). Underfloor heating pipes can be installed, or a steel mesh can be added to help the structural integrity of the build before a concrete screed is then placed over the composite flooring. This provides a durable concrete surface associated with suspended concrete flooring.
APPLICATIONS
Suitable for a wide variety of concrete floor construction Ground Floor Level in:
- Private Housing and Flats
- Hotels
- Commercial Developments
- Nursing Homes
- Residential Developments
KEY ADVANTAGES
- Lightweight
- High performance thermal performance A+ Green Guide rated = 3 code credits (3x more than for beam and block floors with insulation and floating screed)
- Excellent Acoustic Qualities
- Cost-effective
- Stylite insulation blocks are easily and safely cut on site
- Quick and easy to install
- Suitable for underfloor heating systems
CE CERTIFICATIONS
For all our Block and Beam Floor CE Certificates click here.
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For any sales, technical or enquiries we are happy to help so please contact us.
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DISCLAIMER
Please note that any information provided is to be used as a guide only. Any lifting/handling operations should be carried out by trained and competent personnel only. ACP (Concrete) Limited will not be held responsible for any damage or injuries in connection with handling or installation not carried out by ACP (Concrete) Limited.
High Performance at Low Cost
At ACP (Concrete) Ltd, our prestressed floor beams are manufactured offsite in controlled factory environment conditions to recognised industry standards (EC2, BS5502),
Wet cast from high quality steel moulds using quality assured engineering grade concrete (60 N/mm²), guarantees the quality and performance of all our prestressed concrete flooring products. It also enables us to supply high performance concrete floor beams at low cost. As prestressed floor beams are designed to span further it also reduces the foundation costs.
Available as supply only or supply and install, all our prestressed concrete floor beams are delivered nationwide from our factories in Workington, Cumbria and Manchester.
Fast and Simple Installation
Used in conjunction with our Prestressed Concrete Beams, these expanded polystyrene Stylite T-Beam are a tailor made insulation void former. These interlocking panels are quick and easy to install, resulting in a much faster installation process than conventional beam and block floor designs.
Image Source: Styrene Stylite T Beam
Image Source: Styrene Stylite T Beam
Each panels are profile cut, to suit any concrete beam design, ensuring a tight fit that greatly reduces cold bridging.
This highly efficient and cost effective method of insulation exceeds the thermal requirements of part L building regulations.
Weather independent
The installation of beam and block floors is generally weather independent, reducing site delays and ensuring construction schedule is maintained.
Sustainability
The high thermal mass inherent with precast concrete floor construction has benefits for the finished buildings energy consumption. Prestressed concrete flooring also exhibits excellent noise reduction
Suitable for Underfloor Heating systems
Concrete beam and block floors are suitable for underfloor heating systems providing a high thermal mass in addition to the benefits of a concrete floor solution.
Image Source: Styrene Stylite T Beam
Looking for alternative solutions?
An alternative thermal solution to Stylite is using TETRiS® Thermal Insulation Block Floor System.
Made from 100% recyclable material, this insulated floor solution is constructed using lightweight T-shaped insulated polystyrene infill blocks which sit on and fit in-between ACP (Concrete) Ltd’s prestressed concrete floor beams.
The durability of the insulation blocks means they are able to withstand foot traffic during the build process. More information on TETRiS®
Incorporating insulation in-between the concrete prestressed floor beams of a suspended concrete floor is essential if you are looking for a high thermal performance and eco-friendly flooring solution.
Image Source: Styrene Stylite T Beam
The most popular solution is using our prestressed concrete beam and insulation floor system, where the floor precast concrete slabs/blocks are replaced with the insulation blocks or panels providing an instance improvement to high thermal performance and U-values. This is an alternative solution to our concrete block and beam floors which has a completely open conductive base giving no thermal protection under the floor.
Prestressed concrete beam and insulation floor systems enhances the thermal and structural properties of the suspended floor by reducing any potential cold bridging areas (also known as thermal bridges) which is particularly beneficial in the construction of residential housing.
ACP (Concrete) Ltd’s prestressed concrete beam and insulation floor system has a simple and fast installation which reduces the time spent on-site, saving you both time and money. The installation is also generally weather independent which reduces site delays and ensuring the construction programme is maintained.
At ACP (Concrete) Ltd, we offer 2 standard depths of concrete floor beams 150mm and 215mm which are designed and manufactured to Eurocode 2 industry standards and are all CE marked.
Product Sizes & Performance Specifications
Stylite Dimensions
There are three options available:
Images Source: Styrene Stylite T Beam
Block and Beam Floor Beam Sizes
To view Beam and Block Flooring Sizes and Specifications, click here.
Brief Overview: How to install T-Beam Suspended Floor Insulation
Video Source: Vimeo 1280x720 Final Stylite T-Beam Sequence by Sophie
To view Installation Process for a more detailed Step by Step Guide of the Installation of Stylite Insulation.
Image Source: Styrene Stylite Installation. Guide
How to install our Beam and Block Flooring
To view a more detailed Step by Step Guide of the Installation, Safe Handling and Delivery of Floors, Stairs and Landings, please click here.
To watch a short animation Beam and Block Flooring Installation click here.
DISCLAIMER
Please note that any information provided is to be used as a guide only. Any lifting/handling operations should be carried out by trained and competent personnel only. ACP (Concrete) Limited( will not be held responsible for any damage or injuries in connection with handling or installation not carried out by ACP (Concrete) Limited.
Specifications and Literature Downloads
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Safety / COSHH
Safety / COSHH
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Precast Concrete Block and Beam Safety Guidance
ACP (Concrete) Ltd - Material Health & Safety Datasheet
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Our Prestressed and Precast Concrete Design and Installation Service
At ACP (Concrete) Ltd we offer professional, comprehensive and reliable prestressed and precast concrete design and installation service on all our products. Available to all our clients and customers, these services give you the peace of mind of working closely with an experienced company you can trust to deliver every stage of your project.
Supporting you at every part of the process: design, construction and installation, our dedicated team of structural engineers and precast installers have extensive experience of delivering a wide range of prestressed floors, precast wall and stairs projects nationwide.
Design Service
Our experienced in-house engineering department offer a complete design and calculations service providing you with full construction drawings to deliver high quality precast solutions. Our design services including cantilever wall foundation design, precast wall panel design or design of bespoke precast products where our standard products don’t meet your requirements.
Our dedicated team will work closely with you to ensure that the precast concrete design meets your specific requirements, whilst ensuring that your project is designed to the highest standard whilst still providing a fit for purpose cost effective solution.
Installation Service - Part 1
All our precast concrete products are delivered and installed by the same professional team ensuring your project runs efficiently with people who fully understand your requirements. The team’s knowledge and experience of the complete precast and prestressed installation process is second to none, ensuring our products are installed on-site correctly and your project remains on-time and to budget.
We employ dedicated specialist reliable subcontract fixing precast teams who have worked closely with ACP (Concrete) Ltd over many years. Our Contract Manager's will assume control and co-ordination of the works on the placement of your order. This will ensure the free flow of information and design approval being achieved within the timescales.
Installation Service - Part 2
Our precast concrete wall solutions offer quick and simple installation which is usually carried out using either a crane or telehandler. The final product and method of installation will generally be determined by any site restrictions, the proposed sequencing of work and which product will provide the desired solution most economically.
Alternatively, help and advice for the safe handling and installation of precast units can be supplied as documentation and if required a supervisory site visit can also be arranged.
Site Specific Risk Assessments
Site Specific risk assessments and method statements are available following a prestart visit to site, which will be logged with all relevant parties, prior to commencement of work on-site.
Our experienced team will work to the site-specific method statement in conjunction with the detail of the approved design layout drawing ensuring your project is delivered to the highest standards of safety.
Site Specific Requirements
Site specific requirements, such as hard standing areas, movement of materials to create space and overhead obstructions will be identified and discussed with the Site Manager prior to commencement of installation work and these requirements will form part of the method statement.
Please contact us to discuss any of your design and installation requirements.
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