Loft Access Traps                    Insulite

Did you know an econstruction products loft trap can reduce air leakage, improve thermal performance and help control harmful condensation in your roofspace?

With the growing need to reduce our impact on the environment, Building Regulations place more and more emphasis on the need to improve thermal performance and reduce CO2 emissions.

Two models Available:

ECON push-up trap. Anti-wind uplift mechanism to prevent the trap from falling if there is a severe wind gusting.

ECON hinge-down trap operated by a twin fingertip-activated release. The trap is fixed to the frame by two factory-fitted heavy duty hinges.

Composition:

ECON PU & HD injection-moulded polypropylene door and frame. All models have integral closed-cell vapour seals between frame and ceiling, and between the trap and frame.

Sizes

See table. All model suit 600mm joist centres. They can also be used with other joist centres by cutting a joist and trimming the opening (subject to structural considerations).

Appearance

ECON PU & HD: trap and frame have a lightly textured scuff-resistant white finish which blends unobtrusively with a classic brilliant white ceiling.

Optional extras

ECON Loft Ladder twin section telescopic loft ladder, suitable for floor to floor heights of 2210 to 2670mm.

ECON Hinge Down door release pole (450mm). Also available: ECON 30FR model with 30 minutes fire resistance and Class 0 flame spread and ECON1FR with 1 hour fire resistance

Condensation control

Thermal insulation at ceiling level produces a cold roof with an increased condensation risk due to moisture vapour migrating into the loft space from the dwelling below . Most of the water vapour in the roof void comes from washing, drying and cooking within the house. It enters the void by diffusion through the ceiling, and by air movement through gaps around a traditional loft trap, pipes, ceiling roses and cracks. With a conventional unsealed loft hatch, approximately 50% of vapour transfer by air movement occurs around the hatch cover (BRE Digest 270). With an econstruction products  sealed Loft Trap this can be cut to almost zero. BS 5250 incorporating Amendment 1 is now the main means of compliance with these requirements. BS 5250 Amendment 1 Clause 8.4.1.2 recognises that a totally airtight (convection tight) ceiling is extremely difficult to achieve in practice, but provides advice on how to construct what has been termed a ‘well-sealed ceiling’. It includes the following specific requirements for access hatches:

“b) No access door or hatch should be located in rooms where large amounts of moisture are produced, including kitchens or bathrooms.

Thermal insulation

Thermal insulation laid on the ceiling is a simple and cost-effective method of conserving heat and meeting building regulations. However, the loft trap should also be insulated to avoid heat loss. Insulating a conventional trap by laying insulation on it is awkward and not reliable. Heat loss can also occur when the trap is inadequately sealed against draughts, allowing warm air to escape around the edges and increasing moisture transfer.

The insullite is a fire retardant cover designed to allow you insulate safely and effectively around recessed lights. The insullite box is suitable with most types of insulation and when installed it allows the insulation to be placed as close to the light or heat fixture as possible without the risk of fire.

The Benefits ……..

• Allows Insulation to be applied around and on top of light fixtures providing the most efficient way to insulate

• Available with or without vents located at sides and top of box

• The Insullite Box is quick and easy to install

• Can be used with all types of insulation including Spray Foam Insulation – Cellulose – Fiberglass – Rockwool etc..

• Manufactured from recycled paper products

• Treated with specific fire retardant to prevent risk of fire

Product Size :  250 x 250 x 300 mm

Designed for standard recessed downlighters

Product Size :  317 x 317 x 355 mm

Designed for larger heat producing fixtures