INSUL-TARP

Under-Slab Insulation
the industries' number one selling under-slab insulation

Insul-Tarp is a patented revolutionary product like no other on the market today. Its lightweight, Space Age design integrates closed cell foam and an aluminum reflective material with a protective poly coating all within three thin layers. The durable poly coating protects the insulating material from potentially damaging surfaces and is impermeable to moisture, helping it to maintain a high R-value in a minimal amount of space. The superior physical characteristics and overall design of Insul-Tarp make it the most effective product for insulating under concrete slabs in Residential, Commercial and Agricultural radiant heating systems.

Insul-Tarp's innovative combination of layers and reflective material enable it to effectively control all three modes of heat transfer -- Conduction, Convection and Radiation. In a heated slab, Radiation is responsible for 93% of the heat traveling downward.

Insul-Tarp's innovative combination of layers and reflective material enable it to effectively control all three modes of heat transfer -- Conduction, Convection and Radiation. In a heated slab, Radiation is responsible for 93% of the heat traveling downward.

Why Insul-Tarp Works...
Traditional mass insulation such as foam board addresses mainly Conduction and Convection and has been shown to be only 30% effective when dealing with Radiant heat flow. Unlike conventional insulations, Insul-Tarp reflects up to 97% of the Radiant heat transfer back into the living areas. There is no need to use other insulating products in conjunction with Insul-Tarp for it to achieve its superior performance... Insul-Tarp stands alone.

Easy to Handle
Lightweight Insul-Tarp rolls come in three sizes -- 6'x25', 6'x50', and 12'x50'. Insul-Tarp can be carried and installed by one person.

Quick Installation
Insul-Tarp can take less than 1/4 the time of conventional insulation to install. While rigid insulation requires the subsoil surface to be lowered and leveled, no special preparations are needed to accommodate Insul-Tarp. Installation around plumbing is almost effortless. Simply cut an "X" in the tarp and slide it over the top of the pipe. Less time, less mess and less effort.

Insul-Tarp, as shown here, has been rolled out and installed with radiant tubing banded to wire mesh.

Quicker Response Time
With Insul-Tarp's under-slab installation, the response time of the heating system is quicker and more consistent due to the insulation's superior reflective properties. Insul-Tarp significantly decreases the heat loss to the earth below the slab, allowing the system to react more efficiently and accurately to a shift in temperature. A quicker response time means a happier customer.

Effective Vapor and Radon Barrier
The Insul Tarp low perm rate allows it to act as a vapor barrier. Therefore, it becomes very effective in preventing radon gas infiltration, creating a safer environment for your customer.

SCROLL COMPRESSOR
The most expensive component of any heat pump is the compressor. Rheem installs Scroll® Compressors throughout its entire residential heat pump line for proven reliability, efficiency, and sound reduction.

WRAPAROUND CABINET
Rheem heat pump units are constructed with a powder-coat paint finish and galvanized steel cabinet to protect the condensing coil fins from yard hazards, extreme weather, and corrosion.

BASE PAN
The entire Rheem heat pump line uses a sturdy, one-piece drawn and painted base pan. This pan elevates the coil off the pad, helping minimize corrosion while reducing sound and vibration.

PRESSURE CONTROLS
Rheem installs high and low pressure controls on high-efficiency models (options on standard-efficiency models) to protect the scroll compressor from pressure extremes.

OUTDOOR COIL
Rheem heat pumps use an innovative wraparound outdoor coil constructed of copper tubing and aluminum fins. This design allows improved airflow transfer and helps reduce energy consumption.

EASY-ACCESS PANEL
Servicing your Rheem heat pump is easy thanks to the single "easy access" panel. A service technician can easily remove this panel for access to the compressor and control box.