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Welcome to LAMBDABOARD® — a smart and simple way to insulate your building. Whether you’re starting a new project or improving an existing one, LAMBDABOARD® helps keep your space warm in winter, cool in summer, and saves you money on energy bills. It’s made right here in South Africa and trusted by architects and builders across the country.

LAMBDABOARD® is made from polyisocyanurate (PIR), a high-performance insulation material. It’s produced using advanced technology and contains a special blowing agent with zero impact on the ozone layer and very low global warming potential — making it a smart choice for the environment too.

LAMBDABOARD® is a strong, rigid board that can be used in many different ways — under roof coverings, inside cavity walls, or under floors. It’s a great way to improve comfort and reduce energy use.

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What is LAMBDABOARD® ?

LAMBDABOARD® is a polyisocyanurate (PIR/Polyiso) thermal insulation board manufactured on a continuous laminator and locally produced in South Africa. LAMBDABOARD® ensures your building meets not only legal requirements but also your expectations with regard to sustainability and energy efficiency over the lifespan of the building. LAMBDABOARD® has a low thermal conductivity that offers optimal thermal performance at minimal thickness.

LAMBDABOARD® is available with a variety of facing options to suit your project needs. The white mineral facing provides a paintable surface, while the Gunmetal Grey and Obsidian Black options feature integrated pigments for a pre-coloured finish. Agricultural-grade facings are also available for more robust applications.

LAMBDABOARD® is uniquely positioned in the market—there are no true alternatives to this PIR/polyiso rigid insulation board.

LAMBDABOARD® is offered with the following facings:
  • White Mineral

    White Mineral

  • Ecolam

    Ecolam

  • Ecolam 5C

    Ecolam 5C

  • Embossed Foil

    Embossed Foil

  • Gunmetal Grey

    Gunmetal Grey

  • Kraft

    Kraft

  • Natural Mineral

    Natural Mineral

  • Obsidian Black

    Obsidian Black

Applications of LAMBDABOARD®
Why choose LAMBDABOARD®
Thermal Comfort

LAMBDABOARD® reduces heat flow in and out of the building, helping maintain a stable indoor temperature - cooler in summer and warmer in winter.

Thermal Comfort

Thanks to its exceptionally low thermal conductivity LAMBDABOARD® reduces the energy needed to keep your building comfortable, helping cut heating and cooling costs.

Thermal Comfort

LAMBDABOARD®'s Coated Glass Facer (CGF) is fully paintable with your choice of paint. Just follow the paint manufactureres application guidelines. Its thermoset structure is resistant to common construction solvents like paints, adhesives and alkalines.

Thermal Comfort

LAMBDABOARD® offers the highest aged R-values peer board thickness. This means you can achieve excellenet thermal performance with less material.

Thermal Comfort

Lightweight, dimensionally stable, and with excellent spanning capabilities, LAMBDABOARD® is quick and easy to install - whether for professional installers or DIY projects.

Thermal Comfort

LAMBDABOARD® can be easily installed in both new builds and existing buildings - either between or under purlins. Support sections should be fitted to match the board thickness and span.

Thermal Comfort

LAMBDABOARD® comes in various thicknesses and lengths to meet thermal requirements and building codes. Boards can be cut to custom lengths to suit your project.

Thermal Comfort

Standard sizes and facing options are kept in stock at all branches, ensuring quick and consistent supply for your project needs.

Thermal Comfort

Choose from a variety of facings to suit different applications and project requirements.

What is DECOBOARD®?

DECOBOARD® by LAMBDABOARD® is a better tounge-and-groove ceiling and insulation board for ceilings, over-rafter, and between-truss applications. It offers better thermal performance, better durability, and better aethetics - delivering a better all-in-one solution for your ceiling designs.

Key Benefits of DECOBOARD®
Thermal Comfort

DECOBOARD® is quick and simple to install with its tounge-and-groove edges and concealed clip system for a seamless finish.

Thermal Comfort

Made from thermoset material DECOBOARD® won't soften, melt, or drip when exposed to flames, offering added fire resistance.

Thermal Comfort

Choose DECOBOARD® with or without elegant V-Grooce detailing. Go for a clean, smooth finish or a subtle decorative touch to suit your design style.

Thermal Comfort

DECOBOARD® offers the highest R-value at 30mm thickness - delivering excellent energy efficiency by reducing heat loss in winter and heat gain in summer.

Thermal Comfort

DECOBOARD® is easy to paint or varnish, allowing you to match any interior design or decor style effortlessly.

Thermal Comfort

MWith its smooth finish and optional V-Grooce detail, DECOBOARD® delivers a sleek, modern look that enhances any ceiling space.

Thermal Comfort

Retofit DECOBOARD® directly over existing ceilings - no need for messy ceiling removes (Consult our sales team for guidance.)

Thermal Comfort

For even greater thermal efficiency, DECOBOARD® can be paired with Knauf insulation products.

BUILT TO PERFORM. DESIGNED TO LAST.
What is LAMBDAGUARD HD?

A closed-cell, thermosetting polisocyanurate (PIR/Polyiso) foam core, integrally bonded to durable facers on both sides. LAMBDASLAB® has Zero Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) and Global Warming Potential (GWP) of less than 1. It is available in thicknesses from 25mm to 100mm, 1 200mm wide offered in various lengths to suit project requirements.

Application:

Designed for under-slab insulation in temperature-controlled environments within the cold chain, as specified by the engineer. It provides enhanced thermal performance and helps reduce thermal bridging in slab construction.

Technical Data Sheets
What is LAMBDASLAB?

A closed-cell, thermosetting polisocyanurate (PIR/Polyiso) foam core, integrally bonded to durable facers on both sides. LAMBDASLAB® has Zero Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) and Global Warming Potential (GWP) of less than 1. It is available in thicknesses from 25mm to 100mm, 1 200mm wide offered in various lengths to suit project requirements.

Application:

Designed for under-slab insulation in temperature-controlled environments within the cold chain, as specified by the engineer. It provides enhanced thermal performance and helps reduce thermal bridging in slab construction.

Technical Data Sheets
What is LAMDBACORE?

Closed-cell thermosetting polyisocyanurate (Polyiso) foam core, integrally bonded to inorganic coated glass tissue facers on both sides. Zero Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) and <1 Global Warming Potential (GWP). Available in 25mm to 100mm thickness, 1220 wide, offered in various lengths.

Application: Laminating on a continuous or discontinuous line for thermal insulation panels, where optimal thermal and fire performance is required in the built environment.

Technical Data Sheets

LAMBDABOARD® information

Spanning Tables
Spanning Tables
Spanning Capabilities
  • 25mm and 30mm: maximum 1 800mm
  • 40mm above: maximum 2 300mm

Figures above based on 3 purlin spacings and more with no longitudinal support.

Maximum Span Distance
Thickness No Sections T-Sections H-Sections
25mm 1 300mm 1 400 - 1 800mm 1 900 - 2 800mm
30mm 1 400mm 1 500 - 1 800mm 1 900 - 2 800mm
40mm 1 800mm 1 900 - 2 100mm 2 200 - 2 800mm
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H&T Sections
H&T Sections
Sizes, specs and compatibility
  • H&T Sections are available in sizes ranging from 30mm to 60mm
  • LAMBDABOARD® H&T Sections must be used together with LAMBDABOARD® insulation board to comply with COC requirements.
  • All H&T Sections are supplied in standard lengths of 6 metres.
  • H&T Sections are colour-matched to te LAMBDABOARD® White Mineral finish for a seamless, professional look.

Figures above based on 3 purlin spacings and more with no longitudinal support.

Maximum Span Distance
Thickness No Sections T-Sections H-Sections
25mm 1 300mm 1 400 - 1 800mm 1 900 - 2 800mm
30mm 1 400mm 1 500 - 1 800mm 1 900 - 2 800mm
40mm 1 800mm 1 900 - 2 100mm 2 200 - 2 800mm
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LAMBDABOARD® H-Sections
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LAMBDABOARD® T-Sections
R-Value
R-Values and Thickness
Unmatched R-Values per board thickness

LAMBDABOARD® has the highest aged R-Value per board thickness, which means you need less material to achieve your building's required thermal performance.

Learn more about R-Values and Thicknesses
Maximum Span Distance
Thickness (mm) R-Value Thickness (mm) R-Value
25mm 1.04 30mm 1.25
35mm 1.45 40mm 1.67
45mm 1.88 50mm 2.08
55mm 2.29 6mm 2.5
65mm 2.71 70mm 2.92
75mm 3.13 80mm 3.33
85mm 3.54 90mm 3.75
95mm 3.96 100mm 4.17
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Retrofitting LAMBDABOARD®
Flexible LAMBDABOARD® Solutions

LAMBDABOARD® can be retrofitted or new build, either between or under purlin. For the structural integrity of the installation support sections are required to suit thickness of board and spanning area.

LAMBDABOARD® comes in a variety of facing options to suit your project requirements. The white mineral facing of the LAMBDABOARD® allows for a paintable surface, where as the Gunmetal Grey and Obsidian Black LAMBDABOARD® is pre-coloured using pigment into the facing allowing a coloured finish. Agricultural facing options are available should your project require a robust application.

Applications:
Industrial
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Industrial
Agricultural
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Retail / Commercial
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Residential
Clips
Clips
Clips

LAMBDABOARD'S® solutions skimming and plastering of boards

Conceal Clips

LAMBDABOARD® can be installed using our concealed clip system (for boards up to 40mm) as an alternative to nailing into timber battons. This method delivers a cleaner, more refined finish.

Duo Clip
Duo Clip
Lambdaboard T Section
LAMBDABOARD® Clip
Lambdaboard T Section
Starter Clip
RIGIBOND 5
RIGIBOND 5
High-performance polyurethane adhesive

RIGIBond 5 is a two-component filled polyurethane adhesive used to bond LAMBDABOARD®, internal insulation cores and other suitable substrates, including concrete, metal sheeting, bitumen torch on membranes etc. The adhesive does not contain any solvents and is VOC free. This adhesive is suitable for batch mixing. The adhesive can withstand constant exposure to temperatures up to 100º C.

Learn more about RIGIBond 5
Applications
  • Ensure that all substrates are free of water and are clean of any residue. The mixed system can then be applied onto the relevant surface/substrate.
  • The glue can then be spread out using a fine-toothed trowel. The spread rate is ±500g per m2.
  • Once the glue has been evenly spread out, the relevant substrate can then be bonded.
  • Sufficient bonding occurs after a minimum of 4 hours and full bonding after 12 hours; this depends greatly on the ambient and substrate temperatures.

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Instant Insights

Temperature, Energy Demand & Regulations

Test your building

Calculate how well your building retains heat - and discover the savings better insulation can bring.

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Obtain estimates for your potential energy savings and the projected temperature variances between outdoor and indoor environments. These estimations are based on various configurations of LAMBDABOARD® insulation in a hypothetical scenario without the presence of an HVAC system or roofing insulation. Furthermore, you can anticipate reduction in your energy expenses, stated in Rand per square meter, on an annual basis by incorporating LAMBDABOARD® insulation whilst aligning with the SANS 10400 XA ED2 regulations.

For any guidance, please reach out to our rational design department. Please be aware that the provided information relies on simulated theoretical data generated through the use of Agreement software - BISMAC, in accordance with the relevant South African National Standard.

LAMBDABOARD® Thickness

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Actual outside temperature

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Annual energy savings (kW/h)

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How does LAMBDABOARD® help you meet the south african government regulations

Understand the insulation standards for your region and see how well LAMBDABOARD® keeps you compliant.

Understanding Heat Loss

70% of Heat Loss is found in the roof structure

Approximately 70% of a building’s heat loss occurs through the roof, highlighting its significance in energy inefficiency. Proper insulation and ventilation are essential to prevent this heat escape, which helps lower heating costs and improve energy efficiency. Addressing roof heat loss can significantly enhance indoor comfort and maintain consistent temperatures.

Energy Consumption (KWA/M2) Vs Energy Demand (VA/m²)

LAMBDABOARD® is a high-performance thermal insulation solution designed for homes. It helps regulate indoor temperatures, providing energy savings by

Energy Demand (VA/m²) for 12 month Cycle

LAMBDABOARD® is a high-performance thermal insulation solution designed for homes. It helps regulate indoor temperatures, providing energy savings by

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