EN 15600-2:2010
(Main)Thermal insulation products for building equipment and industrial installations - In-situ thermal insulation formed from exfoliated vermiculite (EV) products - Part 2: Specification for the installed products
General Information
- Abstract
This European Standard specifies the requirement for exfoliated vermiculite products, which are used for in-situ thermal insulation of building equipment and industrial installations with an operating temperature in the range of approximately – 40 ºC to + 1050 ºC.
This European Standard specifies the requirements for the four types of exfoliated vermiculite products Vermiculite Aggregate (EVA), Coated Vermiculite (EVC), Hydrophobic Vermiculite (EVH) and Premixed Vermiculite (EVM), containing less than 1 % by mass organic material as determined by Annex C in EN 15600-1:2010.
This European Standard is a specification for the installed products.
This European Standard also specifies the checks and test procedures to be used for the declaration made by the installer of the product.
This European Standard does not specify the required level of all properties to be achieved by a product to demonstrate fitness for purpose in a particular application. The required levels are to be found in regulations or non-conflicting standards.
This European Standard does not include factory made insulation products of formed shapes and boards made with exfoliated vermiculite.
The products covered by this European Standard are not intended to be used primarily for airborne sound insulation or sound absorption applications although they may improve the performance of the installation in these respects when installed for their primary insulation intended use.
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 06-Jul-2010
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 88 - Thermal insulating materials and products
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 88/WG 15 - In situ formed insulation products
- Current Stage
- 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 20-May-2025
- Completion Date
- 17-Sep-2026
- Directive
- Harmonized Standard305/2011 - Regulation (eu) No 305/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 march 2011 laying down harmonised conditions for the marketing of construction products and repealing council directive 89/106/eec
Not Harmonized89/106/EEC - Construction products
Overview
EN 15600-2:2010 is a European Standard developed by CEN that specifies the requirements for in-situ thermal insulation formed from exfoliated vermiculite (EV) products used in building equipment and industrial installations. This standard applies to installed thermal insulation products capable of operating effectively within a temperature range of approximately –40 ºC to +1050 ºC. It covers four types of exfoliated vermiculite products:
- Vermiculite Aggregate (EVA)
- Coated Vermiculite (EVC)
- Hydrophobic Vermiculite (EVH)
- Premixed Vermiculite (EVM)
The standard applies to products containing less than 1% organic material by mass. It focuses on specifications after installation, including necessary testing and checks by installers to ensure compliance and fitness for purpose.
Key Topics
Product Types and Application
- EN 15600-2 defines specifications for in-situ formed exfoliated vermiculite insulation products.
- The standard does not cover factory-made boards or preformed shapes containing exfoliated vermiculite.
- It is designed for insulation applied directly in place to complex equipment and industrial installations.
Thermal Performance Requirements
- Specifies thermal resistance and required insulation thickness to achieve desired performance.
- Thickness is calculated with respect to declared thermal conductivity using the formula:
d = Rs / λD
where d is thickness, Rs is specified thermal resistance, and λD is declared thermal conductivity. - Ensures installed thickness is not less than 80% of the specified value to maintain effective insulation.
Installation and Verification
- Details on measuring installed declared insulation thickness, including minimum number of measurement points and methods using calibrated depth gauges.
- Requires cavity fill to be complete as specified by the project specifier to avoid thermal bridging and inefficiency.
- Installer must conduct in-situ checks and document compliance.
Installer's Declaration
- The installer, in cooperation with the specifier, must provide a formal declaration to the client, including:
- Product trade name and designation code
- Declared and required thermal resistance
- Required and actual installed thickness
- Volume of insulation material used
- Installation date
- This declaration confirms adherence to procedures and compliance with EN 15600-1 and 15600-2 standards.
Applications
EN 15600-2:2010 is essential for sectors involving thermal insulation of:
- Building mechanical equipment (e.g., HVAC ducts, pipes)
- Industrial installations exposed to a wide range of temperatures
- Facilities requiring insulation solutions that can be installed on-site to fit complex shapes or cavities
- Thermal management where energy efficiency, safety, and asset protection are critical
The standard ensures in-situ installed exfoliated vermiculite insulation products meet consistent quality and performance benchmarks, supporting thermal conservation goals and compliance with regulations.
Related Standards
EN 15600-2 is part of a series addressing in-situ thermal insulation products based on exfoliated vermiculite and similar materials:
- EN 15600-1:2010 – Specifies requirements for exfoliated vermiculite products before installation, including bonded and loose-fill forms.
- EN 14317-1 – Covers in-situ insulation formed from expanded vermiculite for building applications, focusing on product specifications.
- EN ISO 9229 – Defines terminology related to thermal insulation products to standardize vocabulary across the industry.
- EN 823:1994 – Provides methods for determining thickness of thermal insulation products, referenced for in-situ measurement verification.
Summary
EN 15600-2:2010 provides a comprehensive framework for ensuring that exfoliated vermiculite insulation applied in-situ meets performance and installation quality requirements. Adhering to this standard guarantees thermal efficiency, safety, and reliable documentation, vital for engineers, installers, specifiers, and regulatory authorities involved in thermal insulation of building and industrial equipment. Using this standard advances energy conservation, supports regulatory compliance, and enhances the durability of thermal insulation installations.
Relations
- Refers
EN 823:1994 - Thermal insulating products for building applications - Determination of thickness - Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 15600-2:2010 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Thermal insulation products for building equipment and industrial installations - In-situ thermal insulation formed from exfoliated vermiculite (EV) products - Part 2: Specification for the installed products". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the requirement for exfoliated vermiculite products, which are used for in-situ thermal insulation of building equipment and industrial installations with an operating temperature in the range of approximately – 40 ºC to + 1050 ºC. This European Standard specifies the requirements for the four types of exfoliated vermiculite products Vermiculite Aggregate (EVA), Coated Vermiculite (EVC), Hydrophobic Vermiculite (EVH) and Premixed Vermiculite (EVM), containing less than 1 % by mass organic material as determined by Annex C in EN 15600-1:2010. This European Standard is a specification for the installed products. This European Standard also specifies the checks and test procedures to be used for the declaration made by the installer of the product. This European Standard does not specify the required level of all properties to be achieved by a product to demonstrate fitness for purpose in a particular application. The required levels are to be found in regulations or non-conflicting standards. This European Standard does not include factory made insulation products of formed shapes and boards made with exfoliated vermiculite. The products covered by this European Standard are not intended to be used primarily for airborne sound insulation or sound absorption applications although they may improve the performance of the installation in these respects when installed for their primary insulation intended use.
This European Standard specifies the requirement for exfoliated vermiculite products, which are used for in-situ thermal insulation of building equipment and industrial installations with an operating temperature in the range of approximately – 40 ºC to + 1050 ºC. This European Standard specifies the requirements for the four types of exfoliated vermiculite products Vermiculite Aggregate (EVA), Coated Vermiculite (EVC), Hydrophobic Vermiculite (EVH) and Premixed Vermiculite (EVM), containing less than 1 % by mass organic material as determined by Annex C in EN 15600-1:2010. This European Standard is a specification for the installed products. This European Standard also specifies the checks and test procedures to be used for the declaration made by the installer of the product. This European Standard does not specify the required level of all properties to be achieved by a product to demonstrate fitness for purpose in a particular application. The required levels are to be found in regulations or non-conflicting standards. This European Standard does not include factory made insulation products of formed shapes and boards made with exfoliated vermiculite. The products covered by this European Standard are not intended to be used primarily for airborne sound insulation or sound absorption applications although they may improve the performance of the installation in these respects when installed for their primary insulation intended use.
EN 15600-2:2010 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.100.60 - Thermal and sound insulating materials. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 15600-2:2010 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 823:1994, EN 15600-1:2010. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 15600-2:2010 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011, 89/106/EEC; Standardization Mandates: M/103. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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Standards Content (Sample)
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Toplotnoizolacijski proizvodi za opremo stavb in industrijske inštalacije - Proizvodi iz ekspandiranega vermikulita (EV), oblikovani na mestu vgradnje - 2. del: Specifikacija za vgrajene izolacijske proizvodeWärmedämmstoffe für die Haustechnik und für betriebstechnische Anlagen - An der Verwendungsstelle hergestellte Wärmedämmung mit Produkten aus expandiertem Vermiculit (EV) - Teil 2: Spezifikation für die eingebauten ProdukteProduits isolants thermiques pour l'isolation du bâtiment et les installations industrielles - Isolation thermique formée en place à base de granulats légers de vermiculite exfoliée (EV) - Partie 2: Spécification de produits mis en placeThermal insulation products for building equipment and industrial installations - In-situ thermal insulation formed from exfoliated vermiculate (EV) products - Part 2: Specification for the installed products91.100.60Thermal and sound insulating materialsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 15600-2:2010SIST EN 15600-2:2010en,fr,de01-november-2010SIST EN 15600-2:2010SLOVENSKI
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EN 15600-2
July 2010 ICS 91.100.60 English Version
Thermal insulation products for building equipment and industrial installations - In-situ thermal insulation formed from exfoliated vermiculite (EV) products - Part 2: Specification for the installed products
Produits isolants thermiques pour l'isolation du bâtiment et les installations industrielles - Isolation thermique formée en place à base de granulats légers de vermiculite exfoliée (EV) - Partie 2: Spécification de produits mis en place
Wärmedämmstoffe für die technische Gebäudeausrüstung und für betriebstechnische Anlagen in der Industrie -An der Verwendungsstelle hergestellte Wärmedämmung mit Produkten aus expandiertem Vermiculit (EV) - Teil 2: Spezifikation für die eingebauten Produkte This European Standard was approved by CEN on 16 May 2010.
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