Test Overview By Who Test Objective Result at a glance Test Data
ASTM E- 408 Infrared Emissivity Test & ASTM E -1918 Solar Reflectivity Test. Geosciences Ltd How Exterior Paints and Interior Paints Can Play Roles in Conserving Energy Test report shows interior 11.8% and exterior 37% heat reduction when using Insuladd©  Access Test Data
A Comprehensive "R" value test with concluding data for 18 common wall assemblies Geosciences Ltd The improvement of R-Value that occurs when using Insuladd® Solar Reflective  Paint on Irradiated Building Walls. Insuladd® can dramatically increase the effective “R”value of these common wall types by over 50%! Access Test Data
Thermal Room Model Test That Defines Energy Savings via Low IR Emissivity Paints. Geosciences Ltd A Study of the Energy Savings when Using Insuladd© Solar Reflective Paint on the Inside of Building Walls. Test Report shows expected results resulting in rooms staying in the "human comfort zone" longer Access Test Data
Thermal Wall or Roof Model test of 6 types of building envelopes Geosciences Ltd To Estimate Energy Savings when Painting Exterior Surfaces of Roofs and Walls with Solar Reflective Paints. Test report illustrates a 13% value or advantage resulting from using Insuladd solar reflective paint on the outside of building envelopes. Specifically, the energy savings are significant. Access Test Data
Test Method for Equilibrium Fuel Tank Temperature as a result of the Solar Heating and Nocturnal Cooling Cycle. Geosciences Ltd   Test Reports show a significant effect and savings Access Test Data
Tank Evaporation Test Geosciences Ltd Evaporation losses from Solar Irradiated Fuel Tanks coated with ordinary paints and  Insuladd added paint. Test reports show a 20% lower evaporation losses for tanks coated with Insuladd. Access Test Data
Testing Method for Calculation of Equivalent R Value. Geosciences Ltd A Study of the Energy Savings that can occur when Using Insuladd Solar Reflective Paint on Irradiated Building Walls. The Test Report shows that the Insuladd/Primer coated panel consistently produced results showing a reduced heat flux through the R-3 panel of 33%, doubling the "R" value of the test substrates. Access Test Data
Interior application in Cold Climate -Test of the expected energy savings when using Insuladd on Interior Walls in a Cold Climate. China Academy of Building Research (CABR) To determine the energy saving characteristics of INSULADD-added paint during winter months when applied on interior walls and ceilings of a structure Under the same exterior temperature (0 degrees C (32 degrees F )) and the same room temperature controlled at 20 degrees C (68 degrees F), the use of INSULADD-added paint resulted in an energy saving rate of 12% and higher. Access Test Data
Test of the expected energy savings when using Insuladd on Exterior Walls in warmer regions Center for Energy-saving Research School of Architecture Huanan University of Science and Technology A comparative study on energy consumption from real-size test rooms to determine the energy-saving rate of buildings when  INSULADD-added paint is applied to the exterior walls of these buildings. The test resulted in a significant energy-saving of 24.8% from the former where INSULADD-added paint was applied. Access Test Data
Thermal Imaging Testing on Interiors showing energy savings when using Insuladd VIE Inc. Mark and Dr. Donald Hei. INSULADD energy savings in various situations. To date ALL our findings show that applying Insuladd© paint additive mixed in latex paint to the interior of buildings result in more energy-efficient heating than with a painted surface alone. Access Test Data
Applying Insuladd® to Cement Block walls of identical duplexes Clem Hawkins The decrease in heat transfer and heat flow through the walls of a concrete building. The energy cost reduction potential for this material is one of the best choices for any residential and commercial paint project over cement structures. Access Test Data
Applying Insuladd® to Stucco Walls Clem Hawkins Evaluation of Insuladd® for Stucco Wall Applications The use of Insuladd® in the paint applied to the exterior wall of the apartment studied in the test showed a marked drop in the measured heat influx into the structure. The resulting difference in the interior wall surface temperatures registered between the Insuladd® painted wall compared to the standard painted wall was 7 deg. F Access Test Data
Test on reducing radiant energy and heat at a United States rocket launching range Climatic Test Branch
Environmental Test Division
Redstone Technical Test Center
Test conducted on the effectiveness of Insuladd® at a rocket launching facility The results of a test were conclusive that "Insuladd® had lower temperatures during the test. Access Test Data
Household Utility Reduction Test 6 Month Homeowner study Study the effectiveness of Insuladd® on comfort and utility costs. Study shows that  Insuladd® substantially reduces heat loss and heat gain in a home, keeps a home more comfortable and dramatically cuts energy bills
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Linde Gas Cryogenic Tank Test Linde Gas (Singapore) Pte Ltd Test conducted on the average pressure level on a tankpainted with INSULADD®.
Huge Savings for Cryogenic Tank or Pipe Owners or Manufacturers
Short Payback Period
Huge potential savings for Petroleum & Chemical Storage Facilities.
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Heat loss through ceiling Test Scott Barksdale Test the savings resulting from insulating a ceiling. Reduced oil heating consumption by 20% Access Test Data
Ceramic Coating Test Results Nevada University One year monitoring of the insulating effect of ceramic microsphere technology. Coated building had 21.9% lower energy consumption in the summer than the control building and a 3.99% energy demand reduction in the winter. Access Test Data
Thermal insulating properties Test Roediger Analytical Laboritory (South Africa) Test that energy saving would be achieved by applying Insuladd® into paint. Tests conclude an improved insulation factor of between 7% and 35%. Access Test Data
Testimonials from Insuladd consumers and the trade. Around 40   Highlights and validates the technologies success in the field Access Testimonials
Following are results of various tests undertaken. 
The conclusions that can be drawn....
Insuladd® can be a significant energy and money saver!
These conclusions are additionally backed up from results experienced by both users and painting contractors in the field.
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