Roofing of refrigeration stores 

Refrigeration stores normally have a constant temperature of -20 to -40°C and a RH (relative humidity) of around 85-100%. We can assume a drop in temperature directed inwards through the roof construction throughout the year. Moisture will thus also be transported inwards throughout the year. This results in a risk of ice forming on the insulation and the formation of mould/mildew unless the roof (and walls/floor) have a proper technical solution as regards moisture.

The assembly of a proper moisture technical construction would be as follows:

  • Vapour transmission tight (non-breathing) roofing on the exterior (warm)
    side of the insulation.
  • Insulation.
  • Vapour transmission open (breathing), but airtight roof underlay against
  • the refrigeration store on the cold side of the insulation.
  • Because refrigeration stores often have low air pressure, the sealing layers
  • need to be airtight on the roof, walls and floor in order to prevent air leaks.
    Airtight transitions between the roof and walls, as well as around feed-throughs,
    are particularly important.
  • Cold bridges must be avoided.

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