IVS manufactured several covers for our fire station, among them covers for radiators and equipment. In terms of surveying, execution, manufacturing and the final appearance the result is outstanding. Thank you for that on behalf of the Kummerow lakeside community. Genuine craftsmanship still exists here.
What is PUR foaming?
In PUR high-pressure pour foaming, rigid polyurethane foam is introduced into closed, structurally defined cavities. There the material expands and forms a closed-cell insulating layer.
The process is suitable, for example, for double-walled vessels, container walls, pipework systems and suitable sheet metal structures. Geometry, filling space and material build-up are checked in advance.
IVS carries out PUR high-pressure pour foaming with mobile units at the place of use or in combination with our own sheet metal prefabrication.
Where is PUR foaming used?
Vessels and containers: storage vessels, process tanks, special containers and double-walled structures are completely filled with pour foam. The process reaches every cavity and produces continuous, seamless insulation without thermal bridges, even with complex internal shapes.
Pipework and plant components: closed cavities in double-walled pipe and sheet metal structures can be filled with PUR high-pressure pour foam. The prerequisite is a structurally suitable, defined filling space; geometry and build-up are checked in advance.
Shipbuilding and maritime installations: IVS has been a firm partner for fishing trawlers, cruise ships and maritime refrigeration technology since the 1990s. At sea there are particular requirements for vibration resistance and tightness, which PUR high-pressure foaming meets thanks to its seamless structure.
Food and deep-freeze industry: cold rooms, reactors, mixers and all hygienically demanding installations benefit from the combination of a PUR core insulation and stainless steel prefabrication. On-site surveying, prefabrication in Malchin and foaming by our trained PUR specialists: everything from a single source.
Industries for PUR
From the food and deep-freeze industry through shipbuilding to container and plant manufacturing — wherever seamless insulation with a complex geometry is required, PUR high-pressure foaming brings practical advantages. We know the typical requirements of every industry.
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Dairy processing
Condensation-free insulation systems for CIP plants, pasteurisers and storage tanks. Cleanable V4A execution to HACCP requirements, feasible during ongoing dairy operation.
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Food processing
HACCP-compliant insulation for meat, fish, bakery and deep-freeze production. Stainless steel jackets in V2A or V4A, hygienically closed and ready for audits.
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Logistics & cold storage centres
Energy efficiency and active fire protection for cold stores and logistics centres.
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Biogas plants
Thermal, fire protection and acoustic insulation for digesters, vessels, pipework and CHP components – planned on a project basis and executed to withstand the weather.
Foams & processes
In the PUR process we use closed-cell rigid polyurethane foams with low lambda values and a strong vapour barrier effect. Depending on the application we use different foam densities: higher density on mechanically loaded components, lighter foams for pure thermal or cold insulation.
The high-pressure foaming units process the components at precisely set pressure and temperature, so that the mixing ratio is right and the foam develops the correct mechanical and thermal properties. Used mobile, this lets us reach complex sites too — at shipyards, in industrial halls or in food production.
Our execution follows the project-specific requirements, the manufacturer data of the PUR systems used and the technical rules relevant to the respective application. We match the choice of material to the medium temperature, the component geometry, the mechanical load and the ambient conditions.
Our PUR foaming specialists are specifically qualified professionals: we train for the job ourselves, because the open market hardly offers it. That is how we secure the quality of every foaming operation, from preparing the mixture through the application technique to the finishing work.
What our customers say
Voices from industry and cold store operations on PUR foaming.
Advice on PUR foaming
Would you like to insulate a closed cavity with PUR high-pressure pour foam? Describe the geometry, the build-up and the temperature range to us so that we can check its suitability.
Rigid polyurethane foam is introduced into a closed, structurally defined cavity with a high-pressure unit. There the material expands and forms a closed-cell insulating layer.
In food and refrigeration technology, in shipbuilding, in container production and wherever standard insulation fails because of geometry or hygiene requirements. Typical applications are vessels, double-walled structures, special containers and complex pipework installations.
Professionally executed PUR high-pressure foaming lasts for decades under normal operating conditions. What matters is the closed cell structure, protection against mechanical damage and suitable cladding. If damage or water ingress becomes visible, the insulation should be inspected promptly.
Frequently yes, depending on access, temperatures and safety requirements. We agree the work steps with you in advance so that production can continue as uninterrupted as possible.
Closed-cell rigid polyurethane foams with low lambda values. Depending on the application we use different densities: higher density for mechanically loaded components, lighter foams for pure thermal or cold insulation. For applications below freezing point we use special low-temperature foams.
Yes, that has been one of our specialities since the 1990s. Fishing trawlers, cruise ships and maritime refrigeration technology are among our typical fields of operation. We bring mobile high-pressure foaming units and work directly at the shipyard or in the port.
We offer both from a single source: from consultation through surveying and the selection of the right foam system to the foaming and inspection. On request we also take on partial services only, for example foaming work alone for a project planned elsewhere.
Our base is Malchin in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. With our mobile PUR units we work throughout Germany and regularly in Denmark, the Netherlands, Belgium and Austria. In shipbuilding we reach shipyards on the North Sea and the Baltic.
