1. Definitions and scope of application

1.1 Definitions

• The following terms are taken from ISO, CEN and NF standards [1] to [20] .

  • Thermal insulation: generic term used to describe the process of reducing heat transfer through a system, or to describe the component or system that performs this function.

    Thermal insulation can be achieved using an insulating material, product or system.

  • Thermal insulating material: substance or mixture of substances whose insulating properties result from its chemical nature and/or physical structure....