Our patented Structurally Insulated Wall Panels offer R3.3 insulation, providing exceptional thermal and acoustic performance for glamping tents. Designed to handle extreme temperatures, these panels ensure a comfortable experience in both hot and cold climates.
Easy to assemble and versatile, the panels can be finished with canvas, weatherboard, tin cladding, or paint. They integrate modern home efficiency into a tent, making them ideal for sustainable tourism and luxurious year-round comfort.
Our Hybrid Tents, featuring these panels, stand out for their superior insulation, reducing heating and cooling costs while enhancing guest comfort in any season.
The WABi Panel incorporates insulation into the product. It is manufactured by sandwiching fiber cement board and polyisocyanurate foam insulation together in a specialised machine. Structural-grade adhesives stick the outer piece to the core insulation.
Typical Panel Substrates:
Above Doors & Windows Panel Substrates:
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Expected Product Performance
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Property
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Test/Elevation Method
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Results
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Wind Classification
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Load tested to meet the requirements of AS4055-2012
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C3
Fot Region D we provide extra strength and support within the panel
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Limit State Wind Pressure
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Load tested to meet the requirements of AS4055-2012
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5.91 kPa
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Serviceability Wind Pressure
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Load tested to meet the requirements of AS4055-2012
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1.79 kPa
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Serviceability Deflection Limit
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Load tested to meet the requirements of AS4055-2012
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Span / 150
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Resistance to Fire
Surface Spread of Flame
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British Standard BS 476 Part 6 Fire Test
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Class 1 Surface Spread of Flame.
Standard BS 476
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Thermal Performance R Value
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Finite Element Model of Heat Transfer University of Western Australia
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R3.02
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Acoustic Performance
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Sound Transmission loss testing
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rW of 33 dB
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Water Absorption
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DIN 53423 by United Panel
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<2 %
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Cure Characteristics
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Property
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H60F - Fast
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H60S - Slow
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Tensile Strength
(ASTM D638-97)
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67 MPa
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55 MPa
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Tensile Elongation at Break (ASTM D638-97)
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6%
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7%
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Flexural Strength
(ASTM 790-03)
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95 MPa
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80 MPa
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Flexural Strain
(ASTM 790-03)
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4%
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5%
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Compressive Strength
(ASTM 695-96)
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55 MPa
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51 MPa
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Compressive Load
(ASTM 695-96)
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10630 N
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9819 N
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Tensile Strength
(ASTM D3528)
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20 MPa
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24 MPa
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Tensile Lap Shear Strength
(ASTM D1002) Aluminium
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13 MPa
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13 MPa
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Tensile Lap Shear Strength
(ASTM D1002) Mild Steel
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20 MPa
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From the supplier – independently tested by Foray Industries – NATA accreditation 1231 – using the SCAQMD test method 303-91 determination of volatile organic compounds in various materials rule 1168, Techniglue R60 has recently gained approval for VOC compliance under the specification of the Green Building Council of Australia / Green Star Office Design V3 IEQ-13, for the multipurpose construction adhesive category. June 2012.
This information sheet compares Wabi Panel – Polyisocyanurate (PIR) insulation with other common insulants – polymer-based and traditional fibrous insulants.
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WABi Panel
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Thickness (cm)
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2.54
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R-value (m2 K/W)
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1.20
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R-value (ft2 °F/BTU)
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6.8
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A Wabi Panel is only 7.5cm wide and achieves superior thermal performance over other market insulants
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Thickness (cm)
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7.5
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R-value (m2 K/W)
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3.543
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R-value (ft2 °F/BTU)
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20.075
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Polystyrene Board - Sip Wall
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Thickness (cm)
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2.54
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R-value (m2 K/W)
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0.88
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R-value (ft2 °F/BTU)
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5.0
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To match the thermal performance of a WABi Panel the insulant would need to be significantly thicker ie:
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Thickness (cm)
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10.22
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R-value (m2 K/W)
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3.543
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R-value (ft2 °F/BTU)
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20.075
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High-density Fibreglass Batts
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Thickness (cm)
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2.54
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R-value (m2 K/W)
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0.63 - 0.88
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R-value (ft2 °F/BTU)
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3.6 - 4.7
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To match the thermal performance of a WABi Panel the insulant would need to be significantly thicker ie:
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Thickness (cm)
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14.28
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R-value (m2 K/W)
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3.543
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R-value (ft2 °F/BTU)
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20.075
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Fibreglass
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Thickness (cm)
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2.54
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R-value (m2 K/W)
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0.55 - 0.76
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R-value (ft2 °F/BTU)
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3.1 - 4.3
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A Wabi Panel is only 7.5cm wide and achieves superior thermal performance over other market insulants
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Thickness (cm)
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13.36
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R-value (m2 K/W)
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3.543
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R-value (ft2 °F/BTU)
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20.075
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Brick
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Thickness (cm)
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2.54
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R-value (m2 K/W)
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0.030
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R-value (ft2 °F/BTU)
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0.2
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To match the thermal performance of a WABi Panel the insulant would need to be significantly thicker ie:
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Thickness (cm)
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299.97
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R-value (m2 K/W)
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3.543
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R-value (ft2 °F/BTU)
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20.075
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Insulbreak
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Thickness (cm)
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0.72
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R-value (m2 K/W)
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0.200
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R-value (ft2 °F/BTU)
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1.133
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To match the thermal performance of a WABi Panel the insulant would need to be significantly thicker ie:
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Thickness (cm)
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N/A
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R-value (m2 K/W)
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N/A
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R-value (ft2 °F/BTU)
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N/A
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Disclaimer: This publication contains information of a general nature only, is provided as an information service, and is to the best of our knowledge, true and accurate. It is not intended to be relied upon as, or a substitute for specific professional advice having regard to your specific circumstances. Any recommendation or suggestions which may be made are without warranty or guarantee since the conditions of use and the composition of source materials are beyond our control. It should not be construed as a recommendation to use any product in conflict with existing patents covering any material or its use. No responsibility can be accepted by WABi Systems or the authors for loss occasioned to any person doing anything or not doing anything because of any material in this publication.
