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Little robot with big plans to insulate 6m homes

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  1. Some problem with timber decay/void ventilation at ground.
    Any details we should be aware of if we use the q-bot?

  2. Without correct analysis for each site with regard to condensation, lack of vapour barrier detailing, reduced ventilation around timber items, the system potentially could induce long term problems, especially from spills interior downwards – like other systems, short term gain, but will it induce long term pain /costs & what happens to services in such voids??

  3. The insulation is applied to the underside of the floorboards, keeping them on the warm dry side, and forming a protective barrier, while still allowing the ground to breathe below. Since we ensure the vents are clear during the install and void is well ventilated, we have only observed positive effects on the condition of the house and floor. However this is a very complex issue and certainly one that needs further discussion.

  4. I guess the success will depend on the accuracy of the applied thickness of product and how well it cleans up after itself

  5. I would be very interested to see how the system could cope with an uneven surface under ground floors.
    Often the sub base under the ground floor, especially in houses built prior to building regulations becoming national, are not concreted and are strewn with debris and are very uneven. I think some sort of automatic levelling for the machine or the use of a robotic arm for spraying the foam may/would overcome this.
    Having said that I think the idea is very good especially compared with trying to insulate these areas by hand, the comfort and the benefit in heating savings for the householder could make the payback period very competitive.

  6. What a fantastic, innovative product. Way to go in the competitive construction industry today. I wish Mathew Holloway, his team and Q-bot all the best for a rewarding future.

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