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Why Closed-Cell Flexible Elastomeric Foam Insulation on Cold Systems?

November 1, 2020

Mechanical insulation on cold (below-ambient) mechanical systems such as chilled water, brine and refrigerant piping/equipment is an important component to ensure that a project team’s basis of design (BOD) and…

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What is HVAC Pipe Insulation?

October 28, 2020

What is HVAC pipe insulation? The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) estimates that residential and commercial buildings in the United States account for 39% of total energy consumption (2019). Heating,…

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ASTM E84 vs UL 723 vs NFPA 255: What’s the Difference?

October 20, 2020

The fire safety standards ASTM E84, UL 723, and NFPA 255 are commonly referenced in building codes, specifications, and product data sheets. Some elastomeric foam insulation manufacturers reference one, two,…

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What is Flexible Elastomeric Insulation?

October 14, 2020

Closed cell elastomeric insulation has been available in the United States since the 1950s. It’s also known as flexible elastomeric foam (FEF) insulation, UV resistant refrigerant line insulation, flexible…

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How to Choose the Right VRF and VRV Pipe Insulation

October 8, 2020

Choosing the right VRF and VRV pipe insulation system can deliver countless benefits. Although variable refrigerant flow (VRF) or variable refrigerant volume (VRV) systems have been available in other countries…

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Certificate of Compliance AEROFLEX EPDM^™ Closed Cell Elastomeric Foam Insulation

October 1, 2020

Download our Technical Bulletin and Certificate of Compliance for AEROFLEX EPDM™ insulation.

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Why EPDM Insulation?

October 1, 2020

When selecting a mechanical insulation type for your client project, knowing the differences between similar insulations, like EPDM insulation (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer), matters. For example, if you are considering…

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Closed Cell Elastomeric Insulation Can Protect Pipes From Moisture And Mold

September 22, 2020

Closed cell elastomeric insulation can be more costly than other forms of well-known mechanical insulation types such as fiberglass. With this information, it makes sense to ask why anyone should…

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Outside Diameters for Jacketing of AEROFLEX EPDM™ Pipe Insulation

September 1, 2020

Jacketing of AEROFLEX EPDM™ pipe insulation is often specified by mechanical engineers to protect the insulation from mechanical damage, to shield from direct UV exposure, to serve as an additional…

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Heat Tracing Systems with AEROFLEX EPDM^™ Closed Cell Elastomeric Insulation

August 1, 2020

Heat tracing systems, typically composed of electrical tapes & cables, are commonly installed directly on piping systems to increase or maintain the line temperature of pipes and vessels with low…

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