WHY THERMAL INSULATION? Mechanical insulation effectively reduces heat exchange between a pipe, duct, or equipment and its environment. An insulation’s thermal efficiency is measured by thermal conductivity (K-value). The lower…
Learn MoreLooking For Insulated Strut Clamps?
October 1, 2022
Aeroflex USA is periodically asked if we can recommend a source and/or the properly-sized strut clamp to be installed with Aerofix® Inulated Pipe Supports. Since pipe hanger components and sytems…
Learn MoreLow-VOC Emission Certifications
August 1, 2022
Aeroflex USA switched our Low-VOC emission certifications from UL GREENGUARD Gold to SCS Global Services’ Indoor Advantage Gold in August 2022. Q - What is the difference between UL GREENGUARD…
Learn MoreGuide to Insulation Specifications
June 10, 2022
Keeping insulation specifications up-to-date is a constant battle for mechanical engineers and manufacturers of the following factors: Changes to industry standards (i.e. ASTM) Changes with insulation manufacturers (mergers & acquisitions)…
Learn MoreDoes Plastic Piping Need to be Insulated?
June 1, 2022
While well-known metallic piping types, such as copper and carbon steel, have been commercially available for many years, plastic piping has rapidly grown in popularity as an alternative to metallic…
Learn MoreSelf-Seal Pipe Insulation
May 27, 2022
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). Building mechanical systems, such as Heating,…
Learn MoreWhat is a Line Set? A line set is essentially a set of semi-flexible copper or aluminum tubes running from an air conditioner, heat pump or ductless mini-split unit located…
Learn MoreBest AC Piping Insulation
May 6, 2022
Overview of AC Pipe Insulation Air Conditioning (AC) pipe insulation plays a pivotal role in the efficiency and effectiveness of HVAC systems. Whether in residential or commercial settings, proper insulation…
Learn MoreAn insulation’s primary purpose is to reduce heat transfer between one surface and another or a surface to the surrounding environment. Thermal conductivity, also known a K-Value, measures an insulation’s…
Learn MoreBlack Low VOC Insulation Adhesive
April 28, 2022
Insulation Adhesive Applications & Purposes Insulation adhesives are formulated for the installation of insulation over common mechanical equipment applications such as: VRF pipe insulation VRV pipe insulation Refrigeration pipe insulation…
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