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Calculation of R Value

April 14, 2022

Thermal insulation for commercial and industrial mechanical systems (piping, ducts & equipment), also known as mechanical insulation, serves to reduce heat transfer between one surface and another or a surface…

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Insulation on Pipes

April 8, 2022

Insulate means to prevent the passage of heat, electricity, or sound by surrounding the area of concern with a non-conductive material. Thermal insulation prevents the transfer of heat because it…

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Shelf Life of AEROFLEX EPDM^™ Insulation & Accessories

April 1, 2022

We are often asked for the shelf life of various AEROFLEX EPDM™ insulation and accessories. For all products, the stated shelf life is dependent on product storage. Learn More

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What is EPDM Insulation?

March 18, 2022

This post will break down the key differences between two types of closed cell elastomeric foam insulation - EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) insulation and NBR/PVC (Nitrile Butadiene Rubber/Polyvinyl Chloride).…

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Research the Best Flexible Elastomeric Pipe Insulation

March 4, 2022

Flexible elastomeric pipe insulation has been available in the United States since the early 1950s. It is also known as closed cell elastomeric insulation, cellular foam insulation, closed cell elastomeric…

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Calculating the Correct AEROFLEX^® Insulation Thickness for Condensation Control

March 1, 2022

Insulation thickness determines success or failure when insulating below-ambient (cold) piping & equipment systems. For under-insulated systems, condensation will build up on the insulation surface and eventually cascade over building…

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Specifying the Best Chilled Water Insulation

February 15, 2022

Chilled water systems (CHW) serve a pivotal role in delivering conditioned air to building spaces and ultimately contributing to occupant comfort in buildings. It is estimated that 15%-20% of all…

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R-Value of AEROFLEX^® AEROFIX^® Insulated Pipe Supports

February 1, 2022

Aerofix patented insulated pipe supports provide seamless, EPDM thermal performance and zero-perm moisture resistance without worries of insulation compression and thermal bridging at hanger locations. Learn More

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Best HVAC Pipe Insulation

January 11, 2022

What is HVAC pipe insulation and why is it important? This post will provide a summary of the performance attributes to look for when choosing the best HVAC pipe insulation…

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Density of AEROFLEX EPDM^™ Closed Cell Elastomeric Insulation

January 1, 2022

A common question that we receive about our EPDM elastomeric rubber is "what is its density?" According to ASTM C534 “Standard Specification for Preformed Flexible Elastomeric Cellular Thermal Insulation in…

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