Closed cell elastomeric insulation, also known as rubber, has been commercially available for almost 70 years. It’s commonly specified to insulate below-ambient (cold) mechanical systems such as HVAC, VRF/VRV, refrigeration,…
Learn MoreThe Purpose of Pipe Insulation
October 8, 2021
The evolution of thermal insulation dates back to prehistoric times when people gathered natural materials to insulate their shelters and clothing. It was not until the industrial revolution of the…
Learn MoreWhy Specify Flexible Elastomeric Pipe Insulation?
August 20, 2021
Flexible elastomeric pipe insulation has been available in the United States since the early 1950s. Essentially, flexible elastomeric pipe insulation is a synthetic rubber composed of closed-cell structure available in…
Learn MoreAC Refrigerant Line Pipe Insulation Defined
August 13, 2021
What do you need to look for in the best AC refrigerant line pipe insulation for your client’s project? HVAC systems utilize piping to transfer cool/cold and warm/hot fluids to…
Learn MoreThe most important contributions that plumbing equipment insulation can make to domestic water equipment systems are energy conservation and condensation control. Plumbing equipment insulation typically is installed on the following…
Learn MoreThe need for UV-resistant refrigeration pipe insulation is common for installations on building exteriors, such as rooftops, to convey refrigerants between large roof-top HVAC systems and interior equipment to provide…
Learn MoreThe Case for Plumbing Pipe Insulation
July 9, 2021
The most important contributions that plumbing pipe insulation can deliver for domestic hot and cold water piping systems are energy conservation, condensation control, and freeze protection. National model energy standards,…
Learn MoreThrough past industry energy audits, it’s been proven that mechanical insulation delivers a typical return on investment (ROI) to building owners within 6 months. However, the National Insulation Association (NIA)…
Learn MoreMold Resistance of AEROFLEX EPDM™ Insulation
July 1, 2021
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Learn MoreFire safety standards are developed to protect the lives of building occupants and are commonly adopted as local residential and commercial building codes. An important fire safety standard in the…
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