TPi May 2014

products & developments

All-in-one insulation kits Auburn Manufacturing, Inc (AMI), a developer, manufacturer and marketer of textile products for extreme temperature industrial applications, has introduced a new removable/ reusable (R/R) insulation kit system for components on chilled water or dual temperature systems where vapour condensation control is a primary consideration.

The fabrication and installation process is straightforward. First, measure the component to be insulated, to determine the length and width of the insulation blanket. Then cut the blanket to size, tape all exposed blanket edges, wrap the insulation around the pipe component, tape to adjacent insulation on pipe or equipment, and apply silicone caulk to any blanket penetrations to create a vapour-tight seal. Ice white in colour, the 2"-thick, low- density Chill-In blanket meets 25/50 per ASTM E84. It consists of a fibreglass core sandwiched between woven fabric and laminated to a very low permeance multi-layer fabric on both sides. The quilted design aids in the flexibility, measuring and installation around convoluted surfaces. The fibreglass insulation meets ASTM C553, Type V. Auburn Manufacturing, Inc – USA sales@auburnmfg.com www.cutnwrap.com

as valves and fittings are not, and the result is a significant energy loss as well as water condensation and corrosion of the components and adjacent pipes,” said Kathie Leonard, president and CEO of AMI. “The reason why components are left bare is most often due to their convoluted shapes and the need for access during periodic maintenance and inspection. Chill-In blanket systems are designed to be removable and reusable after installation, making them ideal for reinsulation or retrofit jobs.” Rated to min/max 32°F/250°F, Chill- In R/R kits contain everything that is required for on-site fabrication and installation. Included are: a quilted 4 x 8ft modularised, flexible, insulated blanket with a zero-perm vapour retarder; a 75ft roll of 4"-wide zero- perm pressure sensitive tape; a 3 fluid oz tube of silicone caulk; and a utility knife.

The Ever Green ® Chill-In vapour sealed insulation blanket system is a quick and easy solution for combatting condensation, corrosion and energy waste. It prevents surface condensation when used on a 42° chilled water line up to a relative humidity range of 85-90%. “What we observed in the institutional/ commercial market was that while piping in chilled water systems and dual temperature systems is generally well insulated, the components such

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May 2014 Tube Products International