Best Way to Prevent Cold Water Pipe Condensation or "Sweating"
In This Article: Why Do Pipes “Sweat”? Is It Normal for Pipes to Sweat? How Can You Tell if You Have Sweating Cold Water Pipes or Leaking Ones? Risks & Dangers of Condensation Caused Corrosion Why Traditional Insulation Methods Won’t Help Copper Pipes Sweating Where to Look for Condensation on Your Piping, Tanks, or Other Components What Areas of a Building Are Most At Risk for Sweating Water...
Vapor Barrier Insulation
Chilled water applications (around 45°F/7.77°C) and cryogenic applications (-126°F/-87.8°C & lower) require that ambient air does not reach the component or sweating and/or icing conditions occur. To keep ambient air from reaching the insulation or even the component a vapor barrier is required. The purpose vapor barriers is exactly what it sounds like, a barrier of material that will not allow...
The Difference Between Hot And Cold Insulation Materials
It’s difficult to make the decision between purchasing hot or cold removable insulation materials without truly knowing both sides of the story. Both forms of insulation materials are going to save you money in the end, but it is vital to determine which is the most practical and cost effective for your piping system.
Find Thermaxx Jackets at Globalcon 2018
Will you be attending GLOBALCON on March 21st & 22nd, 2018? Thermaxx Jackets is excited to be an exhibitor this year. Stop by our booth to learn how our removable, reusable insulation solutions can save your business money with incentives that improve energy efficiency.
