Category: Pipe Insulation
150ft Challenge: MultiService Soars on Dominion Energy Project
At Multi-Service Industrial, we take great pride in our ability to tackle the complex challenges of industrial insulation while always prioritizing safety and delivering exceptional results. We recently got to rise to the challenge of a large-scale project with Dominion Energy. Despite being initially hired for different tasks, we were able to demonstrate our problem-solving […]
A Guide to Chilled Water Pipe Insulation
Insulation is essential for keeping chilled water at 40 °F. At the same time, it can cause a host of problems, some potentially very expensive. Avoiding these requires an understanding of the problem and the correct selection and installation of chilled water pipe insulation. The Condensation Problem Ambient air holds water in vapor form. The […]
Renovation Trouble at a Retirement Home
A large upscale retirement community in Short Pump, Virginia, underwent an extensive renovation project in 2021. Halfway through the project, it became clear that there were major issues with the trades coordinating mechanical and insulation work. In November of 2021, contractor Fixture Specialists Inc. (FSI) turned to MultiService to help sort out this mess. Their […]
Design Considerations for Cryogenic Tank and Pipe Insulation
Heat flow is proportional to the difference in temperature between two points. The bigger the difference, the faster heat moves from hot to cold. That’s why tanks and pipes used in cryogenic systems must be properly insulated. “Proper insulation” means more than just adding foam. The extreme temperatures in cryogenic tanks and pipes demand […]
Understanding and Avoiding Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI)
Pitting on the surface of stainless steel pipes can turn into pin holes that let gasses or fluids escape. That’s expensive and potentially dangerous, yet it’s easily prevented by carrying out insulation maintenance. Insulation maintenance in industrial process plants is about checking for and preventing water ingress. That’s important for avoiding corrosion under insulation (CUI). […]
Henrico Doctors’ Hospital Enlists Industry Experts to Insulate Large Diameter Pipe
How our technicians exceeded quality expectations on a challenging installation MultiService Industrial offers high-quality insulation services throughout central Virginia. Whether for commercial, industrial, or mechanical applications, our team is dedicated to doing the work safely, on time, and on-budget. Highlights Client: Henrico Doctors’ Hospital Application: Commercial piping insulation Challenge: Uncommonly large piping, strict scheduling […]