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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). […]
How Industrial Insulation Maintenance Saves Money
Plant managers and facility engineers have a lot of responsibility — and a long to-do list. There’s never enough time (or money) to do everything that needs to be done, and anything that’s not urgent gets put off until later. Supervisors have to balance maintenance and repairs against budget constraints, production schedules, equipment upgrades, and […]
Why It’s Critical to Inspect Your Industrial Insulation
When an expert contractor designs and installs your industrial insulation, it’ll help keep your facility safe and energy-efficient. And although insulation is often out of sight, it shouldn’t be out of mind—at minimum, a yearly inspection is crucial. Insulation deteriorates over time. Without some care, it becomes ineffective, impacting personnel, processes, and the bottom line. […]
The Benefits of Industrial Insulation
From power generation to food processing, insulation plays a critical role in modern industry. Insulating materials provide high returns on invested capital through energy savings, process efficiencies, and even environmental stewardship. Let’s take a look at the far-reaching benefits of industrial insulation. Reduce energy costs It’s no secret that using less power saves money. Large […]
An Industrial Insulation Guide
Insulation is one of the most efficient ways for industries to save energy, from manufacturing to power generation to oil refining. Yet, because it stays in one place and doesn’t move, spin, pump, or lift, the contribution of industrial insulation is often overlooked. To take full advantage of the many benefits of insulation, you […]
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 […]