Features & Benefits: Rubaflex 32mm External Waterproof Pipe Insulation 89mm x 2m - 8m It is ideal for preventing frost damage in outdoor applications and has been certified to EN 14304, meeting UK Class 0 building regulations. Thanks to its versatility, this Rubaflex pipe insulation can be used for outdoor pipes, air conditioning unit pipes, refrigeration systems and ducting, as well as industrial and civil heating and plumbing systems. Notably, it is resistant to UV radiation and waterproof, making it an excellent choice for pipes that are exposed to the elements. Combined with the inherent non-combustibility of cellular glass, FOAMGLAS® insulation is an ideal material for offshore platforms, tankers, shipyards and other environments where there is an abundance of water.This Rubaflex pipe insulation is constructed from an elastomeric foam that is covered with a black polymeric surface that enhances its strength and durability, especially when used outdoors. Water in thermal insulation systems leads to increased heat loss, corrosion (especially where excessive concentrations of chlorides and other chemicals are present), and even dimensional changes in the material that affect the integrity and safety of the installation.įOAMGLAS® have developed a variety of insulation systems for underground pipe installations, all of which are waterproof and capable of withstanding groundwater. Low temperature tanks experience increased evaporation, while there is a greater risk of solidification of some materials in pipes designed to work at high temperatures. Once saturated, they retain the moisture even in the hot conditions - it does not evaporate, and insulating performance is reduced. In high temperature applications, water can saturate ‘waterproof’ fibrous and cementitious insulation. In cold environments, water vapour can condense in the cells of organic foam insulation, significantly increasing water absorption. High and low temperature applications introduce their own challenges. These all increase the chance of water ingress. Insulating industrial equipment can be difficult due to flanges, nozzles, manholes, ventilation openings and support brackets. Deficient design, poor workmanship, damage, or substandard maintenance procedures, can also result in water ingress.
Examples include sprinkler system testing, deluge testing, cleaning or rinsing, mist from cooling towers, water dripping from cold equipment, flooding during construction, and testing a cold or cooled water system.Īs a result of building systems being tested at an early stage, before the installation is fully completed, test water can penetrate any nearby insulation system.
Industrial applications feature water sources other than the weather. FOAMGLAS® cellular glass remains watertight for the life of the building, and a further benefit is that a separate vapour control layer (VCL) is not required. The water cannot track through the roof construction away from the leak, and the insulation does not become sodden. Specifying FOAMGLAS® insulation provides a flat roof with a watertight insulation layer. Ponding water imposes extra loading on the roof, is a safety risk for anybody who needs to access the roof, and ponding water can become stagnant. If the drainage slope (falls) are too shallow, the roof will not shed water effectively. If water is seen inside the building, the location often does not correspond with the location of the leak, making it hard to find where water has entered the building. It passes through and along the layers of the construction, potentially tracking a long way from the leak and causing widespread damage. Should a leak occur in the roof covering due to damage or poor installation, water can enter the roof build-up. Designing and constructing flat roofs to be watertight depends on good workmanship, careful detailing of the waterproofing membrane, and achieving the correct drainage falls.
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