When a project involves insulating standard pipes sizes, especially those 6 inches and smaller, the choice of material and installation method has a significant impact on performance. Correct selection and installation of the insulation ensures the integrity of the system, improves energy efficiency, and will prevent condensation form occurring on insulated pipes. In addition to performance benefits when installers select the right insulation products, they can also achieve labor-cost savings.
Two Armacell solutions are pipe insulation options that have built in sealing systems: lap seal and self-seal. These two types of sealing both have their advantages and are designed to streamline the insulation installation process and deliver superior results. Both lap seal and self-seal have pre-cut slits and factory applied adhesive systems that reduce cutting and gluing times, allowing insulation to be applied quickly and securely. This means fewer man-hours spend on each project saving valuable labor costs.
Armacell offers easy-to-install AP ArmaFlex® Black LapSeal™ , AP ArmaFlex White LapSeal, ArmaFlex UT LapSeal products in a wide range of popular sizes and a secure, wide lap seal closure system. It features an easy-to-release liner tab for quick installs. For added security, the low-profile lap seal ensures the longitudinal seam stays closed and looks neat. It’s the ideal solution for speeding up install times or making hard-to-reach installation areas easier to accommodate. AP ArmaFlex White LapSeal is perfect when insulation is exposed in a space that requires clean aesthetics, like in a grocery store refrigeration application. ArmaFlex UT LapSeal is an EPDM based closed cell elastomeric insulation that is non-halogen and PVC free. Black LapSeal, White LapSeal, and UT LapSeal provide superior protection against thermal losses, condensation, and moisture ingress, making it the ideal choice for insulating mechanical piping systems.
For a cost-effective alternative, we recommend our self-seal closure system found on our polyethylene (PE) pipe insulation. These economical PE choices feature pressure-sensitive adhesive closures that are best suited to facilitate insulation in domestic hot and cold water systems where condensation is not required. Tubolit® SS and Tubolit® W SS are pre-slit factory applied adhesives and closed-cell thermal insulation. The self-sealing closure takes less effort and time making installations faster and simpler.
If you want to control labor hours, speed up a job, or simply use a self-sealing insulation to help you get a good seam bond in a tight space, Armacell has great labor-saving insulation options for you. To learn more about Armacell’s slf-seal and lap seal products, visit Armacell's product selector here.