New this week! We're publishing a recent case study about a fast-track construction project to build a new Holiday Inn and Suites hotel in Mexico. There are several aspects to the story that readers of this blog might find interesting.

Holiday Inn and Suites MexicoFast and Efficient

First, the installation schedule was very tight, so the contractor opted to use AP Armaflex® Black LapSeal pipe insulation with the easy-to-install self-seal closure. Black LapSeal goes on fast and seals securely with two self-adhesive closures. It's pre-slit with a self-sealing connection area that is cut at an angle to achieve a greater surface area than other brands on the market. For added security, a low-profile lap seal ensures the longitudinal seam stays closed and looks neat.

“Armacell’s AP Armaflex Black LapSeal really helped keep us on schedule,” said lead engineer, Jose Alfredo Velazquez of Termo Técnica Quin (TTQ). “It also saved the owner from having to pay additional travel cost for the installers since the team was not local to the project.”

Onsite Support

The second key to the success of the job was in-person application and technical support from the Armacell team when needed.

Holiday Inn and Suites MexicoTo make sure the project went as smoothly as possible and without any delays, three Armacell representatives, including Armacell’s Application Specialist, were present during installations. In addition, Armacell’s distributor, Especialidades Delta T de Monterrey, brought their own technicians to help oversee the project.

“We had enormous support from Armacell, which in this case, because of the time limitations, gave us tremendous peace of mind,” added Velazquez. “We had no delays and the Holiday Inn and Suites Leon was opened for business as planned in early 2016!”

Read the full Job Story here.