The abundance of machinery used in modern-day industry has made production more efficient and allows for large-scale production—increasing the reach and profits of small and large companies alike. However, the extreme heat radiated by unshielded pipes, boilers, and generators often creates an unpleasant and unsafe environment for workers and can actually reduce the life of your machinery—costing your business more in the long run. New DPF tier-4 emissions engines for power generation give off even higher temperatures than previous generations, and this requires the use of specialized industrial insulation supplies.
Here are four reasons to consider using industrial heat shielding in your factory or plant and a brief overview of the types of industrial heat shields we offer at Heatshield Products:
Reasons to Use Industrial Insulation Supplies
1. Protects Expensive Equipment from Damage
More and more workplaces in the twenty-first century are adopting electronic “smart” technologies to regulate timing, temperatures, and workflow. The fine wires and cables, LED displays, and computers involved in these technologies are very delicate and can easily be damaged by direct contact with a heat source or continuously high temperatures and condensation in the environment.
Industrial heat shielding can be used to protect sensitive electronic components from damage using three different industrial insulation types:
- Heavy-duty insulating tape applied directly to wires and cables keeps ambient heat out and offers an additional layer of physical protection.
- Standoff thermal heat shielding barriers placed around a group of wires or a display screen can reflect ambient heat away from the area.
- Direct-contact insulation jackets applied to hot and cold pipes, boilers, and generators lower the ambient temperatures in the plant and reduce condensation for an environment that is safer for workers and electronics alike.
2. Increases Your Return on Investment
Every part, component, and piece of machinery used in an industrial setting is designed to fulfill an important function—upon which all of the other parts of the system depend. Over time, extreme temperatures and ambient moisture can weaken the surfaces of these parts, causing them to become brittle and stopping them from working as they should. Steam generators lose heat, chill-water coolers become too warm, and the performance of your machinery begins to fluctuate. This loss of efficiency ends up costing you money in a lowered production volume, more frequent maintenance, and early part replacement.
Utilizing industrial insulation supplies, like applying heat shielding barriers and insulation jackets to pipes and boilers, not only enables these components to work as they were designed to, it also helps them to last much longer—saving you time and money in the long run.
3. Saves You Money on Energy Costs
In addition to reducing the need for repairs and replacement parts, industrial insulation supplies can save you money on fuel and electricity as well. Pipes, boilers, and furnaces that are covered with heat shielding jackets will naturally use less energy to run—as heat is no longer being lost through the surface and making the entire system work harder.
A system that is working efficiently and drawing less power lowers your company’s greenhouse-gas footprint and saves you money on your power bills. In fact, most companies save so much on their power bill that the insulation system pays for itself in the first year!
4. Creates a Safer and More Pleasant Work Environment
As a CEO or manager, the last thing you want to see is workers being injured on the job. Fortunately, industrial insulation types such as sleeves, jackets, and exhaust wrap reduce the likelihood of injuries by making surfaces cooler to touch and preventing burns.
Which Industrial Insulation Types Are Available from Heatshield Products?
At Heatshield Products, we sell four kinds of industrial heat shields that can be fully customized to replace OEM equivalents or can even be designed from scratch.
Designed for generators and industrial exhaust outlets, our heat shielding wraps and jackets are made to reduce exhaust pipe related heat up tp 60% and can withstand temperatures up to 1800°F. The Heatshield Armor series exhaust insulators use our BioCool™ technology, which is non-caustic, non-flammable, and produces only a minimal amount of smoke and odor during the first heat cycle.
Industrial Heat Shield Sleeving
Heat shielding sleeves for wires and cables increase the efficiency of slim pipes and protect sensitive wires from fire damage. These sleeves are very economical and are ideal for use in breweries.
Industrial Heat Shield Barriers
These stick-on thermal barriers and heat shielding mats are designed to cover large surfaces that need to maintain a certain temperature. They are ideal for protecting refrigerators and cool rooms that are located near cooking flames or industrial ovens. Stand-off and direct-contact industrial insulation types can be manufactured to the exact dimensions needed for your industrial plant or kitchen.
Heat Shield Tape and Fasteners
Our final group of industrial insulation supplies comprises our heat-resistant Thermaflect tape and stainless-steel locking ties. Use these fasteners to fit heat shielding jackets and wraps without a need for disassembly—avoiding a pause in the flow of production. Ensure a clean surface before installing our Thermaflect tape to help the product seal tightly and prevent thermal leaks.
Customized Solutions for Your Company’s Needs
No matter how large or small the system, we can help you find the right heat shielding solutions to meet your budget. From semi-customizable products to a complete system designed from scratch, you can insulate your manufacturing or power plant quickly and easily and start to enjoy significant savings. We also provide original equipment manufacturer (OEM) solutions and OEM replacement parts—talk with a Heatshield Products expert to discuss your unique needs for industrial insulation supplies today.
