August 25, 2017
Steam System Insulation
1. DEFINITION OF AND PURPOSE OF INSULATION
Insulation is defined as materials or a combination of materials that retards the transfer of heat energy to achieve one or more of the following functions:
• Conserve energy by reducing heat loss or gain
• Control surface temperature for personnel protection, safety, and comfort
• Facilitate temperature control of a process
• Increase operating efficiency of heating, ventilating, and cooling
• Prevent or reduce damage to equipment from exposure to fire or corrosive atmospheres
• Protect the environment by conserving energy while reducing the amount of fuel used for combustion purposes, resulting in lowering emissions
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