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Corrosion Under Insulation & CUI Inspections

Corrosion Under Insulation

Corrosion under insulation has been plaguing the industrial equipment since the 1970s energy crisis first prompted companies to reduce energy costs by insulating their equipment. Corrosion under insulation (or CUI) can be a major problem if left … Learn More

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Heat Insulation, Cold Insulation & Heated Insulation

Heat Insulation, Cold Insulation & Heated Insulation: An Overview

When it comes to thermal mechanical insulation, there are three major types: insulation for cold equipment, insulation for hot equipment, and insulation for equipment to prevent freezing. Accurately … Learn More

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What are Steam Traps and Why Must They Be Monitored?

What Are Steam Traps?

Mostly, steam traps are automatic valves that discharge condensate and some non-condensable gasses. In a perfect world, they perform this task without consuming much live steam in the system. The most important functions a steam trap … Learn More

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Energy Savings Performance Contracts & Steam Pipe Insulation

Energy Savings Performance Contracts & Steam Pipe Insulation

Retrofitting old buildings with energy conserving upgrades can cost a significant amount of upfront capital. Even with the benefit of reduced energy costs and a high return on investment, the upfront cost … Learn More

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Heat Loss in Steam Traps: Monitoring Equipment

 

Steam Trap Monitoring Equipment

When it comes to steam trap monitoring equipment, you have several options. Visual, Thermal, and Ultrasonic steam trap monitoring systems exist, each having their own positives and negatives. Is constant monitoring important to you? … Learn More

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