Outdoor & Antifreeze Insulation Blankets

Thermaxx Cold Weather Equipment Insulation Solutions

The Thermaxx name is synonymous with steam systems. Removable reusable insulated jackets are seen in wide use today bearing the Thermaxx name in boiler rooms all over the USA and abroad. But what about keeping the cold out?

Thermaxx offers insulated coolant jackets that will do just that. During the cold winter of 2013 the Midwestern and Southern states around the US experienced record freezes that lasted for weeks, the Polar Vortex had hit our nation hard and industries were sourcing a way to help protect sensitive equipment and pipe systems. Freeze protection was a must and when Thermaxx was asked for solutions we delivered with our Antifreeze line of insulated jackets.

The Antifreeze line is very similar to our regular hot side of insulated jackets. In fact the same materials are used in different ways to achieve a custom fit insulated jacket designed to keep the cold out. Aerogel insulation combined with superior PTFE/Silicone-coated Fiberglass jacketing (sometimes combined with needled fiberglass) offers unique insulating properties to protect each component. In combination with an electric heat trace cable, provided by the end user, the Thermaxx Jacket has proven to be a winner in this area of need.

Looking to protect your component from the weather, but don’t need freeze protection? Our WeatherMaxx Covers are the perfect solution.

Outside Temperature

Jacket Inside

Insulation

Jacket Outside

30^F-40^F

EJ 1650

10mm Pyrogel

EJ1650

0^F-30^F

EJ 1650

15mm Pyrogel

EJ 1650

-20^F-0^F

EJ 1650

20mm Pyrogel

EJ 1650

< -20^F

As designed

Preparing all hot water pipes for cold weather is essential. Start by checking for leaks and ensure the pipes are working properly. Seal any leaks with caulking to ensure your pipes are working properly.

Another solution is to invest in heat tape — wire that has heating elements to help warm pipes up enough to stop them from freezing.

Insulating hot water pipes is also critical. One of the most effective ways to do that is by investing in hot water pipe insulation jackets. Insulation can help keep heat in, however, sometimes insulation alone is not enough. If exterior temperatures are low enough, a heat source may be required to maintain temperatures above freezing.

For outdoor boilers, you might consider building an enclosure around all or part of the equipment to help keep it from freezing — especially if you install an external heating source.

You should also install appropriate heat tracing systems and drain any unnecessary lines when the boiler is not in operation. Remove snow and ice from the outdoor boiler periodically.

Insulation jackets are another easy option to help prevent outdoor boilers from freezing during the winter. Get insulated pipes for outdoor boilers with easy-on, easy-off insulation jackets. Insulation jackets will also help distribute an even temperature throughout the unit, and decrease the amount of energy the heater tapes will require to operate.

For exterior condensate lines, you can consider several options to prevent freezing. If you make the drain pipe shorter, the water will have less space where it can freeze. You will also need to check the pitch of your condensate lines in order to ensure the condensate drains properly. Finally, you will want to keep snow or any other obstructions away from the drain line so it cannot cause freezing. Using weatherproof insulation allows you to prevent freezing in your exterior condensate lines.

Antifreeze Jackets From Thermaxx

Our antifreeze insulation jackets are high-quality and offer the insulation you need for various types of piping. Our antifreeze jackets can help reduce the amount of British Thermal Units (BTUs) the fluid will lose to the ambient air. The science behind our insulation jackets makes them a practical choice for a variety of industries.

Our Design Process

The overall concept for designing your Antifreeze Jacket is achieved by closely working with your engineers and our design team. Industry Engineers along with our trained sales staff gather information about the component being protected. Weather is always a concern, questions like normal area winter temperatures, on site location, wet or dry location and even wind speed can determine which materials we use. If a heat trace cable is being used on the component before jacketing we will ask what type, size and wattage to once more guarantee the proper design and fit for your Antifreeze Jacket.

Your company can rely on Thermaxx to deliver the best designed Antifreeze Jacket system. We offer a full warranty on our products and also offer on-site field measuring when needed. We want to keep you warm this winter!

Antifreeze insulation jackets are designed to protect outdoor pipes, valves, water system components, and equipment from freezing. Our durable outdoor pipe insulation covers are specifically designed for protection from the cold. When needed, we also provide belt loops, sewn to the interior side of the jacket, to allow for easily “snaking” of heat trace material. This allows for easy removal when component needs to be inspected or maintained. When the jacket is removed, the heat trace comes off with it!

Contact Thermaxx to Learn More About Antifreeze Pipe Insulation

Do you want to learn more about our antifreeze insulation products? Our team is prepared to answer any questions about our antifreeze insulation for pipes, outdoor boilers, and more.

Whether you own a local company or work nationally, the Thermaxx team can help you with high-quality insulation for pipes and other components.