C Factor, R Factor, and K Factor Insulation Ratings

Sep 14 2021
A Steam Trap Insulated by Thermaxx Jackets

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Insulation terms can be quite confusing to anyone outside the industry. If you’ve ever bought insulation for your house, you know that insulation with a high R factor is better. But what, exactly, does that mean? Did you know that the R value depends on other factors?

When it comes to buying more specific insulation products, like removable insulation jackets for hot pipes, understanding the particulars of the three measures of insulation is key…More

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Is Air An Insulator

Aug 14 2019
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If you’ve dealt with insulation in the past, you may have heard someone say that air is a good insulator. This statement may pose many questions if you are unfamiliar with insulation or the properties of air. To get to the bottom of this, you must ask yourself, “Why is air a good insulator?” Get the answers- read more!

Posted in Air and Insulation News, Gas, Insulation Materials, K Factor