Fitted Insulated Anti-freeze Water Meter Boxes

Thermaxx removable insulated water meter covers can protect water meters from breaking due to freezing and save you money and hassle in the long run.

Uninsulated Water Mater

Water Meter Insulated by Thermaxx Jackets

About Water Meters

Used to measure the volume of water usage, water meters play a critical part in water billing. Water meters are the device typically used to track consumption of water by water providers for billing purposes. Water meters may also be installed by building owners or facility managers to track usage of individual tenants or units, a process called sub-metering. Facility owners or managers may also install meters for their own water-consumption monitoring or to verify readings by utility companies. The assignment of responsibility of ensuring a water meter is working properly varies according to local laws and ordinances and individual contracts.

There are two main types of water meters — displacement water meters and velocity meters.  Velocity water meters such as like turbine meters measure usage based on speed of flow and are often used for larger facilities. Displacement meters (also called positive displacement or PD meters) are very accurate for low flow rates and are the more commonly seen type of water meter.

Water meters are can be located either indoors or outdoors. Outdoor water meters are naturally at greater mercy of the elements and are more likely to break by freezing. A broken or mis-calibrated meter can drastically increase costs for either the water user or provider and can also cause undesired disputes. In addition, meters can be quite expensive to replace.

Insulating Water Meters

Insulating water meters will reduce the risk of breakage and damage. The ideal insulation solution is usually removable water meter covers because meters often need accessed for calibration, monitoring, and maintenance. Heated water meter insulation may be recommended if the climate is extremely cold, volatile, or for high flow meters where the cost of replacement or failure is very high. Due to the electricity cost and practical concerns, properly calibrated heat tracing is favored over obtrusive, impractical, or imprecise heating. In addition, a properly sized jacket is recommended over a loose one-size-fits-all meter box or blanket to prevent frozen “patches”.

Thermaxx Insulated Water Meter Covers

Thermaxx Jackets provides fitted insulation covers for your specific needs. Our water meter jackets share the following traits:

• Heat trace ready: Our anti-freeze jackets come with belt loops sewn on the inside, so they are ready for the installation of heat tracing if needed. Thermaxx does not supply heat trace but can recommend distributors in your area. Additionally, we can easily customize water meter covers for your exact needs. For example, some users don’t require belt loops but instead need a water meter box that fits snugly over their existing heat trace.
• The right fit: We produce insulated meter boxes for an exact fit for many models, and our skilled technicians and engineers also design jackets to exact specifications for custom jobs.
• Convenient: Our water meter covers are designed to be able to be removed and replaced easily and quickly by any personnel. A simple closure system of velcro, D-rings, and seal-flaps accomplishes this purpose. In addition, when heat tracing is installed, the heat tracing comes off with the jacket when the jacket is removed for the ultimate in convenience.
• Cost effective: We’ll provide you with water meter covers that work best for your climate, needs, and meter. Size, shape, and thickness are tailored to your needs. Being able to buy exactly the jacket you need means you don’t have to pay for un-needed insulation.
• High quality: Our insulated water meter boxes are meticulously designed and crafted to remain effective under harsh conditions for extended periods of time. As with all Thermaxx Jackets, we put our money where our mouth is and stand behind our water meter insulation with a 5 year guarantee.

About Outdoor Pipe Insulation Jackets

As the name implies, outdoor pipes are those that run outside your facility as opposed to inside. Several types of pipes are common outside, including:

• Outdoor steam traps
• Chilled water
• Hot water
• Backflow preventers
• Ultrasonic meters
• Above-ground air release valve vaults
• Outdoor water tanks
• Motors
• Compressors
• Turbine meters
• Magnetic flow meters

Depending on your location, the weather can cause some wear and tear on pipes. Investing in outdoor piping insulation is essential. Outdoor pipes are exposed to elements that indoor pipes are not, including rain, snow, and extreme temperatures. You need to find a way to keep them safe from these potential means of damage, and that’s where insulation comes in.

Outdoor pipe covers surround the pipes to protect them from what’s going on outside.

Benefits of Insulation for Outdoor Pipes

Using outdoor piping insulation offers numerous benefits, including:

• Protection from the elements: Outdoor piping insulation helps to protect your components from weather and the elements.
• Energy savings: An outdoor pipe insulation cover prevents heat from escaping, resulting in lower energy costs and a return on your investment over time.
• Damage prevention: Freezing and expanding water can cause pipes to burst, but our insulation prevents this and other types of damage.
• Fewer service interruptions: By reducing the likelihood of damage, you can maximize your uptime and dedicate resources elsewhere.
• Easy removal: You can quickly remove our covers for outdoor pipes when you need service. They’re also simple to reinstall.

Types of Damages You Can Avoid With Insulated Outdoor Pipe Covers

Outdoor insulation for your piping system can help you avoid many types of damage, including:

• Burst pipes
• Cracked pipes
• Rust

Investing in insulation covers is the way to go when you need to protect outdoor pipes from damage.

Thermaxx Insulation Sleeves for Outdoor Pipes

At Thermaxx Insulation, we carry multiple covers for outdoor pipes. Our options include:

• Anti-freeze jackets: Anti-freeze jackets from Thermaxx help keep the cold out of your systems. They are custom-made to protect individual components.
• Waterproof insulation blankets: When you need outdoor insulation that can withstand moisture, our Thermaxx jackets can help. They retain all of their insulating properties despite being exposed to water because they are made from hydrophobic materials.
• WeatherMaxx: Our WeatherMaxx cover is weatherproof, helping protect anything from water meters to actuators and outdoor electrical components. These covers protect against hail, snow, sleet, wind, rain, and UV rays.

Contact Thermaxx to Learn More About Outdoor Water Pipe Insulation

At Thermaxx, we have insulation blankets for various outdoor pipes and water meters. Our team works to serve several industries, including:

• Municipalities
• Universities
• Schools
• Hospitals
• Government buildings
• Manufacturers
• Large offices
• Multiuse or multifamily units
• Industrial companies
• Commercial companies
• Hotels

Whether you’re a local company with a few branches or you operate on a national scale, Thermaxx is here to provide the best insulation for outdoor water pipes to help you save money and prevent damages. If you are ready for a quote or have questions, please reach out today!

Ready for a quote or have questions? We’re happy to answer any questions you have about our water meter insulation covers or any of our many other removable insulation solutions for your facility. Contact us for more information.