Meet Energy Reduction Goals & Reduce Operating Costs
As energy costs continue to rise, owners and operators of steam and hot water distribution systems need effective ways to recover lost heat and reduce operating costs. Replacing and repairing damaged or missing insulation is the most affordable Energy Conservation Measure (ECM) on the market today and will result in immediate energy savings.
Buried steam and hot water distribution piping is often plagued with corrosion, leaks and intruding ground water throughout its service life. The presence of water within the system causes the insulation binders to break down resulting in decreased thermal efficiency. TST has encountered insulation failure in many different types of buried steam and hot water systems including pre-insulated piping, concrete box trenches, terra cotta conduits and transite conduits. When insulation within buried piping systems is thermally degraded or missing entirely, it is common to see excessive vaporing from manholes and vaults, dead grass, melted snow, damaged utilities, damaged surfaces above the line and increased load demands from the plant.
Missing or degraded pipe insulation is also very common in boiler plants, mechanical rooms, manholes, pits, vaults, underground tunnels and crawlspaces. A lack of insulation in these areas will also increase ambient temperatures within buildings and create an unsafe working environment for personnel and employees working in the vicinity.
How can your facility start saving today?
TST recommends starting with a low cost, comprehensive insulation assessment at your facility. Our team will survey and identify all mechanical pipe, fittings, vessels and equipment that is in need of thermal repair and propose appropriate and cost-effective insulation solutions. The onsite survey results in a detailed report that includes an itemized summary of all pipe and fittings along with energy savings and ROI projections.
