Insulating fittings: lower energy consumption
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Small components lose more heat than you might expect. Any form of heat loss is one too many. Some machine parts — such as valves, flanges, and taps — are usually left uninsulated. Insulating these fittings saves you at least 85 percent of the energy that would otherwise be lost. With Econtras® insulation mattresses, you reduce heat loss, emissions, and energy costs.
Reducing heat loss lowers CO₂ emissions, saves energy, and therefore reduces energy expenses. High-temperature machines lose a lot of heat. Insulation mattresses help retain that heat within the machine. Fittings on machines are often not insulated — these include components like valves, flanges, and taps. Insulating fittings reduces CO₂ emissions and can save you hundreds of euros per year.
Insulating fittings
Taps and flanges are often not insulated due to their irregular shapes, frequent use, or the difficulty of insulating them. But insulating fittings is highly worthwhile — it pays for itself quickly. At least 85 percent of the energy typically lost at these points can be saved. Saving energy means saving costs. Additionally, insulation reduces CO₂ emissions, making it a sustainable and environmentally friendly investment.
Heat loss
Other common fittings that can be insulated include valves and control valves. These relatively small parts also carry heated liquids and gases. Insulating fittings is important because these connections are especially prone to heat loss. Insulation mattresses retain heat in the machine, helping it maintain the desired temperature. A well-insulated machine works less hard due to reduced heat loss, leading to lower energy consumption and substantial savings.
Insulating fittings with Econtras® fitting insulation
Where standard insulation stops, Econtras continues. Our flexible thermal Econtras® insulation mattresses are fully custom-made, designed to fit the shape of the object as closely as possible. When it comes to insulating fittings, custom-made insulation is ideal. By applying Econtras® fitting insulation to thermal oil systems, condensate lines, steam systems, and air handling installations, the energy efficiency of these systems improves significantly.
Applying Econtras® insulation mattresses to hot components like fittings can result in substantial energy savings. Insulating fittings also contributes to a trouble-free production process with minimal energy consumption and environmental impact. Econtras® insulation mattresses pay for themselves thirty to forty times over their lifetime — making this energy-saving solution financially attractive. At the same time, major energy savings reduce environmental impact — ideal for a sustainable business.
Would you like more information about insulating fittings? Feel free to contact Econtras. For more than 60 years — first as insulation company C.J. van Waas B.V. — we have specialised in measuring, producing, and installing insulation mattresses for industries including offshore and shipping. In addition to insulating fittings, we also offer other suitable, energy-saving solutions for insulation challenges. We are often involved as early as the engineering phase, allowing us to calculate expected heat loss and potential energy savings in advance.