Hot water pipes need effective insulation so that the water is at the right temperature where it is used. Furthermore, by reducing heat loss, the insulation should minimise energy consumption and, hence, operating costs. Heating water pipes are insulated in order to restrict heat loss, to keep the warm water inside the pipes warm and to ensure that the heat is transported to the right place at the right time.

Hot water pipes
For hot water pipes, any heat loss also represents preventable energy loss. Only the boilers can heat the water to the correct temperature, after which the pipes must ensure that it arrives at its destination at the right temperature.

Heating pipes
Alternatively, a set heat loss may be required in order to produce a set surface temperature in the pipe, and the insulation thickness needs to be calculated carefully in order to achieve this. In these cases, insulation can be used to eliminate the risk of burns from the outer surface of the pipe.

Making your job easier
In order to meet any of these requirements, it is essential that the right insulation thickness and solution are chosen. Paroc's thermal optimizer programme, Paroc TOP, makes the task much easier and quicker.