{"id":12254,"date":"2020-02-01T14:56:34","date_gmt":"2020-02-01T14:56:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/insulation.org\/io\/?post_type=articles&p=12254"},"modified":"2020-03-05T14:37:06","modified_gmt":"2020-03-05T14:37:06","slug":"checklist-for-specifying-insulation","status":"publish","type":"articles","link":"https:\/\/insulation.org\/io\/articles\/checklist-for-specifying-insulation\/","title":{"rendered":"Checklist for Specifying Insulation"},"content":{"rendered":"

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There is a disconnect between engineering specifications and codes requirements when it comes to the mechanical insulation industry. Specifications can be developed from either outdated or non-compatible applications that can create confusion and lead to a faulty design for mechanical insulation equipment. Now is the time to help engineers bridge that gap by providing standardized resources. The information in this article is offered to help improve the way things are done.<\/p>\n

Here is a checklist of clarifying questions to ask engineers when specifying insulation:<\/h2>\n
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  1. What is the system used for?<\/li>\n
  2. What is the intended life span of the system?<\/li>\n
  3. What is the purpose of insulating the system?<\/li>\n
  4. What is the surface material that the insulation system will be applied to?<\/li>\n
  5. What is the operating temperature?<\/li>\n
  6. Will the equipment have heaters or chillers?<\/li>\n
  7. What are the extreme atmospheric temperatures and relative humidities at the location?<\/li>\n
  8. Will the system need to provide the intended function at environmental extremes or average conditions?<\/li>\n
  9. What insulation value is required and\/or desired?<\/li>\n
  10. What codes are applicable to this project?<\/li>\n
  11. What are code requirements for the insulation system?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Resources for engineers to reference in developing specifications to include the following:<\/h2>\n