An insulating blanket helps prevent energy loss that typically occurs when heat dissipates from uninsulated pipes. By reducing heat loss, it allows heating and hot water systems to operate more efficiently, resulting in energy savings and reduced heating costs [3].
Conduct Noise Reduction:
Another important reason to use insulation on plumbing is to improve sound insulation. Noises from pipes and conducts can be extremely annoying, especially in living spaces where silence is essential! The addition of an insulating blanket significantly reduces the transmission of noise, which helps to create a more peaceful and pleasant environment. By isolating the pipes, vibrations and unwanted sounds are reduced, thus providing interesting sound insulation. Whether in a home or a commercial space, the use of insulation on the plumbing minimizes noise pollution and improves the quality of life of the occupants [4].
Aesthetic appearance:
Aesthetics play a crucial role when it comes to visible plumbing and pipes. Exposed pipes can create a messy look and compromise the overall appearance of a space. This is where the final touch of insulation on the plumbing comes in, which helps remedy this situation by creating a neat and aesthetically pleasing finish. By using appropriate materials and finishes, pipes can be elegantly concealed, blending harmoniously with the surrounding environment.
Now, it is necessary to dissociate traditional insulations from removable insulation. Why use the latter when its price is higher than that of traditional insulation? Is it really cheaper?
Benefits for technicians who need to perform tests or repairs:
Figure 5 : Damaged permanent insulation
A clean, convenient and durable installation:
By using removable insulation, labor costs are reduced through quick installation and removal, while facilitating necessary repairs and adjustments. In short, removable insulation represents a practical and effective solution for all technicians, offering them a versatile solution for working on pipes and plumbing equipment [6].
Sources:
[1] Efficient Energy Use in Buildings. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.energy.gov/energysaver/design/insulation
[2] Protecting Pipes from Freezing. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2017-02/documents/protect_pipes_from_freezing_fs_508.pdf
[3] Energy-Efficient Pipe Insulation. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.energy.gov/eere/amo/energy-efficient-pipe-insulation
[4] Reducing Noise with Pipe Insulation. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.thermaxxjackets.com/reducing-noise-with-pipe-insulation/
[5] Hamill, D. (2021). Pipe Insulation for Sustainability and Energy Efficiency. Retrieved from https://www.facilitiesnet.com/plumbingrestrooms/article/Pipe-Insulation-for-Sustainability-and-Energy-Efficiency--19446
[6] CINI - VCI - Roads, Pipes, Insulation. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.cini.eu/
Source: https://www.laprimeenergie.fr/les-travaux/lisolation-thermique/le-calorifugeage