Insulation Blankets for Control Valves

Insulating Control Valves

Insulating Control Valves in industrial processes is essential for maintaining efficiency, safety, and operational reliability. Control valves regulate the flow of fluids and gases, and they often operate under extreme temperature conditions. Without proper insulation, these valves can experience significant heat loss or gain, leading to inefficiencies and potential damage.

The Effective Solution

The most effective solution is the use of removable insulation blankets or jackets. These are custom-made to fit the exact dimensions of the control valve, ensuring a snug fit that minimizes heat loss. The properly specified materials are used to provide excellent thermal insulation properties for the field condition. The removable nature of these blankets allows for easy access to the valves for maintenance and inspection, which is a significant advantage over traditional, permanent insulation methods.

Reduce Energy and heat loss on control valves

Insulating control valves also helps in reducing energy costs by maintaining the desired temperature of the fluids passing through the valves. This is particularly important in processes involving steam or other high-temperature fluids, where heat loss can lead to significant energy waste.

Safety

Additionally, insulation helps in lowering the surface temperature of the valves, improving safety for personnel by reducing the risk of burns, and reducing the ambient temperature of the mechanical room.

How much difference does it make?

With high quality insulation blankets for control valves as shown here, thermographic images demonstrate the effectiveness.

Bare Control Valve with Thermographic image showing 302°F  surface temperature

Insulated Control Valve with Thermographic image showing 203°F  surface temperature, a significant reduction.

 Insulating Control Valves  offers several important benefits.

1. Energy Efficiency: While pipework is commonly insulated, Control Valves are often left exposed or poorly insulated with a quick fix. However, insulating them can significantly reduce energy costs. By minimizing heat loss, insulation ensures that the system operates efficiently, saving energy and decreasing a facility’s carbon footprint.
2. Heat Conservation: Without insulation, a valve will radiate heat just like pipework. Insulation helps conserve heat, preventing unnecessary energy waste. It also maintains optimal operating temperatures for gas and liquid flow, improving overall efficiency.
3. Extended Service Life: Proper insulation provides protection against environmental factors, which can extend the valve’s service life. This reduces long-term capital expenditure and minimizes maintenance requirements.
4. Safety: Removable Reusable Blanket Insulation acts as an important safety precaution, protecting technicians and staff from contact with hot surfaces. It helps ensure a safer working environment.

Let’s explore why Specifying Shannon Insultech® Blanket Insulation systems for Control VaLVES is crucial:

CAD Designed for exact fit & finish

CNC Produced for Accuracy and High Quality

Comprehensive Specifications to accommodate temperature and field condition

Each Blanket includes a Metal embossed ID plate with a QC code for identification

Integral fasteners for easy off- easy on

Design standards tested to ASTM, UL and ISO

In summary, insulating control valves with high quality removeable, reusable insulation blankets – with custom fit and integral fasteners – not only improves energy efficiency but also enhances safety. This is a cost-effective investment for better performance and reduced operational expenses.   Contact Us about Insulation Blankets for Control Valves and other components in your system.