Insulation blog

Eliminating condensation

Condensation on pipework should always be prevented wherever possible. Moisture formation can damage the structural fabric of a building, promote mould growth and either cause or greatly accelerate pipe corrosion. In extreme circumstances corrosion attributed to condensation can even shorten the lifespan of a mechanical system.

Take flight with FEF this summer

Airports are some of the biggest public buildings in the world today, as gateways to the world they are designed to showcase the nations in which they reside and to inspire those who travel through.

Don’t give legionella a chance

Insulation made of flexible elastomeric foams (FEF) or polyethylene foams (PEF) can help to reduce the health risks associated with heating and plumbing pipework.

Sending out an ESOS

Energy saving begins at home but if carbon emissions are to be cut and climate change is to be averted then it can’t stay there. Large commercial and industrial organisations account for a majority of energy use in the UK and identifying the potential savings for these companies can be tough.

A little maintenance goes a long way

Do you ever get the impression that things aren’t quite as good as they used to be? Time can take its toll but when it comes to the performance of your air-conditioning system ‘ageing’ isn’t something you have to accept - with just a little maintenance it’s possible you could roll back the years.

Upgrade to solar thermal this summer

If you think it’s wasteful to burn gas to heat hot water in the summer then you’re right. Upgrading your home to use a solar thermal hot water system is still one of the most sustainable investments you can make and when you do you’ll want to comply with MIS 3001.

What happens when your plastic pipe melts away?

Plastic pipes have many advantages over steel and copper but resistance to fire isn’t one of them. When exposed to the extreme heat of a fire, plastic pipes will eventually melt away, leaving open holes in fire rated walls and floors. Intumescent additives are the secret ingredients that make fire seals possible for these pipes.

Insulation as part of an energy efficient air-conditioning system

When it comes to designing a balanced and energy efficient air-conditioning system it’s the big components that grab all of the attention but there’s one thing that should never be far from your mind: insulation.

Kaiflex insulation keeps things cool during Euro 2016

This summer tens of thousands of visitors from across Europe will travel to France to witness elite performance in action - and not just on the pitch. New and renovated stadiums themselves will be among the biggest stars of the show and Kaiflex will play a key role.