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ASTM WK19618
New Guide for Industrial Thermal Insulation Systems
1. Scope
1.1 This guide covers information on selection of insulation materials, systems design, application methods, protective coverings, guarantees, inspection, testing, and maintenance of thermal insulation primarily for industrial applications in a temperature range of -320 to 1200F -195.5 to 648.8C). 1.2 This guide is intended to provide practical guidelines by applying acceptable current practice while indicating the basic principles by which new materials can be assessed and adapted for use under widely differing conditions. Design engineers, general contractors, fabricators, and insulation contractors will find this guide helpful. 1.3 Although some insulation system designs can serve as fire protection, this guide does not address the criteria specific to that need. API 521 Guide for Pressure-Relieving and Depressuring Systems is recommended as a reference for fireproofing. This guide will, however, address the fire properties of insulation materials. 1.4 This guide is not intended for commercial, architectural, acoustical, marine, vehicle transport, or military use. 1.5 This guide does not address insulation system design for refractory linings or cold boxes because these are typically package units and of a proprietary insulation design. 1.6 The values given in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values in parentheses are for information only. The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only. 1.7 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Keywords
industrial thermal insulation; insulation system; thermal insulation
Rationale
Currently, there is no guide on why and how to insulate equipment and piping for industrial insulation.
The title and scope are in draft form and are under development within this ASTM Committee.
Work Item Status
Date Initiated: 04-16-2008
Technical Contact: Dean Cox
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