As energy prices continue to rise and people look for ways to reduce their heating bills, a supplier of HVAC equipment is reporting a rise in sales of pipe insulation.
TG Lynes says it has seen sales of Armacell pipe insulation double in the last 12 months.
Eray Guleryuz, commercial team lead at TG Lynes, says: “People are more aware than ever of the measures that can be taken to reduce energy bills. Some estimates suggest that up to 25% of all heat produced escapes through the pipes before it reaches the final destination.”
He adds that the growth in sales of foam products could also be partly attributed to an increase in the number of properties switching to ground source heat pumps.
“Heat pumps work at lower temperatures than a traditional heating system, therefore good insulation is key to getting the most out of the system,” comments Eray. “Without good all-round insulation, including loft insulation, wall insulation and double glazing, some people will find heat pumps do not produce enough energy to keep the building a comfortable temperature.”
Insulating pipes has additional benefits beyond reducing energy consumption, including condensation control, frost protection and noise reduction.
Jamie Bomber, national sales manager at Armacell, says: “Increasing energy efficiency, thus reducing costs, has become one of the main drivers in the specification of our products for the built environment, both in the domestic and commercial HVAC building sectors.
“Whether the heating and cooling sources are heat pumps or conventional equipment, system performance, system longevity and the working and living environments are significantly enhanced with the inclusion of ArmaFlex insulation materials fitted to pipe-work, ductwork and within the building fabric.”
