News
October 2008
Please stop by and see us at
the
57th Annual
Southeast Regional Association of Physical Plant Administrators
(SRAPPA) Conference, hosted by the Medical University of South
Carolina, in Charleston, SC October 25-28, 2008.
We are in Booth 414.
March 2008
Gas prices continue to rise with
speculation of much higher prices by summer. Material and
freight costs are being pressured upwards as a result.
here have been some price increases by our Principles. We
will continue to do everything we can to keep you informed of
any further price increases.
March 2007
Gilsulate International, Inc. has
technical and descriptive literature, data sheets, AutoCAD
details and a product overview in a movie format available on
CD.
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AutoCAD details |
BA Hercs has made their extensive technical and descriptive
manual available on CD.
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e-mail here to request the CD of your choice.
September 2006
DOE Selects 26 Universities to
Operate Industrial Assessment Centers
DOE announced on July 24th the selection
of 26 universities in 23 states that will negotiate for awards
to set up and operate regional Industrial Assessment Centers (IAC).
The centers will assist small- and medium-sized manufacturing
plants in the United States to make energy efficiency
improvements, minimize waste and prevent pollution, and improve
productivity. DOE's Industrial Technologies Program defines
small- and medium-sized manufacturers as having annual energy
costs between $100,000 and $2.5 million.
The IAC program also provides experience and training for the
student engineers who work with faculty to conduct the
assessments. Universities were chosen based on the merits of
their applications submitted in response to the funding
opportunity announcement. Funding for the IACs over the next two
years could be up to $6 million. See the
DOE press release and the
DOE Industrial Technologies Program's
BestPractices Web site.July 2006
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In my recent travels, I came across a job site where a very
reputable insulation contractor was installing cellular glass
insulation on an underground steam and condensate piping system.
I noticed these plates welded to the piping system and inquired
as to their purpose. The insulation contractor was unaware
of the purpose and was responsible only to insulate the lines.
I met with the owner to inquire why they were welding these
plates on the lines and he was not sure. I expressed my
concerns and he replied that they had an Owner's Rep onsite and
that he must be aware of their placement and purpose.
I could not find an Rep onsite and had an appointment that I
needed to make, so I guess these will be a permanent part of the
installation.
I have a couple of concerns with the operation and longevity
of this piping system. All of the piping system was not
exposed, so I am not aware of the complete design. In
fact, these plates may serve a purpose. However, if they
serve the only possible purpose I can imagine, they still
pose a significant problem.
What do you think the possible use of these plates are?
What consequences do you think I am concerned about in
leaving these plates intact?
Send me a note
and if you can guess what my concerns are, there are two, I'll send you a free coffee mug from
MacIntyre And Company.
March 2006
GILSULATE® 500XR
A QUICK REPAIR RIGHT OUT OF THE BAG
Gilsulate 500XR is a unique insulation and protection system for underground piping systems operating between 35°-800° F. Its flexibility makes it an easy choice. Not only will Gilsulate 500XR work on a wide operating temperature range, it will fit any size pipe, or configuration of pipes, right out of the bag. Retro-fitting existing systems require only a few easy steps to complete your repair.
Once your leak has been repaired, clear the soil around the existing system two feet from each end of the new pipe installed. Precut sheet rock to the correct height of the Gilsulate insulation and place on each side of the pipe. Make sure sheetrock extends the two feet on each end of the existing system. Stake the sheet rock in place using re-rod bars on each side of the sheet rock. Coat the surfaces around the existing system on the two foot section at each end with the bitumastic, coal tar epoxy coating to form a moisture barrier between the existing system and the new Gilsulate® 500XR Insulation. Poor the insulation into the forms until it reaches the top of the pipe. Vibrate this layer of insulating with a wand-type concrete vibrator. Pour the second layer or “lift” of insulation to the top of the sheet rock forming. Vibrate this layer or “lift” to the point when you can walk on it, leaving about a 1” deep footprint. Place the empty bags onto of the insulation envelope and backfill, compacting the soil in six inch lifts.
When an underground pipe line ruptures and a quick repair is needed, Gilsulate 500XR is ready when you are.
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