Insulation Ancillaries
Insulation ancillaries are the supporting materials and accessories used alongside thermal, acoustic, or fire insulation systems. These components are essential for proper installation, durability, efficiency, and safety of insulation applications in HVAC, piping, building construction, cold storage, and more.
Used to bond insulation to surfaces and seal joints to prevent thermal bridging or vapor ingress.
Product | Description | Application |
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Nitrile Rubber Adhesive | High tack, fast bonding | Pipe insulation, sheet joining |
PUF Adhesive / Foam Spray | Expanding polyurethane adhesive | Wall panels, pipe gaps |
Duct Sealants (Water-based or Solvent-based) | Fire-resistant and flexible | HVAC ducting, insulation seams |
Silicone Sealants | Temperature & weather resistant | Joints, cleanrooms |
Accessory | Purpose | Notes |
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Insulation Pins / Weld Pins | Mechanically fix insulation to metal surfaces | Self-adhesive or weld-on |
Washer & Retainers | Secure insulation sheets on pins | Metal or plastic |
Plastic Fixing Anchors | Attach boards to masonry | For vertical surfaces |
Self-drilling Screws & Rivets | Panel or duct fixing | Corrosion-resistant coating preferred |
Type | Use | Features |
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Aluminum Foil Tape | Seal joints of foil-faced insulation | UV, heat, and moisture resistant |
Butyl Tape | Seal around panel joints | Airtight and waterproof |
PVC / Cloth Tape | General insulation and duct wrapping | Flame-retardant types available |
Nitrile Rubber Tape | Wrap small bends and pipe fittings | Matches insulation performance |
Protect insulation from UV, weather, and mechanical damage, especially for outdoor installations.
Product | Description |
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Aluminum Cladding Sheets | Corrosion-resistant metal jackets for pipe & duct |
PVC Cladding / Coating | Plastic jacketing for hygienic & wet areas |
Weatherproof Paints (Acrylic / Elastomeric) | UV and waterproof coatings for insulation |
Bituminous Coating | Added on underground insulation |
Item | Use |
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Saddles and Pipe Supports (with insulation insert) | Maintain insulation at pipe hangers |
Spacer Blocks | Maintain thickness at structural joints |
GI Wire Mesh / Chicken Mesh | Reinforcement over insulation before plaster or coating |
Tool | Use |
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Insulation Knife / Cutter | Precise cutting of sheets and foams |
Roller or Squeegee | Ensures tight bonding of tapes and adhesives |
Measuring Tools & Templates | For accurate dimensioning and cuts |
Protective Gloves / Goggles | Safety during handling of Rockwool or Glasswool |