Class O Armaflex

Armaflex insulation prevents condensation and energy losses. Class O Armaflex is the flexible, closed cell, elastomeric, nitrile rubber insulation that offers reliable protection against condensation and effectively prevents energy loss.

A highly efficient method of insulating hot and cold water services, chilled water lines, heating systems, air conditioning duct work and refrigerated pipe work for frost protection, energy conservation and condensation control. Armaflex is dust free, fibre free and CFC free with an ODP of zero which means an environmentally friendly product.

The Competitive Advantage of Specifying Class O Armaflex

Built in vapour barrier prevents condensation
Reduces energy losses by up to 87%
Lightweight and flexible, quick and easy installation with low maintenance requirements, resulting in time and cost savings
Excellent resistance to the effects of ozone, oil and chemicals (consult product test list)

Application Areas

Process work
Hot and cold water services
Chilled water lines
Heating systems
Air conditioning ductwork
Refrigeration pipework and ancillary equipment

Technical Product Data

The Armaflex Assurance System

Armaflex provides peace-of-mind assurance in the knowledge that it is made to the strictest quality, technical performance and environmentally friendly standards.

Prevents Moisture Permeation

Multi-layered closed wall cells provide a built-in vapour barrier which can’t be compromised by surface punctures or rips - this ensures the vapour barrier stays working for the lifetime of the insulation system.

Provides Long-Term Thermal Performance

Non-wicking - No transmission of water vapour is possible through the insulation due to the closed cell nature of Armaflex. Moisture will not migrate through professionally installed Armaflex.

Long-Term Durability

No fragile water vapour barrier - The built-in vapour barrier can’t be “damaged” during installation or over the lifetime of the insulation.

Avoids Thermal Bridging

Armaflex is a seamless insulation system - these same technical properties provide a secure system.

Long-Term Energy Efficiency

By minimising the ingress of water vapour into the insulation the multi-layered cells in Armaflex prevent the thermal conductivity from rising. Increased thermal conductivity can in the long term lead to increased energy costs and surface condensation.

Inhibits Growth of Mould

Minimises moisture permeation, the first requirement for mould growth

Minimises the second requirement: No cellulosic vapour jacket, and the smooth surface doesn’t trap dust.

Formaldehyde-Free

Ensures that Armaflex is a low-emitting product. It is also low VOC.

Support Requirements of Health & Indoor-Air-Quality

Dust and Fibre-Free

Will not emit any particles or fibres - even when cut into shapes and fittings

No outgassing - CFC & HCFC free manufacturing process

Supervised Manufacturing & Technical Values

Factory Mutual Approval Guide - guarantee consistent performance to published values by monitoring ...

Fire Performance (FM pipe chase test, Flammability test)

Water Vapour Transmission

Thermal Conductivity

Supervised Quality Standards

ISO Registration ensures that all Armacell manufacturing facilities consistently meet customer requirements . . . by managing all processes with ongoing quality assessments.

Manufacturer

Armacell UK Limited, Mars Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL9 6 LY

Tel: +44 (0) 1612 877100 - Fax: +44 (0) 1616 332685 -E-Mail: info.uk@armacell.com

 

Page updated November 10, 2008