When trimming down the budget, it can be easy to start chopping the areas that are hidden behind the walls, like mechanical insulation. Doing this may save a couple of bucks now but will end up costing exponentially in the long run. A professionally installed system offers both immediate and long-term benefits. Not only does its use and maintenance contribute to the local economy, but any facility outfitted with mechanical insulation will also benefit by reducing these three major factors.
Equipment Breakdown
In addition to reducing or eliminating thermal transfer, insulation is often designed to protect your equipment from overheating, inclement weather, moisture build-up, mould, corrosion and a number of other damaging factors. Equipment breakdowns and repairs cost time and money to address. Appropriate insulations create an extra barrier that will increase the lifespan of your machinery, pipes, and more. This means less time mitigating issues and more time getting the job done.
Personnel Safety Incidents
Equipment breakdown also poses a risk to your personnel, but it isn’t the only one. Insulation shields workers from high-temperature surfaces, dangerous chemical exposure, and even damaging, repetitive sounds. All of these can contribute to immediate workplace emergencies as well as long term health concerns. A strategically designed insulation system can help reduce the number of incidents by pinpointing potential hazards unique to a particular workplace.
Emissions and Energy Consumption
Since mechanical insulation was first introduced, its main goal was to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and conserve energy. By improving the performance of equipment, including those designed for pollution control, energy consumption is reduced dramatically. This is because less energy is being wasted. In most cases, a properly installed insulation system will save enough energy to pay for itself within 6 months to 2 years.
In sum, mechanical insulation can effectively save your equipment, your personnel, and your energy consumption. If you’re ready to improve your processes and reduce costs, it’s time to invest in insulation. Contact your Calgary insulation experts at Westcal Insulation today to get started!
