What is technical insulation?
Technical insulation is a specialised form of insulation designed to protect equipment, processes, and structures operating at high temperatures. Its primary function is to ensure thermal efficiency while offering protection against fire and heat. Industries ranging from steel production to glass manufacturing rely on these materials to maintain the integrity of their processes and to protect personnel, machinery, and product.
The importance of using non-asbestos and non-ceramic fibre solutions in technical insulation cannot be overstated. Traditional materials like asbestos and refractory ceramic fibre (RCF) have been linked to serious health risks and environmental concerns. With the need for safer alternatives, Tenmat’s millboard products step in to provide an efficient solution that meets modern safety standards.
The benefits of Tenmat’s millboard products
Firefly Millboards, a key product in Tenmat’s insulation lineup, are designed to offer top-quality thermal protection for high-temperature environments. Unlike older insulation products, these millboards are made without the use of asbestos or RCF, making them a safer choice for industrial applications.
Key features of Firefly Millboards:
- High heat resistance: Firefly Millboards are designed to withstand extreme temperatures, making them ideal for demanding processes in industries like steel, glass, and aluminium.
- Versatility: These millboards can be used in a wide variety of high-temperature applications, offering flexibility in their usage across different sectors.
- Customisable: Easy to shape and adapt, Firefly Millboards can be cut to meet specific industrial requirements, providing a tailored solution for manufacturers and engineers.
By choosing Firefly Millboards, industries can ensure that they are using materials that offer not only high performance but also meet modern health and safety standards.
High-temperature applications of millboard insulation
Tenmat’s millboard products are used in a wide range of high-temperature applications, providing essential thermal protection in industries such as aluminium, steel, and glass. Here’s how these products are applied in key industries:
Aluminium industry
In the aluminium sector, Tenmat’s FF700 millboards are widely used as gaskets for siphon tubes. These gaskets must withstand extremely high temperatures while maintaining a strong seal, preventing molten aluminium from escaping during the production process.
Steel industry
In steel production, Tenmat’s FF700 and FF900 millboards are employed as backup insulation linings for ladles and heat shields for tundishes. These millboards are critical in maintaining the thermal efficiency of casting and rolling processes.
Glass industry
The glass industry demands high precision and heat resistance, which is why Tenmat’s FF800 millboards are trusted for roll covering in annealing lehrs. These millboards provide thermal protection during the glass cooling process, ensuring smooth production.
Why choose safe alternatives to refractory ceramic fibre?
Refractory ceramic fibre (RCF) and asbestos-based materials have long been used in industrial insulation due to their heat-resistant properties. However, they pose significant health risks, including respiratory illnesses, and their environmental impact has made them less desirable in today’s market.
Tenmat’s commitment to safer solutions
Tenmat’s millboard products offer a safer alternative without sacrificing performance. By eliminating asbestos and RCF from their materials, Tenmat has created a product line that not only meets the thermal protection needs of high-temperature industries but also adheres to modern health and safety regulations.
Using millboards made from non-asbestos and non-RCF materials helps industries meet environmental and occupational safety standards, while still providing the robust insulation required for critical applications. As industries look for ways to improve worker safety and environmental sustainability, switching to these safer alternatives is a logical and responsible choice.
Conclusion
Tenmat’s Millboard Technical Insulation products are a safe and high-performance alternative to traditional refractory ceramic fibre and asbestos-based materials. With applications across a wide range of industries, including aluminium, steel, and glass production, these non-asbestos, non-RCF solutions offer the heat resistance and versatility needed for critical high-temperature processes. By choosing Tenmat’s millboards, companies can ensure that their insulation meets the highest standards of safety and efficiency, protecting both their workers and their operations.
FAQs
Refractory ceramic fibre (RCF) is a material used in high-temperature insulation that has been linked to health risks such as respiratory issues. Tenmat offers safer, non-RCF alternatives without compromising insulation performance.
Tenmat’s millboards provide high heat resistance, and versatility in application, and are made without asbestos or RCF, making them safer for both workers and the environment.
Industries such as aluminium, steel, and glass manufacturing benefit from these products, which are used in applications like gaskets, heat shields, and backup insulation in high-temperature processes.
