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High Temperature Pipe Ducting & Equipment Insulation
When you work on marine vessels, or around boilers or industrial ovens, you know that the equipment and the surrounding area can get really (really) hot. In fact, the temperature can vary up to 1100°C. The right insulation solution ensures that you, your team and your end-user stay safe and that the equipment continues to work properly and efficiently. And that means better performance and safety, and less operating costs.
High-temperature pipe ducting and equipment insulation is used with high-temperature applications to enable the equipment to handle the heat being applied.
At Total Insulation, our high-temperature solutions are expertly designed and installed, using only the highest quality products. We work with you to support your project needs, your budget and your timeline.
WHAT IS High Temperature Pipe Ducting & Equipment Insulation
High temperature pipe ducting and equipment insulation is a thermal insulation system designed to protect pipework, ducting and equipment operating at extreme heat. It works by managing heat transfer along high temperature pipe and equipment surfaces, reducing energy loss, protecting personnel from hot surfaces, and helping equipment continue to perform efficiently under sustained heat. In high pressure environments, piping and equipment must withstand temperatures and pressures over extended periods without failing, which is why selecting the right insulation system and high temperature pipe material is essential to safe and efficient operation.
Where high temperature pipe ducting & equipment insulation is used
Marine vessels
Foundries
Abattoirs
Power stations
Industrial ovens
Refineries
Breweries
Steam boilers
What materials we use & their benefits
Ceramic fibre
Engineered for the highest heat range, offering excellent heat conservation and resistance to thermal shock even during the rapid temperature fluctuations common in industrial processes.
Rockwool
Naturally fire resistant and chemically and temperature stable, performing reliably in harsh processing environments with exposure to steam, oils and industrial chemicals, while also providing strong sound absorption to dampen noise from steam systems, boilers and industrial ovens.
Fiberglass
A cost-effective option for heat conservation, minimising energy loss along high temperature pipe and equipment to help lower operating costs over time, with added sound absorption properties.
All three materials help reduce surface temperatures to safe-touch levels, providing personal protection for personnel working near hot pipes and equipment.
Insulating a range of high temperature pipe materials
The right insulation solution depends on your piping material as much as the heat involved.
Carbon steel pipes
They remain a cost-effective, widely used piping material across the oil and gas industry, power plants and chemical processing. It offers strong mechanical and creep strength at elevated temperatures, though carbon steel remains more susceptible to oxidation and corrosion over extended periods.
Stainless steel pipes
They typically contain chromium and, in some grades, molybdenum and silicon, offering excellent resistance to oxidation and stress corrosion cracking, along with high temperature strength suited to high pressure pipelines and steam systems.
Whatever piping material your project uses, be that carbon steel, stainless steel, or other materials such as PVC pipes in lower-temperature sections of a system. We design an insulation and coating system to suit your temperature, pressure and industry requirements.
For equipment that needs regular access without a full re-insulation, our thermal insulation covers offer a flexible, removable option for valves, pumps and pipework on refinery, gas plant and power station sites.
Our process
Every high temperature pipe ducting and equipment insulation project follows a clear process:
Step 1:
Our team works closely with project managers, engineers, contractors, and commercial clients to assess the scope, temperature requirements, and operational needs of each project.
Step 2:
We select insulation materials tailored to the application and pipe material to ensure systems are complaint, efficient, and installed correctly
Step 3:
Our fully trained installers deliver safe and efficient insulation installation and complete a quality check before handover.
Why choose Total Insulation
Total Insulation was founded in 2002 by Director Tom Woollen, who brought 20 years of insulation industry experience to the business. What began as a specialist refrigeration systems insulation company has grown into a broad industrial and commercial insulation and sheet metal provider, with work spanning power stations, oil refineries, marine vessels, HVAC ducting and pre-insulated piping.
The Total Insulation team is guided by a consistent set of commitments from meeting project deadlines, working within budget, continually evolving insulation products and techniques, delivering high-quality workmanship built to last, so we can provide personal, prompt service and support throughout your project. This ensures that your high temperature pipe ducting and equipment insulation is handled by a team with the experience and processes to get it right, first time.
Total Insulation Locations
Total Insulation has locations across both Australia and New Zealand. From our humble Brisbane beginnings, we’ve since expanded to have offices in both Perth and Auckland, and provide our services all across Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Rim.
Get in touch with your local Total Insulation team to learn more about how we can assist you with your insulation needs.
Brisbane office: (07) 3277 9785
Perth office: (08) 9356 2175
Auckland office: (09) 263 5657
FAQs
Depending on material selection, insulation solutions can be designed to handle temperatures up to 1100°C, covering applications from steam boilers to high temperature pipe on refinery and power plant sites.
Fiberglass, rockwool and ceramic fibre are commonly used, chosen for their heat resistance, chemical stability and suitability to the pipe material and operating environment.
Yes. Carbon steel pipes and stainless steel pipes are both commonly used in high temperature applications, and insulation systems can be selected to suit the corrosion resistance and mechanical properties of each.
Total Insulation is headquartered in Brisbane, with additional offices in Perth and Auckland, servicing clients across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Rim.
Total Insulation was founded in 2002, growing from a specialist refrigeration insulation business into a broad industrial and commercial insulation and sheet metal provider.
Talk to the insulation experts
We work across all major industries and can tailor your insulation to meet specific thermal, mechanical or environmental conditions. Whether you need insulation for a new installation or a retrofit project, we’ll provide expert advice and high-quality results.
Brisbane office: 07 3277 9785 |
Perth office: 08 9356 2175 |
Auckland office: 09 263 5657