Best Applications for Faced vs. Unfaced Insulation


Posted on Wednesday Jan 18, 2023 at 08:00AM in Insulation


When installing insulation in your construction project, knowing which type is best suited for the job can be confusing. Different options work better for different buildings, so it is important to understand the types available and how they are used.

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Heat Tracing and Other Effective Methods for Preventing Pipe Freezing


Posted on Wednesday Dec 14, 2022 at 08:00AM in Insulation


As the temperatures begin to drop, it is essential to protect the plumbing system in a given structure. When pipework freezes, it can cause several expensive issues. By tending to your pipes and performing some preventive maintenance, you can protect against the cold and keep your water running effectively all winter long.

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Top 6 Things to Consider When Installing Pipe Insulation


Posted on Wednesday Nov 23, 2022 at 08:00AM in Insulation


Insulating your pipes is an effective way to reduce heat loss and save energy costs. Before you install insulation around your pipework, you'll want to consider some crucial factors to ensure you find the right solutions for your specific system.

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Using QR Codes to Manage Firestopping


Posted on Wednesday Aug 03, 2022 at 10:17AM in Insulation


QR codes have proved their worth as a viable resource for all kinds of data at our fingertips. They act as a conduit that an operator, inspector, or a general consumer can access with ease. Now that QR codes are part of everyday life, we have begun to use them in a new way: passive firestopping.

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A Tribute to Mike Feehery


Posted on Friday Jun 17, 2022 at 08:28AM in General


It isn’t often that we post a blog that features an individual, but at SPI, we are a family, and as such we feel the loss of a family member very deeply. It’s only fitting, then, that this week’s blog is dedicated to the life and legacy of our brother, friend, and mentor: Mike Feehery.

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Vinaflex™ - A Brief Overview


Posted on Friday Apr 22, 2022 at 09:28AM in Insulation


Acoustic concerns are one of the most important things to address when it comes to residential insulation, and acoustic products are one of the most versatile types of insulation on the market today, as they dampen noise and prevent it from spreading to other spaces. In this blog, we’ll look at the Vinaflex™ line of acoustic products and discuss how they can be used in different applications.

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Absorption Plus® - Features and Benefits


Posted on Friday Apr 08, 2022 at 08:33AM in Insulation


Commercial, institutional projects, and manufacturing plants have a wide array of noise issues. These can include loud dialogue, equipment and machinery noise, and reverberation. Not only can this make communication, concentration, and learning difficult, but it can even pose safety concerns. These concerns can be addressed with Absorption Plus®.

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Marine Insulation - Common Problems and Solutions


Posted on Friday Mar 25, 2022 at 08:27AM in Insulation


The marine industry presents a unique set of challenges when it comes to insulation. All ships - from yachts to navy vessels - require insulation systems for various thermal, acoustic, and fire protection needs. To meet these needs, SPI partners with industry-leading insulation and accessory manufacturers to provide specialty fabricated insulation systems.

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SafeLite® Covers - Features and Benefits


Posted on Friday Mar 11, 2022 at 09:23AM in Insulation


Commercial, institutional, and multifamily construction projects present a lot of needs, especially if they are constructed with fire-rated drywall or suspended tile and gird ceilings. These can be compromised if recessed light fixtures and speakers are not properly protected. At SPI, we carry patented SafeLite fixture covers. These are easy to install over the fixture, helping to maintain or restore required assembly fire ratings.

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Texas Freeze - One Year Later


Posted on Tuesday Feb 22, 2022 at 09:26AM in General


In February 2021, three winter storms hit the state of Texas from the 10th to the 20th. They caused widespread severe weather and some of the lowest temperatures seen in the state. These storms did a great deal of damage, becoming known as the worst energy infrastructure failure in the history of the state and leading to water, food, and heat shortages. On the one-year anniversary of these historic storms, let’s look at how they were able to cause such damage and what measures could have been taken to prevent it.

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Thermaxx Jackets


Posted on Friday Feb 11, 2022 at 09:50AM in General


When it comes to pipe insulation, we often think of rigid facings and calcium silicate elbows, but Thermaxx does things a little differently. A recent addition to the SPI family of companies, Thermaxx are experts in removable blanket insulation solutions for complex piping systems.

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Fire Wrap - A Brief Overview


Posted on Friday Jan 28, 2022 at 10:20AM in Insulation


One of several kinds of passive insulation, fire wrap is used on ducts and other applications to prevent the spread of potential fires throughout a building. At SPI, we offer a range of passive fire protection options that could fit the description of “fire wrap”.

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Curtain Wall Insulation - Features and Benefits


Posted on Friday Jan 14, 2022 at 12:26PM in Insulation


Curtain wall insulation applications are sleek, attractive installations for a range of uses. They get their name from the way they are installed: they hang on the outside of a building and attach at each floor line. They are appropriate for a range of uses and have an array of benefits.

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Digital Transformation Strategies


Posted on Tuesday Oct 05, 2021 at 04:25AM in General


When we sat down and really looked at our website and digital presence, we realized that we had a lot of work to do. As a leader in the fabrication and insulation industries, SPI recognized that our website was not in line with that distinction, and we have been working hard to redesign it. As we began this process, we focused on user experience – what was missing from the current site? What parts of it were too filled with jargon to easily understand? What could we do to make it more navigable?

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