Low-temperature piping and equipment form the critical backbone of LNG, chemical processing, and cold chain logistics. Effective cold management extends far beyond energy savings—it is essential for system safety and process integrity. Moisture ingress remains a pervasive threat; water vapor can penetrate insulation, freeze, and form destructive ice. This leads to thermal failure, Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI), mechanical damage, and ultimately, costly operational downtime.
Compared to conventional insulation, aerogel offers up to 5x higher thermal resistance. This enables up to 80% reduction in insulation thickness and significantly decreases system weight, freeing up maintenance space while reducing mechanical load on equipment.
CUI poses a hidden yet severe threat to industrial piping and equipment, often resulting in unexpected damage and costs. NMT aerogel insulation provides a proven barrier against CUI, thanks to its highly stable hydrophobic and breathable properties, which effectively block moisture penetration into insulated surfaces.
With up to 99% hydrophobicity and a specialized vapor barrier, NMT’s aerogel insulation effectively blocks both moisture and heat transfer, preventing condensation and frost formation on pipes and equipment surfaces.
A thinner insulation system requires less auxiliary material, labor, and time for installation. NMT aerogel is lightweight and easy to process — it can be cut and installed directly on-site or even prefabricated to meet specific client requirements. During maintenance and inspection, NMT aerogel can be easily removed and reinstalled without compromising its performance.
