Level 214 lessons · 143 min
Insulation Systems
Heat-loss calculation, economic thickness, lagging of pipework and vessels, and surface-temperature safety.
01Insulation Fundamentals
- ▶Heat Loss Calculation & U-ValuesHow heat flows, U-value definition, calculating losses through walls, roofs, windows.11 min
- ▶Insulation Materials & PropertiesConductivity (W/mK), R-value, density, moisture resistance, fire rating.10 min
- ▶Economic Thickness & PaybackOptimal thickness balances cost and energy savings; typical payback 3-7 years.10 min
- ▶Insulation Fundamentals CheckQuiz on heat loss, U-values, materials, and economic thickness.5 min
02Building Envelope & Thermal Bridging
- ▶Walls, Roofs, Floors & LayeringMulti-layer construction, vapour barriers, condensation risk, detail design.10 min
- ▶Thermal Bridges & Heat LossCold bridges at joints, studs, fasteners; how to minimize; impact on overall U-value.10 min
- ▶Windows & GlazingDouble/triple glazing, low-E coatings, frame U-values, solar heat gain (g-value).10 min
- ▶Envelope & Bridges CheckQuiz on building envelope design and thermal bridging.5 min
03Pipe Insulation & Equipment Lagging
- ▶Pipe Insulation: Thickness & MaterialPipe diameter, temperature, ambient, and economic insulation thickness.10 min
- ▶Installation & MaintenanceFitting insulation at bends, joints, valves; protection from moisture and damage.9 min
- ▶Tank & Vessel LaggingBoiler, chiller, thermal storage tanks; lagging thickness, access doors, heat loss calculation.10 min
- ▶Surface Temperature SafetyMaximum safe touch temperature (60°C), insulation to meet regulations, guarding.8 min
- ▶Pipe & Lagging CheckQuiz on pipe sizing, vessel lagging, and safety.5 min