Shaw Pipe’s Insul-8® AG pre-insulated pipe for above ground pipelines reduces project costs, construction schedules for construction of in-situ oil sands production installations. Pre-insulating pipe prior to shipping to construction sites significantly reduces field labour and is faster than insulating pipe in place at congested, space-constrained construction sites. Insul-8® AG delivers numerous project benefits and opportunities for cost savings.

Capital savings

• Allows for increased reach-out distance from steam production facility.
• Reduces outer jacketing costs due to smaller insulation profile.
• Provides opportunities to eliminate heat tracing.
• Maximizes pipe rack usage.
• Greater thermal performance reduces insulation material usage.

Operation and Maintenance

• Energy savings from reduced heat losses.
• Hydrophobic nature of aerogel ensures insulation will never absorb water.
• High compressive strength of aerogel prevents mechanical damage.

Construction

• Reduces installation time; 70 - 75% of insulation can be done off-site.
• Scaffolding requirements are reduced.
• Minimizes camp costs, subsistence or live-out allowance for on-site personnel.
• Shaw’s inspection upon receipt of pipe eliminates costly field repairs.

Logistical savings

• Eliminates pipe storage requirements on-site. Pipe can be stored in Shaw’s yards for just-in-time delivery.
• Improves predictability of construction schedule by reducing potential delays associated with field insulation.
• Eliminates cost of shipping insulation materials to site.
• Reduced impact on site traffic: Materials and workers for insulating the pipe will be off site.