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Calcium Silicate Board for Petrochemical Equipment

High-temperature calcium silicate insulation engineered for petrochemical process equipment — reactors, cracking furnaces, reformers, heat exchangers, columns, and piping systems. Low chloride content, corrosion under insulation (CUI) resistance, and proven long-term reliability in demanding refinery environments.

Max 1100°C Service Temp
CUI Resistant
Low Chloride Content
ASTM C533 Compliant

Why Refineries Choose Calcium Silicate

The petrochemical and refining industry operates with process temperatures ranging from -50°C to over 1000°C across a wide variety of equipment. Insulation must not only provide thermal efficiency but also resist Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI), a critical concern for stainless steel piping and vessels in the 60–175°C range.

HR RHINO calcium silicate boards are manufactured with low chloride content and excellent chemical stability, making them safe for use on carbon steel and austenitic stainless steel equipment. Our products comply with ASTM C533 specifications for high-temperature industrial insulation.

Applications span the entire petrochemical facility — from ethylene cracking furnaces and catalytic reformers to distillation columns, heat exchangers, reactors, and steam piping systems. Our products deliver energy savings, personnel safety, and proven reliability in demanding hydrocarbon processing environments.

Calcium silicate board insulation on refinery process equipment

Key Petrochemical Applications

Six critical petrochemical and refinery system components where HR RHINO calcium silicate boards deliver superior thermal insulation and CUI protection.

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Ethylene Cracking Furnaces

Steam cracking furnaces operate at 750-900°C to produce ethylene and propylene. Our boards insulate furnace walls, roof panels, and coil support systems to maximize thermal efficiency and reduce fuel consumption.

Temp: 750-900°C Density: 300-500 kg/m³
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Catalytic Reformers & Hydrocrackers

Reforming and hydrocracking reactors process hydrocarbons at 500-600°C under high pressure. Our insulation maintains reaction temperatures, reduces energy costs, and protects personnel from extreme surface temperatures.

Temp: 500-600°C Density: 300-400 kg/m³
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Distillation Columns & Fractionators

Atmospheric and vacuum distillation towers require efficient insulation to maintain precise temperature profiles. Our lightweight boards minimize heat loss while providing easy access for maintenance.

Temp: 100-400°C Density: 220-300 kg/m³
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Heat Exchangers & Reboilers

Shell-and-tube heat exchangers, reboilers, and condensers throughout the refinery benefit from our boards' low thermal conductivity and dimensional stability under thermal cycling conditions.

Temp: 80-500°C Density: 220-300 kg/m³
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Steam Piping & Valves

High-pressure steam lines, process piping, valves, and flanges throughout the petrochemical complex. Our custom-shaped insulation ensures energy efficiency and OSHA-compliant safe touch temperatures.

Temp: 150-600°C Density: 220-300 kg/m³
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Reactors & Process Vessels

Pressure reactors, FCC units, and storage vessels require reliable long-term insulation. Our low-chloride boards are safe for austenitic stainless steel equipment, preventing stress corrosion cracking.

Temp: 200-700°C Density: 250-400 kg/m³

Benefits for Petrochemical Plants

Engineered for demanding refinery environments with CUI protection and ASTM compliance.

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CUI Resistant

Low chloride content and chemical stability help prevent Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI) on carbon and austenitic stainless steel equipment.

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ASTM C533 Compliant

Our products meet ASTM C533 Type I & II specifications for calcium silicate block and pipe thermal insulation.

Energy Savings

Low thermal conductivity dramatically reduces heat loss from process equipment, improving overall refinery efficiency and ROI.

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Non-Combustible

A1 non-combustible classification provides passive fire protection for critical hydrocarbon processing equipment.

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Precision Fit

Pre-formed pipe covers, block insulation, and custom CNC-machined shapes for vessels, valves, flanges, and fittings.

Asbestos-free Safe

100% non-asbestos, non-toxic. Safe for maintenance workers and complies with OSHA, EU REACH, and international standards.

Ideal for Refinery Equipment

300 kg/m³ Calcium Silicate Board

Our recommended grade for the broad range of petrochemical applications. Optimal balance of thermal insulation, mechanical strength, and chloride content for CUI-sensitive applications.

Suitable for cracking furnaces, reformers, reactors, columns, heat exchangers, and piping systems across temperatures from 200°C to 1100°C.

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Bulk Density300 kg/m³
Compressive Strength≥ 2.0 MPa
Flexural Strength≥ 1.2 MPa
Max Service Temperature1100°C
Thermal Conductivity (200°C)≤ 0.082 W/m·K
Chloride ContentLow (CUI Compliant)

Recommended Products

Optimal product selection for petrochemical applications from high-temperature cracking furnaces to low-temperature process piping.

Protect Your Petrochemical Equipment

Contact our technical team for ASTM C533 compliant insulation, CUI protection solutions, and factory-direct pricing for your refinery or petrochemical project.

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