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Pipe insulation for HVAC Systems in the UK

Pipe insulation plays a vital role in enhancing the energy efficiency, safety, and comfort of HVAC systems. Our stone wool solutions are designed for a range of applications, including cooling pipes, heating pipes, tap water pipes, drain and wastewater pipes, and pipe penetrations.

Versatile Applications

Our pipe insulation supports multiple applications:

Heating Pipes


Contributes to minimise heat loss and increase energy efficiency.

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Chilled water pipework


Helps to prevent condensation and maintain a comfortable indoor climate.

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Hot and Cold Water Pipework

Supports temperature stability and health risk reduction.

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Drainage and Wastewater Pipework

Helps to control noise and heat transfer.

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Key Benefits of pipe insulation

  • High thermal performance can reduce energy costs
  • Non-combustible stone wool enhance fire resistance
  • Sound-absorbing properties can reduce operational noise
  • Minimize the risk of condensation and water vapour permeability
  • Durable and dimensionally stable for long-term use

Choose our stone wool pipe insulation for efficient, safe and sustainable HVAC installations. Discover the full product range tailored to your needs.

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Pipe & Ductwork insulation CPD

Verified by The CPD Certification Service and CIBSE, this online or in person 45-minute CPD goes through how to specify insulation to meet stakeholders needs, provide the tools and knowledge for calculating thickness and help ensure project requirements are met for pipe & ductwork insulation.

For example:

  • Regulations and certification for manufactures
  •  BS 5970 for site install and BS 5422 thickness guide for insulation
  •  Product and material fire safety
  •  Corrosion protection and health risk information
  •  Project specification tools

Pipe insulation Calculations with PAROC® Calculus

PAROC® Calculus is a digital tool that you can use for pipe insulation calculations in HVAC pipe applications. It helps you choose the right pipe insulation thickness to reduce heat loss, control surface temperatures, and secure efficient piping systems.

Why should you use PAROC® Calculus for pipe insulation calculations?

PAROC® Calculus supports designing energy-efficient and compliant pipe insulation solutions—helping reduce costs, improve performance, and ensure safety in piping systems. 

Which PAROC® Hvac Pipe insulation Products are included in the PAROC® Calculus tool for pipe insulation calculations? 

PAROC® Calculus supports calculations for a range of PAROC products including PAROC® Hvac Section AluCoat T.

PAROC® Calculus 

PAROC® Calculus is a technical insulation calculation program for dimensioning thermal insulation for various applications in the HVAC and Process industries.

PAROC® Calculus features:
  • Easy-to-use interface; works on PCs, tablets, and cellphones.
  • Calculations of heat losses, surface temperatures, and temperature drop in pipes, ventilation ducts, process industry tanks, valves, and flanges. 
  • Simple input of pipe diameters and duct dimensions (predefined).
  • Correcting for thermal bridges of pipe and duct suspensions.
  • Print calculations as a PDF. Multiple simultaneous printouts in PDF are possible.
  • Saving projects and customizations (for registered users).
  • Calculations based on the ISO 12241:2022 standard

Screenshot of Paroc Calculus software interface showing insulation calculation results for HVAC applications

Tools and Documents

Installation guidelines

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Certificate Search

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Design Guides

Design Guides
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Pipe insulation Thickness Guide

Technical insulation is not just about wrapping pipes or ducts – it’s a calculated decision that affects energy efficiency, compliance, and long-term performance. A small oversight in product thickness specifications can snowball into major project delays and expenses. This is why specifiers and installers alike need to prioritize accuracy and consistency from the outset.

At Owens Corning®, Paroc®, we understand how critical this aspect is.

That’s why we’ve developed a comprehensive UK Thickness Guide – a reliable resource designed to help you choose the correct insulation thickness every time, with confidence.

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