Date: 03/20/2013
Company: Aspen Aerogels
Source: MarketWatch
NORTHBOROUGH, Mass., March 20, 2013 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ — Aspen Aerogels has introduced a new high-temperature insulation for industrial applications. Pyrogel® XT-E combines the industry-leading thermal performance of Pyrogel® XT with new features making it easier to handle and install in refining, petrochemical, power and other facilities.
Pyrogel XT-E incorporates several customer-driven product upgrades including dramatically reduced dust for easier handling and clean-up, and convenient roll sizes for fast, labor-saving installations. The product retains Pyrogel XT’s outstanding thermal effectiveness and unique water repellency/breathability properties that combat corrosion under insulation (CUI), a common problem in industrial facilities.
“Pyrogel XT-E adds new features to the most effective high-temperature insulation material in the industrial market and improves our customers’ ability to use our product in the most demanding environments,” said Don Young, president and CEO of Aspen Aerogels.