At NANO TECH, our aerogel insulation products have revolutionized thermal management in the Oil & Gas Industry, where reliable, high-performance insulation is crucial for safety, efficiency, and cost reduction. Our advanced aerogel solutions are designed to meet the rigorous demands of high temperatures, pressure, and harsh environments, providing unparalleled thermal efficiency and long-lasting durability.
Explore how our products have successfully supported oil exploration, refining, and pipeline insulation projects, helping industry leaders reduce energy consumption, improve safety, and cut maintenance costs.
In oil exploration, aerogel insulation blankets are widely used for insulating high-temperature steam pipelines operating between 350-400°C. Traditional insulation materials can’t handle the extreme conditions in these environments. Aerogel blankets are a perfect solution, offering significant advantages over materials like silicate felt, fiberglass, and mineral wool.
Success Story:
A company adopted NANO TECH’s aerogel insulation for their oil exploration steam pipelines. As a result, they reduced heat loss by 30% and improved pipeline efficiency, significantly lowering both energy consumption and operational costs.
Key Benefits:
Reduced thermal loss during steam transportation
Thinner insulation layers, optimizing space
Lower pressure drop and enhanced pipeline performance
Aerogel insulation blankets are also extensively used in petroleum refining for insulating refinery equipment and pipelines. Operating temperatures can range from 200°C to 650°C, and aerogel’s low thermal conductivity allows for thinner insulation layers, enabling better space management and heat retention.
Moreover, aerogel's hydrophobic properties help prevent corrosion under insulation (CUI), which is a common problem with traditional materials. This ensures that refinery pipelines are protected from corrosion, extending the lifespan of the equipment and reducing maintenance costs.
Success Story:
A major petroleum refining company, switched to NANO TECH’s aerogel insulation for their refinery pipelines. They achieved a 40% reduction in thermal loss and extended the operational life of their equipment by over 15 years, reducing long-term maintenance expenses.
Key Benefits:
Prevents CUI and increases service life
Improved heat retention and reduced energy costs
Long-lasting, low-maintenance insulation solution
The Oil & Gas industry often faces several key challenges with traditional pipeline insulation:
Inefficient Insulation: Conventional materials are often too thick or ineffective, leading to high energy loss and increased operational costs.
Frequent Deformation and Settlement: Traditional materials deform or settle over time, reducing their thermal insulation effectiveness and requiring frequent replacement.
Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI): Many insulation materials absorb moisture, causing corrosion and reducing the lifespan of pipelines.
Short Lifespan: Insulation materials typically require replacement every 3-5 years, leading to additional maintenance costs.
NANO TECH’s aerogel blankets directly address these issues with their superior properties, ensuring consistent performance and reduced maintenance costs over time.
Our aerogel insulation solutions offer significant advantages that help tackle the challenges of traditional insulation materials:
Extended Lifespan: Aerogel's unique structure and water-resistant properties ensure a service life of over 20 years, far surpassing traditional materials.
Exceptional Thermal Insulation: With the lowest thermal conductivity of any solid material, aerogel helps reduce heat loss by up to 70%, improving energy efficiency and lowering operational costs.
High-Temperature Stability: Our aerogel products maintain thermal stability even at temperatures exceeding 650°C, making them ideal for extreme conditions.
Waterproof and Breathable: Aerogel is hydrophobic, preventing moisture absorption and corrosion under insulation (CUI), thus preserving the integrity of pipeline structures.
Durable & Flexible: Aerogel is resistant to deformation, vibration, and mechanical stress, making it ideal for long-term industrial applications.
Eco-Friendly & Safe: Our products are designed with sustainability in mind, offering a safe and environmentally friendly solution for high-performance insulation.
Are you ready to optimize your oil and gas operations with advanced aerogel insulation solutions? NANO TECH offers customized products designed to meet the demanding needs of the Oil & Gas Industry. Our expert team is here to help you reduce energy consumption, enhance safety, and lower maintenance costs.
Contact us today for more information or to request a quote!
The specific comparison with traditional insulation materials is shown in the table below
| Lightweight series | Nano Aerogel Blanket | Traditional insulation materials | |||
| Aluminum silicate | Glass wool | Rock wool | |||
| Thermal conductivityW/(m·K) | 25℃ | 0.018 | 0.035 | 0.038 | 0.036 |
| 100℃ | 0.024 | 0.05 | 0.051 | 0.049 | |
| 300℃ | 0.034 | 0.09 | —— | 0.091 | |
| Maximum use temperature，℃ | 650 | 800 | 400 | 400 | |
| Bulk density，kg/m³ | 170~210 | 120~150 | 40~60 | 100~120 | |
| Water resistance | Water repellency rate ≥99%, volume moisture absorption rate ≤1%, no special waterproof measures are required. The detachable thermal insulation cover has good thermal insulation effect and is easy to use. | It is not completely waterproof, and the surface of the protective plate needs to be sprayed with metal sealant for waterproofing. | |||
| Insulation of tees, valves, etc. | The detachable thermal insulation cover has good thermal insulation effect and is easy to use. | Spraying method or heat preservation box heat preservation, the heat preservation effect is poor | |||
| Compressive strength (25%) | ≥120Kpa | Felt products: Compression becomes largerPlate-shaped products: brittle and fragile | |||
| 1. Good integrity, good seismic and tensile resistance, no particle accumulation, sedimentation, etc. during use; 2. The shrinkage rate in the 20-year simulation test is less than 1%, and the thermal conductivity has no change. | 1. The material structure is loose, self-weight, equipment vibration, material water ingress, etc. easily cause the material to disintegrate and settle, and the heat preservation effect is obviously reduced. | ||||
| Others | The use of small thickness can reduce the insulation thickness of the pipeline, reduce the spacing of the steam pipeline, and reduce the area of the plant or the size of the pipe gallery. | The insulation layer is thick, and there are gaps in the lap joints. The higher coefficient of expansion and contraction can easily cause the gaps to become thermal bridges, which are more obvious after vibration. | |||
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