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Project Spotlight: Microgrid Power Generation

InsulTech recently was selected to provide thermal insulation blankets for the first intelligent microgrid in the Central Valley of CA. This program delivers sustainability and energy resilience with islanding and outage ride-through capability to Tasteful Selections, a leading supplier of bite sized potatoes.

For years, growers have had to overcome energy supply challenges, but now Tasteful Selections will enjoy energy independence. The microgrid will combine reliable firm power, clean solar power, battery storage and an intelligent microgrid controller that utilizes Concentric Power’s Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) and machine learning technology to proactively manage energy supply and demand to ensure the lowest cost energy resource is used at any given time.

As a result, Tasteful Selections will enjoy day to day savings and avoid costly operational interruptions caused by utility power outages and Public Safety Power Shutoffs. It is expected that the microgrid will help Tasteful Selections save upwards of 40% on energy costs and help guarantee that their bite-size potatoes will always be fresh. Combining 3.6 MW cogeneration firm power with 120 kW solar and 1.25 MW/625 kWh lithium-ion battery storage, the microgrid has approximately 5.0 MW total capacity with provisions to add additional renewables, including more solar and renewable natural gas. It is architected to create energy efficiency at every turn, from capturing and repurposing heat to optimizing engine efficiency and advanced load side management. The microgrid incorporates solar energy generation and battery storage to provide Tasteful Selections a pathway to net zero carbon.

InsulTech’s products improve safety and energy efficiency in the power generation systems used at this site.

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Service Spotlight: OEM Fit-ups

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InsulTech goes the extra mile to ensure a perfect fit for its thermal insulation jackets with its onsite fit-up service for OEM customers, which we provide free of charge. This critical process ensures that any potential problems with the design, like size, closure type, or placement of access points, are identified and addressed before mass production begins.
This proactive approach saves OEMs time and money by preventing costly delays and rework down the line. InsulTech prioritizes not just the technical effectiveness of their jackets, but also their ease and safety of installation for the customer's workforce. By considering the user experience, InsulTech ensures their products integrate seamlessly into the customer's operation.
Our commitment to customer satisfaction is underscored by their mission statement, which is based on the Golden Rule (Matthew 7:12). They believe in treating their customers with the same respect and care they would expect for themselves. This translates into providing products that not only meet technical specifications but also function well throughout their entire lifespan. By taking these extra steps, InsulTech builds trust and lasting relationships with their OEM customers.
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Project Spotlight: Data Center Thermal Insulation

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InsulTech recently completed a turnkey design-build-install project of thermal insulation blankets for an AT&T data center in Northern California.

This project consisted of removable T1000 thermal insulation blankets for the exhaust systems of generator sets deployed to provide power generation for the facility.

InsulTech’s design engineering team collaborated with the genset dealer and 3rd party subcontractors to develop the optimal technical solution based on operating conditions and geometries. Then, InsulTech’s field engineering performed site installation, including adding insulation blankets to the exhaust system within the genset hall, in the ceiling and on the roof.

Thermal insulation blankets improve thermal efficiency, noise attenuation and worker safety in power systems applications.

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Product Spotlight: T302 Direct Weld

InsulTech continues to invest in direct welded heat shield capabilities. These shields  achieve full encapsulation by through AWS D17.2 class A resistance welding to the metal substrate-- experience includes mild steel (expertise in castings), stainless steel and titanium.

This solution is suitable for harsh environments where minimal space claim is available. They also resist vibration, hold-up to pressure washing, and can withstand flammable liquids.

InsulTech is capable of producing repeatable conformity in components with complex geometries through in house tooling and fixturing.

InsulTech is currently performing this scope for land based military vehicle applications, power generation applications, and aerospace applications. This scope is being performed primarily in our Yuma, Arizona and Santa Ana CA, facilities.

Our QMS is AS9100/ISO9001 certified, and our welding program is Nadcap Accredited for Welding.  Learn more.

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Product Spotlight: T4000 Hard Shell

T4000 is our rigid sheet metal insulation shield product line, developed to address the concerns of the harshest environments and elements: landfills, methane gas, marine applications, and high corrosion.

The total encapsulation achieved welding foil skins using AWS D17.2 resistance welding is able to withstand liquids and lubricants.

InsulTech can provide coated products using we marine and industrial paint and powder systems.

InsulTech's in house sheet metal capabilities can support complex geometries and tight tolerances. Learn more.

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Project Spotlight: Data Center Power Generation Thermal Insulation

To support the surge in AI compute investment, InsulTech has continued to improve its capabilities at executing data center gen set thermal insulation projects. Areas of advancement include project engineering capabilities, continued investment in manufacturing capacity for sewn fabric insulation products, expansion of supply chain for key supply inputs and continued improvement in installation capabilities.

InsulTech offers single point responsibility for thermal insulation scope throughout the full project cycle. We supply detailed and timely engineering documents to support EPC-level milestones and submittals. We also offer competitive manufacturing costs at high quality and short lead times from our Yuma and San Luis Rio Colorado manufacturing hubs. Our field engineering by trained InsulTech engineers, technicians and certified associates, supported by mobile production capabilities.

InsulTech is the company to trust to successfully execute your project on time, on budget and at superior quality.  Learn more.

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Project Spotlight: Marine Carbon Capture

InsulTech is extremely proud for the opportunity to support emissions reduction in marine applications. These green-energy powered systems capture and filter exhaust from container ships, tankers and auto carriers, removing 99% of diesel particulate matter and 95% of nitrogen oxide. It then releases pollution-stripped gas that’s a mixture that includes CO2 and water vapor.

This incredible technology has the potential to drastically improve air quality in port areas, and mitigate the impact of the shipping industry, one of the world’s most significant contributors of pollutants and other harmful emissions. Tiny air pollution particles released from ships can get deep in lungs and blood when breathed in. This can lead to early death, more hospital stays for heart and lung problems, and asthma attacks. Kids, older folks, and those with heart or lung problems are at greater risk. Worse, these risks hit some communities harder. Areas near ports, often home to lower-income families and minorities, already face many pollution sources, hurting their health even more.

InsulTech designs, manufactures and installs sewn fabric insulation blankets for this vital application and we are thankful for the opportunity to be involved with this impressive innovation.  Learn more.

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Service Spotlight: Mobile Production

To support our customers’ time sensitive commissioning and test requirements,  InsulTech offers  mobile production services.  This service, operated by InsulTech Field Engineers and Installation technicians, allows for rapid modification of factory produced insulation blanket products.

Originally developed to aid marine engine OEMs overcome the challenges of International Marine Organization (IMO) Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) testing, InsulTech’s mobile production has become an integral part of many complex projects — from reciprocating engine sites, to turbomachinery applications to oil and gas and petrochemical plants.

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InsulTech Sponsors American Legion Riders 2024

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InsulTech is proud to have sponsored the 2024 The American Legion Riders – Post 19 4th Annual Helping Our Heroes Run. Over 100 riders participated in this event.

The focus of this event was to raise money for American Veterans, specifically for assisted living, food and clothing, and home repair (landscaping, air-conditioning, plumbing.

InsulTech was one of the primary sponsors, as well as volunteered to work the event, performing setup, assisting with registration, serving food, assisting with raffle and performing cleanup duties.  Other event sponsors include Boston’s Pizza, the Four Points Sheraton, Olive Garden, Hooter’s, IHOP, Inca Lanes, JMZ Drivelines and Auto, Liberty Motorsports, Lowes, Mazda Flight Line, AMVETS, AL Post 19, AL Post 20, Aresh and David Anderson, Amsoil Dealer Jason Keranen, and others.

InsulTech’s mission is, as stated in Matthew 7:12, to treat others as we would have them treat us. We believe that no American veteran should ever be without basic needs and we applaud the American Legion riders as well as all the Yuma business who supported this event. We are proud of the InsulTech employees who took the initiative to step up and support this worthy cause. Thank you.

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InsulTech Team at Yuma County Amazing Race 2024

On April 12, InsulTech Yuma employees participated in the 2024 Yuma County Amazing race.

This was a team race event. The InsulTech team competed against other local businesses and organizations, including: Liggett (Electrical / HVAC company), Yuma Humane Society, B&G Foods, Arizona Western College (AWC), Yuma Sun (Newspaper), Yuma Regional Medical Center, Culligan Water (Water conditioning), Crossroads Mission (Rehab Center) and Imaginary Friends (Graphic Design Services).

The teams were given staggered starting times and winners were determined based on time to complete the race course. At the starting location, the teams were given their first challenge. Upon completion of the first challenge, the teams were given a checklist of the ten locations they must visit in order to complete the race. The team will then drive to the first location. At each location, the teams needed to complete that location’s challenge. Once that challenge is complete, the location representative provided them with an envelope with puzzle pieces in it.

Once the team had successfully completed the challenges at all ten locations, the team went to the finish line. Before a team can officially cross the finish line, the team must complete a puzzle using all the puzzle pieces received throughout the race. Upon successful completion of the puzzle, the team’s time was recorded.

The event featured a reception at Julieanna’s Steakhouse where prizes were awarded. It was an awesome event.

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