Cut ’n Wrap™

Insulation Kits *
Cut Heat Loss.
Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions.
Wrap Up Energy Savings.
Safer Workplace.

*U.S. AND FOREIGN

PATENTS PENDING
Estimated $ Savings, CO2 Reductions, and Payback Periods
with Ever Green® Cut ’n Wrap™

FLANGES
Heat Loss Savings and CO2 Reductions with Insulated Flanges
Pipe Size, Estimated $ Value of Annual Estimated $ Cost of Ever Green Estimated Economic Payback Estimated Annual CO2
NPS, inches Heat Loss Savings Cut ’n Wrap Materials Based on Energy Savings, Months Reduction, Pounds
at 230°F at 380°F at 230°F at 380°F at 230°F at 380°F at 230°F at 380°F

2 $39 $128 $44 $46 13 4 459 1,491

3 $55 $188 $53 $56 12 4 646 2,194
4 $75 $263 $61 $67 10 3 872 3,067
6 $95 $362 $76 $84 10 3 1,114 4,222
8 $136 $488 $94 $103 8 3 1,591 5,697
10 $176 $597 $108 $117 7 2 2,049 6,966
12 $242 $811 $131 $140 6 2 2,827 9,461
14 $295 $1,029 $151 $163 6 2 3,442 12,004
16 $349 $1,194 $166 $178 6 2 4,070 13,929
Flat, per sf $35 $93 $15 $15 5 2 403 1,080

VALVES
Heat Loss Savings and CO2 Reductions with Flanged Gate Valves
Pipe Size, Estimated $ Value of Annual Estimated $ Cost of Ever Green Estimated Economic Payback Estimated Annual CO2
NPS, inches Heat Loss Savings Cut ’n Wrap Materials Based on Energy Savings, Months Reduction, Pounds
at 230°F at 380°F at 230°F at 380°F at 230°F at 380°F at 230°F at 380°F

2 $74 $277 $124 $142 20 6 869 3,236

3 $117 $404 $133 $213 14 6 1,307 4,711
4 $165 $570 $160 $213 12 5 1,925 6,657
6 $245 $894 $196 $302 10 4 2,863 10,431
8 $356 $1,210 $293 $471 10 5 4,156 14,118
10 $493 $1,617 $338 $551 8 4 5,748 18,867
12 $568 $2,243 $373 $640 8 4 6,629 26,175
14 $799 $2,984 $480 $818 7 4 9,326 34,828
16 $974 $3,533 $533 $1,084 7 4 11,362 41,229

Contact AMI for information on how these calculations apply to your facility’s system.

Since its founding in 1979, Auburn Manufacturing, Inc. has become a leading developer, manufacturer and marketer of
textile products for hundreds of extreme temperature industrial applications throughout the world, including welding
protection, industrial insulation, safety apparel, gaskets and seals, and other MROP and OEM applications. That
experience has led us to develop the economical and efficient Ever Green Cut ‘n Wrap product for facility steam
distribution systems.

In 2008 Auburn Manufacturing, Inc. was recertified to ISO 9001:2008.

 Introducing Ever Green® Cut ’n Wrap™ Insulation Kits 1

A new, faster and more

effective way to
insulate steam and hot
water distribution
piping system valves,
flanges, fittings, and
other hard-to-get-to
components.

The Cut ’n Wrap insulated covers can be easily custom cut to fit each component. Installation takes only
minutes per valve or fitting. And, since they are reusable, Cut ‘n Wrap is the perfect system for those valves
and fittings that require periodic maintenance or inspection.

Cut ‘n Wrap Features:
• Increases energy efficiency immediately, with paybacks
of less than one year
• Reduces Greenhouse Gas Emissions - Insulating 1 sq. ft.
of an exposed piping system with Cut ’n Wrap can
reduce CO2 emissions by more than 1000 lbs/year,
which is the equivalent of saving 52 gallons of
gasoline
• Can reduce heat loss by at least 85%
• Easy-to-follow installation instructions drastically
reduces installation time when compared to traditional
methods
• 1/3 the cost of traditional custom-made insulation
blankets
• Cut ’n Wrap blankets are 1/2 to 1/4 the weight of
traditional custom-made insulation blankets
• Can be installed by in-house personnel or contractors
• Removable and reusable — resulting in long term
savings
• Effectively insulates surfaces up to 500°F
• Flexible and durable modular insulating composite
Material Makeup
Cut ’n Wrap insulation covers are fabricated from
industrial-grade, coated fabric and insulation media. Both
materials are rated for at least 500ºF continuous service
and were developed to provide many years of effective
thermal insulation.
Technical Performance
The thermal textiles used to manufacture Cut ‘n Wrap are
considered the safest in the industry and are used for
some of the most extreme temperature applications in the
world.
• Flame Spread < 25, Smoke Developed < 50
per ASTM E84
• Thermal Conductivity Tested, per ASTM C335
• Fiberglass insulation core meets ASTM C553, Type VI
requirements
Thermal Conductivity Performance Results
Ever Green® Cut ’n Wrap™ Thermal Conductivity
Curve @ 1.3” Thickness per ASTM C335 Tests
0.8
0.7
K.Btu-in/hr-ft2-°F

material 0.6

• Resistant to water and oil 0.5

0.4
• Effective for both above ground and underground
0.3
piping components
0.2
• Protects personnel from hot surfaces and burns 0.1
• Greatly reduces mechanical and boiler room 0
100 200 300 400
temperatures for safer working conditions Mean Temperature, °F
• Can easily be double-wrapped for added insulation Mean Temperature (°F) Apparent Thermal Conductivity
value, where required or desired BTU-in/hr-ft2-°F
100 0.372
• Kit includes 4’ x 8’ cover and double-sided hook and 200 0.476
loop fastener 300 0.593
400 0.724
Ever Green Cut ’n Wrap is manufactured
Note: R-value at 150 degrees F mean temperature = 3.1
in the U.S. The insulation composite is
produced domestically and meets the
Buy American requirements.

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One or more U.S. and Foreign Patents Pending
 Real-World Results Make Specifying
In addition to extensive laboratory testing, Ever Green Cut ‘n Wrap insulation kits have been tested in real-world
environments. These include boiler rooms, mechanical rooms, and steam distribution centers. In each case, the existence
of exposed and uninsulated relief valves, flanges, valve stems, fittings, and steam traps were the root cause of excess heat
loss, CO2 emissions, and safety issues. Several facilities agreed to test, evaluate, and document Cut ’n Wrap insulation
covers for improved energy efficiency, reduced carbon emissions and lower heat loss in their respective steam distribution
and processing areas.

Once installed, estimated heat loss savings and payback were calculated using 3E Plus®2, a computer program developed
by NAIMA (North American Insulation Manufacturers Association), that incorporates ASTM C1129 — “Standard Practice
for Estimation of Heat Savings By Adding Thermal Insulation to Bare Valves and Flanges.” Additional measurements were
also made to gauge the reduction of ambient room temperature, as well as the surface temperature of the affected
components, both before and after the installations took place.

Test Site Results

University Campus - Steam Distribution Center

ISSUE: Worker safety and the reduction of overall heat loss in the steam distribution room

SITUATION: A university steam distribution center was undergoing a new installation of insulation to its piping and
equipment. Since the steam system was going to be operational before the completion of the thermal insulation, there
was a genuine concern for worker safety during that period. In addition to the ambient room temperature reaching
130ºF, the exposed valves and other uninsulated surfaces would be extremely hot due to the high operating
temperature (357ºF), and posed a threat to the insulation installation crew.

RESULTS: 12 Ever Green Cut ‘n Wrap insulation covers were installed on the valves in question. Although worker safety
was the primary objective, the added economic and environmental benefits of Cut ‘n Wrap covers proved to be a
winning combination. Post-installation analysis estimates the University will save an additional $12,900 per year in
energy costs and reduce CO2 emissions by 75 tons annually.

Summary of Estimated Environmental and Economic Impact3

Valves Insulated and Protected by Cut ‘n Wrap:
Nine - 8” NPS valves
Three - 10” NPS valves
Estimated Material Cost:
$6,233
Energy Savings Calculations:
Annual Heat Loss Savings: $12,879
Annual CO2 Emission Reduction: 75 Tons
Estimated Payback: 5.8 months

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The NAIMA 3E Plus® Insulation Thickness Software Program is embraced by the U.S. Department of Energy and is used as a tool in several DOE best practices programs
offered through its Office of Industrial Technologies. www1.eere.energy.gov/industry/bestpractices/software_ssat.html. The 3E Plus Program can be downloaded for free
from www.pipeinsulation.org.
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Based on NAIMA’s 3E Plus calculations, www.pipeinsulation.org
Cut ’n Wrap a Really Easy Decision
Medical Center - Mechanical Room

ISSUE: With concerns over increasing energy and operating costs, hospital officials requested an energy audit in an
effort to uncover waste within the building. While auditing the Boiler Room, 10 valves, ranging from 4” to 12”, and
one steam trap were found to be either completely uninsulated or not insulated properly. This was causing excessive
heat loss and high ambient room temperature, that was not only wasteful, but also posed a potential safety risk.

SOLUTION: Hospital officials agreed to install Cut ‘n Wrap insulation covers in an effort to reduce the mechanical
room’s ambient temperature, reduce energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions, as well.

RESULTS: It took less than 3 hours for a two person crew to insulate the areas with Cut ‘n Wrap. Total installation cost
was $2,675, with an estimated annual energy savings $3,900. The temperature in the room dropped 15 degrees after
the valves and steam trap were insulated making it a much safer work environment. For this particular installation, the
hospital will recoup its investment in 8 months.

Summary of Estimated Environmental and Economic

Impact3
Valves Insulated and Protected by Cut ‘n Wrap:
Ten - 4”-12”” valves
One - Steam Trap
Estimated Material Cost:
$2,675
Energy Savings Calculations:
Annual Heat Loss Savings: $3,930
Annual CO2 Emission Reduction: 21.9 Tons
Estimated Payback: 8.2 months

Municipality Armory Building - Boiler Room

ISSUE: During the heating season, a municipality maintenance manager noted a significant amount of heat loss
occurring in the Armory building boiler room. He also noted the piping system’s “touch temperature” presented
potential safety risks with municipality’s maintenance crew. The operating temperature was 230°F.

SOLUTION: A total of 22 Cut ‘n Wrap insulated covers were installed onto a variety of different sized valves, valve
stems, flanges, and tees. The goal was to allow for a safer working environment and reduce energy operating costs.
Installation took less than four hours by two maintenance workers.

RESULTS: Two workers were able to size, cut and fit all 22 fittings in roughly 3 hours. Total installation cost was only
$1,250, with an estimated annual energy savings of $1,365 for a simple payback of 11 months. The longer payback is
reflective of the lower operating temperature.

Summary of Estimated Environmental and Economic Impact3

Valves Insulated and Protected by Cut ‘n Wrap:
Two - 4” flanges Three - 4” valve stems One - 2” straight
Five - 6” flanges Two - 8” valve stems One - 3” Straight
Two - 8” flanges One - 4” tee One - 4” Straight
Three - 2” valves One - 8” tee
Estimated Material Cost:
$1,250
Energy Savings Calculations:
Annual Heat Loss Savings: $1,365
Annual CO2 Emission Reduction: 7 Tons
Estimated Payback: 11 months

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Based on NAIMA’s 3E Plus calculations, www.pipeinsulation.org
Disclaimer: Anyone intending to use the products identified and described in this publication, as well as the information or specifications concerning these products, should,
before using them, be satisfied that the products are suitable for the intended use and meet all appropriate and applicable safety and health standards. The products
identified and described in this publication will perform to any expressly indicated specifications only when properly used, and the user, not Auburn Manufacturing, is
responsible for their proper use.

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Mechanic Falls, Maine 04256
T: 1-800-264-6689 • 207-345-8271 • F: 207-345-3380
E-mail: sales@auburnmfg.com • www.auburnmfg.com

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