Insulation coverage system and method for inhibiting biological contamination
AssigneeProto, Inc.
InventorsChristos J. Botsolas, Jeff Rebholz
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Abstract
A thermoformed PVC, modified PVC, CPVC, metal or coated metal cover, covering system and method is provided for covering assemblies of pipe and pipe insulation, hangers, support rods and mechanical assemblies wherein the assembly is biocide treated, covered by and completely enclosed by the cover, the cover is sealed in order to prevent bacteria growth within the cover while allowing a smooth outside surface for biocide application. The cover can be modified to facilitate the application of biocide after the assembly is covered by providing resealable openings in said cover.
Claims12
A thermoformed cover for an assembly to prevent biological contamination, said assembly comprising a clevis-type hanger and at least a section of pipe supported by said hanger, said cover comprising an interior and an exterior surface and further comprising a central wedge-shaped section for covering said clevis-type hanger, further comprising a top surface having an opening formed thereon and at least one elongated section for covering said pipe, wherein said cover entirely encloses said assembly, and said cover is sealed with a suitable adhesive.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.