Insulation coverage system and method for inhibiting biological contamination
AssigneesJeff Rebholz, Carol Botsolas
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.
Claims21
A method for preventing biological contamination of pipe insulation in food processing plants comprising the steps of:
- a. applying biocide to the pipe insulation;
- b. covering the pipe insulation and biocide with a cover;
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- c. sealing said cover with a suitable adhesive such that said cover completely encapsulates the pipe insulation and biocide.
A system of covers for preventing biological contamination of pipe insulation in food processing plants comprising at least two thermoformed covers disposed over at least two previously biocide-treated pipe insulation, said covers completely encapsulating said biocide-treated pipes.
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