Introduction
Energy efficiency is of great importance in today’s industrial applications. To reduce energy consumption and costs, while also supporting environmental sustainability, insulation systems need to be optimized. Generally, industrial facilities that require continuous insulation and need maintenance or optimization of existing insulation are the most efficient and suitable areas for these applications. In this context, the EN 17956 standard is an important tool for evaluating and classifying the energy performance of industrial insulation systems.
What is the EN 17956 Standard?
EN 17956 is a European standard that determines the energy performance of insulation systems used in industrial applications. As of December 1, 2024, it has come into effect in all 34 countries that are members of CEN/CENELEC, including Turkey. This standard classifies insulation solutions into energy efficiency classes, ranging from A (most efficient) to F (least efficient). This classification indicates the potential of insulation solutions to reduce energy consumption and CO2 emissions.
Scope of the Standard
EN 17956 applies to technical insulation systems for operational installations such as pipes, ducts, tanks, equipment, and embedded components in industrial facilities. The standard determines the energy efficiency classification of insulation systems for an operational temperature range of -30°C to +650°C. However, other insulation applications such as designing safe surface temperatures for personal protection and preventing condensation are outside the scope of this standard.
Benefits of the Standard
Implementation Steps
To implement the EN 17956 standard, the following steps should be followed:
Interpret the Results: Evaluate the maximum allowable heat loss specified by the standard for the selected energy class and other parameters.
Recent Developments With the “Energy Efficiency Class Calculation Tool” developed by EiiF, when you enter the energy class determined within the scope of the EN 17956:2024 standard, the operating temperature, and the shape/size details of the component to be insulated, the maximum heat flux density for the selected energy class and the approximate thickness required for insulation are automatically calculated.
You can obtain the necessary heat flux and thickness information for the targeted energy class for any component in your facility at any time from the INSPRO website at this link. https://insulant.pro/energy-efficiency-class-calculator/
Conclusion
The EN 17956 standard is an important resource for increasing energy efficiency in industrial insulation systems. The lack of reference for the design of insulation applications in industrial facilities has also been significantly addressed thanks to EN 17956. By complying with this standard, you can meet your energy performance needs, achieve significant cost savings, and contribute to environmental sustainability.
