Why Insulate?

Value

Investment

Environment

  • The most widely accepted benefits of insulation are energy savings and the resulting cost of savings that can be realized. Energy is often the most costly component in managing a manufacturing facility and its processes. Thus, reducing energy consumption reduces costs.

  • Insulation is a technology that can provide unrivaled rates of return on investment (ROI) and improve life-cycle cost. Yet, despite the overwhelming proof, insulation is often not considered from an ROI perspective.

  • A reduction in energy consumption means less fossil fuel is being burned to produce energy. The result is a reduction in the amount of greenhouse gases emitted into the atmosphere.

  • Most processes involve fluid, air, or gas, and are designed to leave point A at one temperature or pressure and arrive at point B at another. The initial design incorporates a series of engineering assumptions.

  • Do you want to start thinking “green”? Insulation systems – both individually or in combination with other building or equipment design options – can be vital to accomplishing your environmental stewardship objectives.

  • When was the last time you heard about mechanical insulation at a safety meeting? Insulation systems can be a vital component in applications related to life safety, such as applications for commercial kitchen ducts, return air plenums, protection of power and communication conduit trays, and other similar appliances.

Welcome

Who We Are

Founded in 1913, Insulators Local 34 is committed to delivering exceptional opportunities, training, and benefits to our members. Collaborating with elite contractors throughout Minnesota, Western Wisconsin, and South Dakota, we specialize in the installation of advanced mechanical insulation solutions for corporate and non-profit organizations. At Insulators Local 34, we do not merely adapt to industry developments; we lead the way. Our comprehensive apprenticeship programs and proactive outreach initiatives ensure that our highly skilled membership remains at the forefront of the latest mechanical insulation technologies.

Through extensive training and ongoing education, we equip our members with the practical and technological expertise necessary for success. This rigorous preparation enables our members to work safely and effectively in challenging environments, including nuclear plants, military facilities, manufacturing and chemical plants, retail centers, hospitals, universities, and educational institutions.

Forging Alliances

At Insulators Local 34, we are dedicated not only to training the most skilled mechanical insulation installers but also to creating business opportunities for our members. In May 2009, we established a strategic alliance with the National Insulation Association and the International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers. This partnership is focused on raising awareness of the significant benefits of mechanical insulation. Our outreach efforts include a comprehensive campaign that utilizes robust data and compelling financial arguments to engage potential industrial and retail clients. To date, this initiative has generated hundreds of jobs and resulted in the installation of thousands of miles of insulation, reflecting our unwavering commitment to the growth and success of our members.

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