Abstract: Flat, rectangular composite insulation comprising two dissimilar insulating materials on a separate flexible backing material is described. At least one of the two dissimilar materials is rigid. V-grooves are formed in the dissimilar materials extending from the surface of the insulation opposite of the flexible backing up to, but not through the flexible backing. The V-grooving permits the rigid composite insulation to be fitted to a curved surface such as a pipe.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
May 18, 1992
Date of Patent:
May 10, 1994
Assignees:
Rock Wool Manufacturing Co., Mineral Products and Technology, Inc.
Inventors:
David L. Holland, Charles M. Nelson, Thomas M. Miller, Jay C. First