Resources
The links we use on the job: data sheets, firestop systems, codes and tools. Canadian sites where the manufacturer has one. All links open in a new tab.
Insulation
Fibreglass
- Knauf Earthwool 1000° pipe insulationProduct page and data sheet. The ODs in our layout calculators come from this chart.knauf ↗
- Knauf data and submittal sheetsFull library of Knauf data sheets.knauf ↗
- Johns Manville Micro-Lok HPProduct page. Data sheets are in the JM document library.jm.com ↗
- Owens Corning Fiberglas pipe insulationProduct page for Fiberglas pipe insulation.owenscorning.com ↗
- Manson Alley-K pipe insulationAlley-K guide with k values, temperature range and fire rating (PDF).manson ↗
Mineral wool
Elastomeric
Jacketing and finishes
PVC fitting covers
Metal jacketing
Lagging and coatings
- Robson White LagLagging adhesive data sheet. Made in White Rock, BC.robsonthermal.com ↗
- Robson Flamex FR canvasFire rated lagging canvas data sheet.robsonthermal.com ↗
- Robson data sheetsAll Robson data sheets, SDS and LEED sheets, English and French.robsonthermal.com ↗
- Vimasco 749 Vapor-BlokVapour retarder coating, technical data sheet (PDF).vimasco ↗
Heat trace
Raychem
Raychem is now sold under Chemelex, formerly nVent Thermal Management.
- Raychem XL-Trace Edge data sheetSelf-regulating cable for pipe freeze protection and flow maintenance (PDF).chemelex.com ↗
- Raychem pipe freeze protectionXL-Trace system page with design guides, controls and accessories.chemelex.com ↗
- Raychem HWAT hot water maintenanceHWAT cable and controls for domestic hot water temperature maintenance.chemelex.com ↗
Fire protection
Listed firestop systems
In BC we need the ULC or cUL listing. Manufacturer tools also show US only systems, so confirm the Canadian listing in Product iQ before you submit.
- UL Product iQOfficial UL and ULC certification directory. Free account for full system details.ul.com ↗
- Hilti Canada firestopFirestop resource center: system search, Firestop Selector app, typical details, selector charts.hilti.ca ↗
- STI system searchSTI system search and submittal builder. UL and cUL systems.stifirestop.com ↗
- STI CanadaSpecSeal and EZ-Path product data sheets for Canada.stifirestop.ca ↗
- 3M firestop system selectorSearch by category or system number and build a submittal. US site, so check the listing carries the ULC or cUL mark.3m.com ↗
Fire wrap
Codes and industry
Codes and standards
- BC Building CodeBC Building, Plumbing and Fire Codes. Free to view online from the Province.gov.bc.ca ↗
- NECB 2020National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings, including pipe and duct insulation tables. Free from NRC.nrc.canada.ca ↗
- Codes Canada publicationsAll national codes and user guides, including newer NECB editions.nrc.canada.ca ↗
- ASHRAE standards previewFree read-only view of popular ASHRAE standards, including 90.1, plus addenda and errata.ashrae.org ↗
- NFPA free accessFree read-only view of NFPA codes such as 90A, 96 and 101. Free account required.nfpa.org ↗
- MICA insulation standards manualNorth American Commercial and Industrial Insulation Standards Manual, 10th edition. Paid.insulation.org ↗
Associations
Tools
Trade tools
We're not affiliated with any of these companies. Always work from the current listing and the manufacturer's instructions.