High Temperature Pipe and Equipment Insulation

In this NAVSEA Phase II SBIR, Sordal Inc. proposes to optimize its successful Phase I research of high temperature insulation. The material has been trademarked as SOLREX and would be developed into neat sheet foam for thermal protection and noise andweight reduction. Also it shall be developed as foam filled honeycomb core for structural uses such as bulkheads, hatches and scuttles. Additionally, SOLREX would be developed for use as a repair insulation on board ship in a brush or spray-on application.The thermal stability of SOLREX shall be demonstrated to be reliable from -425F to more than +600F. Furthermore, this leading edge material will be tested to verify its low fire, smoke and toxicity (FST), zero flame spread and very low levels of gasemissions when exposed to direct flame. During this Phase II SBIR, Sordal will demonstrate the insulation material at the Great Lakes Naval Training Center or as directed by NAVSEA. After successful testing and measurement, SOLREX will be tested on boardship for sea trials (e.g. aircraft carrier or other class vessel). Once fully commercialized (Phase III), SOLREX would be a second source, USA based supplier for US Navy contractors to compete with foreign supplied polyimide foams.