Installation Manual: K-Flex in Clad System

Installation Manual
K-FLEX IN CLAD SYSTEM

Worldwide Leader in the production of Elastomeric Insulation for Energy Saving
GENERAL INDEX
1 - TOOLS
2 - TUBES
3 - ELBOWS
4 - “T-PIECE”
5 - FLANGES
6 - VALVES
7 - REDUCERS
8 - SMALL AND MEDIUM TANKS
9 - LARGE TANKS
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K-FLEX IN CLAD
APPLICATION GUIDE
INSULATION AND FINISHING
TOOLS
TOOLS
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INDEX Page
- K-FLEX IN CLAD Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 04
- The Applications Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05
- Application tips for K-FLEX elastomeric material. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 06
- Application tips for K-FLEX IN CLAD finishing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 07
TOOLS
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K-FLEX IN CLAD - ACCESSORIES
Complementary products for the installers needs.
K-FLEX ADHESIVE K-FLEX SPECIAL THINNERS K-FLEX MARINE Sealant

Specifically prepared for K-FLEX For cleaning the surfaces to be Indispensable for sealing the edges
elastomeric materials, it helps to insulated and the tools (spatulas of the joints in external applications.
TOOLS
securely join the seams and restore and brushes) used to spread the Resistent to the corrosive marine life
the technical characteristics of the adhesive. effects, it is ideal for offshore plants,
insulation. The glue is resistent to in paricular external installations.
changes in temperature, age and all
types of weather conditions.
K-FLEX TAPE IN CLAD Grey/Black K-FLEX IN CLAD INSULATION

Inorganic laminated, SUPPORT WITH OR WITHOUT
width 50, 100 mm COLLAR
length 25 m Available in standard thicknesses.
The tape is not adhesive.
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K-FLEX IN CLAD - THE APPLICATION TOOLS
Tools needed for the manual interventions of the installer.
THICKNESS COMPASS SCISSORS BRUSHES AND STAMPS

GAUGE to trace cutting for cutting shapes. SPATULAS for accuratelly SERIES OF OUTLINES FOR ELBOWS
to measure circles. for spreading perforating insulation external ∅ outlines from 17 mm - 5”
TOOLS
diameters to be adhesives. material. (See the ELBOWS section)

transferred on
insulating sheets.
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KNIFE FLEXIBLE TAPE PENCILS PUMICE STONE METAL TAPE

AND CUTTER MEASURE AND AND CHALK to sharpen to trim the ends of
for different types RIGID RULER to map out cutting the blades of knives. installed tubes and
of cutting. for measuring and lines. elbows.
as a guide for cutting SERIES OF CONNECTING SHAPES
and tracing. As a external ∅ outlines from 17 mm - 5”
guide for straight .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. (See the “T-pieces” section)
cuts one can also .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..
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SAND PAPER
use T or L shaped .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. For scratch the
... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... surface to be sealed.
alluminium sections, .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..
which give useful
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K-FLEX IN CLAD - APPLICATION TIPS
Some important tips for a correct installation of K-FLEX IN CLAD insulation.
Insulation of piping and ducts with K-FLEX elastomeric material

Before applying the insulating material, clean the pipe surface thoroughly.
Avoid applying the insulating material in presence of deposits or defects that may prevent
a perfect adhesion.
Should you deem it necessary, clean the surface with K-FLEX thinners.
NO YES
Always use sharpe blades to cut the insulating material cleanly and accurately, so as to
prevent any clippings or tearing.
TOOLS
Do not create tension while settling the elastomeric material on the side to be insulated.
Always seal the the joints of the K-FLEX insulating material with the correct K-FLEX
ADHESIVE.
Do not apply insulating material in the rain, in humid environments

or in the presence of humidity which may prevent a solid adhesion.
Never insulate installations and systems whilst in use. The blue lines
After having completed the insulation, before starting the indicate the joints
installation, check the strength of the joints. In the event of glued with K 420
losses, wait at least 36 hours before carrying out further checks. adhesive.
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K-FLEX IN CLAD - PRATICAL SUGGESTION
Some important tips for a correct installation of the K-FLEX IN CLAD finishings.
Application of the K-FLEX IN CLAD finishing layer

NO YES
Always use sharp blades to cut the insulating material cleanly and accurately, so
as to prevent any clippings or tearing of the finishing layer.
Always carry out overlapping against water to avoid infiltrations and stagnations;
TOOLS
for aesthetic purposes, face the overlappings out of sight.

For the application sheet use K-FLEX 420 ADHESIVE.
For fixing and finishings, only use the specific IN CLAD tapes.
The IN CLAD tapes are not adhesive and must be directly applied with K-FLEX 420 ADHESIVE.
For external applications, the edges of the fixings and the tapes must be sealed with marine
sealant. Before applying the sealant, use sandpaper to rub the area to be sealed to a width of
20mm.
The blue and
yellow lines
indicate:
Do not carry out the application finishing in the rain or apply the specific
insulation tape in wet environments or in the presence of humidity, which Glued overlapping
may prevent a solid adhesion. part of the finishing
Edge sealed with

marine sealant
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K-FLEX IN CLAD
APPLICATION GUIDE
INSULATION AND COVERING
TUBES
TUBES
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K-FLEX IN CLAD - TUBES
Insulation and covering.
All the operations described can be carried out with the selected insulation
material: K-FLEX ST or K-FLEX ECO
K-FLEX elastomeric insulation

TUBES
K-FLEX ECO elastomeric insulation
In the application sequence the

IN CLAD (Silver) sheet is represented.
The indications are also the same when using
IN CLAD (Black) sheet.
K-FLEX IN CLAD APPLICATION GUIDE
KEY OF RECURRING GRAPHIC SYMBOLS
Joints glued with K 420 adhesive
Edges sealed with marine sealant
Direction of movement with arrow:
to indicate the action carried
out during the application of the
insulation or of the covering
measurements to be taken
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Insulation with K-FLEX elastomeric sheets or tubes
Length of the insulation sections Application of K-FLEX

A)
elastomeric insulation tube
Cut from a K-FLEX insulating sheet a section corresponding to the dimensions
• Apply the insulation tube after cutting it
of the pipe to insulate and glue the joining edges with K 420 adhesive.
lengthwise.
• Close the tube again sealing the edges
Circumference of the piping
of the cut with K 420 adhesive.
TUBES
The laying procedure is the same as that illustrated
for the K-FLEX sheet (B).
B)
Place the sheet on the pipe and close the longitudinal joints. Press the glued edges
carefully together in order to obtain an even joint, without stretch marks.
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KEY K 420 adhesive Marine sealant Measurements Actions
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Insulation with K-FLEX elastomeric sheets or tubes
Application of two consecutive K-FLEX elastomeric tubes

Before applying the IN CLAD covering, it is advisable to carry out the complete insulation of a specific section of the plant.
TUBES
A)
Following the assembling procedure on the previous page, lay the next sheet section or insulation tube on the pipe. (double layer)
B)
Glue the joining ends of the two elastomeric sections with K 420 adhesive
C)
Bring into contact the two sections and seal the longitudinal joints carefully pressing together the glued ends in order to obtain an even result, without creating stretch marks.
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Application of the IN CLAD covering sheet
on K-FLEX elastomeric insulation
Application of IN CLAD covering sheet on an insulation tube
Length of insulation tube
A A)
Cut a section of IN CLAD sheet corresponding to the circumference of the insulation tube,
leaving 5 cm of abundance for the longitudinal overlap, and corresponding to the length of the insulation tube.
Circumference of insulation
TUBES
+5 cm
B
B)
Install the sheet on the tube placing the longitudinal joint
against the flow of water (the overlap and the part which will
be overlapped).
C)
Fix parts with glue.
C
D)
Close the longitudinal joint carefully pressing together the
glued edges in order to obtain an even result, without creating
stretch marks.
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Application of two consecutive sections of sheet.
A)
Install a section of sheet ( I ) following the procedure
illustrated on the previous page.
TUBES
I
Preparation for applying sheet II
+5 cm
+5 cm
Circumference of insulation tube + abundance
I
II
overlap of the ends

B)
Cut another section of IN CLAD sheet ( II ) the same as the previous one ( I ) but 5 cm longer
to allow for overlapping of the end.
Length of sheet II
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Preparation for applying sheet II
+5 cm
A1 A2
TUBES
+5 cm
A1 - A2)
Apply glue for fixing.
B)
On sheet I, already placed,
apply glue for fixing.
I B
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A)
Install sheet II so that it overlaps sheet I.
Always turn the overlap against the flow of A
water and out of sight.
B)
Close sheet II with controlled pressure to
obtain an even result without stretch marks.
apply glue for fixing.
TUBES
C)
Seal all visible joints with sealant. Before applying the
sealant, use sandpaper to rub the area to be sealed to a
B
width of 20mm.
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K-FLEX sheets with IN CLAD covering pre-applied
Application of IN CLAD covering sheet on an insulation tube

A)
Cut a section from a K-FLEX IN CLAD sheet corresponding to the circumference of the piping
to insulate,with an abbundance of 5 cm, for the overlapping of the edges.
Length of the section of IN CLAD sheet

A
TUBES
B +5 cm
+5 cm
B)
Remove a strip of 5 cm from the elastomeric layer
where the abundance is, leaving the IN CLAD sheet intact.
For the operation, make a clean cut in the elastomer and

remove the remaining material fromp the sheet with a scraper.
The illustration shows the operation for obtaining
the necessary overlap for the constrution of the joints.
• As a makeshift solution, without doubt less effective, cut a section of sheet without leaving an abbundance
and simply cover the joints with IN CLAD adhesive, following the specific appliance rules.
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Placing of the tube with pre-applied covering
A)
Place the prepared sheet on the pipe
to check the dimensions.
Turn the closure of the overlap
against water.
TUBES
B)
Glue the joining edges of the
elastomeric layer with K 420
adhesive.
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A)
Join the elastomer edges
using careful pressure to obtain an
even closure, without stretch marks.
TUBES
B)
Glue the which will be sealed together.
C)
Carefully seal the glued parts to
obtain an even closure, without
stretch marks.
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Preparation of tube II with covering pre-applied

A)
Cut a section of K-FLEX IN CLAD corresponding to the circumference of the pipe to insulate, including
an abundance of 5 cm to allow for overlapping of the longitudinal joint.
Leave another abundance of 5 cm on the side which will be joined to the tube already installed.
Length of IN CLAD sheet section

A
+5 cm
TUBES
II I
+5 cm
+5 cm
+5 cm
B)
Remove the two strips of 5 cm from the elastomeric layer
where the abundance is, leaving the IN CLAD sheet intact.
For the operation, make a clean cut in the elastomeric sheet

B The illustration shows the operation to obtain the
overlap necessary for the joints.
and remove the remaining material with a scraper.
As a makeshift solution, without doubt less effective, cut the sheet sections without leaving an abundance and,
after having glued the elastomeric parts, cover the joints with IN CLAD tape,
following the correct application instructions.
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Placing of tube II with covering pre-applied

A)
Glue the edges of the longintudinal joints of the
elastomeric sheet with K 420 adhesive.
B)
Seal the elastomeric edges.
TUBES
A
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A)
Glue the two elastomeric ends of the two tubes with K 420 and seal together (A1).
Glue the internal sides of the overlap and the end of tube I (A2) .
A1
TUBES
II I
A2
B1
II
B)
Push tube II onto tube I until the elastomeric heads, which should adhere firmly, come into contact.
It would be useful to make cuts in the overlap to facilitate the insertion of tube I (B2).
Fix the end parts of I to the walls of the female overlap of tube II. If cuts are made in the overlap it is neccessary to
seal the covering with IN CLAD tape applied with glue.
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A)
Glue the sides of the longitudinal joint of tube II.
B)
When installation is complete seal the longitudinal edge.
II
A I
TUBES
B
C)
For external applications, seal the visible joints with marine sealant. Before applying the sealant, use sandpaper to rub the area to be sealed to a width of 20mm.
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Pre-cut tube with IN CLAD covering pre-applied
The covering of the product is equipped with an overlap, with male-female extremities, to help
slotting tubes into others (AI). The pre-cut tube is also equipped with an adhesive overlap to seal the
longitudinal cut (A2)
A2 A1
A
A1 A1
TUBES
A1 B
C
B)
Open the pre-cut tube and install it on the section of pipe to
be covered.
When the K-FLEX IN CLAD tube is opened, the edges of the

internal elastomeric layer will be visible.
C)
The flexibility of the sheet allows the overlap to be folded back
in order to carry out the necessary installation procedure.
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A)
Glue the cut elastomeric edges with k 420 adhesive.
The operation can be easily carried out on a

work bench. In this case the K-FLEX IN
CLAD tube will be installed on the pipe
ready to be sealed.
B)
A
Join the elastomeric edges together using
appropriate pressure to obtain an even
adhesion, without creating stretch marks.
TUBES
B
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A)
Glue the overlap (A1).
B)
Close the longitudinal overlap, except for A1
the last part.
This action will be useful when inserting

the next tube. A
TUBES
A1
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A)
With the same procedure illustrated so far, place the next tube (II), with the male part turned towards
the female part of the first tube (I). In order to obtain a stronger grip it is advisable
not to align the two longitudinal joints (A1-A2).
B)
Apply K 420 adhesive on both the joining ends of the
elastomeric sheet (B1).
Glue the internal wall of the female overlap (B1). tube I
Also glue the end of tube II, which will be inserted into
the female overlap of tube I (B3).
A
TUBES
B1
C1
A1
tube II
B2
B3
C)
Push tube II into the female overlap of tube I,
facilitating entry by loosening the parts that have not
already been sealed (C1).
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B A
TUBES
A)
Close the female overlap onto onto the end of the male tube.
Lift the edge of the longitudinal overlap which is still
free, and seal it with the correct adhesive.
Also glue the underlying area.
B) C
Complete the closure of the overlap.
C)
For external applications, seal the visible joints
and the edges of the tapes with marine sealant.
Before applying the sealant, use sandpaper to rub the
area to be sealed to a width of 20mm.
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IN CLAD Black or Grey pre-cut tube with covering pre-applied
(the lack of a head overlay requires the use of the specific IN CLAD tape)
In the application sequence the IN CLAD (Silver) sheet is represented.
The indications are also the same for the use of IN CLAD (Black) sheet.
Preparation of a pre-cut insulation tube, covered with IN CLAD sheet. Sealing of the tube must be carried out on the pipe.
TUBES
The pre-cut tube is supplied only with an With K 420 adhesive, glue the pre-cut After having closed the elastomeric tube,
overlap for sealing the longitundinal joint. edges of the elastomeric tube to seal them. glue the underside of the overlap with K 420
adhesive...
...and the side to which it will be overlayed. Wait until the glue hardens adequately... ...and proceed to the final sealing of the
joint, applying careful pressure in order to
obtain an even adhesion of the overlap.
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Pre-cut IN CLAD tube with covering pre-applied
In the application sequence the IN CLAD (Silver) sheet is represented.
The indications are also the same for the use of IN CLAD (Black) sheet.
Joining of two consecutive tubes, already insulated and finished. The operation is carried out on straight piping.
TUBES
Glue the elastomeric ends of the two joining Bring into contact the two tubes and seal Measure a strip of tape needed to
tubes with K 420 adhesive. the two ends together bind the joint, plus 5 cm of abundance to
overlap the ends.
The elastomeric parts can be also glued together with bicomponent adhesive.
Apply glue around the joint of the tubes. Glue the side of the tape which will come Apply the tape precisely, without creating Seal the tape by overlapping the opposite
into contact with the tubes. stretck marks. ends.
The joints of the tape should be turned away
from the flow of water.
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K-FLEX sheet and IN CLAD covering sheet
In the application sequence the IN CLAD (Black) sheet is represented.
The indications are also the same for the use of IN CLAD (Grey) sheet.
TUBES
The elastomeric parts can be also glued together with bicomponent adhesive.
Glue the side of the tape which will come Apply the tape precisely, without creating
into contact with the tubes. stretck marks.
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K-FLEX sheet and IN CLAD covering sheet
In the application sequence the IN CLAD (Black) sheet is represented.
The indications are also the same for the use of IN CLAD (Grey) sheet.
TUBES
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K-FLEX IN CLAD
APPLICATION GUIDE
ELBOWS
ELBOWS
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K-FLEX IN CLAD - ELBOWS
Installation of pre-shaped K-FLEX elbows
Installing K-FLEX pre-shaped elbows is extremely easy:

A) Place the K-FLEX elbow around the pipe.
B) With K420 adhesive, glue the edges of the throat and seal them together them.
C) Having completed the installation of the elbow, proceed to the application of the tubes, gluing the joints with K420 adhesive.
ELBOWS
A B C
For the preparation of insulating elbows
by the installer using sections of K-FLEX
sheet, consult the relevant section of the
“K-FLEX APPLICATION GUIDE”
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Covering of elbows with IN CLAD sheet Black/Grey
How to arrange the covering shapes to form an elbow.

A) After having prepared an insulated elbow, pre-shaped or completely prepared by the installer, and having insulated the adjacent tubes, apply the covering
to the insulated tubes leaving an abbundance of 5 cm (A1-A2) to allow for overlapping the elbow covering.
B) Apply the segments of IN CLAD (black or grey colour) sheet on the elbow. For the correct type of shape see the example on the following page.
For the joints of the segments, overlap the abundances prepared in advance against the flow of water. For this reason the mounting sequence of the
segments is carried out
starting from the lowest part (see numbering 1-2-3-4, referring to a four section elbow covering).
A B 4
ELBOWS
3
A1 1
A2
When the elbow is placed on externally

installed tubes, all overlapping joints
should be turned away from the flow
of water.
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Which shape to choose.

The longitudinal joints of the elbow can be carried out in three different ways, with the relevant overlapping:
A) EXTERNAL-DORSAL joint
B) INTERNAL-THROAT joint
C) SIDE joint
Each of the three elbow types require different shapes, obtainable from the appropriate template.
ELBOWS
A B C
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How to seal the joints of the IN CLAD elbows

Each shaped segment should be sealed around the insulated elbow, using the overlaps already prepared.
Applying K 420 adhesive on the joining edges, the overlaps of the elbow and on the head (A-B-C),
A B C
ELBOWS
D
C) SIDE joint
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Seal all the visible joints and edges of the tapes with marine sealant.
Before applying the sealant, use sandpaper to rub the area to be sealed to a width of 20mm.
A B C
ELBOWS
C) SIDE joint
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Installation of K-FLEX IN CLAD pre-shaped elbows Black/Grey
The IN CLAD pre-shaped elbows have the IN CLAD covering sheet applied in segments.
They are all cut on the underside with an abundance to allow for overlapping of the covering sheet.
They also have an overlap for the closure on the ends.
INSTALLATION:
A-B) After having laid the tubes, install the pre-shaped IN CLAD elbow.
C) Glue the elastomer edges with K 420 (the detail in C1)
D) Close the elastomer edges.
A B C D
ELBOWS
C1
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Installation of K-FLEX IN CLAD pre-shaped elbows Black/Grey
A) Glue the parts.

B) Seal the throat, segment and end overlaps onto the tubes.
B1) The illustration shows a detail of how the throat overlap should be sealed: in B2 the overlap is sealed with glue.
D) Seal all visible joints and edges of the tapes with marine sealant. Before applying the sealant, use sandpaper to rub the area to be sealed to a width of 20mm.
A B B1 C
ELBOWS
B2
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ELBOWS
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K-FLEX IN CLAD
APPLICATION GUIDE
INSULATION AND COVERING
“T-PIECES”
“T-PIECE”
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K-FLEX IN CLAD - “T-PIECES”
Covering of “T-Pieces” with IN CLAD sheet
Which shape to choose
The application of the K-FLEX IN CLAD sheet on the “T-piece” sections requires the use of appropriate template to fit the shape of the connections.
The templates are available in standard dimensions of two specific types:
A) Template for connection with equal diameters.

B) Template for connection with different diameters.
“T-PIECE”
A B
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“T-piece” covering with the connection placed over the tube
A)
From a K-FLEX IN CLAD sheet, cut a section out with the same dimensions as that of the surface of the insulated tube, leaving an abundance for the overlap.
B)
Place the shape around the connecting pipe.The indentation should open up around the “T-piece”.
Glue the overlap and seal the logitudinal edges of the sheet.
With the same adhesive also glue the indentations onto the connecting tube.
“T-PIECE”
A B
abundance
Circumference of the tube
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- type no. 1, with side joint template.
A)
Using the appropriate template, draw the shape of the conection on a section of specific K-FLEX IN CLAD sheet leaving an excess of 5 cm for the overlap.
B)
Cut out the shape.
C)
Place the shape around the section of the connecting pipe. Glue the overlap and seal the longitudinal edges of the sheet.
“T-PIECE”
A B C
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- type no. 2, with front joint template.
A)
Using the appropriate template, draw out the shape of the conection on a section of K-FLEX IN CLAD sheet leaving an excess of a least 5 cm for the overlap.
B)
Cut out the shape.
C)
Place the shape around the section of the connecting pipe. Glue the overlap and seal the longitudinal edges of the sheet.
“T-PIECE”
A B C
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“T-piece” covering with the connection
placed under the tube
A) On a section of K-FLEX IN CLAD sheet, using the correct template, draw the shape of the connection, plus an abundance of at least 5 cm for the overlap.
Along the curves, form the indentation.
B) Cut out the segment.
C) Place the shape around the section of the connecting pipe.The perforation should open up on the connection.
Glue the overlap and seal the longitudinal edges of the sheet.
With the same adhesive also glue the indetations around the connection
“T-PIECE”
C
A B
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“T-piece” covering with the connection
placed under the tube
A) Draw the shape of the connection on a section of K-FLEX IN CLAD sheet a) with the same dimensions as the insulated tube, plus an abundance for the overlap.
Cut out the segment.
B) Place the segment around the section of the connecting pipe, overlapping it on the previously placed indentations.
Glue the overlap and seal the logitudinal edges of the sheet b).
B
A
“T-PIECE”
abundance
Circumference of the tube
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“T-piece” covering: sealing of the joints
Seal all the visible joints with the specific IN CLAD adhesive tape. The tape is applied with adhesive.
Seal the joints and the edges of the tape with marine sealant. Before applying the sealant, use sandpaper to rub the area to be sealed to a width of 20mm.
“T-PIECE”
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Installation of “T-pieces” with IN CLAD system
The pre-shaped and pre-cut “T-pieces”, have the IN CLAD sheet already applied.
They also have a longitudinal cut complete with an overlap for sealing the covering.
They also include an overlap for sealing the ends together.
A
INSTALLATION
A) Install the 3 adjacent tubes, leaving sufficient space to attach

the “T-piece”.
“T-PIECE”
B) If you want to make “V” shaped cuts in the covering of the

end overlaps, to help adhesion with the ends of the B
tubes, this operation should be carried out before
installing the “T-piece” and before applying adhesive
to the elastomeric sections.
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Installation of “T-pieces” with IN CLAD covering
INSTALLATION
C
C) Glue the ends of the tubes with K 420.
D) Glue the elastomeric ends of the “T-piece”.
“T-PIECE”
E) Attach the K-FLEX IC CLAD “T-piece”
placing the end overlaps of the “T-piece”
over the ends of the three tubes already installed.
Seal the elastomeric ends of the “T-piece” with those of the

tubes.
D
E
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Installation of pre-shaped “T-pieces” with IN CLAD covering
F) Glue the borders of the elastomer with K 420 adhesive.

F
“T-PIECE”
G) Seal the edges of the elastomer.

G
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Installation of pre-shaped “T-pieces” with IN CLAD covering
H) Seal all joints with marine sealant.

Before applying the sealant, use sandpaper to rub the area to be sealed to a width of 20mm. H
“T-PIECE”
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“T-PIECE”
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K-FLEX IN CLAD
APPLICATION GUIDE
FLANGES
FLANGES
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K-FLEX IN CLAD - FLANGES
Installation of “T-pieces” with IN CLAD covering
Covering of adjacent tubes
• Prepare two IN CLAD sheet sections (a-b) of a width corresponding to the

surface of the adjacent insulated tubes, plus the correct abundances of 5 cm
for the overlap, and cut out the indentation on the side which comes into
contact with the flange.
•Wrap the two sections around the insulated tubes resting the indentation
against the flange disks, in order to obtain perfect adhesion.
FLANGES
•With the correct adhesive, glue the longitudinal overlap(c) and the indentation
which is in contact with the flange(d), away from the flow of water.
a b
abundance
c c
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Covering of flanges installed on horizontal pipes
Covering of the lateral disks
A) Prepare two equal sections of IN CLAD sheet

and on each one trace an indentated ring of a diameter
corresponding to the disks of the flange a).
b
The diameter b) defines the limit of the external profile
of the indentations.
The diameter of the hole c) corresponds to that of the
pipe already covered on which the indentated ring
should be installed. A c
FLANGES
The tracing should include a cut d) for easy installation
of the rings on the respective tube.
d
B) After having cut out the shape of each ring,
place it on the respective pipe so that it adheres to the
disk of the flange and covers the indentation of the
sheet previously installed on the tube.
a
C
B b a c
C) On parts which come into
contact with the flange, seal
the disk with the correct glue
all along the circumferences
and where cuts have been
made.
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Covering of the flange body

A) Glue theindentations with the correct adhesive, bend them along the circumference
and seal them on the body of the flange
A
a1
B) Cut a section of K-FLEX IN CLAD sheet
FLANGES
of a dimension calculated to cover the

external part of the valve’s body, covering the
identations.
The covering sheet should have an excess to
serve as the overlap (b1).
Apply the sheet section around the valve’s

body with the overlapping edge turned
against the flow of water. B
Glue the joints with the correct adhesive (b2).
b2
b1
abundance
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Covering of the flange body
A) If necessary, seal the joints with the

specific IN CLAD tape secured with glue.
FLANGES
B) Seal the edges of all joints and tape with
marine sealant. Before applying the sealant,
use sandpaper to rub the area to be sealed
to a width of 20mm. B
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Covering of flanges installed on vertical pipes
A) Cut a section of K-FLEX IN CLAD sheet of a length

corresponding to the surface of the insulated tube B C D
plus 5 cm of excess to overlap the joining edges.
B) Apply the indented sheet on the lower section

of the pipe and glue the joining edges with the
appropriate adhesive.The indentation should open up
on contact with the lower disk of the flange b1).
C) Cut out an indented ring (see reference on page

FLANGES
05) and apply it to the lower pipe close to the flange

disk, in a way that it closes the indentation of the
sheet previously installed on the tube.
A
d1
abundance
c1 - see pag 05
b1 d2
On parts which come into contact with the flange,
seal the disk with adhesive along the circumference
and where cuts have been made (c1).
D) With the correct paste, glue the indentations of

the ring and bend them onto the body of the flange
(d1 - d2).
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E) Prepare a strip of IN CLAD sheet corresponding to the circumference of the

valve’s body, plus 5 cm of abundance to allow for the overlapping of the joining E F
edges, with indentations on the upper part.
Apply the sheet around the valve’s body and seal the joints with adhesive (e1)
f2
e1
FLANGES
abundance
Glue the indentations and fold them onto the flange e2)
E) Prepare a second ring with internal indentations and make a cut to facilitate
positioning (f1).
Install the ring on the flange so that the internal indentations open up around
the tube which has not yet been covered (f2).
Seal the joints with the correct adhesive (f3).
f1 e2 f3
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G) Prepare a strip of IN CLAD sheet corresponding to the circumference of

the insulated tube, plus an abundance of 5 cm to allow overlapping of the
joining edges.
H I L
FLANGES
abundance
H) Apply the sheet around the tube, flush to the flange disk to secure
the indentations still visible in F).
Glue the overlapping edges.
I) If necessary, seal all joints with the specific IN CLAD adhesive tape.
L) Seal the joining edges and tapes with marine sealant. Before applying the
sealant, use sandpaper to rub the area to be sealed to a width of 20mm.
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Covering with K-FLEX pre-shaped flanges,
pre-covered with IN CLAD sheet
The K-FLEX pre-shaped flanges are formed by a sectioned body of
elastomeric insulation already covered with IN CLAD sheet, in black
or grey.
B
A
FLANGES
A) Glue the cut elastomeric edges with K 420 adhesive.
B) Apply the two perforated parts onto the flange, remembering that the
overlaps are part of the upper section, in such a way as to keep the
overlapping away from the flow of water.
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Covering with K-FLEX pre-shaped flanges,
pre-covered with IN CLAD sheet
C) Seal all the visible joints, including those of the preshaped parts, with marine sealant. Before applying the sealant, use sandpaper to rub the area to be
sealed to a width of 20mm.
D) If necessary, seal the joints with the specific IN CLAD tape. Seal the edges of joints and tapes with marine sealant. Before applying the sealant, use
sandpaper to rub the area to be sealed to a width of 20mm.
C
FLANGES
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FLANGES
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K-FLEX IN CLAD
APPLICATION GUIDE
VALVES
VALVES
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K-FLEX IN CLAD - VALVES
Covering of vertical valve
• Cut out the two sections of IN CLAD sheet for covering the two
parts of the pipe (1-2) leaving an abundance of 5 cm for the overlap.
• Install the two sections of sheet on the tubes, folding the

indentation on the upper and lower edges of the valve’s body.
Fix the overlap (3-4) and the indentation (5) with adhesive.
3
VALVES
2
4
5
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• Cut out a ring, the diameter of the cylindrical

body of the valve, with the external indentation
and the central hole corresponding to the
diameter of the tubes already covered (1).
1
VALVES
• Make an opening cut (1a) on the indented ring

and place it on the lower edge of the valve.
1a
Fold the indentations on the cylindrical body of the 2
valve and fix it with adhesive (2-3-4).
4
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1 4
2
a b ba
VALVES
c
2
• Cut out an indented disc (1) for the
finishing of the front part of the box ,with a
central hole corresponding to the support of
the manual control device (b). 3 5
On the shaped ring also make an
opening cut (c).
• Place the ring on the front of the stuffing

box and fix it with adhesive (5).
Fold the indentations on the cylindrical body
of the box and fix them with adhesive (2-3-4).
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• With the appropriate template cut out the finishing of the box body, leaving an excess for the overlapping of the joints. (1-2).
On the curved part of the shape make an indentation of at least 5 cm.
• Apply the shape on the box opening the indentation onto the body of the valve.
Fix the finishing with adhesive (3-4-5).
1 2
3
abundance
VALVES
c 5
5
4
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• Cut out the covering of the valve’s body (1), taking the measurements of the indicated diameters (a-b-c), and leave an abundance for the overlap of the joints .
On the corresponding side on the upper part, add the indentation. Make an opening cut in the shape (d) to allow for installation.
• Place the shape around the valve’s body, folding the indentation on the upper part (2)
• Fix the finishing parts with adhesive (3-4).
2 3 4
VALVES
5
a b
c
d b a
abundance
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a
• Measure the indicated diameters (a-b) and trace a ring on a section b
of IN CLAD sheet for the finishing of the upper part of the valve’s body.
Cut out the ring and make an opening cut. (c).
VALVES
• Apply the ring on the upper part of the valve’s body

and fix it with adhesive.
• If necessary and possible, subsequently fix the joints

with the specific IN CLAD tape, applied with adhesive.
b c
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Finishing of vertical valve
• Seal the joints with marine sealant.

Where the specific IN CLAD tape has been used, seal their edges with
marine sealant. Before applying the sealant, use sandpaper to rub the
area to be sealed to a width of 20mm.
VALVES
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Valve covering with valve box facing downwards
1) Cut out two section of IN CLAD sheet ( I - II ) of a length corresponding to the circumference of the staight insulated tubes (a).
Make indentations along the side that will be placed on the valve, with an abundance of 5 cm for the overlapping of the longitudinal joints.
2) Apply each sections on its respective tube with the identations folded onto the external flange disks of the valve’s body (b)
The longitudinal joints should be turned away from the flow of water (c), and the indentations should be sealed with adhesive.
1 2
b b
VALVES
I II
II
b b
circumference of the tube
abundance
b b
I
c c a
abundance
b b
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1) Measure the diameters indicated (a-b) and cut out the two flange covering rings of the valve’s body, complete with external indentations and an opening cut (c).
2) Place the two rings, one on each side (d).
3) Fold the indentations onto the valve’s body (e). Fix down the two rings and the indentations with the correct adhesive.
1 2 3
VALVES
b a
a
c d d
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1) Take the measurements indicated and cut out the shape for the front disk of the value box. Make an opening cut (d).
2) Place the shape on the front disk (2)
3) Fold the indentations onto the body of the valve box. Seal the indentations and the front disk with adhesive.
1 2 3
VALVES
a
b b
c
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1) Using the appropriate template (a) cut out a section of IN CLAD sheet (b) for covering the body of the value box.
Make indentations along the curved part and leave an excess for the overlapping of the logitudinal joints.
2) Place the shape on the valve box folding the indentations onto the valve’s body.
Fix the longitudinal joints and the indentations with the correct adhesive.
1 2
abundance
VALVES
circumference of the valve box
c a b
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1) Cut out the covering of the valve’s body using the indicated measurements (a-b-c-d).
Leave an excess for the overlapping of the joining edges. Make an opening cut (e).
2) Place the shape around the valve’s body, keeping the overlapped edges of the longitudinal joints away from the flow of water (f).
1 2
e
d
d
VALVES
c
circumference of the valve’s body
a
a
b
f f
Fix the shape onto the valve’s body glue.
abundance
c
b
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1) Seal the joints with marine sealant. Before applying the sealant, use sandpaper to rub the area to be sealed to a width of 20mm.
2) If necesary, fix all joints with the specific IN CLAD tape, applied with K 420 adhesive.
1 2
VALVES
Seal the edges of tapes with marine sealant.
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Covering of valve with valve box facing upwards
1) Cut out two sections of IN CLAD sheet following the dimensions indicated.
Make indentations along the side which comes into contact with the valve and leave an abundance for overlapping the longitudinal joints.
2) Apply the shapes on the respective tubes with the indentations folded onto the external flange disks of the valve’s body (d).
The longitudinal joints, turned against the flow of water, (e) and the indentations should be sealed with the correct adhesive.
1 2
b
VALVES
d d
II I II
circumference of the tube
f
d d
a
abundance
d d
I
e a
b
length of the tube
d d
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1) Measure the indicated diameters (a-b) and cut out two rings for covering the valve body flanges, complete with external indentations and an opening cut to facilitate positioning (c).
2) Fit the rings, one on each side, in contact with the valve body flanges.
3) Fold the indentations onto the body of the valve (d). Fix down the indentations and all joining edges with the correct adhesive.
1 2 3
d d
VALVES
a
c
b
d d
b a
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1) Take the measurements indicated and cut out, from a section of IN CLAD sheet, the covering for the valve’s body.
Create indentations on the inside of the hole and leave an abundance to allow for overlapping of the longitudinal joints.
Make an opening cut to help position the covering around the box (c).
1 2
a
abundance
VALVES
e e
e e
b 2) Apply the covering onto the valve’s body

turning the joining overlap against the flow of water (d).
b Fold the indentations onto the box (e).
Fix all joints and the indentations with adhesive.
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1) Take the indicated measurements (a-b) and, using the correct shape, cut out the covering of the valve box from a section of IN CLAD sheet,
Leave an abundance for overlapping the joints and make indentations for attaching it to the disk of the box.
2) Apply the covering around the cylindrical body.Overlap the edges (c) and fold the indentations onto the disk of the valve box (d).
1 2
d d
abundance
b
c
VALVES
circumference of the valve box
Seal all parts with glue.
b
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1) Take the indicated measurements (a-b-c) and cut out, from a section of IN CLAD sheet, the shape of the front disk of the valve box.
Make an opening cut (d) to allow for positioning.
2) Fit the shape onto the front disk of the valve box and seal it down with the correct adhesive.
1 2
VALVES
b
a
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1) Seal all joints with marine sealant. Before applying the sealant, use sandpaper to rub the area to be sealed to a width of 20mm.
2) If necessary, fix the joints with the specific IN CLAD tape, applied with adhesive.
1 2
VALVES
Seal the edges of tapes with marine sealant.
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Covering with pre-shaped and pre-covered valve
with IN CLAD sheet
The pre-shaped K-FLEX IN CLAD valve has an elastomeric body divided in two specular sections covered with IN CLAD sheet of either grey or black in colour.
1) Glue the elastomeric edges along the dividing cut.
1 2
VALVES
Install the two specular sections around the valve and

seal the glued elastomerci edges (2)
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Covering with pre-shaped and pre-covered valve
with IN CLAD sheet
• Seal all the joints, including those of the pre-shaped part, with marine sealant (1).
Before applying the sealant, use sandpaper to rub the area to be sealed to a width of 20mm.
1 2
VALVES
• If necessary, fix all joints with
the specific IN CLAD tape e seal
the joining edges and those of
the tapes with marine sealant
(2). Before applying the sealant,
use sandpaper to rub the area to
be sealed to a width of 20mm.
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K-FLEX IN CLAD
APPLICATION GUIDE
REDUCERS
REDUCERS
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K-FLEX IN CLAD - REDUCERS
Covering of reducers facing upwards
• From three sections of IN CLAD sheet cut out the three sections needed to cover the reducer (A1-2-3), leaving an abundance of 5 cm
for the overlapping of the joints. Sections 1-2 require indentations to help adherence to the respective upper section.
• Cover the first section of piping (B1), sealing the joining edges with adhesive.
• Cover the central section of the reducer (C2), sealing the joining edges with adhesive. Sections C2 should overlap the indentations of sections B1.
• Cover the upper section of the reducer D2), sealing the joining edges with adhesive. Sections D3 should overlap the indentations of sections C2.
• Seal the joints with marine sealant (E). Before applying the sealant, use sandpaper to rub the area to be sealed to a width of 20mm.
A B C D E
REDUCERS
3 3
It is important to closely follow the
described installation sequence of
the sections to face the overlaps
against water.
2
If the specific IN CLAD tape is

1
applied for covering joints, seal
their edges with marine sealant.
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K-FLEX IN CLAD - REDUCERS
Covering of reducers facing downwards
• From three sections of IC / IN CLAD sheet cut out the three parts needed to complete the reducer (A1-2-3), leaving an abundance of 5 cm for
for the overlapping of the joining edges. Parts 1-2 need the indentation to cling to the respective upper part.
• Finish off the first section of piping (B1) fixing the joining edges with adhesive.
• Finish off the central section of the reducer (C2) fixing the joining edges with adhesive. Part 2 overlaps the indentation of part 1.
• Finish off the upper section of the reducer (D2) fixing the joining edges with adhesive. Part 2 overlaps the indentation of part 1. 1.
• Seal the joints with marine sealant (E). Before applying the sealant, use sandpaper to rub the area to be sealed to a width of 20mm.
A B C D E
REDUCERS
3 3
It is important to closely follow the
described installation sequence of
the parts to face the overlaps
against water.
2
If the specific IN CLAD tape is

1
applied for covering joints, seal
their edges with marine sealant.
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K-FLEX IN CLAD
APPLICATION GUIDE
SMALL AND MEDIUM TANKS

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K-FLEX IN CLAD - SMALL AND MEDIUM TANKS
Insulation with sections of K-FLEX elastomeric sheet
A)• Trace the shape corresponding to the size of the tank’s curved base,
subdividing it into the apropriate amount of segments.
B C
Don’t forget to create in the central hole for the waste pipe.
• Trace the section of a single segment in full-size scale ,1:1 (a1).
Leave a sufficient abundance on the outer edge (a2) to accomodate
the roundness of the base.
B)• Cut out many segments of K-FLEX sheet, enough to complete the
covering of the base, and fix them on the tank with K 420 adhesive (b1).
• With the same adhesive, seal the joints between one segment and
another.
• If necessary, cut out and apply a joining ring around the waste pipe,
with elastomeric material (b2).
C) • Repeat the operation for the insulation of the cover, taking into
consideration any possible differences compared to the base.
The insulation of the

A
accessories on the tank
can be carried out before or a1 b1
after the covering of the
walls.
The installer will decide
based on his own experience.
The accessories, usually of a

cyndrical shape, are insulated
with appropriate sections of
K-FLEX sheet cut to size and
applied with K 420 adhesive. a2
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• From a K-FLEX sheet cut out the sections to cover the tank’s wall (1-2),
leaving an opening for the accessories.
• Apply the sections around the wall of the tank sealing them with K 420 adhesive.With the same
adhesive also seal the joining edges between the sections.
Using K 420 adhesive, seal the joints between the segments (of the base and cover) and the

sheet sections applied to the wall.
Pay great attention to the joints. A precise job without distortions during insullation will prove
invaluable when the IN CLAD covering is installed.
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03
Covering with sections of IN CLAD sheet (black or grey in colour)
A) • Trace the shape corresponding to the size of the tank, subdividing it into the B C
correct amount of segments.
Don’t forget to create a central hole for the waste pipe.
Leave an abundance on the outer edges large enough to attach the segments
to the wall of the tank a1).
• Trace the section of a single segment with the correct abundance to allow
overlapping of the joint (a2),
• Cut out many segments of IN CLAD sheet, enough to cover the base.
B) • Apply the segments on the insulation, and seal them together with their
overlaps with the correct adhesive (b1).
C) • Also apply the covering onto the joining ring around the waste pipe.
a1
A
b1
a2
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Insulation of the accessories

• From a K-FLEX sheet, cut out the sections of
sheet A-B to cover the accessories on the wall
of the tank.
All sections should be sealed with the correct A

adhesive.
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05
• From an IN CLAD sheet, cut out the sections to cover the tank’s wall, leaving the appropriate
abundance to allow for overlapping of the joints and the openings for the accessories which have
already been insulated.
• Apply the sections around the wall, re-covering the indentations of the accessories’ cover.
Seal the edges and the overlaps with the correct adhesive.
1 B
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As previously illustrated for the base of the

tank, prepare the segments of IN CLAD
sheet needed for the cover. A B C
• Apply the segments with adhesive, folding

the abundance over the covering of the wall.
• Complete the operation with the joining
ring positioned around the vent-hole.
• Also the tube should be covered,
remembering to turn the joints away from
the flow of water.
Fix the joining edges with marine sealant (C).

Before applying the sealant, use sandpaper to
rub the area to be sealed to a width of 20mm.
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K-FLEX IN CLAD
APPLICATION GUIDE
LARGE TANKS
LARGE TANKS
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01
K-FLEX IN CLAD - LARGE TANKS
Insulation of the tank’s wall

For the insulation of a large external tank, use K-FLEX IN CLAD
elastomeric sheets (of 1 m in height), cut the lengths needed to
exactly cover the circumference. (eg.: 40 sections of 1,5 m for a
circumference of 60 m).
Before applying the insulation sheets it is wise to carefully clean

the surface removing traces of dirt, grease and oil to ensure
LARGE TANKS
correct adhesion.
Place the sheet sections in a circular manner (a) starting from the
bottom and working towards the top (b).
Vary the arrangement of the vertical joints to absorp the expansion
of the insulation more efficiently.
Apply the next ring of sheets only when the previous
one is perfectly aligned and sealed.
The surface that comes into contact with the sheets should be
glued with K 420 adhesive.
With the same adhesive, glue together the edges of the adjacent
sheets.
Exert the correct amount of pressure on the edges, avoiding
tension and destortions, to allow for correct adhesion and a more
pleasing appearence.
At the top of the cylindrical wall apply sheets, cut to heights that
correspond to the tank.
b
a
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Insulation of the tank’s roof

• For the covering to apply onto the roof of the tank, use sheets of 1
m (corresponding to that of the covering sheet) in order to cover the
entire surface.
• With careful planning (it is advisable to prepare a diagram to

calcolate the correct dimensions of the project) the elastomeric
sheets can be placed in a practical way.
LARGE TANKS
• Place the K-FLEX elastomeric sheets starting from the outer ring
(a) towards the center. The rounded edges of the outer sections
should follow the curve of the tank.
• After having cleaned the surface of the tank, removing all traces of
dirt, oil and grease to ensure a correct adhesion, apply the sheets.
a
• Apply K 420 adhesive onto the surface which comes into contact
with the sheets.
With the same adhesive, seal together the edges of the adjacent
sheets.
Exert the correct amount of pressure on the edges, avoiding tension
and destortions, to allow for correct adhesion with a more pleasing
appearence.
• To avoid detachments and infiltrations, the insulation of the tank’s

walls together with the perimetrical joints must be carefully sealed.
The insulation of the roof must overlap the perimetrical insulation.
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03
Covering the wall of the tank

• For the covering of the tank, re-trace the plan
of the elastomeric sheets already in position.
Take the measurements of the elastomeric
sheets and cut out sections of corresponding IN
CLAD sheets, leaving the correct abundance to
allow for overlapping (a).
LARGE TANKS
• Apply the sheet sections in a circular manner b
(c) starting from the bottom and working up
towards the top.
Apply the next ring of sheets only a
when the previous one is perfectly
aligned and sealed.
a b a
• Glue the joints with the correct adhesive.
b b
• The overlapping of the excess should always be placed

above the underlying sheet to allow water to flow above
the joints ( ).
d • Leave an excess to allow for overlapping between
horizontal adjacent sheets
always on the same side to improve appearence b).
c
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Covering with IN CLAD sheet
Covering the top of the wall

• On the top of the wall an indentated ring must be applied • Calculate the number of IN CLAD sheet sections that will
to protect the edge with the roof of the tank B). be used to complete the circumference of the tank (C).
A B
C
a
LARGE TANKS
• Apply the sections of IN CLAD sheet

correctly joined by overlapping the
edges a), to which indentations should
be made and folded at 90° against
the top of the roof.
Fix them down them with the correct
glue (C).
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05
Covering the roof of the tank

On the roof, cover each K-FLEX elastomeric sheet, previously installed, with sections of IN CLAD sheet.
The example illustrated here shows how to cover the roof in a circular fashion, a) continuing gradually
towards the center, continuously overlapping the joints of the sections in an orderly and functional manner to
allow the water to flow from the centre of the roof towards the edges of the tank b).
• For the covering of the tank’s roof,
LARGE TANKS
retrace the pattern of the elastomeric
sheets already installed.Take the
measurements of the elastomeric
sheets and cut the sections of the
corresponding IN CLAD sheet, leaving
the correct abundances for the
overlapping (a).
•First place the outer sheet sections

and then gradually proceed towards
the center of the roof, overlapping
each sheet to those placed before.
In this way even the slightest
difference in level of the overlappings
will allow water to flow towards the
outside ( ).
• Fix the joints with adhesive.
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For the outer sheet sections it is necessary to protect also the the thickness of the curved side
with IN CLAD covering, folded towards the outside.
To allow the flow of the water out of the perimetrical edge, an extra abundance must be added (a)
including the thickness of the K-FLEX sheet plus an extra 5/10 cm needed for an adequate
overlapping of the sheet to the wall below (b).
If necessary, make a cut in the overlap (c) to absorb the tension of the curve. Glue the overlap with
the correct adhesive.
LARGE TANKS
c
c
b
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Accurately seal all the joints and the overlapping edges with marine sealant. Before applying the sealant, use sandpaper to rub the area to be
sealed to a width of 20mm. The duration of the covering depends very much on the care with which this operation is initially carried out.
LARGE TANKS
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Insulation and covering with K-FLEX elastomeric sheet
covered with IN CLAD sheet.
GENERAL INDICATIONS FOR THE DIMENSIONS SHOULD BE EXACTLY CALCULATED
APPLICATION OF K-FLEX IN CLAD SHEET Decide how many sections of K-FLEX IN CLAD sheet
ONTO LARGE TANKS: are needed to cover the circumference.
On the large surfaces of the tanks, the use of sheet Example; for a circumference of 60 m (a) you need:
should be rationalized first of all according to its 40 sections of 1,55 m (1,5 m working length + 5 cm od
dimensions. abundance).
Since it is supplied in rolls of 1 m in height, the sheet should
be used in sections of 1 m by X m in length.
LARGE TANKS
It is advisable to keep the length to a size as to allow for

easy manual control during installation.
Geometric precision is in fact of great importance whilst
working, in order to maintain even alignment of the joined a
sections.
The overlaying of joints between the subsequent sections
should always be prepared against water and in a pleasing
aesthetic way to create a satisfying end result.
K-FLEX IN CLAD: CONTROLLING MATERIAL COSTS
Another factor not to neglect is the remaining material produced from a roll of K-FLEX IN CLAD sheet.
Insulation with K-FLEX sheets, thanks to the abaptability of the material, always allows you the possibility to re-use the remaining material during a previous operation.
Example: from a roll of 20 m you can obtain 12 sections of 1,55 m with a left over of 1,40 m.This material can without doubt be used for the sections of
covering for the roof of the tank which has differing dimensions.At the end of the job, the remaining material will be very little.
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09
covered with IN CLAD sheet
Covering the wall of the tank
For the covering of the tank’s wall you need to prepare the sections of K-FLEX IN CLAD to obtain an
abundance of 5 cm to overlay the adjacent sections. a
Prepare the abundances on the lower side and on the right of the sections (a-view from the side of
the finishing).
Seen from the the elastomer parts, the right part appears inverted (b).
• Trace the two cutting lines on the elastomer and with a blade cut until making contact with the IN
LARGE TANKS
CLAD sheet.
• Remove the elastomeric part (5 cm) from the sides of the relevant abundance and clean the sheet of
the residuals.The operation is fairly easy and quick.
The section is now ready for application.

b
The sections of K-FLEX IN CLAD must be applied onto the wall of the tank with:
- K 420 adhesive
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Covering of the tank’s wall
Before applying the K-FLEX IN CLAD sheets it is advisable to
carefully clean the surface of traces of dirt, grease and oil to
allow for proper adhesion.
Place the sheet sections in a circular fashion (a) starting from
the bottom and working towards the top (b).
Vary the arrangement of the vertical joints for greater
absorption of the expansion of the insulation.
LARGE TANKS
At the top of the wall, a special operation is needed

for the connection with the roof of the tank, which we will
come to further on, when we have defined the application
method for the sections placed onto the wall.
b
a
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Covering of the tank’s
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a
a b a
b b
• The overlapping of the abundances should always be placed above the

underlying sections to allow water to flow above the joints ( ).
• Fix the joints with adhesive.
• The overlapping abundances between horizontal adjacent sheets should always
be placed on the same part, for practical and aesthetic reasons b).
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Covering the top of the tank’s wall
• On the top of the wall apply sections of IN CLAD sheet correctly joined on overlapping edges (a), on which will be made an
indentation (b) which will be folded 90° above the surface of the roof and fixed with glue (c).
The lower part should have an abundance for the overlapping of the underlying sections (d).
Calculate how many sections of sheet are needed to cover the top of
the tank.
b a a a
c
b
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a
b
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Insulation of the tank’s roof
• For the finishing to apply on the roof of the tank, use sheets of 1 m in
height (corresponding to that of the K-FLEX IN CLAD sheets) placed
to cover the whole surface.
• With careful planning (it is advisable to prepare a diagram to calcolate

the correct dimensions of the project) the elastomeric sheets can be
placed in a functional manner, to allow for gradual overlaying folded
LARGE TANKS
towards the external parts and to help the flow of water towards the
walls of the tank.
• Place the K-FLEX elastomeric sheets starting from the external layer
(a) towards the center.The rounded edges of the external sections
should follow the curvature of the tank.
• Place the sheets after having cleaned the surface of the tank of traces a
of dirt, oil and grease, so as not to jeopardize adhesion.
• The surface where the sheets come into contact with the tank should
be glued with adhesive (b).
Glue together the overlapping edges of the adjacent sheets (c).
In the joining edges of the sections, avoid tension and distortions,
to allow for correct adhesion and to add to its aesthetic value.
• To avoid detachments and infiltrations the insulation of the walls of the

tank must be carefully sealed to the perimetrical joint. for the preparation of the covering
The insulation of the roof must overlap the perimetrical insulation (d). K-FLEX IN CLAD sections see the
following pages.
d
b c
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Finishing K-FLEX IN CLAD covering sections
It is necessary to also protect the thickness of the curved side, turned towards the outside.
In order to allow water to flow out the external edge, it is necessary to allow on the curved side
another abundance (a) which includes the dimension of the K-FLEX sheet’s thickness
plus 5/10 cm needed for an adequate overlapping to the sheet of the underlying wall (b).
If necessary, make a cut in the overlap (c) to absorb the tension of the curvature.
Glue the overlap with adhesive.
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c
c
b
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Preparation of the internal covering K-FLEX IN CLAD sections
• Take the measurements of the

elastomeric sheet and cut out the
section of corresponding IN CLAD
sheet, leaving the correct abundance for
the overlay (a).
• Remove the elastomeric part from the a
LARGE TANKS
areas of the abundance.
• First place the external sheet sections*

and then proceed gradualy
towards the center of the roof,
overlaying every sheet to those layed a
before.
In that way the slightest difference in
level of the overlappings will allow water
to flow towards the outside ( ).
• Glue the joints of the IN CLAD sheet

with adhesive.
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Accurately seal all the joints and the edges of the tapes with marine sealant. Before applying the sealant, use sandpaper to rub the area to be sealed to a width of 20mm.
The longevity of the finishing depends very much on the care and attention with which this operation is initially carried out.
LARGE TANKS
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Disclaimer
1. This product must be stored in a protected location, where temperature conditions do not exceed the recommended limits for use of the product
and its packaging.
2. Storage (loading/picking/handling) conditions must be adequate so as to avoid any mechanical stress which may cause damage and deterioration
in the characteristics of the product.
3. Please Ensure that the product never comes into contact with any aggressive substances, either during storage or when being handled, such as - in
particular, but by no means exclusively - benzoic acid, carbon tetrachloride, Decalin.
4. In the event of spillage and eventual disposal of the product, please refer to the relevant Material Safety Data Sheet.
5. Product installation should be carried out in line with the manufactures installation manual. (K-Flex IN CLAD INSTRUCTON MANUAL)
6. Attention should be paid to the technical specification of the product in relation to the environment which it is to be installed and operated in.
7. The product should always be installed using the accessories and finishing products specially developed and approved by K-FLEX. Under no cir-
cumstances should products be used which have not been specified by K-FLEX (e.g., glues, adhesives, sealants, silicones, solvents, abrasives,
mastics, etc.).
8. During pattern making, cutting and installation of the product, it is important that the material is not subject to temperature variations in excess of
5°C, as possible distortion of the product may occur.
9. K-FLEX recommends that the preparation of the product is carried out in the vicinity of the final installation.
10. During installation, the product must not be mechanically stressed with loads likely to produce a state of stress above the limits given in the product
specification.
11. Ambient temperatures above 30°C the product will become more flexible. Therefore it is advised that the product should not be left in direct sunlight
and / or high ambient temperatures before installation.
12. Installation of the product can be carried out in a wide range of temperatures; due to potentially large differentials in temperature from manufac-
ture, some shrinkage might become evident in the direction of lamination. This is quite normal, but should be taken into consideration during the
installation.
INT_Man_IN CLAD_1013
Via Leonardo da Vinci, 36 - 20877 Roncello (MB) - Italy

tel. +39 039.6824.1 - fax: +39 039.6824560
info: international@isolante.com

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K-FLEX IN CLAD SYSTEM

K-FLEX ADHESIVE K-FLEX SPECIAL THINNERS K-FLEX MARINE Sealant

K-FLEX TAPE IN CLAD Grey/Black K-FLEX IN CLAD INSULATION

THICKNESS COMPASS SCISSORS BRUSHES AND STAMPS

diameters to be adhesives. material. (See the ELBOWS section)

KNIFE FLEXIBLE TAPE PENCILS PUMICE STONE METAL TAPE

Insulation of piping and ducts with K-FLEX elastomeric material

Do not apply insulating material in the rain, in humid environments

Application of the K-FLEX IN CLAD finishing layer

for aesthetic purposes, face the overlappings out of sight.

Edge sealed with

K-FLEX elastomeric insulation

K-FLEX ECO elastomeric insulation

In the application sequence the

Length of the insulation sections Application of K-FLEX

of the cut with K 420 adhesive.

Application of two consecutive K-FLEX elastomeric tubes

overlap of the ends

Application of IN CLAD covering sheet on an insulation tube

Length of the section of IN CLAD sheet

For the operation, make a clean cut in the elastomer and

Placing of the tube with pre-applied covering

Preparation of tube II with covering pre-applied

Length of IN CLAD sheet section

For the operation, make a clean cut in the elastomeric sheet

Placing of tube II with covering pre-applied

When the K-FLEX IN CLAD tube is opened, the edges of the

The operation can be easily carried out on a

This action will be useful when inserting

Installing K-FLEX pre-shaped elbows is extremely easy:

How to arrange the covering shapes to form an elbow.

When the elbow is placed on externally

Which shape to choose.

How to seal the joints of the IN CLAD elbows

A) Glue the parts.

Which shape to choose

A) Template for connection with equal diameters.

A) Install the 3 adjacent tubes, leaving sufficient space to attach

B) If you want to make “V” shaped cuts in the covering of the

D) Glue the elastomeric ends of the “T-piece”.

Seal the elastomeric ends of the “T-piece” with those of the

F) Glue the borders of the elastomer with K 420 adhesive.

G) Seal the edges of the elastomer.

H) Seal all joints with marine sealant.

Covering of adjacent tubes

• Prepare two IN CLAD sheet sections (a-b) of a width corresponding to the

Covering of the lateral disks

A) Prepare two equal sections of IN CLAD sheet

Covering of the flange body

of a dimension calculated to cover the

Apply the sheet section around the valve’s

Covering of the flange body

A) If necessary, seal the joints with the

A) Cut a section of K-FLEX IN CLAD sheet of a length

B) Apply the indented sheet on the lower section

C) Cut out an indented ring (see reference on page

05) and apply it to the lower pipe close to the flange