Pipe freezing is an essential tool in the maintenance of all types of liquid storage, process and transfer plant. The range of applications in which pipe freezing can provide cost effective solutions is both extensive and diverse, from a small domestic water pipe to a huge commercial system, from a hospital heating system to a brewery bulk storage system, the freeze can be applied quickly and the results are reliable.

If you need to isolate plant or equipment, or simply wish to replace a leaking valve, the most practical solution to the problem in terms of time and cost is pipe freezing.

IRCAN technicians can quickly apply freezing jackets to the pipe upstream and downstream from the offending piece of equipment. Diameters of pipe up to 48 inches can be frozen using our standard range of equipment, and for larger or unusual applications special custom equipment can be produced economically.
The majority of liquids can be frozen and quickly form an ice plug which provides a positive seal against fluid flow.

IRCAN technicians can monitor the temperature and maintain the condition of the ice plugs while your personnel carry out the necessary rectification work.

The ice plugs can be maintained over a period of days or even weeks where necessary.