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Uponor Ecoflex VIP is the next generation of pre-insulated pipes for outdoor pipe insulation

The new standard for local and district heating networks with outdoor pipe insulation: Ecoflex VIP combines the best heat loss performance for flexible foam insulation pipes on the market with outstanding flexibility. By adapting the groundbreaking Vacuum Insulated Panel (VIP) technology, heat losses can be reduced by up to 60%. The flexible design and small diameter help to reduce the installation time of the pipes by up to 20% compared to hard foam insulated flexible pipes, and by more than double compared to steel pipes.

Product features and product design

Product design

  1. Jacket pipe:  Extremely flexible and durable
  2. Soft insulation: Flexible and easy to install
  3. VIP insulation: Outstanding insulation performance
  4. Centring profile: Clear identification of flow & return pipe
  5. PE-Xa service pipe: The most robust pipe available
Ecoflex VIP layers

Product features

  • System for hot water, warm tap water or cooling water
  • Single or Twin pipes
  • Operating pressure: 6 or 10 bar
  • Max. operation temperature: 95°C
Uponor Ecoflex VIP with outdoor pipe insulation

Features for Ecoflex VIP (Vacuum Insulated Panel)

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Installation of Ecoflex VIP pipes

warm tap water connection

From design to installation

  • Faster installation and less on-site disruption
  • Savings of up to 60% in installation time compared to steel pipes, and up to 20% compared to hard PUR foam pre-insulated flexible pipes
  • Easier handling, even in confined spaces
  • Ecoflex VIP is compatible with all Ecoflex accessories and fittings

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Design support

  • Design support
  • AutoCAD plugin software for easy design or networks and installations

Heat loss calculation

  • Request heat loss calculation for Uponor Ecoflex VIP

Onsite delivery

  • Good availability of complete system
  • Direct deliveries to the site

Installation support

  • Installation support on site

Uponor Campus - Free e-learning course for industry professionals

Ecoflex VIP to solve piping industry challenges


In this course you will learn: 
  • General overview of local heat distributions
  • Specifications and benefits of a new type of pre-insulated pipe
  • How to design Ecoflex VIP (Vacuum insulated panels) and their benefits
  • References
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FAQs - Your questions - and our answers

VIP stands for vacuum insulation panels, which use silica filled core wrapped in aluminum hybrid foil with evacuated air. Vacuum insulated panel consist of state of the art insulation material with extremely high performance and already proven and reliable usage in different industries like healthcare, automotive, construction, and household appliances.

Thanks to the unique hybrid construction of incorporating, the innovative VIP technology provides Ecoflex VIP pre-insulated pipes with extremely high insulation performance and excellent flexibility.
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