Heat tracing is a system that uses heating cables, sometimes also called heat trace or heat tape, to maintain the temperature of pipes, tanks, valves, and process equipment, as well as protect building infrastructure. These heat tracing cables replace heat lost through insulation to help prevent freezing and maintain consistent process temperatures.

Heat tracing systems can be used across residential, commercial, and industrial environments to maintain safe operating temperatures and prevent freezing. They are commonly found in power plants, commercial buildings, data centers, water treatment plants, chemical processing facilities, and oil and gas operations.

Common heat tracing applications include:

• Pipe freeze protection to prevent frozen lines and costly downtime
• Process temperature maintenance to keep fluids flowing at consistent operating temperatures
• Roof and gutter de-icing to reduce ice dams and protect building infrastructure
• Snow melting for walkways, driveways, ramps, and other critical surfaces

There are multiple types of heat cable technologies, including self-regulating, power-limiting, and mineral-insulated cables. Each option is designed for different temperature ranges, environments, and applications.

We offer Raychem heat tracing solutions, a trusted brand known for reliable performance across commercial, residential, and industrial applications. Our team can help you select the right Raychem heat trace product based on your project requirements and system design.

Selecting the correct system depends on pipe size, insulation type, required temperature, environmental conditions, and electrical availability. Our team can help evaluate your application and recommend the appropriate heat tracing solution for your needs.

Yes. At APPLIED Thermal Products Group, we also support our customers with heat trace audits, system assessments, field service support, training, and more. Contact our team to learn more or to get started.