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Premium Nanoporous Aerogels, Vacuum Insulation Panels, and Engineered High-Performance Solutions for Electrification, Heavy Industry, and Low-Carbon Envelope Systems.

Henan Jutao New Material Manufacturing Base

Who We Are?

Henan Jutao New Material Co., Ltd. has been working for 10 years on thermal insulation solutions in Sustainability, we are the leading manufacturer and exporter of Aerogel material and Vacuum Insulation Panel to help solve challenges in resource efficiency, electrification, and sustainability. we are fully equipped to offer any size company with unparalleled product support and customer service.

We don’t just sell products. Instead, we are a knowledge-based provider backed by thousands of scientists, engineers, equipment, application and industry experts, and state-of-the-art laboratories dedicated to delivering tailored solutions for our customers from all over the world.

Mission: Provide Green and High-quality Materials That Can Improve Human Living Environment and Life Safety.

10+
Years of R&D Excellence
80+
Global Exporting Countries
<0.015
W/(m·K) Lowest Conductivity

Industrial-Grade Service Capabilities

VISION: Trust, Respect, Faith, High Standards. How we facilitate global supply partnerships.

Tailored Solutions

Custom geometries, custom encapsulation (aluminum foil, fiber meshes), and application-specific densities optimized for automotive battery spaces, aerospace engineering, or HVAC installation.

Fast Response

Integrated sales engineering support operating 24/7. Technical drawings, CAD adaptations, thermal simulation analysis, and raw material safety documentation delivered in under 24 hours.

Fast Delivery

Strategic logistics mapping from Henan, China, utilizing rail networks (Sino-Europe Block Train), major marine ports (Qingdao, Shanghai), and air freight lines to guarantee uninterrupted factory feedstocks.

Primary Material Architectures

Scientific breakdown of our core thermal barrier categories and their microstructural configurations.

Aerogel Insulation Materials

Aerogel insulation, a groundbreaking material known as the lightest solid on Earth, has been widely applied in construction for ultra-thin wall, roof, and window insulation; in industry for pipelines, tanks, and industrial equipment to save energy and improve safety; and in aerospace, automotive, and cryogenic systems to protect against extreme temperatures. It is also used in energy storage systems to prevent thermal runaway in EV batteries, as well as in specialized clothing and electronics.

Thermal Conductivity: ≤ 0.015 W/(m·K) to 0.018 W/(m·K) at ambient temperature. Under cryogenic conditions (-200°C), performance stabilizes below 0.012 W/(m·K), rendering it the ultimate choice for LNG terminal pipelines and transport vessels.

Aerogel Insulation Material Structure

Vacuum Insulation Panels (VIPs)

Vacuum Insulation Panel (VIP), a highly efficient thermal insulation material composed of a porous core and a gas-tight membrane to create a vacuum, used in buildings for walls, floors, roofs, and facades to provide excellent insulation with reduced thickness. Also used in refrigerators to improve energy efficiency.

Key Advantage: Eliminates gas-phase thermal conduction. In space-restricted applications like pharmaceutical logistics boxes or urban green construction retrofits, VIPs achieve R-values up to five times higher than standard polyurethane foams of equivalent thickness.

Vacuum Insulation Panel (VIP) Architecture

Aerogel Thermal Barriers

AEROGEL Thermal Barriers are ultra-lightweight, highly effective thermal insulator and fire-resistant barrier to prevent EV batteries thermal runaway and improve batteries’ safety and performance. Its nanoporous structure creates exceptional thermal resistance in a thin, compact form factor, which also allows for more space in the battery pack for energy storage. Key applications include insulating individual battery cells to stop heat transfer, acting as thermal barriers between cells and components, and lining battery enclosures for external protection.

Automotive Performance: Rated non-combustible Class A1/UL94 V-0. Even when battery cell failures elevate temperatures to 800°C - 1000°C, the silica or carbon-doped aerogel prevents adjacent cell heating, buying critical egress time for occupants.

AEROGEL Thermal Barriers for EV Batteries

Whitepaper: Industrial Integration of Advanced Nanoporous Barriers

A deep scientific exploration into thermal management dynamics, safety standards, and engineering performance parameters.

1. Global Commercial & Industrial Status of Thermal Barriers

As international carbon neutrality objectives (such as the EU Green Deal and US Clean Energy regulations) accelerate transition matrices, modern industrial designs demand far higher performance from insulation. Standard fiber boards, polyurethane foams, and mineral wools are limited by their structural bulk and high baseline thermal conductivity (> 0.035 W/m·K). In cryogenic lines, maritime logistics, and high-density energy storage systems, conventional materials are no longer sufficient. Aerogels and Vacuum Insulation Panels (VIPs) offer the thermodynamic solution.

In high-density battery architectures, cell-to-cell thermal propagation represents the single greatest risk vector. Lithium-ion pouch and prismatic cells are packed tightly to optimize volumetric energy density. Under extreme load, mechanical stress, or manufacturing defects, a cell can enter thermal runaway, quickly exceeding 800°C. Advanced silica aerogel barriers act as micro-scale structural insulation firewalls, limiting the heat transmission rate so adjacent cells do not reach critical ignition thresholds. This provides the safety foundation needed for modern long-range electric vehicles.

2. Material Performance Benchmarks

To assist project engineers and procurement managers, the comparative table below details the performance differences across high-performance options:

Thermal Barrier Class Thermal Conductivity (W/m·K) Operating Temp Range (°C) Fire Classification Compression Set (at 2MPa)
Silica Aerogel Blanket 0.015 - 0.018 -200 to +650 Class A1 (Non-Combustible) < 5%
Carbon Aerogel Sheet 0.016 - 0.020 -200 to +1000 Class A1 / UL94 V-0 < 3%
Vacuum Insulation Panel (VIP) 0.003 - 0.005 -50 to +80 Class B1 / A2 (encapsulated) Not Applicable
High-Silica Glass Fiber Pad 0.032 - 0.038 -50 to +800 Class A1 > 25%

3. Localized Applications & Environmental Scenarios

Advanced thermal barriers perform under diverse global environmental conditions. For instance:

  • North American Cold Chain Logistics & Building Envelopes: High-performance VIPs are widely utilized in urban retrofit programs across states requiring compliance with ASHRAE 90.1 energy codes. They deliver R-30 performance at a fraction of the wall thickness compared to typical insulation, maximizing usable interior square footage.
  • European Union EV Battery Packs: Designed to meet the stringent safety requirements of Euro NCAP and ECE R100. Carbon aerogel composites serve as compression pads that absorb cell swelling (breathing) over thousands of charge cycles while maintaining thermal runaway isolation.
  • Middle East Petrochemical Pipelines: Designed to survive high solar irradiance, humidity, and temperatures. Aerogel blankets are used under metal cladding to prevent Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI) because of their hydrophobic nature and high breathability.

4. Technical Roadmap & Future Outlook

The next generation of thermal barrier systems focuses on two main development paths: structural integration and organic-inorganic hybrids. Henan Jutao's R&D division is focused on hybrid aerogel-polyimide formulations that maintain flexibility while matching the thermal performance of pure silica aerogels. Furthermore, we are developing automated, inline-scanned vacuum verification methods for VIPs to ensure long-term vacuum stability over 50-year building lifecycles.

Another major trend is cell-to-pack (CTP) and cell-to-chassis (CTC) designs. These integration paths require thermal barriers to serve dual purposes: acting as thermodynamic barriers and high-strength mechanical components. By engineering custom fibers and adjusting matrix structures, our upcoming aerogel sandwich boards provide the high flexural strength and shear resistance needed to handle structural loads in vehicles.

China-Based Manufacturing & Global Supply Resilience

Our facility in Henan, China, offers significant cost and scale advantages. By integrating raw material sourcing with advanced supercritical drying facilities, we control the entire aerogel production process.

Raw Material Access: Leveraging China's abundant silicon chemical supply chains, we secure precursor materials (TEOS, water glass) at competitive rates, shielding global clients from pricing volatility.

Scalable Production: Our continuous supercritical CO2 drying lines enable high volume production, significantly reducing processing costs compared to legacy batch methods.

Quality Management: Henan Jutao maintains compliance with IATF 16949 (Automotive Quality Management System) and ISO 9001, ensuring every batch meets the exact tolerances required for industrial use.

Automated Quality Inspection at Jutao Factory

Product Engineering & Verification Showcase

A closer look at our engineered configurations designed for distinct thermal conditions.

Jutao Aerogel Blanket

Quality AssuranceAEROGEL BLANKET

  • Low Dust Aerogel Processing
  • Fire Resistance Class A1
  • Thermal Conductivity < 0.018 W/m·K
  • Thickness options: 3mm, 6mm, 10mm
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Jutao Composite Panel

Quality AssuranceComposite Panel

  • Dual Action Heat & Sound Attenuation
  • Full OEM and ODM Geometric Customization
  • Environmentally Friendly Precursor Chemistry
  • Integrated structural facing options
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Jutao VIP Panel

Quality AssuranceVIP PANEL

  • High R-value per unit thickness
  • Thermal Conductivity < 0.005 W/m·K
  • Engineered Service Life Up To 60 Years
  • High gas-barrier envelope foils
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Global Standards Compliance & Localized Engineering Support

Eliminating deployment friction by matching exact local design requirements.

Standard Compliances

Our materials are certified according to international standard protocols, including ASTM C1728 (standard specification for flexible fibrous aerogel insulation), UL 94 V-0 (vertical burn testing for EV cells), CE EN 13162, and RoHS Directive standards for hazardous substance restriction.

Direct Integration Support

We supply engineering teams with direct consultation, finite element thermal simulation (FEA) assistance, and custom dimension routing. We work alongside client designers to integrate insulation barriers seamlessly into battery housings or building designs.

Rapid Sample Prototyping

We provide rapid sample turnarounds, delivering customized, waterjet-cut aerogel pieces and VIP panel prototypes within 7 to 10 days, helping you accelerate prototype evaluation cycles.

Technical Frequently Asked Questions

Deep-dive answers to common engineering, procurement, and design queries.

Q1: What parameters make aerogel a superior thermal barrier compared to polyurethane or fiberglass?
Aerogels consist of an open, three-dimensional nanoporous silica network, with pore sizes (approx. 20-50 nm) smaller than the mean free path of air molecules (approx. 70 nm). This design suppresses gaseous heat conduction (known as the Knudsen effect), resulting in extremely low thermal conductivity values of 0.015-0.018 W/m·K. In comparison, polyurethane and fiberglass rely on macro-scale cellular structures, which yield much higher thermal conductivities ranging from 0.024 W/m·K to 0.040 W/m·K.
Q2: How do your aerogel thermal barriers perform during an EV battery thermal runaway event?
Our aerogel barriers are rated non-combustible Class A1 and UL94 V-0. During cell runaway, where temperatures can exceed 800°C, the silica or carbon-infused aerogel slows heat transfer to adjacent cells. This isolates the thermal event to the compromised cell, helping prevent cascading runaway across the entire pack.
Q3: What is the expected service lifespan of Vacuum Insulation Panels (VIPs) in outdoor building structures?
Our VIPs are manufactured with high-barrier envelope foils and an ultra-fine porous silica core. In typical building installations, they maintain core vacuum levels below 10 mbar for up to 60 years. While minor moisture and gas diffusion occur over decades, the silica core maintains its performance, ensuring the panel remains highly efficient throughout the building's lifecycle.
Q4: Can VIPs be cut or adjusted on-site during installation?
No, VIPs cannot be cut, drilled, or altered on-site, as piercing the outer barrier film breaks the internal vacuum, raising thermal conductivity back to the level of the dry core material (~0.020 W/m·K). Therefore, we provide precise custom manufacturing based on CAD designs to fit your project's exact dimensions.
Q5: How does Henan Jutao minimize dust release from its industrial aerogel blankets?
Dusting is a common challenge with silica aerogels. To address this, we use advanced surface-treating agents and composite fiber matrices during drying, locking the aerogel nanoparticles into the fiber web. Additionally, we can supply products encapsulated in glass fiber cloth or aluminum foil to ensure dust-free installation.
Q6: Are the raw materials used in your manufacturing processes eco-friendly and REACH compliant?
Yes, our raw materials are fully compliant with RoHS and REACH regulations. Our production processes focus on green chemistry, utilizing water-based silica gelation and recycling over 95% of the carbon dioxide used during supercritical drying.
Q7: What compression pressures can your aerogel batteries pads withstand in long-life systems?
Our battery compression pads are engineered to retain their insulating performance under pressure, showing less than 5% permanent compression set under 2 MPa of pressure. This resilience allows them to absorb cell expansion while maintaining insulation and support throughout the battery pack's operational lifetime.
Q8: How do you handle shipping logistics to ensure VIP panels are not damaged?
We use specialized shock-absorbing export packaging, reinforced crates, and edge protectors to prevent puncture or compression damage. Each shipment includes vacuum-monitoring test samples to verify cargo integrity upon delivery.
Q9: What options are available for combining aerogels with other structural panels?
We manufacture customized structural sandwich panels (JTS Series) where the aerogel core is laminated between fiberglass, magnesium oxide boards, aluminum sheets, or high-pressure laminates, providing high insulation and structural strength in a single piece.
Q10: Can we request custom-shaped vacuum panels for curved architectural structures?
Yes. While VIPs cannot be bent after manufacturing, we can fabricate curved cores using 3D molds before encapsulation and evacuation, providing custom-shaped insulation for curved architectural and industrial installations.

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