Following these strategies can save millions of dollars in unexpected maintenance activities and lost production.

Engineers and maintenance personnel often are faced with the question of elastomeric compatibility when heat transfer fluids are considered. 

Thirty years ago, heat transfer fluid (HTF) manufacturers would sell virgin fluids at inflated prices and dispose of the used thermal fluids without regard for the potential of remediating the used fluid. Times have changed.

Heat transfer fluid heating systems often are a critical aspect of many manufacturing processes. If the heat transfer fluid running through these systems is not properly operated, monitored and maintained, fluid replacement may be required before the expected fluid lifetime.

When designing liquid-phase heat transfer systems, much of the focus is on the furnace, heat exchangers and pumps. But, the expansion tank is a critical component that should not be overlooked.

In December, Process Heating hosted a webinar on “What to Consider When Making the Buying Decision about a Heat Transfer Fluid for Your System.” (If you missed it, you can watch the archived version on our website.)