Process Heating Magazine

Process Heat Recovery

Heat Recovery in Process Industries via Assembled-Plate Energy Banks

Close examination of wasted heat in process plants provides opportunity for an energy-recovery project.

January 12, 2021

At pulp-and-paper mills, drying the paper products is an integral component in producing the highest quality paper possible. The drying process consumes more than 60 percent of the total energy demands of the papermaking process.

IIoT

Increasing Thermal Performance for Better Outcomes

Operational, safety and maintenance data from devices and assets can be captured and centralized using low cost sensors and thermal process analytics.

Dale P. Smith, CMRP, Honeywell Thermal Solutions

January 19, 2021

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While programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and advanced controls proliferate in many industrial operations, thermal processes often are the exception that proves the rule.

Combustion Control

Improving Efficiency by Measuring Acid Dewpoint Temperature

Knowledge of acid dewpoint temperature improves combustion efficiency and reduces maintenance issues.

Derek Stuart, Ametek Land

January 5, 2021

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A practical knowledge of the acid dewpoint and its effect on sulfur emissions can better enable process heater operators to reduce maintenance costs, lower emissions and improve combustion efficiency.

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Industrial Thermal Fluid Heating

Equipment Overview: Heat Transfer Fluids (2021 edition)

Find mineral oils and synthetic thermal fluids, among others, using this comparison chart that shows key fluid properties such as flashpoint, pour point, bulk temperature and film temperature for nearly 150 different heat transfer fluids.

January 1, 2021

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In Process Heating's annual Equipment Overview on Heat Transfer Fluids, we have compiled all the data you need to choose a fluid that can take the heat - and move it to wherever you need it to go.

Looking Ahead

Linda Becker

January 1, 2021

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As we ended 2019, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 was already among us — though most were unaware. It was not yet holding the world in a pandemic’s grip.

Industrial News

Heat Exchangers Aid Exhaust Gas Heat Recovery

December 2, 2020

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Heat exchangers used for exhaust gas heat recovery need to be robust in order to cope with the physical and chemical stresses imposed on them from the exhaust gases, which are both hot and corrosive.

Industrial News

Research Laboratory Orders Composite Curing Oven

December 2, 2020

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A national research laboratory will use a vacuum-assisted composite curing oven to cure various composite parts. The 500°F (260°C) oven was commissioned by Lewco Inc.

Industrial News

Top-Loading Oven Used for Heat Treating

December 2, 2020

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A top-loading, electrically heated oven is being used for heat treating parts. The 500°F (260°C) electrically heated unit was supplied by Grieve.

Industrial News

Process Heating & Cooling Show Announces Education Program

November 18, 2020

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The education program for the Process Heating & Cooling Show includes industry leaders sharing their knowledge and expertise on range of industrial topics.

Industrial Heating Equipment

Fiberglass Cooling Tower

January 13, 2021

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Series FC is designed for outdoor use in industrial manufacturing locations and includes a 10-year warranty on the shell and a five-year warranty on the motor.

Industrial Heating Products

Site-Wide Operational Awareness, Supervisory Control of Heat-Trace Systems

January 17, 2021

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Users of the Genesis Network can monitor, maintain and troubleshoot heat-trace systems that include as many as 10,000 heat-trace circuits. The tool connects heat-trace controllers with the control room using wireless communications.

Industrial Heating Products

Top-Loading Furnace

January 10, 2021

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Model TL7-481818 heats to 2300°F (1260°C). Heavy-gauge, coil-wound, low watt density heating elements in six removable holders are controlled as three separate zones to provide uniform heating.

Industrial Heating Products

Hybridized Radio Frequency/Convection Web Drying System

January 8, 2021

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Radio frequency (RF) energy can heat a wet substrate throughout its entire thickness with zero lag-time for thermal conductivity from the exterior surface.

Industrial Heating Products

Shelf Oven for Heat Treating

January 1, 2021

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The 400°F (204°C) electrically heated shelf oven can be used for heat treating parts. Installed heat input is 15 KW while a 1000-cfm, 1-hp blower provides side-to-side horizontal airflow to the workload.