Guide to Fuel Gas Conditioning in the Power Generation Industry
Leave a CommentA fuel gas is a natural gas that is gaseous under normal conditions. In the power generation industry, fuel gases are most frequently used in boilers, reciprocating engines, fired heaters, and power plant turbine systems. This form of fuel also includes pipeline, refinery, lean, and wellhead gases, which contain hydrogen, hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide, and other […]
How Direct Fired Heaters Are Used in Different Industries
Leave a CommentDirect fired heaters create heat by burning oil, natural gas, or other fuels. The heaters have an insulated enclosure that uses the heat from fuel combustion to heat fluid-filled coils. Fired heaters are essential in many applications, including chemical plants and refineries, for efficient industrial process operations that rely on elevated temperatures. Direct fired heaters […]
Opportunities Waste Heat Recovery Creates for Industries
Leave a CommentClick to Expand Process heat is essential to many industrial operations; however, a significant amount of that heat energy is lost due to exhaust gases and steam, the heat released by industrial ovens, cooling processes, and as a byproduct of refrigeration. Instead of releasing it into the environment, this heat energy can be recovered and […]
Essential Components of Pre-Engineered Thermal Fluid Systems
Leave a CommentClick to Expand As closed-loop systems, pre-engineered thermal fluid systems provide a source of heat for various industrial processes. They achieve effective and efficient heat transfer through continuous fluid circulation. These alternatives to steam boilers offer optimal temperature control, reliability, and versatility, reaching high temperatures but operating at low pressures. They’re compatible with a wide […]
Why Use Thermal Fluid Heating Systems Instead of Water Bath Heaters?
Leave a CommentWater bath heaters are a well-established method of heating gas and oil, however, in specific applications, a thermal fluid system can provide more significant benefits and improved performance. In this blog post, we will explore the unique advantages hot oil heating systems provide, including the following: Improved efficiency Reduced costs More responsive control In the […]
Benefits of Thermal Fluid Heaters in the Oil and Gas Industries
Leave a CommentIndustrial thermal fluid systems are indirect heating systems that increase the temperature of process fluids, such as crude oil and petroleum products in the oil and gas industry. These heating systems offer several key advantages over steam systems. This blog will explore industrial thermal fluid heaters briefly, including the benefits they provide for various applications […]
Industrial Process Heating Methods
Leave a CommentProcess heating systems deliver heat to liquid, gas, and solid materials in various industrial settings. Depending on the application, multiple types of heating methods can be used. We will explore several of these industrial heating methods as well as their benefits and applications to help you determine the ideal solution for your application. The Different […]
What Is a Thermal Fluid Heating System?
Leave a CommentHeating and precise temperature control are crucial to many industrial processes. These systems also offer consistent performance and work at high temperatures yet low pressures for safer operations. Learn more about thermal fluid heating systems, how they work, their benefits compared to direct-heat and standard steam systems, and other applications. Click to Expand What Is […]
Effects of Inconsistent or Improper Fuel for Biomass Systems
Leave a CommentBiomass is a plant-based product used as fuel to generate heat and electricity. It is an eco-friendly renewable alternative to traditional forms of energy, such as fossil fuels. Biomass includes wood products such as chips, logs, pellets, and other forestry materials such as limbs and brush. Biomass-fired combustion systems are useful in many wood product […]
ASME and Pressure Vessel Design Considerations for Thermal Fluid Systems
Leave a CommentPressure vessels are containers used for holding gases, vapors, or liquids with pressures above or below the ambient pressure. Since the vessels operate under pressure in industrial applications, their fabrication must adhere to a strict code of construction, including the ASME code — also called the ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code or BPVC. ASME, […]