Is Landfill Gas a Renewable Energy Source?

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Click to Expand Landfill gas, or LFG, comes from decomposing solid waste. Often considered a foul-smelling hazard and source of air pollution, it can also be captured, refined, and reused for energy production. Shell and tube heat exchangers are critical throughout the processing stages that convert LFG to fuels and other energy sources. Keep reading […]

Plastic Pyrolysis: Transforming Waste into Resources

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Click to Expand As the world faces growing challenges from plastic waste, innovative technologies like plastic pyrolysis offer promising solutions. Plastic pyrolysis transforms discarded plastic into useful fuels, chemicals, and materials, helping to reduce landfill waste and support a circular economy. Enerquip is providing thermal solutions to serve the emerging plastic pyrolysis industry. What is […]

Exploring Electrolysis as a Leading Hydrogen Production Process

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Electrolysis is a method that produces carbon-free hydrogen from nuclear and renewable resources. The process uses electricity to split water into oxygen and hydrogen molecules in the electrolyzer unit. Electrolyzers come in a range of sizes, from small appliance-sized units for small-scale hydrogen production to large-scale units for production facilities in the renewable energy production […]

The Art and Science of Film Temperature to Achieve Goldilocks Efficiency

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Understanding film temperature is pivotal when delving into the intricacies of heat transfer, particularly in situations where fluids are involved. This blog post aims to unravel the importance of film temperature in various heat transfer processes. Join us as we delve into the essence of film temperature—what it is, why it holds significance, and the […]

Decoding the Delicate Balance of Sizing Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers

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When it comes to optimizing shell and tube heat exchangers, a multitude of factors comes into play. These elements wield significant influence over not just the size of the exchanger but also its performance, efficiency, and overall cost. Think of it as a delicate equilibrium, where variables such as heat transfer rates, fluid flow velocities, […]