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  1. Industrial Heat Exchanger FAQs

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    Heat exchangers are key elements of industrial heating systems for facilities in a variety of industries. Alongside other major pieces of industrial heating equipment, like thermal fluid heaters, heat exchangers serve to transfer heat between fluids and gases, making various processes possible. 

    Looking to learn more about heat exchangers? You’ve come to the right place. Here, we’ll delve into the basics of heat exchangers and answer some commonly asked questions about these important industrial heating system components.

    Answers to Frequently Asked Questions About Heat Exchangers

    What Do Heat Exchangers Do? 

    In the simplest of terms, heat exchangers transfer heat between fluids of different temperatures within the context of an industrial process. 

    What Are Heat Exchangers Typically Used For? 

    The industrial uses of heat exchangers vary widely, especially given that they are used in many different industries and processes. 

    That being said, heat exchangers often work in conjunction with other heating system components in order to regulate the temperature of viscous fluids like oil and asphalt. There are a few different types of heat exchangers, each used in a slightly different way to transfer heat between materials. 

    What Are The Different Types of Heat Exchangers? 

    Industrial heat exchangers come in a variety of sizes and styles, including: 

    • Bayonet Heaters: This type of heat exchanger attaches to the side of a tank. They have the capacity to heat an entire tank filled with fluid.
    • Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers: These heating system components are designed to heat fluids from outside the storage tank through the use of hot oil or steam.
    • Suction Heaters: These are designed to heat fluids as they are pumped, rather than heating an entire storage tank of material at once. They use hot oil or steam.  

    You can learn more about the specifics of each type of heat exchanger here.

    How Can You Determine Which Type of Industrial Heat Exchanger You Need? 

    The main way to figure out which type of heat exchanger will work best for you is to think about the application it will be used for. Uses vary from industry to industry, so another good option is to talk to others in your industry to determine which option has worked best for them. 

    It’s also a good idea to reach out to an industrial heating equipment company (like us) to find out if there might be a specific heat exchanger or customized solution that will work best for your scenario. 

    This resource is a good place to start when it comes to choosing the best heat exchanger option for your facility.

    Can Heat Exchangers Be Customized?

    Absolutely! While many companies offer standardized heat exchanger options, heat exchangers are customizable and can be custom built if necessary. 

    If you’re looking for a custom solution to work for your facility, don’t hesitate to reach out. We often build completely customized solutions for our clients so we are used to designing equipment that meets specified needs and specifications. 

    What Are Some Signs That My Industrial Heat Exchanger is Failing and Might Require Replacement? 

    There are a number of signs to look for that may indicate that your current industrial heat exchanger is failing. A few signs include: 

    • Loss of efficiency
    • Change in the rate of heat transfer
    • Physical damage, such as cracks or erosion
    • Leaking fluid

    If you come across any of these signs, it’s worth further investigation to determine the cause and correct the issue, either through repair or through heat exchanger replacement.

    Looking for Additional Details About Industrial Heat Exchangers?

    Interested in learning more about our industrial heat exchangers? These resources are a good place to start: 

    Industrial Heat Exchangers from Enerquip – Find additional details about the various heat exchangers we offer, including customized solutions.

    What Type of Heat Exchanger Do You Need? – Explore the similarities and differences of the various heat exchangers we have available to determine which option may be right for your facility and application. 

    Have a question about heat exchangers that you don’t see answered here? Just give us a call at 715-748-5888 or request a quote and we will be happy to provide the information you’re looking for! 

    Interested in other FAQs about thermal fluid heating equipment? Check out our other industrial heating system FAQ pages here.

  2. Immersion Heaters – Whitepaper

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    Knowing how to properly heat a solution or other liquid is critical to the integrity of the liquid. The right method can save time, energy and money. Using an inadequate approach to the task of heating a full tank of solution can have consequences ranging from damaged equipment to increased energy costs.

    In many cases, heating a solution quickly and accurately is essential. The fluid may need to be raised to a specific temperature and kept at that temperature consistently. Sacrificing accuracy can result in overheating and coking.

    There are many ways to heat mass quantities of liquid. Band heaters can be installed around a pipe or tank. Wrap-around heaters can surround a vat. Fluids can be placed in a separate heating vessel. However, each of these options has a drawback. Band and wrap-around heaters aren’t energy efficient. Band heaters can lose up to 40 percent of their wattage input because they aren’t fully in contact with the solution being heated. Instead, a portion of the heater is facing outward, away from the solution and its vessel.

    Other indirect methods, such as using a heated tank or wraparound heaters, take longer to heat up the solution, since the heat-transfer method needs to reach the desired temperature before the liquid can. Heating vessels can also take up floor space, a precious commodity many manufacturers and equipment operators appreciate having. This is also an expensive option, as a new, large piece of equipment will have to be purchased.

    Benefits of Immersion Heaters

    An alternative option to these choices is the immersion heater. These devices come in many shapes, sizes and styles. However, each is advantageous to the manufacturer who wants to effectively heat liquids.

    Buying the proper equipment to heat and process fluids is an essential part of following best practices and keeping standards high. However, it is also one of the more costly aspects of the industry. It is important to keep costs down whenever possible while maintaining quality and quantity.

     Energy efficiency has become a concern for many industries in the past few years. Not only does cutting energy mean reduced operational costs, but it is also better for the environment. Both of these concerns – cost and energy efficiency – are addressed with immersion heaters.

    Immersion heaters impact the solution or fluid from all sides. There is no wasted energy because the heating element is actually submerged in the liquid being heated. This allows the heater to operate more efficiently.

    The heaters’ design also saves space on the production floor. Since the element is placed directly into the vessel holding the liquid, no extra space is used. This makes room for additional necessary equipment or creates more space for equipment operators to work.

    Some versions of immersion heaters also make the cleaning process easier than if larger equipment were used. Over-the-side heaters, typically used when a tank is not outfitted with the required hardware for a bayonet or U-tube heater, are easily taken off the tank. The tank or the heater can then be cleaned and replaced. If the heater needs to be cleaned, this can be done without first emptying the tank, which saves time and resources.

    Types of Immersion Heaters

    Immersion heaters come in various shapes, sizes and styles. Each of them provides the same benefit of heating the fluid from within, saving on energy expenses and creating a more thorough, even heat distribution. They also provide efficient heating and cooling to liquids when needed.

    An immersion heater, often referred to as a bayonet heater, is inserted into the tank from the side.  Therefore, it is in direct contact with the fluid being heated. It is held in place by attaching to a flange connection on the side of the tank. Bayonet heaters are comprised of a tube or group of tubes stabilized with support baffles, with the entire assembly sometimes cradled by foot supports inside the tank.  In most cases, u-tubes are used, as they can readily expand and contract and won’t be damaged by rapid heating or cooling.  Typically, a bayonet heater is used to heat extremely large quantities of liquid.

    Bayonet heaters require the tank to accommodate their installation using flanged or threaded ports. In a flanged design, the tank has a flanged port installed on the side of the tank, and the heater has a matching flange to allow for installation and proper sealing.   A screw-plug design can also be used for smaller heaters, with these being attached through a threaded opening in the tank.

    When the tank does not have a connection for a bayonet heater, an over-the-side immersion heater is able to do the job. These heaters are installed at the top of the tank, rather than the side. The heating element then rests along the side or bottom of the tank.

    Regardless of which style of heater is used, it is usually stationed near the bottom, while being installed high enough to avoid the sludge and buildup that collects on the tank’s floor.

    Immersion heaters can be fabricated in many different metals and alloys, such as copper, steel, cast iron or titanium. Stainless steel is one of the most popular materials used for immersion heaters. According to The Stainless Steel Information Center, the material is a cost-effective option when considering the lifespan of the equipment. Stainless steel is resistant to corrosion and scaling in a multitude of environments. This makes it ideal for use with chemicals, acids and alkaline solutions, as well as in extreme hot or cold temperatures. It is easy to clean and maintain. Manufacturers appreciate this quality, as it is extremely important that all equipment used in the processing of a product is sterile to avoid contamination.

    Because stainless steel is more resistant to corrosion and scaling than its counterparts used in making immersion heaters – and because of its hygienic nature – stainless steel has a longer life span, with relatively low maintenance costs.

    TEMA and ASME Certified

    Users need to know the equipment they are purchasing is of the highest quality. Purchasing and subsequently using equipment that isn’t up to standard can lead to distributing defective products or decreased effectiveness. The Tubular Exchanger Manufacturers Association (TEMA) has the knowledge and understanding of how excellent equipment is made, and has developed a standard for design and manufacture of tubular exchangers.  So, when users purchase equipment from manufacturers who build to the TEMA Standard, they know they are buying quality machinery that meets or surpasses their requirements.

    The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) brings together engineers from many different disciplines and helps inspire collaboration and research. ASME helps to advance the industry and ensure quality in the work that its members do. For more than a century, ASME has been creating standards to which mechanical engineers must strive to adhere. Today, engineers volunteer to review and improve product requirements to guarantee equipment and practices will result in products safe for consumer use.

    When an immersion heater is built to the TEMA Standard and ASME Code, users know the product was created with the highest standards in mind. Users can trust equipment with these

    Enerquip’s Immersion Heaters

    Enerquip has been providing stainless steel shell and tube heat exchangers to companies in the sanitary and industrial markets, as well as the U.S. military, for more than 40 years. Its line of U-tube immersion heaters is a natural extension of the company’s current product base. The immersion heaters are made according to the standards of both TEMA and ASME. They are made of stainless steel to ensure product quality and safety.

  3. Lamberti Employs Enerquip Bayonet Heaters to Maximize Efficiency

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    Introduction

    Lambertiprovides specialty chemicals to a wide variety of industries. From ceramics to agrochemical to PVC additives, 14 different industries rely on Lamberti for necessary chemicals to enhance product quality for their customers. Located in 17 different countries allows Lamberti to work with a diverse group of clients.

    Bill Ruder is a product manager at Lamberti Systems USA, a division of Lamberti, in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The Tennessee facility specializes in ethoxylation and propoxylation technology. It produces such chemicals as surfactants, polyols and block copolymers, as well as combinations of these.

    Companies in the textile, oil, cosmetic, agrochemical and ceramic industries utilize these products. The facility needed a way to heat large storage tanks without altering their complex system already in place. Many of the chemicals are produced in batches to ensure accuracy and quality. It is essential that the chemicals are able to heat and cool properly to the necessary temperatures to maintain their quality before being distributed to clients. However, installing large equipment could hold up production and alter the workflow of the production area.

    Reaching Out To A Trusted Company

    Mr. Ruder decided to contact a company Lamberti had done business with before, Enerquip. For the past three years, Lamberti has worked with Enerquip to customize shell and tube heat exchangers for its operations. Ruder has always been impressed with Enerquip’s ability to provide affordable, high-quality exchangers to its facilities in Tennessee and Texas. Even though Enerquip is located in Wisconsin, more than 900 miles north of Chattanooga, the exchangers have always arrived quickly and safely at Lamberti’s various locations.

    Lamberti has purchased 11 shell and tube heat exchangers from Enerquip. The engineers at Lamberti have always been impressed with the exchangers bought from Enerquip. Ruder also appreciates the extent of knowledge everyone at Enerquip displays about Lamberti’s needs and of the chemical processing industry in general. The person he regularly speaks with, Ron Herman, Enerquip’s director of sales and marketing, has always been able to answer his questions about the equipment Enerquip provides.

    “Ron was more knowledgeable on the technical side than most marketing professionals,” he explained.

    This is why Ruder thought of them first when he decided to invest in an immersion heater. He learned that Enerquip had a new line of bayonet heaters, so he decided to ask Enerquip about them.

    The liquid that Lamberti needed to heat was being stored in vessels. After talking to Enerquip, Ruder learned that the manways located at the top of the vessels were perfect for Enerquip’s bayonet heaters. The bayonet heater could be attached at the manways, which would allow for easy removal when needed. Ruder explained this is necessary because Lamberti’s policy states that equipment must be inspected periodically

    A Solution Is Found

    Ruder and others at Lamberti liked the bayonet heater because it has direct contact the fluid in the vessel. Because of this, there is no need for extra piping or an external loop. No existing equipment needed to be moved or altered to accommodate the new heater, because it goes right into the vessel itself. This saved Lamberti money and time in the long run.

    The raw material can also be heated before being fed into the unit. Once inside, the material needs to be heated to high temperatures. When the fluid is heated before entering the unit, the machine performs less work and the liquid reaches the desired temperature faster. This saves reaction time as well as the energy it would take to heat the material from a lower initial temperature.

    Lamberti has been using the bayonet heater for several months now and has enjoyed its space-and cost-saving properties. It is easy to use and simply removed from the vessel for inspection and cleaning purposes. It has been able to heat the necessary liquids to the correct temperature without any problems.

    Ruder says he would recommend other companies work with Enerquip because they are fast, reliable and willing to help clients customize their exchangers to provide the best solution to meet their unique needs.

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