Cleaning, overhauling or replacing? This is how to make the right choice for your heat exchanger
And when do you choose which method? Heat exchangers are fouling faster than many companies realize. Lime, sludge, salt, oil, biofouling and process residues accumulate in plates, fins and tubes. The result: higher energy costs, reduced cooling capacity and risk of downtime. Fortunately, there are two very effective ways to get heat exchangers back in […]
Overhaul of plate heat exchanger for industrial application
Within industrial processes, the reliability of plate heat exchangers is essential for stable and efficient operations. As a heat exchanger has been in operation longer, plate fouling and gasket wear can lead to loss of efficiency and increased risk of failure. For this project, one industrial plate heat exchanger with a plate pack of 37 […]
When is heat exchanger overhaul necessary in marine installations?
In maritime installations, reliability is everything. A ship that idles costs money. An engine that overheats costs more than money. And a heat exchanger that imperceptibly loses its function is often the silent culprit. Yet onboard heat exchanger overhaul is still regularly seen as “something for later.” Until suddenly, later is now. In this article, […]
Overhaul & recoating of 8 box coolers in the Maritime Sector
Eight NRF box coolers were delivered to a marine vessel for cleaning, pressure testing and complete overhaul. The pre-service reports indicated that the coolers were severely fouled: heavy fouling from long-term exposure to seawater, multiple spots of hard limestone deposits and incipient leaks. The documentation states, among other things: “very hard limescale,” “already 2 leaking […]