New electric thermal fluid heaters launched
Published: 08 October, 2024
Industrial process heating equipment and solutions specialist Babcock Wanson has launched the EPC EL range of electric thermal fluid heaters, providing customers with an effective low carbon process heater with no direct emissions. The key functionality required by thermal fluid heaters are high turndown, low heat flux, accurate temperature control and high safety level which is incorporated in the design.
A multi-tubular type thermal fluid heater, with a series of flanged electrical heating elements inserted within the carbon steel exchange tubes where the thermal fluid circulates at high velocity, the EPC EL ensures a precise forecast of the fluid temperature at each point of the thermal fluid internal path, with no internal significant recirculation. The 1-D fluid arrangement allows for a more compact volume and greater protection of the thermal fluid when compared to a single vessel design, for improved fluid longevity.
Modular in design, EPC EL electric thermal fluid heaters can be configured in series and parallel to meet different applications and site requirements. The single functional unit is composed of two thermal heater elements, each with a maximum power of 60kW. In the event of a thermal heater failure, the EPC EL can continue to operate at reduced power, excluding only the faulty element. A single 100 A thyristor controls the power, for flexibility and modulation.
For temperature limitation the heating elements are equipped with temperature sensors, connected directly to the surfaces of the heating elements.
The EPC EL is supplied with a separate power and control panel housed in a standard cabinet for ease of access. The panel is fitted with PLC with HMI for simple and clear operator interface.
The manufacturer says the EPC EL is also extremely durable and easy to maintain. Inside the casing the tubing is fully welded to prevent leakage points. The heating section is installed inside a protective steel frame housing, closed by thermal insulating sandwich panels which are easily removable for inspection. The front of the heater, where the electric elements are located, is protected by a light cover, fitted with fast release bolts and handles that can be lifted by a single operator.
The EPC EL is the latest addition to Babcock Wanson’s range of thermal fluid heaters, which include heaters with integrated gas, oil or dual fuel burners to meet the needs of modern industry.
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