External Shell Side Heat Exchanger Cleaning Based on an extensive survey of 500 refinery operators, external shell side heat exchanger cleaning ranks fifth among the most prevalent cleaning challenges. In this in-depth discussion, we will explore the issues around shell side fouling and solutions to restore efficiency and maximise productivity. The Problem Refinery and petrochemical […]
U-Tube (Hairpin) Exchanger Cleaning Based on an extensive survey of 500 refinery operators, U-Tube (Hairpin) heat exchanger cleaning ranks sixth among the most prevalent cleaning challenges in the refining industry. In this in-depth discussion, we will explore the issues around this type of fouling and solutions to restore efficiency and maximise productivity. Introduction Hairpin heat […]
Air Cooled Condenser (ACC) Cleaning Based on an extensive survey of 500 refinery operators, ACC cleaning ranks seventh among the most prevalent cleaning challenges. In this in-depth discussion, we will explore the issues around air-cooled condenser fouling and solutions to restore efficiency and maximise productivity. Introduction Air Cooled Condensers (ACC) are widely utilized in arid […]
Selective Catalytic Reduction Units Based on an extensive survey of 500 refinery operators, cleaning catalyst banks in SCR units ranks eighth among the most prevalent cleaning challenges. In this in-depth discussion, we will explore how to effectively remove pluggage and fouling from SCR screens and improve catalyst reduction system efficiency. SCR Catalyst Screen Fouling During […]
Steam Cracking Furnace Cleaning Based on an extensive survey of 500 refinery operators, steam cracking furnace cleaning ranks ninth among the most prevalent cleaning challenges. In this in-depth discussion, we will explore the issues around ethylene furnace fouling and solutions to restore efficiency and maximise productivity. Steam crackers, also known as Pyrolysis furnaces, are used […]
Following the launch of the new Tube Tech™ fired heater convection section cleaning rover system, we have compiled a list of FAQs: How does the Robot cleaning of convection banks work? Our bespoke cleaning robot is a compact remotely operated vehicle (ROV) placed on the top row of every convection coil to be cleaned […]
Hot Convection Section Cleaning Based on an extensive survey of 500 refinery operators, hot convection section cleaning ranks tenth among the most prevalent cleaning challenges. In this in-depth discussion, we will explore the issues around convection section fouling and solutions to restore efficiency without taking the heater offline. Online cleaning of the convection section in […]
Patented Convection Section Cleaning System Launched We are pleased to announce the much-anticipated launch of our next-generation Mark 7 fired heater rover system. The automated system is capable of remotely eradicating more than 90% of convection section fouling. Developed in-house at our R&D facility in Rayleigh, UK, the Mark 7 rover holds two patents. […]
Introduction to VCFE Cleaning Fouling, the formation of unwanted material deposits on heat transfer surfaces, is a common issue that affects industries across the board. It’s particularly prevalent in heat exchangers like the Texas Towers or Vertical Combined Feed Exchangers (VCFEs), which are integral components of many refineries. These towers are designed to be relatively […]
Furnace cleaning and heat transfer recovery are two important aspects of maintaining fired heater performance. However, there are key differences, which we will explore in this article. How Does Fouling Occur? Fouling occurs when deposits accumulate on fired heater furnace tube surfaces. Fouling can come from contaminated fuel, debris from the surrounding environment, or fibre […]