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BOILERS, PUMPS & VALVES


BABCOCK WANSON LAUNCHES NEW ELECTRIC THERMAL FLUID HEATERS


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.


connectors to be able to accept hot water, steam or chemicals passing through them at high pressure and elevated temperatures. Cheaper variations of flexible pipe connectors are generally moulded using EPDM with nylon reinforcement, and can become brittle if heated water passes through, leading to premature failure. In contrast, Mason Industries’ flexible pipe


connectors offer superb durability and can be tailored to suit each project. The Mason Safeflex range offers unparalleled protection against failure. Every connector is pressure tested in the factory to 150 per cent of rated pressure prior to release. The special design features include a uniquely robust flange design with Kevlar reinforcement, which has fantastic heat resistance, wrapped around a solid steel ring preventing pull out failures. Pump isolation often requires an engineered solution. It is incredibly important to get vibration isolation right the first time around. The first step to effective pump isolation is partnering with experienced acoustic engineers. These industry specialists will be able to specify quality vibration isolation products that can be tailored to your project and will last the test of time.


Mason UK www.mason-uk.co.uk


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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. As with all Babcock Wanson process


heaters, the EPC EL is 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.


Babcock Wanson www.babcock-wanson.com


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