| Apart from the continuous blowdown, sampling is also of special importance for the smooth operation of steam generating units. Each GESTRA continuous blowdown valve is fitted with a sample valve, with which boiler water can be removed for analysis. However, proper and uncorrupted analysis values require the right sampling procedure and analysis devices that function correctly. Direct sampling of hot boiler water from pressurized lines always involves the danger of scalding and the risk that the samples do not represent the true TDS content (salinity). Flashing losses within the sampling line or in the sample container cause an increase in the density of the boiler water sample; corruption of the analysis result is thus unavoidable. The perfect solution is to use the GESTRA sample cooler PK. The boiler water sample is cooled down to the reference temperature of 25 °C and thus fulfils the basic requirements for precise water analysis. The GESTRA sample cooler PK can be fitted downstream of the sample valve, thus enhancing the technical standard of your energy supply centre. |