Condensate recovery solutions
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Condensate recovery solutions Reduce your operating costs through the effective management of condensate STEAM & CONDENSATE MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS

Spirax Sarco’s range of condensate recovery solutions are specifically designed to efficiently remove and recover condensate under all operating conditions Lower operating costs through efficient condensate management In today’s energy conscious environment, condensate has become a valuable resource that can be used to significantly improve steam plant efficiency. How can returning condensate save you money? Returning hot condensate to the boiler reduces the costs associated with water treatment and make-up water: Returning the highest possible percentage of Lower make-up water costs...

Mechanical fluid pumps The sustainable solution to energy cost control Spirax Sarco offer a complete range of mechanical fluid pumps specifically designed to remove and recover condensate under all operating conditions, optimising plant efficiency and product quality throughout your plant. Mechanical fluid pumps are typically installed with a receiver vented to the atmosphere – in what is usually termed an ‘open’ system - where condensate is collected from multiple steam traps and is pumped to the boiler feedwater tank. Mechanical fluid pumps are best used where multiple condensate sources...

Features and benefits of mechanical fluid pumps • No electrical supply required - each pump is a self-contained unit which uses steam or other non-volatile pressurised gas as its motive power, so there are no electric motors or level switches, which makes installation easier. Ideal for humid, wet or remote areas • No cavitation - able to pump high temperature fluids without cavitation, reducing plant maintenance problems • Fully automatic and self-regulating - only operates when needed with no sensors or controls required • Lower maintenance costs- no mechanical seals or packing glands to...

Mechanical fluid pumps - Typical applications Condensate recovery (open system) Pumping high temperature condensate without cavitation or mechanical seal problems. Provides maximum heat energy recovery. Condensate Vent to from multiple steam traps atmosphere Motive media (steam or other gases) Condensate collecting receiver Condensate removal from process vessels and heat exchangers (pump / trap combination, closed system) Removal of condensate under all pressure conditions ensures stable temperatures. It also prevents bottom end tube corrosion and potential waterhammer and freezing. Heat...

Condensate removal from vacuum equipment Simple and efficient solution to a difficult problem without the need for expensive electrical pumps and sensors. Vacuum heat exchanger / receiver

PTF4 - for high capacity applications ® The Pivotrol PTF4 high-capacity pump is capable of pumping up to 40,000 lb/hr in rapid-cycling process environments and under elevated pressure and temperature conditions. Designed as a solution to excessive maintenance and energy consumption common with high-capacity condensate pumps used in large commercial and industrial facilities, the PTF4 offers higher performance than conventional technology, yet in a smaller package. Features and benefits of the PTF4 • Low filling head - Easy to install in confined environments • Pump mechanism replaces old...

Automatic pump traps Mechanical fluid pump and steam trap units combined Spirax Sarco’s range of automatic pump traps have been designed to help you achieve optimum performance from all types of temperature controlled process equipment, by removing condensate under all operating conditions. Automatic pump traps are typically used to drain a single piece of heat transfer equipment, such as a heat exchanger, which usually involves fitting a small condensate collecting receiver between the equipment and the pump-trap. Since the receiver is not vented, this is most often referred to as a closed...

Why is it essential to drain the system properly? Problem: an air heater suffering the effects of stall Under stall conditions, partial or complete waterlogging may occur leading to: • Temperature fluctuation - reduced heat output / reduced product quality. • Corrosion of heating surfaces The control valve is throttling to meet a reduced heat load. - damage to heat exchanger. • Waterhammer noise and damage - mechanical stress on heat exchanger and pipework. Waterlogged condensate The ultimate effect of stall is increased maintenance and shorter service life of the heat exchanger and...

Features and benefits of Automatic pump traps: • Compact design which contains all the equipment needed to drain or remove condensate for all load conditions including vacuum (innovative patent applied for low profile mechanism). • Minimal installation space required - The mechanism operates with as little as 200mm installation head from the base of the pump. • Requires no electrical power, therefore suitable for hazardous environments • Fully automatic and self-regulating - only operates when needed - No sensors or controls required. • Packaged units are available - fully assembled, tested...

Automatic pump traps - Typical installation Condensate removal from process vessels and heat exchangers Designed for closed or sealed systems especially where space is limited. Removal of condensate under all pressure conditions ensures stable operating temperatures of the heat exchange interface. Tube corrosion, noise and waterhammer are all avoided extending equipment life. Condensate removal from tube heat exchangers (closed system) The APT is simply connected to the outlet of tube heat exchanger. Generally vacuum breakers are not required provided that equipment is suitably rated for...

Packaged pumping units Our packaged pumping units (PPU’s) are made to fit directly into your system with minimal interruption to your process. As the package is pre-assembled, installation is fast and easy, ensuring you receive the benefits associated with efficient condensate removal sooner. We provide PPU’s in a range of sizes and connections, and we can help advise you select the most suitable unit for you application. MFP14 pump package unit Features and benefits of Packaged pumps: • Complete package, ready to use - Quick to install so shorter plant down-time • Both PN and ANSI external...