Posted On January 16, 2025
A carpet manufacturing facility wanted to replace the current heat exchanger with a better water heating solution for their wash box station. They were looking for: energy efficiency, better temperature control, and better turndown control and capabilities.
Flow Rate:
200 GPM [55 m³/hr]
Inlet Temperature:
50˚F [10˚C]
Discharge Temperature:
110˚F [43˚C]
Water Supply Pressure:
85 psig [5.9 barg]
Steam Supply Pressure:
100 psig [6.9 barg]
SOLUTION
Hydro-Thermal’s EZ Heater® model H2030 with a Large (L) diffuser was installed to successfully adhere to each of the specifications desired. The customer has realized the inherent advantages of its design with:
• Easy installation and replacement of technologies
• 28% more efficient than the heat exchanger
• Instantaneous hot water on demand at exact temperature
• Excellent turndown control and capabilities
• Patented self-cleaning design to prevent scaling and fouling
GOAL
• Increase efficiency
• Precise temperature control
• Improve turndown control and capabilities
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• 28% more efficient
• Instantaneous exact temperature control
• Lower maintenance
• Excellent turndown
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