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Fired Heater Thermal Surveys

Fired Heater Thermal Surveys
Fired heater tube metal temperatures (TMTs) are a critical process variable. Measurement errors are common, resulting in producers running at sub-optimal loads where false-high readings are taken, or reliability issues and tube failures with false-low values.

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    A unique service for the thermal optimisation of furnaces, the In-Furnace Glass Survey produces real-time and recorded images for analysis, supplementing traditional refractory inspections.

    The survey helps to improve glass application productivity with optimised pull rates, and increases thermal and combustion efficiency, lowering fuel costs. It protects the refractory from damage, extending campaign life, and optimises the flame pattern to reduce energy consumption. It also helps ensure energy compliance.

    Combining near-infrared borescope thermal imaging with portable multi-gas analysis, the In-Furnace Glass Survey is carried out by an experienced engineer at a specified number of furnace locations. 

    Tailored to specific application requirements, the In-Furnace Glass Survey is suitable for refractory processes in the glass industry, including the manufacture of float, borosilicate, and container glass, as well as melt furnaces and fibre glass production.

    MARKET-LEADING TECHNOLOGY
    Optimised for measuring high temperatures between 1000 to 1800°C (1832 to 3272°F), the NIR-B Glass creates detailed and live high-resolution images from within the furnace. Dedicated image processing software ensures accurate data analysis. The Lancom 4 portable multi-gas analyser measures up to eight flue gases for the optimisation of combustion and emissions processes.

    COOLING IDENTIFICATION
    Using a negative image, the In-Furnace Thermal Glass Survey reveals where there is too much or insufficient cooling. Excessive cooling increases emissions and leads to refractory wear, as the batch piles drag along the lining. A software-based isotherm function identifies refractory areas below 1388oC (2530oF), where sodium hydroxide can condense, corroding silica refractory.
     
    EARLY DAMAGE DETECTION
    Small rat holes and other damage can be identified and located before they become apparent on the exterior, making them easier and less costly to repair than larger holes. A further survey will be able to confirm the success of the repair, reducing the need for any re-work.

    The In-Furnace Thermal Glass Survey is AMETEK Land’s unique thermal optimisation solution for glass refractory applications – Request a callback.

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    Each contract is built around a range of standard options. The final scope and price will depend on the options chosen and the mechanical/process design of the fired heaters.
       Bronze   Silver   Gold 
    Determine ‘inspection port opening effect’ ✔  ✔ ✔
    Reference Gold cup tube temperature measurement ✔  ✔ ✔
     Optimal emissivity and background correction settings for AMETEK Land Cyclops ✔  ✔ ✔
    Identification of any visible anomalies found using a Thermal Image Camera  ✔  ✔ ✔
     Temperature uniformity of adjacent tubes, normalised to a reference Gold Cup measurement.*     ✔  ✔ 
    Vertical tube temperature profiling
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    *Multiple reference measurements allow for cross-sectional thermal profile of the radiant box.

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    • Befeuerte Heizer

      Die Temperaturüberwachung von befeuerten Heizern hält Kraftstoffkosten und schädliche Emissionen gering. Das Cyclops 390L und NIR-B 3XR stellen für diese Anwendung eine tragbare bzw. stationäre Lösung dar.

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