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Steam trap survey- Although not all process steam leaks are apparent, they are always costly, and if they are neglected, the hidden costs will increase. Unfortunately, you are underestimating the costs. Even in this era of increased energy efficiency and regular mentions of global warming in the media, not all businesses have considered what a simple steam trap assessment may do to transform their steam systems beyond recognition. A single leaking steam trap discovered during a steam trap survey can pay the expense of a whole on-site steam trap study, or if the steam trap is blocked, it can dramatically increase heat transfer efficiency on your processes.

So, if you haven’t yet considered scheduling a steam trap survey for your site, please contact us and take the time to read the rest of this Blog to see what survey would be most appropriate for your Business.

How much damage does a Steam Trap Cost to your Business?

According to experts, leaking steam traps waste more than 20% of the steam produced. Approx. 22 Kilogram (Kg) of steam per hour and consequently 190 Ton per year is lost through a single leaking steam trap. This loss amounts to around Rs. 5 Lakh per year at  Rs. 3 000/Ton steam generation expenses. The maintenance engineer can use digital ultrasonic testing technologies to find and replace broken traps. The kind and operation of the steam traps and the system pressure and temperature should all be known before the inspection procedure. Even the first impression in an open system might reveal a lot about the traps’ state.

The absence of condensate at the condensate output, for example, could indicate a problem. However, with integrated temperature and ultrasonic monitoring, the inspector gets a more precise picture. A working trap opens and closes continuously or intermittently, depending on the design, and generates characteristic ultrasonic signals in the process. (steam trap survey)

Let’s begin with four important advantages of proper steam trap handling.

Carbon emissions are decreased, and energy is saved sustainably.

Condensate normally comprises about a quarter of the energy available in the steam it came from. Returning this to the boiler feed reservoir can save thousands of rupees per year in energy alone and decrease the demand for fresh replacement water and the need for expensive chemicals to purify raw water.

The boiler blowdown, which is used to manage the concentration of dissolved particles in the boiler, is reduced when condensate is collected from the steam system and returned to the feed tank. As a result, the boiler’s energy loss during the blowdown process is reduced, contributing to your overall sustainability goals.

Increased productivity and efficiency

Steam traps that work properly offer the thermal energy needed for industrial applications to run smoothly. Condensate in the steam supply can cause problems with application operation, such as delayed start-up times and poor heat transfer. When the condensate is removed from the system, the steam may focus on its job.

Affordability

Warhammer and corrosion are reduced when unwanted condensate is removed from the system. Steam traps collect condensate as it occurs, allowing for higher-quality steam while also safeguarding piping and equipment from erosion and corrosion. (steam trap survey)

Physical and mental well-being

To ensure safe operation, a steam system must be effectively controlled like any other plant utility such as hot water or electricity. Condensate can be successfully evacuated from the system with properly built and running steam trapping, avoiding potentially dangerous circumstances like pipe or component failure.

Conclusion

With the heating season approaching, now is the best time to get your facility’s steam traps inspected. Identifying and repairing failing steam traps will result in a more efficient, properly operating system that will improve occupant comfort while lowering energy expenditures. In addition, steam trap surveys are inexpensive to conduct and result in significant total savings, making this a no-brainer. (steam trap survey)

Schedule a Steam Trap Survey now if you’re worried about any of these common causes and need some professional help. STOPLEAKLOSS can help you achieve plant safety, efficiency, and carbon reductions.