Heated Hoses & Sample Lines | Flexible Transportation Of Liquids And Gases
Published 11 Oct 2023
Heated Hoses/Sample Lines Stocked and Distributed by Thorne & Derrick
Heated Hoses
Heated hoses, also known as heated sample lines, are specialised hoses that are designed to maintain a consistent temperature. They are typically used in applications where the temperature of the liquid or gas being transported needs to be maintained throughout the length of the hose, and can be used in both industrial and hazardous areas (ATEX).
These hoses are often used in industries such as food and beverage production, chemical processing, and oil and gas extraction. Heated hoses typically have an insulated layer between the inner and outer layers of the hose that houses a heating element. The heating element is designed to raise the temperature of the liquid or gas passing through the hose, and the insulation helps to contain that heat.
Some heated hoses are designed to be self-regulating, meaning that the heating element automatically adjusts its output based on the temperature of the liquid or gas being transported. Others have a set temperature that is regulated by a thermostat. Overall, heated hoses offer a reliable and efficient way to transport liquids and gases that need to be maintained at a specific temperature.
Eltherm Heated Sample Lines & Hoses
Following a recent strategic partnership agreement with Eltherm, Thorne & Derrick hold extensive UK stocks for a range of heating products including heated hoses. Eltherm is one of the leading suppliers of heated hoses / flexible heated lines, ensuring the transport of liquid and gaseous media without loss of temperature.
Eltherm heated hose products are available with different temperature ranges up to 100 °C, 200 °C, 250 °C or 450 °C.
- Designed and manufactured for your customized applications
- In-house manufactured heating cables for best quality and longer lifespan
- Up to 450 °C for a variety of applications
- High flexibility for applications where a small bending radius is required
➡️ For the heating and process temperature maintenance of pipework and mechanical services Thorne & Derrick stock and supply a complete range of heat trace cables and trace heating systems.
Advantages of flexible heated hoses
Flexible transport without temperature loss of liquids and gases is very important, therefore Eltherm offer various possibilities to heat containers, pipes, tanks or vessels. These heating products also offer increased safety for personnel, as there is less need for manual handling of hot or cold fluids; along with energy efficiency as heating is localised to the hose and does not require large heating systems
Eltherm’s heated hoses are versatile and can be used in various applications, such as transporting liquids and gases, melting solids, freeze protection, and process heating. The hoses are available in different materials and sizes, are easy to install and maintain, and are energy-efficient and safe. Each system is tailor-made with high flexibility and load capacity.
Whether in use on moving production unit components, in mobile applications (e.g. gas analysis) or for balancing offset piping, heated hoses are available for the specific application.
Heated Hose Applications: A closer look
- Transport of liquids: Can be used to transport liquids without any temperature loss, even over long distances. This is particularly useful in the chemical industry, where the temperature of the liquid is critical to the success of the process.
- Transport of gases: Can also be used to transport gases such as air, nitrogen or hydrogen without any temperature loss. This is useful for processes such as gas analysis, where the gas must be kept at a specific temperature.
- Melting of solids: Used to melt and transport solids such as wax, epoxy or resin in industrial applications where these materials are used as adhesives, coatings or sealants.
- Freeze protection: Heated hoses can be used to protect pipes, tanks, valves and other equipment from freezing in cold weather. This is particularly important in outdoor installations or in areas with harsh winter conditions.
- Process heating: Used to heat liquids or gases for various processes such as sterilization, distillation or drying. This is useful in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and cosmetics. Eltherm’s heated hoses are available in various materials and sizes to suit different applications. They are also designed to be easy to install and maintain, and to ensure high energy efficiency and safety.
Design of a Heated Hose
In partnership with Thorne & Derrick, Eltherm heated hoses are individually designed and produced according to customer specifications.
Industrial and Hazardous Area Heated hoses always consists of an inner liner, temperature sensor, heating conductor, insulation, outer jacket and an end cap. The heated hose can then be operated via a controller by recieving information from the temperature sensor. Fittings are installed depending on the application, the operating pressure and temperature.
The outer jacket of the equipment can also be constructed from a variety of metals according to requirements. For example an outer jacket made of stainless steel will be more mechanically robust and suitable for higher temperatures; compared to a silicone outer jacket which is washable and designed for more flexibility and smaller bending radius. For high-pressure applications, fluoropolymer and polyamide materials can be used.
Heated Hoses From Eltherm
Where are Heated Transport Systems needed?
There are a variety of applications, where a heated sample line would be required. For example, they are often used in chocolate production to maintain consistent temperatures throughout the process. The hoses can be used to transport melted chocolate from the heating tank to the production line without the chocolate solidifying or cooling too quickly. This ensures that the chocolate remains liquid and easy to work with, which is crucial for creating high-quality chocolate products.
ATEX Heated Hoses are also essential to the oil and gas industry because they are used to transport viscous chemicals and materials that solidify at lower temperatures. These materials include crude oil, asphalt, and bitumen. Heated hoses help maintain the viscosity of these materials by heating them to the required temperature, ensuring that they remain fluid and pumpable.
Heated hoses must be able to withstand high temperatures and pressure, making them an essential tool in drilling, exploration, and refining operations. They also provide safety benefits by preventing the solidification of materials that could cause blockages, leaks, or other hazardous situations.
ELTHERM UK DISTRIBUTORS, STOCKISTS & SUPPLIERS
Thorne & Derrick provide competitive prices, fast delivery from stock & the supply and design for the complete range of Eltherm electrical trace heating systems.
While we cannot control the weather, we can protect against the impacts. Our trained sales engineers can advise and support on custom heating solutions to suit the needs of your application. Thorne & Derrick can also provide heat loss calculations and a design service to help keep your plant and personnel operational during the winter months.
EXPERTS IN WINTERISATION SOLUTIONS FOR INDUSTRIAL & HAZARDOUS AREA ENVIRONMENTS
Thorne & Derrick hold the largest UK stocks of frost protection & winterisation equipment to help keep your plant and personnel operational during the winter months.
Thorne & Derrick understand that prolonged periods of low ambient temperatures can bring operations to a standstill costing thousands of pounds in lost downtime.
Experts in heating solutions for use in industrial & explosive atmospheres, Thorne & Derrick have the knowledge & expertise to help clients prevent unnecessary down time this winter.
We can provide overnight delivery of Trace Heating Cables at the most competitive prices to guarantee frost protection of your pipelines and mechanical services.|Â Ask About Our Heat Trace Design Service.
💡 Contact us today and our skilled and friendly team can provide technical support. As well as this they can offer reliable, fit for purpose and compliant solutions to suit your exact requirements.
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