Tank Heating
Frost Protection For Industrial & Hazardous Areas
In the first of this blog series by Eltherm they will discuss the best electrical trace heating system that will ensure temperature maintenance and freeze prevention for tank heating and containers.
Electrical Heat Tracing made by Eltherm is employed to maintain exact temperatures when transporting temperature-sensitive chemicals in Tank Containers, SWAP Containers, Road Tankers and IBC’s (Intermediate Bulk Containers). Temperature maintenance for tank heating applications is required for substances such as MDI, highly viscous industry materials, oils, resins, fat, coatings, bitumen, adhesives, foods and casting compounds.
Eltherm Tank Container heating systems in operation
A special assembly technique for EHT on Tank Containers developed by Eltherm engineers plus reliable monitoring and control ensures uniform temperature accuracy across the entire tank surface. It is resistant to vibration impact and thus designed for reliable operation. Apart from the Tank Container itself, the EHT system takes account of outlets, riser pies, including insulating sleeves for valves and ball taps.
Thorne & Derrick International, based in the UK, can specify and supply from stock an extensive range of Electrical Heating Equipment for industrial and process heating applications – this includes temperature maintenance and frost protection (Winterisation) products for pipework, valves, IBC’s, drums, hoses, tanks and vessels. We produce custom silicone heaters for rapid and high temperature heat-up of complex shapes and surfaces – from concept, design to the delivery of standard or bespoke heaters on the shortest lead times. From the largest UK heat tracing cable stocks we deliver Electric Trace Heating Systems for pipework frost protection, ramp heating, roof/gutter snow melting and de-icing – enquire about our in-house design service.
Further Reading : Winterisation | Electrical Heating Solutions to Overcome Cold Climate Challenges
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.| Ask About Our Heat Trace Design Service.
💡 Contact us today and our skilled and friendly team can provide technical support as well as reliable, fit for purpose and compliant solutions to suit your exact requirements.
Trace Heating | Process Heating | Heating Jackets | Drum & IBC Heaters | Heated Hoses |Silicone Heating Mats
➡See our Winterisation blog TOP PICKS, including our most read articles about Trace Heating and the requirement for electrical heating products and systems to combat and mitigate Winter weather effects.
Competitive Prices | Extensive Stocks | Technical Support | Express Delivery
Electrical Rail Heat Tracing
Frost Protection For Industrial & Hazardous Areas Available From Stock At T&D
In the fifth of this blog series by Eltherm they will discuss the best electrical trace heating system that will ensure temperature maintenance and freeze prevention to ensure safe railway traffic. Freeze prevention for rails, power rails, & change points.
Freeze prevention is essential for smooth, safe railway traffic, wherever winters are cold. If switch points can be set and the tracks are kept free from ice and snow, trains remain on track and on time. A reliable, energy efficient electrical trace heating system with intelligent monitoring control achieves just that. Rather than wait in the cold, commuters reach their destination punctually. And the train service arrives as it should.
The requirements: optimised heat transfer from the heater to the rail or point, the best possible energy efficiency, simple and fast assembly and minimum maintenance, easy accessibility by assembly to the outside of the rail or change point. In addition, a thermally insulating cover minimises heat loss and offers protection from damage.
Railroad Switch Heaters
Power and control system, the complete electrical rail trace heating and easy-to-fit clamps constitute an integrated system for safe operation covering many miles of rail network: It was this Eltherm solution that convinced Washington‘s Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (WMATA). The task: freeze prevention on the power rails. This avoids interruptions in the power supply caused by ice and snow.
The project started with the Potomac Yard infill station in Alexandria on the Blue and Yellow Lines, followed by the Silver Line, a 23-mile (37 km) extension that links Washington Dulles International Airport to the network. An integrated solution with an extensive power and control monitoring system was developed with the renowned US specialist MC Dean. The compact, flexible constant wattage heater design adapts easily to any rail profile.
Fitted easily with assembly clips, the system minimizes gaps and provides maximum heat transfer to the rail. A specially developed, unique thermal insulating cover profile reduces heat loss and improves heat transfer directly to the top of the power rail.
An Eltherm Rail Heating System In Operation
Schematic Diagram Of The El-Track System
Thorne & Derrick specialise in providing specialist heating for industrial and hazardous areas including Eltherm’s heat tracing cables and heated hoses.
Eltherm heating products provide freeze protection, temperature maintenance and temperature control ranges of up to 1000°C and are used in many industries and applications from oil and gas to utilities and power generation. Eltherm products are manufactured to the highest hazardous area specifications including ATEX and IECEx for heating pipes, hoses, drums, vessels and IBC’s.
Eltherm self regulating heat trace cable provides frost protection and maintains product viscosity in pipes, tanks, drums and vessels
Thorne & Derrick International, based in the UK, can specify and supply from stock an extensive range of Electrical Heating Equipment for industrial and process heating applications – this includes temperature maintenance and frost protection (Winterisation) products for pipework, valves, IBC’s, drums, hoses, tanks and vessels. We produce custom silicone heaters for rapid and high temperature heat-up of complex shapes and surfaces – from concept, design to the delivery of standard or bespoke heaters on the shortest lead times. From the largest UK heat tracing cable stocks we deliver Electric Trace Heating Systems for pipework frost protection, ramp heating, roof/gutter snow melting and de-icing – enquire about our in-house design service.
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.| Ask About Our Heat Trace Design Service.
💡 Contact us today and our skilled and friendly team can provide technical support as well as reliable, fit for purpose and compliant solutions to suit your exact requirements.
Trace Heating | Process Heating | Heating Jackets | Drum & IBC Heaters | Heated Hoses |Silicone Heating Mats
➡See our Winterisation blog TOP PICKS, including our most read articles about Trace Heating and the requirement for electrical heating products and systems to combat and mitigate Winter weather effects.
Competitive Prices | Extensive Stocks | Technical Support | Express Delivery
Temperature Maintenance In Hot and Cold Bitumen Processes In Industrial & Hazardous Areas
Frost Protection For Industrial & Hazardous Areas Available From Stock At T&D
In the seventh of this blog series by Eltherm they will discuss the best electrical trace heating system including heated hoses will ensure temperature maintenance and freeze prevention to keep Bitumen flowable at 180ºC.
Cold recyclers are used to skim the old road surface and apply a new surface simultaneously. The skimmed material is then recycled. To achieve a homogeneous surface finish, hot Bitumen is added to the process. b Due to the varying width of the working surface, the feeder hoses need to be flexible and up to 5 m long.
Bitumen is used in road construction for asphalt overlays and to repair road damage. It is also used in joint and sealing technology for concrete and asphalt surfaces. Hot asphalt installation is a highly automated process in which heated pressure hoses are used to keep the bitumen at 180 °C. Without heat tracing, bitumen would loose its flowability and pumpability, causing damage to machines, pumps and dispensers.
Related Applications
Heated pressure hoses serve to maintain a constant temperature for transporting oil, grease, wax, resin, tar, paint, water, glue, plastics or casting compounds. The heated hose is implemented in machines and robotic systems.
Schematic view of a bitumen processing unit
Thorne & Derrick specialise in providing specialist heating for industrial and hazardous areas including Eltherm’s heat tracing cables and heated hoses.
Eltherm heating products provide freeze protection, temperature maintenance and temperature control ranges of up to 1000°C and are used in many industries and applications from oil and gas to utilities and power generation. Eltherm products are manufactured to the highest hazardous area specifications including ATEX and IECEx for heating pipes, hoses, drums, vessels and IBC’s.
Eltherm self regulating heat trace cable provides frost protection and maintains product viscosity in pipes, tanks, drums and vessels
Thorne & Derrick International, based in the UK, can specify and supply from stock an extensive range of Electrical Heating Equipment for industrial and process heating applications – this includes temperature maintenance and frost protection (Winterisation) products for pipework, valves, IBC’s, drums, hoses, tanks and vessels. We produce custom silicone heaters for rapid and high temperature heat-up of complex shapes and surfaces – from concept, design to the delivery of standard or bespoke heaters on the shortest lead times. From the largest UK heat tracing cable stocks we deliver Electric Trace Heating Systems for pipework frost protection, ramp heating, roof/gutter snow melting and de-icing – enquire about our in-house design service.
Further Reading : Winterisation | Electrical Heating Solutions to Overcome Cold Climate Challenges
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.| Ask About Our Heat Trace Design Service.
💡 Contact us today and our skilled and friendly team can provide technical support as well as reliable, fit for purpose and compliant solutions to suit your exact requirements.
Trace Heating | Process Heating | Heating Jackets | Drum & IBC Heaters | Heated Hoses |Silicone Heating Mats
➡See our Winterisation blog TOP PICKS, including our most read articles about Trace Heating and the requirement for electrical heating products and systems to combat and mitigate Winter weather effects.
Competitive Prices | Extensive Stocks | Technical Support | Express Delivery
Temperature Maintenance In Adhesive Technology In Industrial & Hazardous Areas
Frost Protection For Industrial & Hazardous Areas Available From Stock At T&D
In the first of this blog series by Eltherm they will discuss the best electrical trace heating system that will ensure temperature maintenance and freeze prevention of adhesives is a crucial aspect of ensuring a smooth work flow.
Adhesive technology is replacing welding as a production method in the automotive industry: 70% of all assembly processes in car production involves high high adhesives that speed up production and lower costs while making the car frame and body lighter and safer. Adhesives types include single and compound glues, polyurethanes and epoxy resins, as well as structural adhesives. Temperature maintenance of these adhesives is a crucial aspect of ensuring a smooth work flow.
Systems in the Automotive Industry
Adhesive Technology for Automotive – exact dosing and temperature control
With many years of experience working with leading suppliers and automobile manufacturers, Eltherm offers specialised heat tracing solutions for the entire range of automotive adhesive applications. The objective is to ensure smooth work flow, trouble-free operations and high productivity at a supreme level of quality and reliability – achieved with:
Since coating in automotive environments can be seriously disrupted by even the slightest hint of silicon, Eltherm operates a silicon free (LABS-free) production lab for automotive heated hoses and heating jackets.
Electrical Heat Tracing Systems for the Automotive Industry
Eltherm Heated Hoses
Thorne & Derrick specialise in providing specialist heating for industrial and hazardous areas including Eltherm’s heat tracing cables and heated hoses.
Eltherm heating products provide freeze protection, temperature maintenance and temperature control ranges of up to 1000°C and are used in many industries and applications from oil and gas to utilities and power generation. Eltherm products are manufactured to the highest hazardous area specifications including ATEX and IECEx for heating pipes, hoses, drums, vessels and IBC’s.
Eltherm self regulating heat trace cable provides frost protection and maintains product viscosity in pipes, tanks, drums and vessels
Thorne & Derrick International, based in the UK, can specify and supply from stock an extensive range of Electrical Heating Equipment for industrial and process heating applications – this includes temperature maintenance and frost protection (Winterisation) products for pipework, valves, IBC’s, drums, hoses, tanks and vessels. We produce custom silicone heaters for rapid and high temperature heat-up of complex shapes and surfaces – from concept, design to the delivery of standard or bespoke heaters on the shortest lead times. From the largest UK heat tracing cable stocks we deliver Electric Trace Heating Systems for pipework frost protection, ramp heating, roof/gutter snow melting and de-icing – enquire about our in-house design service.
Further Reading : Winterisation | Electrical Heating Solutions to Overcome Cold Climate Challenges
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.| Ask About Our Heat Trace Design Service.
💡 Contact us today and our skilled and friendly team can provide technical support as well as reliable, fit for purpose and compliant solutions to suit your exact requirements.
Trace Heating | Process Heating | Heating Jackets | Drum & IBC Heaters | Heated Hoses |Silicone Heating Mats
➡See our Winterisation blog TOP PICKS, including our most read articles about Trace Heating and the requirement for electrical heating products and systems to combat and mitigate Winter weather effects.
Competitive Prices | Extensive Stocks | Technical Support | Express Delivery
UKCA Certified Lighting | ATEX Lights
Hazardous Area Lighting
Stocked & Distributed by Thorne & Derrick International
With the UK leaving the EU, ATEX certification for lighting has been replaced by the ‘UKCA’ mark for manufacturers selling hazardous area products into the UK.
Raytec have been working closely with their UK notified body, Eurofins CML to ensure certificates are constantly updated to the latest edition of the standards for all hazardous area lighting in their range. This has allowed Raytec to be one of the first to obtain UKCA certificate numbers.
These will be incorporated into SPARTAN luminaires and hazardous area lighting products over the coming weeks with 3 certificate numbers included on each label – ATEX, IEC Ex and UKCA – allowing the same luminaire to be used worldwide.
While there’s a period of grace to obtain the new UKCA certification, until 01/01/22, many end users will begin to insist that products must conform to the new UKCA certification as soon as possible.
One of the main criteria behind obtaining the new UKCA certification is that products must be approved to the latest editions of the EN60079 standards. Products still using ATEX certificates may have been certified against editions of the standards that could be over 15 years old – with many major changes to the standards in that time, these products may struggle to meet the latest criteria.
💡 Did you Know? Thorne & Derrick using latest software provide a FREE LIGHTING DESIGN SERVICE for the specification and supply of ATEX & IECEx Certified light fittings to provide safe and reliable lighting in explosive atmospheres and hazardous area locations.
Industry leading manufacturers of Lighting Products for hazardous areas | Raytec
SPARTAN is a full range of Ex LED luminaires and lighting approved for all ATEX and IEC Ex Zone 1 and Zone 2 hazardous area environments, including UL /CSA C1D2 installations. The hazardous area lighting products are designed for the most extreme environments – Flood, Linear, Bulkhead, Bay and Crane luminaires with emergency and industrial lighting versions are also available from Thorne & Derrick International.
Thorne & Derrick’s hazardous area lighting design service is completely free of charge, providing you with a visual 3D representation of the final lighting solution, with detailed lux levels and a true indication of lighting performance. Our lighting design experts will guide you through the entire process, ensuring the optimum lighting solution is achieved.
Further Reading | How to Achieve Energy Efficiency With Carbon Reductions by ATEX LED Lighting Upgrades
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Published 13 Mar 2020
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