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Published 06 Nov 2023
Transforming working conditions The existing installation Raytec predominantly used 2x58W T8 fluorescent fittings, mounted 4.1m above the factory floor, combined with emergency twin spot style fittings to provide backup illumination in the event of mains power being lost. With many of the old fluorescent tubes degrading and beginning to...
Published 03 Nov 2023
Heating Solutions Firstly pressure hoses serve to heat media, maintain a constant temperature and transport media such as the following without heat loss: oil, grease, wax, resin, tar, paint, water, glue, plastic, casting compound, food and many more. Eltherm’s heated hose is mounted on movable system and machine parts...
Published 03 Nov 2023
RAMP Heating The presence of ice and snow can quickly turn stairways, walkways and driveways into hazardous slippery surfaces. In sub-zero temperatures the heightened risk of accidents pose as a threat to both vehicles and pedestrians. The ELSR-Ramp is a ramp heating cable manufactured by Eltherm, that is designed...
Published 03 Nov 2023
Electrical Heating System Above all, the DirectConnect medium voltage electric systems slash installation and lifecycle costs. Whilst providing pollution-free operation for process heating. Chromalox sees process industries moving to medium voltage heating for applications greater than 879 kW (3 MMBtu/hr). These systems bring a safe and reliable technical design...
Published 03 Nov 2023
Equipment Safety The distiller recently built a new innovation centre which is being used for the development of new whiskies. The new gas monitoring system was required for this building. The primary target gases were ethanol (which is a by-product of whisky production) and carbon dioxide (which is a...
