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Published 13 Jun 2025
Project Spotlight – Biodiesel Heat Tracing in Spain As the global energy industry pivots toward sustainable solutions, trace heating continues to play a vital role in supporting the infrastructure required for cleaner fuels like biodiesel. The focus on the project was to ensure the reliable and energy-efficient transport of...
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Published 30 Apr 2025
Rising Trace Heating Costs In recent years, the cost of trace heating systems has continued to rise — particularly with well-known market leaders. For engineers, specifiers, and procurement professionals under increasing budget constraints, this presents a challenge: how to maintain system performance, safety, and compliance without escalating costs. Whether...
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Published 01 Jun 2024
ELSR-H+ and ELSR-SH+ Self Regulating heat tracing cables Introducing the Next Generation of Self-Regulating Heating Cables for use in explosive atmospheres, the NEW ELSR-H+& ELSR-SH+ cables. These innovative self-regulating cables, manufactured by Eltherm, are designed for industrial applications that demand robust performance in high-temperature environments. Their cutting-edge technology ensures reliable...
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Published 08 Mar 2024
Custom Engineered Trace Heating Systems & Solutions Power Station Trace Heating Thorne & Derrick together with Eltherm UK are able to provide custom-engineered trace heating solutions and systems to power stations worldwide. This includes aiding with maintenance work and providing site health services to ensure each power station...
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Published 10 Jan 2024
Ramp Heating System Maintenance & Testing Schedule The ELSR-RAMP is a ramp heating system manufactured by Eltherm. It is used to prevent ice and snow buildup on ramps, driveways, walkways, and other surfaces to prevent slips and falls during winter months. Testing and maintenance of the ELSR-RAMP should be...
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