Heating in Industry
Heating
Due to its capability to handle temperatures up to 240°C, Grundfos pumps are well-suited for a wide range of applications. Cooling is an essential part of industrial processes, ensuring that equipment operates efficiently and safely within specified temperature ranges.
Grundfos offers standard single-stage and multistage centrifugal pumps capable of circulating fluids with a maximum temperature of up to 120°C. Managing high fluid temperatures requires careful attention to prevent excessive heat generation at the seals. Additionally, these pumps are designed to minimize downtime and reduce costs significantly. For this specific challenge, Grundfos provides robust pumps that effectively dissipate heat using air-cooled shaft seals, which are readily compatible with hot water (up to 180°C) and hot oil (up to 240°C). All hot water pumps can be installed with frequency converters to ensure reliable temperature control during sterilization processes.
Observation
Working at high temperatures is crucially important when considering the use of specialty rubber materials. These materials can be applied effectively if oil is part of the process, although certain types of rubber may dissolve in oil.
- Choosing Motor Sizes: When you need to pump different types of oils, it’s essential to be cautious about selecting motor sizes due to changes in the viscosity of the fluid when temperatures fluctuate.
- Issues with Hot Water Pumping: Pumping hot water often involves challenges with excessively low air pressure, which increases the risk of air pockets forming within the pump.
