Hot spots can considerably reduce the life of furnace tubes. To monitor hot spots, tubeskins should be equipped with a reliable, robust temperature measurement system. Multipoint thermocouple assemblies can quickly alert operators when hot spots occur. In addition, …
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Why WIKA USA Is a Global Leader in Temperature Sensors
Robert Torgerson | TemperatureWIKA has long been a top manufacturer of temperature sensors and temperature measurement solutions. After the company acquired Gayesco International, WIKA USA greatly increased its capabilities and expertise in temperature measurement for the petrochemical and refining …
How to Maximize Furnace Tube Life and Determine How Much Life Is Left
Robert Torgerson | Know-how, TemperatureReforming reactions in syngas (synthesis gas) plants require high heat, which takes a toll on the lifespan of furnace tubes. The higher the temperature, the shorter the tube life. Using a simple formula based on temperature measurements over time, plant operators can …
Temperature Measurements in Hydrocracking Units: Solutions by WIKA
Robert Torgerson | TemperatureCracking furnaces in refineries operate under extreme conditions. To perform at their best, hydrocracking units rely on sophisticated temperature measurement systems. WIKA USA offers a complete portfolio of accurate and reliable temperature measurement solutions for …
Increasing Refineries’ Bottom Line with Reliable Temperature Measurement Solutions
Robert Torgerson | Know-how, TemperatureThere is a direct relationship between tubeskin temperature measurement and hydrocracker performance. Too-high or too-low temperatures can lead to slowdowns, shutdowns, furnace tube failures, and other costly losses. To improve bottom-line performance, refineries need …