Refineries and Process Industry

In refineries and process industries, maintaining efficient operations relies heavily on clean and functional heat transfer systems. Approximately 0.25% of the world’s GDP is lost due to heat exchanger fouling, according to multiple reputable research analyses*.

Scale buildup, fouling, microbial contamination, and crude oil byproducts can significantly reduce system efficiency, increase energy consumption, and lead to unplanned downtime. These challenges not only disrupt production but also result in higher maintenance costs and compromised system reliability.

Traditional Approaches

Commonly used methods to address these challenges often involve chemical treatments and manual cleaning. While these approaches can provide short-term relief, they have significant drawbacks, including operational downtime, high labor costs, and environmental risks associated with chemical use and disposal.

CQM GROUP’s Innovative Solution

CQM GROUP offers advanced, chemical-free solutions tailored to the unique demands of refineries and process industries.

The Automatic Tube Cleaning System (ATCS) ensures continuous cleaning of condenser and heat exchanger tubes and shells using specialized cleaning balls. This process cleans the system, prevents fouling, and keeps heat transfer systems operating at peak efficiency without requiring system shutdowns.

*Müller-Steinhagen, H. & Malayeri, M.R. & Watkinson, Paul. (2005). Fouling of Heat Exchangers-New Approaches to Solve an Old Problem. Heat Transfer Engineering. 26. 1-4. 10.1080/01457630590889906.