Low cost steam trap station
used to remove condensate and air or other incondensable gases from
a production pipeline - that is suitable for use in pharmaceutical
applications. The all-in-one unit is designed to reduce
installation and maintenance costs, according to the firm.
The STS17 is a complete welded assembly comprising isolation valves, a steam trap connector with strainer and a check valve. Apart from the steam traps themselves, no other components need to be purchased.
Traditionally, steam traps are welded or screwed into the pipeline and considerable work is needed to remove them for maintenance, said Spirax Sarco. Often this means that the trap is left in place until a planned system shutdown. If the trap is stuck open and passing live steam, considerable energy can be wasted. And if the trap is blocked, process efficiency can be affected.
"The Quick-Fit system cuts the time taken to replace a steam trap from up to two hours to as little as four minutes," according to the company.
The STS17 can be fitted with optional automatic steam trap monitoring facilities to detect when it is passing steam or is blocked and backing up. Using a handheld monitor or wall-mounted panel, steam trap operation can be checked at the touch of a button.
For further information on the STS17 steam trap station, visit Spirax Sarco's website or e-mail jroradhvevrf@fcvenkfnepb.pbz.
