Process heating accounts for more than one-third of the total energy used in America’s industrial facilities, making fuel a huge expense to companies that use it. And because combustion equipment is the cornerstone of a process heat system, fuel isn’t an expense that can be trimmed from the budget.

Given the condition of our economy, it’s no secret that companies are being conservative with their resources. Manufacturers, among the hardest hit, are “pinching pennies” by eliminating unnecessary expenditures.

The good news is that most companies who use process heat equipment can do something very simple to save money: perform regular maintenance.

Operating process heat equipment at its optimal level through maintenance will not only curb fuel costs by ensuring proper fuel/air ration and efficient flame quality, but it will also reduce downtime and increase production by reducing unexpected failures.

Other benefits include:

*Reducing NOx and CO2 emissions;

*Improved safety by reducing the risk of fires or other hazards;

*Increased equipment life and National Fire Protection Association, FM, and Gap (IRI) code compliance,

In addition to being a best practice, ensuring your system is up to today’s standards will improve your company’s bottom line.

Melanie Brinck, of Stelter & Brinck is the author of this piece. Stelter & Brinck designs, manufactures and services direct and indirect air heaters, thermal and catalytic oxidizers, afterburners, fume incinerators, and tundish and ladle preheaters. For more information about the company call 513-367- 9300 or visit www.stelterbrinck.com.

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