Waste Heat Recovery
DEC.WHR™
Energy-intensive industrial processes generate substantial high-temperature waste heat, representing a significant untapped resource. Recovering this waste heat, particularly from flue gases, offers a substantial opportunity to enhance industrial process efficiency and mitigate millions of tonnes of annual CO2 emissions.
When the process conditions allows (e.g. when VOC in the emission stream reaches higher than normal), hot stream flowing through the flue gas stack, can be used for beneficial purposes. Waste Heat Recovery System (WHRS) is a technology used to capture and reuse heat that would otherwise be wasted in industrial processes. Essentially, it recovers heat from exhaust gases, fluids, or other waste streams and transforms it into usable energy, often in the form of electricity or additional reusable thermal energy.
DEC.WHR™ module acts as a secondary heat recovery, providing additional energy savings:
By utilizing this waste heat, the facility may reduce its reliance on traditional fuel sources like natural gas (CH4) or propane (LPG). The specific application chosen will depend on factors like the facility's existing needs and the temperature of the recovered heat stream. This could translate to significant cost savings on the energy bill, leading to a more competitive operating cost structure.
DEC.WHR™ essentially allows the XTO™ • thermal oxidizer to operate with a "closed-loop" approach for thermal energy. This reduces the overall energy demand of the system, making it more efficient. A more efficient system translates to lower operating costs and a smaller environmental footprint.
Overall, waste heat recovery in XTOs offers a compelling solution for manufacturing facilities. It lowers operating costs, enhances efficiency, improves sustainability, and even offers potential revenue generation opportunities. These combined benefits can significantly improve a facility's competitive advantage in today's market.
Waste To Energy module | DEC.WTE™
By utilizing the solvent waste as fuel in the XTO™ units, the thermal oxidizer will require less external fuel to maintain the oxidation temperature. Instead of paying for solvent waste disposal, the DEC.WTE™ module will convert waste to a fuel source, potentially creating a cost-saving opportunity.
