A properly functioning steam system increases production capacity and saves energy! A properly functioning steam trap is an important factor in ensuring optimal operation of your steam system. So you should have a steam trap survey, and the associated assessment of your steam system, performed regularly. This avoids (excessively) high energy costs and damage to your system.

Benefits of a steam trap survey

Prevent damage to your steam system
Reduce energy costs
You receive an explanation of the system including solutions for possible problems
Reduced emissions of harmful substances
Fast payback

Steam trap operation

A steam trap discharges condensate from the steam system (piping and heat exchangers). This prevents damage to the steam system and improves the efficiency of the heat exchangers.

Prevent damage

If condensate find its way into the steam pipes it can cause considerable damage to your steam system (water velocities of up to 40m/s instead of the permitted 2 to 3 m/s). Water hammer is a common problem caused by poor steam trap operation.

Save energy

The discharged condensate still contains a significant amount of energy which can be fed back into the steam system or utilised for low-temperature energy needs. If the condensate is fed back into the steam system, the heat in the condensate reduces the amount of energy needed to heat up the feed water. It also reduces the blowdown discharge losses from the steam boiler. In addition to recovering energy from the condensate, additional CO2 and NOx emissions are avoided (environmentally friendly). The energy savings alone mean that the cost of a steam trap survey can be recouped extremely quickly.