There are different ways to clean tubes, and the type of tube cleaning tools you use will depend on the application. Let's take a look at some of the most common kinds of tube cleaners:
Do you know what is retubing, and why is it important? Retubing is the process of replacing an aging or damaged tube in a heat transfer vessel. It is considered a routine maintenance procedure and can help improve the reliability and longevity of the vessel.
Plugging tubes are one of the most convenient ways to repair shell-and-tube types of heat exchangers. It can be an effective and reliable method to fix a heat exchanger when done properly. However, it could cause more harm than good if not executed carefully.
Vienna, VA – April 27, 2022 – ABMA is excited to share that Elliott Tool Technologies, Nationwide Boiler and WARE are the inaugural recipients of the Excellence in Boiler Innovation (EBI) Awards that were presented at BOILER 2022.
In the world of industrial maintenance, there are various tools and gauges used to measure different aspects of machinery. Of these tools, tube gauges are some of the most important when it comes to tube tool installation and maintenance. They are used to measure the thickness or diameter of tubes, these gauges are essential for ensuring that heat transfer equipment is running smoothly and efficiently.
Let’s Talk About Boilers: How Often Should They Be Serviced? Whether you are an Industrial Maintenance, or Manufacturing Manager, you have a lot on your plate. [...]
In an increasingly competitive, global marketplace, reducing costs and improving lead times are critical for success. Accomplishing this while also improving quality and safety is a challenging task for any business. These considerations are why many businesses look to build strong partnerships with suppliers. A good partnership builds trust, increases collaboration, and enables teamwork to solve these challenges.
Elliott Tool Technologies, a USA based tube tool manufacturer, presented their first annual Gustav Wiedeke award to John Derrick at Total Boiler & Mechanical. This award highlights the importance of customer participation in Elliott’s new product development process and encourages others to collaborate with Elliott to overcome industry challenges.
Standards and processes are at the core of every business. From internal operating procedures to federal regulations, there are many different types of standards a company must follow in order to be successful. Therefore, it’s important to know how to identify what standards impact your business and how to adopt them.
Similar to a shell and tube heat exchanger, air coolers are made up of stacked finned tubes with header or water boxes on either end of the vessel. While air cooler maintenance can be challenging, there are a few tips and tricks that can help make the process easier.
