drying technology

Heat exchanger

Compact unit for waste heat utilisation

The Heat exchanger is perfectly tailored to the utilisation of waste heat attained from biogas and combined heat power plants.

The completely individual combination of fan and heating coil enables us to meet all the demands of our customers. This has been especially compiled to allow a quick and easy air-heating for container-drying and storage ventilation drying.

At a flow temperature of 80° C and a return flow temperature of 65°C, the air temperatures shown in the table in °C obtain at an ambient temperature of 20°C at the output side of the Heat exchanger.

The control system is adjusted and fitted according to your plant.

How does a heat exchanger work?

A heat exchanger transfers heat from one medium (e.g. air, water) to another without the two media coming into contact with each other. This is achieved by a thermally conductive separating surface that allows heat to flow between the media.

The process in detail

  • Entry of media:
    Two media – one hot, one cold – flow through separate channels in the heat exchanger.
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  • Heat transfer:
    The hot medium releases energy through the separating surface, which the cold medium absorbs.
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  • Exit of the media:
    The hot medium leaves the heat exchanger cooled, while the cold medium is heated.

Why is this happening?

The process follows the principle of thermodynamics: Heat flows from an area of higher temperature to an area of lower temperature. This physical property is specifically used in the heat exchanger to make processes more efficient.

The heat exchanger uses the different temperatures to enable efficient transfer. The advantage of this process is that the energy is not lost, but transferred from one medium to the other – resulting in considerable energy savings. This not only saves operating costs, but also helps to protect the environment by wasting less energy

What are the advantages of a heat exchanger?

The purchase of a heat exchanger has numerous advantages – both economically and ecologically:

  • Energy efficiency
    Heat exchangers reduce energy losses by recovering waste heat and making it usable again. This saves energy and reduces operating costs.
  • Environmental friendliness
    The optimized use of energy reduces CO₂ emissions. Heat exchangers therefore make an active contribution to conserving resources.
  • Cost savings
    The reuse of waste heat leads to considerable savings in energy costs – a clear competitive advantage, especially with rising energy prices.
  • Versatility and flexibility
    Our heat exchangers can be used in a wide range of processes, from drying to process heat, and can be individually adapted.
  • Long service life
    High-quality materials and first-class workmanship guarantee a long service life and reliable operation, even under demanding conditions.

Who would benefit from a heat exchanger?

Heat exchangers are a worthwhile investment for many industries. Here are some examples of where they are particularly useful:

  • Agriculture
    In agriculture, a heat exchanger is mainly used in drying processes:

    • Grain drying: Energy-efficient heating of the drying air for gentle and even drying.
    • Hay drying: Efficient use of waste heat to dry hay quickly and gently without losing nutrients.

 

  • Energy generation – combined heat and power units (CHP)
    Waste heat is generated in a combined heat and power plant, which can be recovered with a heat exchanger and used for heating or production processes. This significantly increases overall efficiency.

 

  • Biogas plants
    Heat exchangers support the fermentation process by keeping the temperature in the fermenter stable and at the same time reusing excess heat.

 

  • Industry and trade
    From food processing to the chemical industry, heat exchangers offer a reliable solution for cooling and heating processes. They ensure efficiency and stability in production.

 

  • Building technology
    In building services engineering, heat exchangers improve the efficiency of ventilation and heating systems by recovering heat from the exhaust air.

Why heat exchangers from Ambros Schmelzer?

    1. Customized solutions
      Every business is unique – which is why we develop heat exchangers that are perfectly tailored to your individual requirements.
    2. Highest quality
      Our products are made from durable, high-quality materials that work reliably even under the toughest conditions.
    3. Efficient technology
      Our heat exchangers are based on state-of-the-art technology and offer maximum energy yield with minimum energy consumption.
    4. Comprehensive service
      From the initial consultation to planning, installation and maintenance, we support you with our expertise and experience.
    5. Experience and innovation
      With decades of experience and continuous development, we offer heat exchanger solutions that meet the highest standards.

Heat-Box

The heat box is a complete heat exchanger unit for an outdoor installation. The different sizes are optimally adapted to the drying with waste heat.

At a flow temparature of 80°C and a return flow temparature of 65°C, the air temparatures shown in the table in C° obtain at an ambient temparature of 20°C at the output side of the Air-Heater.

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