SubscribeIn response to market demand, Inditherm has developed a revolutionary modular pipework heating systems.
This enables more rapid installation and provides higher standards of hygiene, improved health and safety, energy savings, and improved temperature control. The system comprises modular, heated pipe sections that are manufactured off-site.
Utilising Inditherm's patented low voltage conductive polymer technology as the heat source, the systems are very reliable, safe and use approximately 25% of the energy of alternative heating technologies. Used widely throughout the food processing, confectionery, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries, Inditherm Modular Heating Systems are a major step forward in the way such systems are installed and operated.
Key Benefits
Reduced energy costs. Because the system uses Inditherm's unique low voltage carbon-based polymer, and only switches on when the temperature of the fluid drops below its pre-determined level, energy is conserved.
Comparative site measurements by leading manufacturers have shown that the running costs of Inditherm are typically only 25% of those for other heating systems.
Higher standards of hygiene. Unique outer cladding with the option of 316L stainless steel ensures the very highest levels of hygiene.
Rapid installation time. Inditherm's low voltage heating pads are secured to the pipework, along with insulation and cladding, in a factory setting, prior to transport to the site. This allows very rapid installation and reduces health and safety issues on site.
Tight temperature control. This system will allow the temperature to be managed to within ±1°C, ensuring you have complete control of your process at all times.
Installation Options
There are two types of system available, professionally engineered to suit customer's individual needs:
Option 1: Conventional cladding made of stainless steel or AluzincTM secured in position by rivets.
Option 2: Rigid, welded 1.4mm thick stainless steel cladding with 3mm welded end caps. For use where hygiene is critical.
Typical Applications
Inditherm's modular process pipework systems can be used for heating of the following materials:
Fats.- Oils.
- Chocolate.
- Glucose.
- Liquid sugars.
- Syrups.
- Chemicals and surfactants.
Technical Specification
| Temperature Range: | Ambient up to 120°C. |
| Pipework: | Material to suit user requirements. Minimum outside diameter 37mm (1.5”); maximum diameter 300mm (12”). |
| Heating Pads: | Inditherm conductive polymer bonded onto silicon coated glass cloth and laminated. Taped to pipe with glass tape. |
| Insulation: | To suit application and to minimise heat loss. Typically 40mm of rigid phenolic foam or 50mm foil-faced mineral wool. |
| Cladding (Option 1): | Stainless steel or Aluzinc cladding to suit application with swaged end caps. All seams mastic sealed. |
| Cladding (Option 2): | 1.4mm welded stainless steel cladding with 3mm welded end caps. |
| Couplings: | To suit requirement. Typically tri-clover, RJT joints or flanges. |
| Mounting Brackets: | Steel brackets to suit site standards. |
| Removable Jackets: | Heating sections with insulation and enclosed in reinforced chemical & water resistant covers, secured by hook-and-loop and/or removable straps. Weight to BS3424/5A: 560g/m2±25g/m2. |
| Mains Voltage: | 115 / 230 / 415 Vac 50Hz. |
| Transformer Voltage: | 24Vac to 36Vac. |
| Control Panel: | IP55 rated enclosure, rated to suit the application. |
| Temperature Control: | PID thermostat control to ±1°C. |
| Temp/Current Protection: | Internal thermal fuse. |
Inditherm Conductive Polymer Technology
Inditherm conductive polymer technology (CPT) is based on a unique carbon-based polymer that generates uniform heat across its entire surface when energised by a low voltage power source.
The Inditherm has fabric-like qualities and flexibility that enable it to be used on pipes and on most industrial components, including items with shapes that are normally difficult to heat. In addition, it is ideal for heating large, flat areas.
The Inditherm polymer is encapsulated in an appropriate, insulated outer cover, depending upon the application. Heated pads can be made to a suitable length to fit between brackets, flanges, etc.
For further information contact Marc Hayes at +44 1709 761000 or mhayes@indithermplc.com.