Efficiency and Reliability Audio Case Studies
Efficiency and Reliability Audio Case Studies
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Listen to our case studies that focus on challenges and innovative solutions for combating corrosion and erosion issues in industrial plants.
EPISODE 14 - How Can Refineries Cut Costs And Reduce Fuel Use In Their Catalytic Reforming Unit Fired Heaters
In this audio case study, we discuss how refineries can instantly reduce fuel consumption and save costs with the process tube Hot Tube Descaling process on their live heater.
Feb 16, 2024
4 min
EPISODE 13 - How a Plant Stopped CFB Boiler Tube Repairs From 500 To 0
In this audio case study, we'll talk about the changing maintenance strategy of the power plant operating two Circulating Fluidized Bed boilers. In 2015, they required 500 tube repairs across their units, leading to severe production disruptions. We'll explain why their boiler reliability was compromised and what they learned from it.
Feb 2, 2024
6 min
EPISODE 12 - HVTS Eliminates Waste Heat Recovery Boiler Corrosion at Copper Smelter
In this audio case study, we explore how a copper smelter addressed extensive downtime, high replacement costs, and logistical challenges associated with their waste heat boiler.
Feb 2, 2024
2 min
EPISODE 11 - Furnace Hot Spot Repair in the Live Tail Gas Incinerator Saves $156 Million
In this audio case study, discover how IGS's Hot Refractory Repair prevented a potential $156 million shutdown cost for a Central Asian oil and gas producer. It also highlighted the crucial role of proactive maintenance in sustaining uninterrupted energy production.
Jan 16, 2024
5 min
EPISODE 10 - Autoclave Lining Repair at a Copper Facility
In this audio case study, we discuss the application of Weld Metal Overlay in an African copper facility, detailing its impact on reducing corrosion, minimizing maintenance downtime, and enhancing operational efficiency.
Jan 6, 2024
4 min
EPISODE 9 - IGS Addressed a Process Vessel Emergency on Christmas Eve
I'm going to tell you a Christmas story where we addressed an emergency for a refinery in Texas. This story highlights IGS's commitment to efficiency and reliability. We hope that you will not be facing emergencies during the holiday season, but if you do, you know who to call.
Dec 21, 2023
1 min
EPISODE 8 - Mitigating Erosion: HVTS Cladding Solution for QAPCO Quench Column
In this case study, we discuss how IGS's High-Velocity Thermal Spray (HVTS) Cladding technology solved erosion issues in QAPCO's Quench Column VE140001.
Dec 14, 2023
4 min
EPISODE 7 - Successful Revamp of a 40-year-old Steam-Methane Reformer Furnace
This episode examines a successful application of Cetek high emissivity coating to the radiant section of an SMR reformer which was experiencing excessive fuel firing.
Dec 6, 2023
6 min
EPISODE 6 - Tube Tech Increases Thermal Efficiency by 3% at Tüpraş Izmir Refinery in Turkey
In today's episode, explore the solution provided by Tube Tech (an IGS solution) that not only increased thermal efficiency by 3% at the Tüpraş Izmir Refinery in Turkey but also significantly enhanced heat transfer efficiency.
Nov 29, 2023
5 min
EPISODE 5 - IGS ClearStream Chromium-6 Filtration for Safe HVTS Application
In today's episode, explore the successful collaboration between IGS and a power & light facility as they address high-temperature corrosion in a gas turbine, utilizing innovative HVTS cladding, along with safety measures and environmental considerations, to ensure prolonged operational efficiency.
Nov 9, 2023
3 min
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