At BTM, we take immense pride in pushing the limits of engineering and design to deliver state of the art solutions for our clients.
Recently, our team completed a truly exceptional project, a 10,000 litre pressure vessel fabricated from 316 stainless steel designed to meet the most demanding needs of the chemical industry.
This isn’t just any ordinary vessel. It’s a versatile powerhouse featuring a reactor, mixer, heating and cooling system and an extensive array of fittings.
In this blog post we’ll dive deep into the intricate design of this pressure vessel, highlight the unique features that set it apart and give credit to the incredible attention to detail that went into its fabrication.
Let’s explore why this vessel is not only a thing of beauty but a critical component for our client’s industrial process.
A Marvel of Engineering - 10,000 litres of Versatility
Our latest project isn’t just large in size; it's designed to take on multiple roles in a single integrated system. From reaction processing to mixer functions, this 10,000 litre pressure vessel is truly a jack of all trades. Here's a breakdown of its key components:
Reactor and Mixer
The vessel is built to handle both reaction and mixing functions. It can support various chemical processes, including catalytic reactions, polymerisation or other industrial processes where substances need to be mixed under controlled conditions.
The mixer is designed to ensure an even distribution of heat, temperature and material inside the vessel, making it ideal for consistent and efficient reactions.
Heating and Cooling System
One of the standout features of this pressure vessel is its integrated heating and cooling system. This system ensures that the vessel can maintain precise temperature control; a critical factor in many chemical processes.
The dimple plate design on both the side and bottom walls facilitates efficient heat transfer. These plates allow the vessel to be heated or cooled from multiple angles, ensuring uniform temperature distribution throughout the tank.
Million Fittings
It’s not an exaggeration! This vessel is equipped with a vast array of fittings, designed for monitoring, controlling and managing the internal environment. From temperature sensors to pressure gauges, to valves for regulating the flow of reactants and products every fitting plays a crucial role in ensuring the vessel operates smoothly.
The Perfect Material: 316 Stainless Steel
This pressure vessel is made from 316 stainless steel, which is widely recognised for its exceptional corrosion resistance and durability in harsh industrial environments. When you’re working in the chemical industry, the materials used in the construction of the vessel are paramount.
Platform Mounted Design for Enhanced Accessibility
This pressure vessel isn’t just functional; it’s built with accessibility and safety in mind. The platform mounted design ensures that the vessel is elevated, allowing operators to safely access and service the vessel’s top, sides and fittings without difficulty.
Dimple Plate - Maximising Heat Transfer Efficiency
The dimple plate feature is one of the key innovations in this pressure vessel design. Dimple plates are a heat exchanger technology that maximises surface area for efficient heat transfer.
Here’s how it works:
Enhanced Heat Transfer: The dimpled surface on the side and bottom walls helps distribute heat evenly throughout the vessel ensuring that the heating and cooling components work effectively.
Durability: Dimple plates are highly durable and resistant to damage, even under the high pressure conditions that many chemical reactions can create.
Cost Efficiency: By improving heat transfer, the dimple plate design reduces the energy required to heat or cool the contents of the vessel, leading to long term cost savings.
BTM’s Exceptional Attention to Detail
What really sets this project apart is the sheer attention to detail that went into the design and fabrication of this pressure vessel. From the custom fittings to the perfectly aligned dimple plates, every aspect of this vessel was carefully considered.
Every weld, every fitting and every component was meticulously crafted to ensure that the vessel meets the highest standards of quality and performance. Our team’s focus on precision engineering ensures that this pressure vessel will not only perform flawlessly but also stand the test of time.
We understand that each client has unique needs and this vessel was designed with the specific requirements of our chemical industry client in mind. From the size and shape to the specific features, it’s a tailor made solution designed for optimal performance.
Our rigorous quality control checks ensure that every aspect of this pressure vessel meets or exceeds industry standards. We don’t cut corners; only the best will do.
Heading to the Chemical Industry
This stunning 10,000 litre pressure vessel will soon be deployed for use in the chemical industry, where precision and reliability are paramount. With its ability to react, mix, heat, cool and support a vast array of processes, it’s the perfect fit for a variety of industrial applications, from pharmaceutical production to chemical manufacturing.
We couldn’t be prouder of the work our team at BTM has put into this 10,000 litre 316 stainless steel pressure vessel. Not only does it look incredible, but it also performs like a true workhorse, combining advanced reactor, mixer, heating and cooling systems in a single, high performance unit.
Our chemical industry client who receives this vessel is getting a truly exceptional piece of equipment that will enhance their processes and bring long term reliability to their operations.
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