ASME Condensor

The new ASME Condenser Performance Test Code, released in September 1998, requires extensive use of a device to measure and determine the fouling characteristics of the tube bundle by monitoring individual tubes. TEC and Powerfect have developed and field tested a program that meets/exceeds PTC 12.2-1998 requirements. The utility industry has long awaited a practical method of evaluating condenser performance. With proper use of our program, the code can be applied to routine monitoring and or evaluating condenser acceptance criteria. The device allows accurate yet economical measurement of individual condenser tube outlet temperatures thus allowing the code methods to be applied to monitoring, diagnosing and verifying condenser performance. The code procedures are applicable to both Acceptance Testing and Performance Monitoring. An optional feature of our program can also determine if air binding problems exist

The Condenser Tube Fouling Monitors (TFM—Patent Pending) can be purchased as a package including a test plan with data evaluation and a comprehensive report or as a turn-key Performance Test Program with on site testing and reporting. Let us help quantify the potential savings and optimize the cleaning schedule for your condensers.

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