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Improve Plant Performance.<br>Protect Vital Equipment.
Improve Plant Performance.<br>Protect Vital Equipment.
<span style="color:#00488e;">How Long Have You Been Operating<br>With Severely Damaged Nozzles?</span>

How Long Have You Been Operating
With Severely Damaged Nozzles?

It may be time to consider an ongoing inspection and replacement program for your nozzles, and perhaps a new desuperheater. The steam that you’re producing in your power plant may not be at the required conditions for all applications.
The sizing, selection, and application of the proper desuperheating or steam conditioning equipment are critical to:
 
  • Improve thermal efficiency of heat transfer processes by using steam near saturation
  • Control unintentional superheat from pressure reduction of the steam
  • Protect downstream equipment and piping from elevated temperatures and pressures
In addition, we recommend a regular and ongoing Maintenance Program to check nozzles for plugging or other problems every 18 months and replace them every 36 months.

Customer Story:
Outdated Equipment & Much Needed Service Led To Severe Pipe Damage

It had been several years since this customer looked into their desuperheater and nozzle health. During one of their own inspections, they noticed that a pipe liner had detached and started traveling downstream. When it got to the nozzle to cool the steam temperature, it was eating away at the nozzle, causing unwanted holes and pouring water into their pipe. This not only damaged the pipe, but could have also affected their instruments downstream, resulting in thermal inefficiencies and potentially more critical issues.
The Experitec team recommended upgrading to a Fisher TBX-T Desuperheater, which has a superior design featuring a 2-nozzle minimum on the outside so as to not interfere with steam velocity and allow multiple access points. Our service team also advised setting up a Maintenance Program including inspecting the nozzles every 18 months and keeping extra nozzles on hand, so they can easily be replaced in the field.

Advantages of the Fisher TBX-T Desuperheater

The unique TBX-T design incorporates a spraywater manifold of variable geometry AF nozzles that produce a spray pattern over a wide operating range. These nozzles are strategically placed to achieve mixing and quick vaporization at all flowing conditions.
✓  Precise Steam
Temperature Control
Provides accurate and responsive control of steam temperature through attemperation, improving overall process efficiency and equipment protection.
✓  Turbulent
Flow Mixing
The nozzle design promotes efficient atomization and mixing of cooling water with superheated steam, reducing thermal gradients and potential damage downstream.
✓  High Turndown
Capability
Accommodates a wide range of steam flow and temperature conditions, making it suitable for dynamic process requirements.
✓  Internal
Water Injection
Water is introduced directly into the steam flow through internal nozzles, enhancing control accuracy and responsiveness.
✓  Compact,
In-Line Design
Simple and space-saving construction allows for easy installation and integration into existing piping systems without major layout changes.
✓  Customizable
Nozzle Configuration
Can be tailored for specific flow conditions and performance requirements, increasing flexibility for end users.
<span style="color:#00488e;">Experitec&rsquo;s Spraywater Nozzle Testing<br>and Replacement Program</span>

Experitec’s Spraywater Nozzle Testing
and Replacement Program

  • Time-based inspection & replacement with rotating spares
  • Onsite testing using our nozzle testing rig
  • In-depth repair report including pictures, videos, & future recommendations
  • Replacement parts stocked at our warehouse
  • Materials review & upgrade
  • Additional diagnostics & repair of control valves
  • Any manufacturer’s desuperheater or nozzle can be tested

Don’t Let the Health of Your Nozzles Ruin Your Day—or Your Downstream Equipment.
Experience The Experitec Difference

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