ENGINEERING – MONT HEX SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT & PROCESS DESIGN
Our journey in biomass heat exchangers started in 2011, when we began supplying biogas EPC companies with tanks and other components. After identifying significant operational problems with existing heat exchanger solutions on biogas plants, our company set on a mission to revive, update and optimize an exceptional concept originating from Danish engineers, tracing back to the 1980s.
Our goal was to develop an interesting concept into a full-package process system, ready for stable operation in versatile biomass conditions and scalable for cost-effective serial production.
MAIN DEVELOPMENT TASKS UNDERTAKEN
- Create a prototype based on CFD modeling and preliminary calculations.
- Set up a 1:1 test rig with different prototypes, perform detailed measurements on multiple flow and temperature regimes and analyze obtained data.
- Optimize flow chamber geometry, including dimensional ratios, cross-section area and smooth transitions.
- Develop a custom software application for heat transfer and pressure drop calculations.
- Create a modular rack and internal piping system for standardized yet adaptable solutions and solid maintenance access.
- Optimize design parameters for serial and cost-effective production.
- Obtain feedback from running plants to improve design and calculation methods.
- Create new, more cost-effective layouts that reduce CAPEX for clients.
- Introduce recommended CIP procedures, operational guidelines and manuals based on operational knowledge.
RESEARCH FUNDING
Our extensive R&D efforts were supported and co-funded by two grants provided by the Innovation Fund of the Republic of Serbia. We are grateful for the recognition and support during the demanding development years. As a result, a comprehensive process solution ready for market was developed in three years.
ENGINEERING SERVICES PROVIDED
- Process design: calculating required module sizes and types based on process demand forwarded by the Client.
- Extensive heat transfer and heat balance calculations, including variable operation regimes, cost analysis and energy-efficiency optimisation.
- 3D layout design with respect to available space and operational preferences.
- Full technical support and consultations during project planning, design and execution.
- Integrated design including HEX modules, piping, valves and instrumentation.
- Custom designs and applications for specific biomass duties and site constraints.
- Operational data-based diagnostics and long-term optimisation support.
ENGINEERING IN PRACTICE
