Why heat exchanger maintenance is a whole system issue
Much like throwing a stone into a pond creates a series of ripples in the water, heat transfer fluid deterioration can have knock-on effects on the components in the system. Here, Dr Chris Wright, head of research and development (R&D) at thermal fluid specialist, Global Heat Transfer, explains why heat exchanger maintenance is a whole system issue.
When considering how to maintain a heat exchanger, it might seem logical to start with the component itself. However, the plant manager should consider the whole system and in fact, the whole plant, to keep the heat exchanger in good condition.