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Introducing automated processing methods to the facility , robots are used in the gluing process of the smaller plates .
confirms . “ Industry demand for hydrogen is set to grow by 20-25 % and we expect a similar growth for carbon capture systems . We aim to become a trusted advisor in these sectors .” “ Developments in green and blue hydrogen are especially important in Asia Pacific and Europe , as well as renewable energy applications to produce the hydrogen ,” he adds . “ These processes require multiple heat exchangers in their systems , so they are another good source business for us .” “ In general , we also see an increased demand in CCUS applications , as the global focus has also become more environmentally conscious ,” says Van . “ So , the key thing to understand is that the process industries have many different focuses at the moment : The environment , war , energy supply in general , and the cost of living . And carbon capture is one part of the solution to these global problems .” It is therefore clear that a holistic approach is needed – a variety of solutions are required to tackle a variety of challenges , and heat exchangers are necessary for many of these solutions . For many manufacturers , the challenge is ensuring that their product range is well-equipped to handle these new applications . This is where Tranter ’ s Vänersborg facility plays its part . “ To face these demands , you of course first need the right product ,” Van explains . “ For these applications , we normally need very high temperatures , very small logarithmic temp differences / very small temperature approaches , and high NTUs – that means that the temperature jump is very high and for this you need long plates / long thermal length . This is what Tranter does . Due to the high temperature deeper pressed plates can be advantageous , because those plates will be assembled with thicker gaskets which last longer .” Beyond this , both Thomas and Van acknowledge the
importance of continuing a communicative relationship with customers . “ Smart services are another new focus for us , helping to build lasting partnerships with customers . Ideally , they give us their operating process data so that we can analyse and help them reduce their downtime , by suggesting preventive maintenance , and so on ,” says Thomas . “ Suppliers must take more responsibility for reducing the total cost of ownership .”
Vänersborg facility The Vänersborg facility is a vital part of the Tranter production line . Its unique pressing machines facilitate longer , deeper pressed plates which are ideal for largescale applications . The process is unique in that sheets
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