Case Study
heating process and harness renewable wind energy efficiently . A specialist design team at the company ’ s Edinburgh Design Hub undertook thermal modelling to determine the size and geometry of the heat exchangers which would be required for the upgraded malting kilns . A plan was developed to use custom-designed LPHW heating coils for the malting kilns , which would be crucial in enhancing the traditional kilning stage of the malting process . A concern expressed by the client was that any alteration to the airflow could impact on the drying process of the product . It was therefore vital that the Turnbull & Scott team understood the impact of the heat exchangers on the air-side pressure drop . Working collaboratively with the client , project funders , and EPC ’ s design teams , the team reviewed CFD analysis on airflow and pressure drops to hone the heat exchanger geometry to optimise airflow and thermal performance .
“ This collaboration blends cutting-edge technology with time-honoured traditions ” – Steven Rowley , Simpsons Malt .
To guarantee the performance of the heat exchangers , a wind tunnel was constructed , and prototype heat exchangers were produced to test and validate the pressure drop performances .
Unique plate-fin coils Renowned for designing and manufacturing highly durable industrial coils , the Turnbull & Scott solution is to supply unique plate-fin coils with steel-encased tube header design , incorporating the taper ferrule joint . The company will deliver 30 custom-designed LPHW plate-fin air heating coils for the malting kilns . These coils aim to ensure integrity at high temperatures and pressures , overcoming the challenge of traditional return bends which are known for their fragility . The products will be delivered to the site for the customers by May 2024 , contributing significantly to the project ’ s goal of blending traditional and modern technology to reduce carbon emissions substantially .
Achieving carbon-neutral goals “ This collaboration with Turnbull & Scott marks a significant stride towards our carbon-neutral goal , blending cutting-edge technology with time-honoured traditions ,” stated Steven Rowley , Operations Director , Simpsons Malt Limited . “ Our partnership is a testament to the power of innovation , and we ’ re optimistic about embarking on more sustainable journeys together .”
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