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Product applications at a glance
Applications for the energy industry
• Liquefied Natural Gas ( LNG )
• Steam condensers and generators
• Condensate heaters and coolers
• Exhaust gas recovery
• Crude oil heaters and coolers
• Gas heaters and coolers
• Hydrocarbon condensers and evaporators
Applications for the chemical and process industries
• Product heaters and coolers
• Gas heaters and coolers
• Heat-recovery exchangers like feed / effluent exchangers
• Overhead condensers and gas liquefiers
• Thermosyphon and kettle reboilers
• Reactor temperature-control heat exchangers
• Cryogenic applications
• Various utility applications
Applications for the refrigeration industry
• Evaporators
• Droplet separators
• Evaporators / droplet separators ( combined )
• Cascades
• Desuperheaters
• Oil coolers
• Subcoolers
• Condensers
charge , and therefore cost and environmental concerns . This solution helps the market become more sustainable with a compact solution for a plant .” This product can be used in a variety of other applications , including steam generators , where a dry gas outlet is required .
Achieving sustainability “ As a family business , we look at sustainability from two perspectives ,” explained Pascoe . “ First , in terms of the sustainability of our products , and second in terms of the company ’ s sustainability from generation to generation . We address the first by providing a sustainable and longlasting product that does not need parts replaced . We address the second through our commitment to investing in ongoing research and development .” Sustainability is being driven by a conservation of energy , according to Pascoe . “ One application of our product that is very beneficial to the conservation of energy is heat recovery . Helping plants recover heat and reuse energy is a big contribution to sustainability from our company : this is how we are becoming a bigger part of people ’ s lives and businesses .” By investing in the necessary research , and working with talented and motivated engineers , Vahterus is able to approach each of its markets with knowledge and a proven product . “ We liaise with several bodies and organizations to determine what the current market needs are , and forecast potential future pain points , in order to devise a solution before there is an obstacle ,” relayed Pascoe . “ It is also important to understand where and why our product might not fit , in order to come up with a solution .”
Vahterus exhibition stand
By building strong connections with its customers , and manufacturing high-quality heat exchangers , Vahterus continually finds new opportunities for advancement . “ We believe in deep collaboration , conversation , and working together – in our teams , and with our customers .”
Forward look Vahterus is continuing to grow and aims to maintain its position as a forerunner in its field through continuous product development , automated production technology , and strong application know-how . “ The future of the heat exchanger industry is efficiency ,” stated Pascoe . “ By anticipating and acting proactively , as well as studying markets and future trends , we will be successful at innovating products that are more efficient and effective . We essentially have one product theme – the plate & shell concept - with multiple variants , and we will always strive to perfect it .” Pascoe believes the company has solutions for the market to meet the call for sustainability , high-pressure applications , and fully welded products that are more durable , require less maintenance , and are thermally efficient . “ We have always viewed our people as our most valuable asset ,” said Pascoe . It is this differentiating factor that has allowed Vahterus to become a much larger company and achieve the series of accomplishments it has earned thus far . By extending these values to the relationships it has with its customers , Vahterus has positioned itself as the go-to source for truly comprehensive solutions .
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