DK CHEMO - Cleaning-In-Process Specialist

Why Cleaning-In-Place?

Heating as well as cooling causes gradual depositing in water and heating systems of mineral and organic substances always contained in input water. In systems operating over long periods of time, there is always the formation of solid depositions (incrusts formed mainly from calcium and magnesium carbonates, sulphates and iron compounds) and deposits on heat transfer surfaces in spite of the dosage of corrosion inhibitors and substances against the formation of deposits. The discharged substances can additionally cause the obstruction of the systems (heating system distribution lines, fittings, exchangers, etc.).
In places with reduced circulation (e.g. radiators, hot water tanks) there are additionally deposits in the form of dregs which comprise organic sediments and released particles of solid incrusts.
These are formed not only on metal pipelines and fittings but also on the surfaces of plastic pipelines and fittings.

The assets of chemical cleaning can be summarized as follows:

A quick and a truly effective way to remove the unwanted effects caused by sediments (increase heat loss, increase consumption of circulation and circulating pumps, insufficient heating of buildings, insufficient pressure in the distribution system, etc.) The chemical bath operates in the application instantly and immediately after chemical cleaning positive results can be recorded.

• Immediate savings in energy (heat, gas, electricity). Annually the savings can amount to 15-30 % of the total costs for heat depending on the system and equipment.
• It extends the life of purified systems and their elements through preventing corrosion.
• It maximizes the efficiency of heat transfer and increases thermal comfort.
• No need for complex logistics, as it can be performed with on-site cleaning equipment.
• The amount expended on chemical treatment is significantly lower than the reconstruction of the systems, which also require significant intervention in the operation of buildings.
• A return on the investment in Cleaning-In-Process takes place in the range of 1-3 years, depending on the system and equipment.