Transformation of a decommissioned reactor for its use as a heat exchanger

Authors

  • Victoria Inés Acuña Ramírez Universidad Metropolitana, Venezuela
  • José Manuel Barriola Damborenea Universidad Metropolitana, Venezuela
  • Miguel Manuel Pérez Hernández Universidad Metropolitana, Venezuela https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8237-8538

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.35290/ro.v5n2.2024.1155

Keywords:

process control, maintenance, heat exchanger, reengineering, reactor, sensors

Abstract

The research focused on revitalizing an inactive reactor for over 25 years, granting it a dual function as a heat exchanger. This process involved a complete reengineering effort, incorporating process control through monitoring key variables, and creating a user manual and maintenance plan to maximize its durability and improve equipment availability. Initially, a theoretical review of the necessary material was conducted, followed by an assessment of the initial equipment conditions. Identified errors were corrected, and necessary repairs and acquisitions were determined. Subsequently, an approach was proposed to allow Metropolitan University to utilize the equipment for new practices and research, integrating automated process control that enabled the recording of relevant variables and facilitated subsequent analysis. Sensors were also integrated to capture significant data. Quantitative values obtained from tests, such as heat transfer velocity and the uniformity of its radial distribution, demonstrated that agitation affects heat transfer and its distribution. This proposal helps mitigate opportunity cost by keeping the equipment operational for education and research, resulting in financial benefits for the institution.

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Published

2024-06-10

How to Cite

Acuña Ramírez, V. I., Barriola Damborenea, J. M., & Pérez Hernández, M. M. (2024). Transformation of a decommissioned reactor for its use as a heat exchanger. ODIGOS JOURNAL, 5(2), 33–52. https://doi.org/10.35290/ro.v5n2.2024.1155

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