MEGTEC Launches Ultra High-Efficiency CLEANSWITCH RTO

Reduces energy consumption by a minimum of 40 percent

De Pere, WI — MEGTEC Systems has introduced the ultra-high-efficiency CLEANSWITCH® regenerative thermal oxidizer with a thermal efficiency rating of 97 percent.

The newest development for its CLEANSWITCH product line features a proprietary burner management system and heat transfer media that combine to reduce natural gas consumption by at least 40 percent. The estimated return on investment will average less than a year.

"Reducing the energy usage so dramatically and still maintaining the high VOC destruction rate is truly a strong value proposition for the marketplace and the environment," said Jeff Rudolph, application engineer with MEGTEC. "The CLEANSWITCH RTO has proven to be the industry benchmark with approximately 200 installations. We're now offering our customers the option for ultra-high thermal efficiency for even greater energy savings."

The new ultra-high-efficiency CLEANSWITCH product is available in sizes ranging from 20,000 scfm to 60,000 scfm.

The CLEANSWITCH RTO removes up to 99 percent of volatile organic compounds. In addition to the 97 percent thermal efficiency, the unit will offer the ability to achieve self-sustaining mode in many added applications. With no additional fuel required to destroy VOCs, users are able to achieve clean air compliance with a smaller carbon footprint. New equipment replacement program
To encourage broader environmental stewardship, MEGTEC has established a new program in which it partners with customers to replace their older, inefficient VOC control units with the upgraded CLEANSWITCH RTO.

The CLEANSWITCH takes it name from MEGTEC's patented valve that keeps clean air totally separate from dirty process exhaust. The valve utilizes a double-air seal, which maintains the integrity of the valve for the life of the equipment. In addition, the valve design virtually eliminates pressure spikes typical of poppet valve systems. Smooth flow transition between heat recovery chambers eliminates process upsets that result from pressure changes during a valve switch. This makes the CLEANSWITCH RTO applicable for even the most pressure-sensitive processes.

MEGTEC Systems has a worldwide reputation for innovation and experience in technologies for web handling, air flotation drying, process thermal management, and emission control systems. MEGTEC serves customers in printing, web coating, flexible packaging, converting and multiple process industries.

SOURCE: MEGTEC Systems