Steam Trap Analysis
Failed steam traps leak steam during production, and the boilers burn extra fuel to make up for it. I proactively surveyed the plant's traps, replaced faulty ones, and added preventive measures.
- Documented all 178 traps with photos, video and an AutoCAD map
- Measured inlet and outlet temperatures with a Fluke thermal imager to find traps passing steam
- Replaced the faulty traps and set up a routine inspection schedule
- About $27,000 and 144 t of CO₂ saved per year
Tools: Thermal imaging, AutoCAD, Excel