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Ultrasonic equipment for petrochemical cleaning

Ultrasonic cleaning of heat exchangers and other components in the petrochemical sector.
DCM Ultrasonic systems for the petrochemical and Oil & Gas sectors are designed for the cleaning of critical industrial equipment, with particular applications in heat exchangers, process systems and refinery equipment. The build-up of fouling, scale and hydrocarbon residues reduces the thermal efficiency of equipment, increases energy consumption and causes unplanned production stoppages.

These solutions improve thermal efficiency, reduce downtime and optimise maintenance in demanding environments such as refineries, petrochemical plants and the Oil & Gas industry.
 

Cleaning of heat exchangers in the oil & gas and petrochemical industries using ultrasonic technology

The conventional process for cleaning heat exchangers in the oil & gas industry typically involves labour-intensive manual operations, with high consumption of human, energy and water resources. In many cases, high-pressure cleaning systems are used, which involve large volumes of water and lengthy operation times, thereby increasing operating costs and plant downtime.

Ultrasonic cleaning technology enables this process to be optimised, significantly reducing manual intervention, water and energy consumption, and improving overall maintenance efficiency. As a result, shorter downtime and greater productivity are achieved in industrial maintenance processes.
Before cleaning
Photo of a dirty heat exchanger
After cleaning
Photo of a clean heat exchanger

Applications of Ultrasound in Petrochemicals and Oil & Gas

  • Cleaning of heat exchangers
  • Cleaning of industrial piping systems
  • Maintenance of refinery equipment
  • Cleaning of tanks and storage vessels
  • Cleaning of industrial filters
  • Cleaning of process components 
Heat exchanger performance

 

As can be seen from the histogram, the efficiency of a heat exchanger remains virtually at 100% after successive cleaning cycles when DCM ultrasonic cleaning technology is used.

Unlike manual cleaning methods, where heat transfer efficiency tends to deteriorate progressively with each cleaning operation, the ultrasonic system enables consistent and repeatable cleaning without any loss of performance between cycles. Ultrasonic cleaning ensures operational stability and optimises the heat exchanger’s thermal performance.

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Heat exchengers cleaning triggers

  1. Restore heat duty: Over time, heat exchangers can accumulate scale and fouling on both the tube and shell sides of the tube.
  2. Inspection of  exchanger: Scale and fouling in the exchanger would prevent the proper inspection application, hence cleaning will be required.
  3. Advantage of downtime: During TA or unnplaned SD to take advantage of down time and enhance the exchanger performance.
  4. Restore differential pressure: To be scheluded before fluid flow is obstructed inside or outside the tubes.
Thats why, the ultrasonioc cleaning method is the most efficient on the process of cleaning heat exchangers. Because ultrasonic cleaning accelerate the entire process doing it more efficient, faster and with best results.
 
heat exchanger cleaned with dcm ultrasonic machine

Benefits of ultrasonic technology for the oil and gas industry

  • Reduced downtime
  • Improved thermal efficiency
  • Removal of fouling and hydrocarbon residues
  • Reduced use of chemicals
  • Extended service life of industrial equipment
  • Optimisation of preventive and corrective maintenance
 
Heat exchanger cleaning machine

Why choose DCM Ultrasonic for cleaning heat exchangers in the Oil & Gas sector?

  • In-house manufacturing of industrial equipment
  • Engineering applied to real-world processes
  • High-performance ultrasonic technology
  • Integration into automated industrial systems
  • Reduction of fouling in heat exchangers
  • Optimisation of thermal efficiency in plants
  • Suitable for refinery, petrochemical and offshore environments
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Download our catalogue: ultrasonic technology, applications and cleaning machines.
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Products

Equipment Series

UCM 60000 SL

UCM 60000 SL

UCM 60000 SL
The UCM 60000 SL is specially designed for cleaning heat exchangers in the oil and gas industry and other demanding industrial environments. The unit has been developed to facilitate overland transport by lorry and can optionally be fitted with a hydraulic loading and unloading system, eliminating the need for external lifting equipment. Some of the main features are: Operating load capacity of up to 40 tonnes. Ultrasonic generator integrated into a 20-foot container to facilitate transport and installation. Ultrasonic power density of 4.5 W/L, offering high cleaning performance. Removal of scale, rust, oils and residues without damaging the heat exchanger structure. Robust design for intensive use and industrial maintenance. Download the technical data sheet for more information on the UCM 60000 SL. Advantages of the system Thorough and uniform cleaning. Ultrasonic cavitation effectively removes scale, sediment, grease and residues, even in hard-to-reach areas. Reduced maintenance time. The system enables cleaning to be carried out more quickly than with traditional methods, reducing downtime and improving productivity. Protection of materials and surfaces. Ultrasonic cleaning removes contaminants without damaging tubes, plates or delicate surfaces of the heat exchanger. Lower consumption of water and chemicals. The process reduces the use of aggressive chemicals and optimises energy consumption, lowering operating costs and environmental impact. Cleaning of large heat exchangers. The UCM 60000 SL is designed to handle large units in a single operation, maintaining high cleaning performance. Improved thermal performance. A clean heat exchanger improves heat transfer and optimises the energy efficiency of the industrial plant.
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