Why use RTO in the coating industry?

Coating industries have always been a significant source of pollution and have been causing serious environmental concerns. Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers (RTO) is a modern technology that is increasingly being used in the coating industry to address pollution issues. RTO technology is designed to destroy the volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that are produced during the coating process. In this blog, we will look at the various aspects of RTO technology and how it benefits the coating industry.

Introduction to RTO

Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers (RTOs) are emission control technologies that use high temperatures to destroy pollutants from industrial exhaust streams. RTOs are designed to capture and destroy hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that are generated during industrial processes such as painting, coating, and printing. The RTO process uses a thermal oxidizer that raises the temperature of the contaminated air to a level where the pollutants are converted into carbon dioxide and water vapor. The RTO process is energy-efficient, cost-effective, and is considered one of the most efficient technologies for controlling VOC emissions.

Advantages of RTO in the coating industry

Энергоэффективность

RTO technology is energy efficient and can recover up to 95% of the heat generated during the oxidation process. The recovered heat can be used to preheat the incoming exhaust air, reducing the amount of fuel needed to maintain the required temperature. As a result, the use of RTO can lead to substantial energy savings and reduce operating costs.

Reduced VOC Emissions

RTO is an effective technology for reducing VOC emissions. The RTO process destroys VOCs by converting them into carbon dioxide and water vapor, which are then released into the atmosphere. This is an important benefit of using RTO in the coating industry, as it helps to reduce the amount of harmful pollutants that are released into the environment.

Улучшение качества воздуха

RTO technology helps to improve air quality by reducing the amount of hazardous pollutants that are released into the atmosphere. The use of RTO in the coating industry helps to mitigate the negative impact of industrial processes on the environment and human health.

RTO Technology in Action

The use of RTO technology in the coating industry is increasing at a rapid rate. Many coating facilities are now using RTO technology to reduce their VOC emissions and improve their environmental footprint. The images below show RTO systems in action in the coating industry.

RTO technology in action

Заключение

RTO technology is one of the most efficient and cost-effective ways to control VOC emissions in the coating industry. The use of RTO technology helps to reduce the negative impact of industrial processes on the environment and improve air quality. RTO technology is an essential component of the coating industry’s efforts to reduce its environmental footprint and ensure sustainable operations.

Why Use RTO in the Coating Industry?

Our company is a high-tech enterprise that specializes in the comprehensive treatment of volatile organic compound (VOC) waste gas and carbon reduction and energy-saving technology. We have four core technologies: thermal energy, combustion, sealing, and self-control. Additionally, we have the ability to simulate temperature fields and airflow fields, model calculations, and carry out experimental testing on ceramic heat storage material properties, molecular sieve adsorption material selection, and VOC high-temperature incineration oxidation characteristics.

Our team has established RTO technology research and development centers and waste gas carbon reduction engineering technology centers in Xi’an and a 30,000 square meter production base in Yangling. We are the leading manufacturer of RTO equipment and molecular sieve rotary equipment in terms of production and sales volume globally. Our core technology team is from the Aerospace Liquid Rocket Engine Research Institute (Aerospace Six Academy). Our company currently has over 360 employees, including more than 60 R&D technical backbones, of which there are three senior engineers, six senior engineers, and 64 thermodynamics Ph.Ds.

Our main products are the rotary valve-type heat storage oxidation incinerator (RTO) and the molecular sieve adsorption and concentration rotary wheel. Combined with our own environmental protection and thermal energy system engineering technology expertise, we can provide customers with comprehensive industrial waste gas treatment and thermal energy utilization carbon reduction overall solutions.

Our Certifications, Patents, and Honors

Intellectual Property Management System Certification
Quality Management System Certification
Environmental Management System Certification
Construction Enterprise Qualification
High-tech Enterprise
Patents for rotary heat storage oxidation furnace turning valves, rotary heat storage incineration equipment, and plate molecular sieve rotary wheels, etc.

How to Choose the Right RTO for Coating Industry

Determine waste gas characteristics
Understand local regulations and emission standards
Оценить энергоэффективность
Рассмотрим эксплуатацию и техническое обслуживание
Анализ бюджета и затрат
Select the appropriate RTO type considering environment and safety
Тестирование и проверка производительности

When selecting the appropriate RTO for the coating industry, it is crucial to carefully evaluate each point above to ensure the success of the project.

Our Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers Service Process

Initial consultation, on-site inspection, and demand analysis
Проектирование схемы, моделирование и обзор схемы
Индивидуальное производство, контроль качества и заводские испытания
Услуги по установке, вводу в эксплуатацию и обучению на месте
Регулярное обслуживание, техническая поддержка и поставка запасных частей

As a one-stop solution for RTOs, our professional team tailors RTO solutions for customers. We have successfully worked with many companies in the coating industry, including:

Shanghai company with a 40,000 air volume RTO in phase one and a 50,000 air volume RTO in phase two. The main products are functional films such as diffusion membranes, prism membranes, micro-perforated membranes, and sun films.
Guangdong new materials technology company with a total waste gas volume of 70,000 cubic meters per hour. The equipment met emission standards for transferring paper, transferring film, aluminum electrolysis, polyester films, window films, and protective films.
Zhuhai new materials technology company’s main product is a wet lithium battery separator, and the system has been running without failure since its operation.

Автор: Мия