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lowering energy consumption and CO2 emissions, under-
scores its value as an integral component in modem indus-
trial operations.
REFERENCES
Garrett-Price, B.A., Smith, S.A., and Watts, R.L. 1984.
Industrial Fouling: Problem Characterization,
Economic Assessment, and Review of Prevention,
Mitigation, and Accommodation Techniques. Pacific
Northwest National Lab. (PNNL), Richland, WA
United States.
Moilanen, P., Rauhala, T., and Ahmadzai, S. 2023.
Software-Guided Clamp-on Power Ultrasound
Solution for Fouling Mitigation in Tubular Heat
Exchangers. Heat and Mass Transfer. doi: 10.1007
/s00231-023-03392-6.
Mason, T.J. (2016). Ultrasonic cleaning: An historical per-
spective. Ultrasonics sonochemistry, 29, 519–523.
Shank, R.A., and McCartney, T.R. 2022. Simultaneous
Effective Removal of Polysulfide and Polyolefin Fouling
from Twisted Tube ® Heat Excangers in Hydrocracker
Process Using Ultrasonic Chemical Cleaning. XIV
Heat Exchanger Fouling and Cleaning Conf., Wagrain,
Austria.
optimal functioning of industrial equipment, and the ZPD
solution significantly reduces the frequency of these activi-
ties, thereby lowering overall maintenance expenses.
In addition to economic benefits, the ZPD solution
contributes positively to health and safety standards within
industrial environments. By reducing the need for frequent
cleaning and maintenance, it minimizes the exposure
of workers to potentially hazardous conditions, thereby
enhancing workplace safety.
Another noteworthy aspect of the ZPD solution is
its environmental impact. The solution aids in decreasing
energy consumption, primarily by optimizing the efficiency
of industrial processes. This optimization leads to a lower
energy requirement to achieve the same, or even enhanced,
levels of production. Consequently, there is a correspond-
ing reduction in CO2 emissions, aligning with global efforts
to mitigate climate change and promote sustainability in
industrial practices.
In conclusion, the ZPD solution offers a multifaceted
approach to improving industrial processes. Its modu-
lar design ensures wide applicability, while its impact on
prolonging equipment cleanliness leads to increased pro-
duction efficiency and revenue. Moreover, the solution’s
contribution to maintaining high product quality, reduc-
ing maintenance costs, enhancing health and safety, and
Figure 9. Thermal camera images show the pipe (a) before and (b) after sonication.
Sonication reduced the fouling deposits seen by green color.
lowering energy consumption and CO2 emissions, under-
scores its value as an integral component in modem indus-
trial operations.
REFERENCES
Garrett-Price, B.A., Smith, S.A., and Watts, R.L. 1984.
Industrial Fouling: Problem Characterization,
Economic Assessment, and Review of Prevention,
Mitigation, and Accommodation Techniques. Pacific
Northwest National Lab. (PNNL), Richland, WA
United States.
Moilanen, P., Rauhala, T., and Ahmadzai, S. 2023.
Software-Guided Clamp-on Power Ultrasound
Solution for Fouling Mitigation in Tubular Heat
Exchangers. Heat and Mass Transfer. doi: 10.1007
/s00231-023-03392-6.
Mason, T.J. (2016). Ultrasonic cleaning: An historical per-
spective. Ultrasonics sonochemistry, 29, 519–523.
Shank, R.A., and McCartney, T.R. 2022. Simultaneous
Effective Removal of Polysulfide and Polyolefin Fouling
from Twisted Tube ® Heat Excangers in Hydrocracker
Process Using Ultrasonic Chemical Cleaning. XIV
Heat Exchanger Fouling and Cleaning Conf., Wagrain,
Austria.
optimal functioning of industrial equipment, and the ZPD
solution significantly reduces the frequency of these activi-
ties, thereby lowering overall maintenance expenses.
In addition to economic benefits, the ZPD solution
contributes positively to health and safety standards within
industrial environments. By reducing the need for frequent
cleaning and maintenance, it minimizes the exposure
of workers to potentially hazardous conditions, thereby
enhancing workplace safety.
Another noteworthy aspect of the ZPD solution is
its environmental impact. The solution aids in decreasing
energy consumption, primarily by optimizing the efficiency
of industrial processes. This optimization leads to a lower
energy requirement to achieve the same, or even enhanced,
levels of production. Consequently, there is a correspond-
ing reduction in CO2 emissions, aligning with global efforts
to mitigate climate change and promote sustainability in
industrial practices.
In conclusion, the ZPD solution offers a multifaceted
approach to improving industrial processes. Its modu-
lar design ensures wide applicability, while its impact on
prolonging equipment cleanliness leads to increased pro-
duction efficiency and revenue. Moreover, the solution’s
contribution to maintaining high product quality, reduc-
ing maintenance costs, enhancing health and safety, and
Figure 9. Thermal camera images show the pipe (a) before and (b) after sonication.
Sonication reduced the fouling deposits seen by green color.