Waste heat recovery technology for industrial applications

Capture and utilize waste heat from industrial processes to enhance energy efficiency and reduce emissions, transforming excess thermal energy into valuable resources for your carbon capture and sustainable production goals.

Recovers and Utilizes Waste Heat Efficiently

The XECO Waste Heat Recovery System from GEA offers an efficient solution for capturing and utilizing waste heat in cement and glass industries. Designed for continuous operation, it uses a heat exchanger and carrier loop to transfer excess thermal energy for carbon capture and emission control. Optimizing parameters like gas velocity and pipe dimensions enables it to handle high dust content flue gases, maintaining stability and reliability. The system supports applications such as kiln exhaust treatment, clinker cooling optimization, and sustainable heat use in glass production. It integrates seamlessly into production lines, reducing external energy needs and enhancing overall process sustainability. Available for use with thermal oil or water heat transfer mediums, it adheres to stringent environmental compliance standards, ensuring safety and efficiency. Customizable designs with GEA’s engineering support further enhance application-specific performance.

Benefits

  • Lowers energy expenses by utilizing waste heat for carbon capture.
  • Integrates into existing processes with minimal disruption.
  • Handles high dust content effectively, ensuring stable operation.
  • Enhances sustainability with reduced reliance on external energy sources.
  • Reduces maintenance needs through optimized, reliable design.

General


Applications
Emission control systems,Waste heat recovery,Glass,Heat-intensive production,Carbon capture solutions,Thermal energy transfer,Industrial processes,Cement
End products
Amine-based co2 capture,Orc electricity generation,Value-added co2-based products,Refined flue gases for particle reduction,Kiln exhaust gas treatment,Sustainable heat utilization in glass production,High-efficiency heat exchangers,Sulfuric and nitric oxide removal,Liquefied co2 storage,Clinker cooling optimization
Steps before
Scrubbing,Dedusting,Denitrification,Gas Pre-Treatment,Cooling,Condensing,Removal of Solids
Steps after
Carbon Capture,ORC Applications,Heat Utilization,Heating,Electricity Generation,Sequestration
Input ingredients
flue gases,exhaust gases,thermal energy,process gas,dust-laden gas
Output ingredients
captured CO2,reusable thermal energy,carbon capture feed,waste heat for ORC/CEBO plants,cleaned gas
Market info
GEA is known for its expertise in engineering innovative and sustainable equipment and solutions, focusing on sectors such as food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and energy, with a reputation for quality, efficiency, and advanced technological applications in industrial processing.

Technical Specifications


Heat Carrier Medium
Thermal oil / Water
Process Gas Contact
Cross-counter current
Dust Content Handling
High dust content (> 10g/m³ std. dry)
Heat Exchanger Design
Customizable for specific flue gases
Operating Parameters
Optimized gas velocity,pipe diameter,pipe thickness
Application Suitability
Cement kiln exhaust,Glass industry
Heat Recovery
Waste heat reutilization for CO2 capture
Integration Capability
ORC applications,CEBO Carbon Capture

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Heat exchanger and heat carrier loop
Integrated steps
Heat transfer to amine solvent
Automation level
Optimized with PLC for operating parameters
Batch vs. continuous operation
Continuous flow
Cleaning method
CIP / Manual
Energy efficiency
Utilizes waste heat to reduce external energy

Material Compatibility


Compatibility with high-dust content
> 10g/m3std. dry

Physical Characteristics


Footprint
Compact/Variable
Heat Exchanger Type
Cross-counter Current
Material Thickness
Customized per Requirement
Heat Carrier Medium
Thermal Oil/Water
Dust Handling Capability
High (> 10g/m³ std. dry)
Customization Level
Tailored to Process Requirements

Custom Options


Control panel type
HMI touch screen
Integration possibilities
Seamless integration with Carbon Capture Units
WHRU Pipe specifications
Variable diameter and thickness
Heat carrier medium
Thermal oil or water