Heat transfer fluids are some of the most useful substances utilized in agricultural machinery.
Although water is still the cheapest and most efficient form of heat transfer fluid, scientists and researchers are still developing alternatives due to water’s physical and chemical limitations. This is why EPI Phil’s lubricant manufacturer Petro-Canada Lubricant created 350 world-class advanced lubricants, specialty fluids and greases to help a diverse range of global industries such as transportation, mining, construction, the food industry, general manufacturing, industrial, power generation, plastics processing, forestry and agriculture.
Now, back to heat transfer fluids. When used on pipework systems, how do you choose the best one for your machines?
Best Characteristics of Heat Transfer Fluids
- Efficient dynamics of hot and cold temperatures from one system to another. This involves the processing of thermal energy inside the machine.
2. Consumes the most minimal energy to pump. The higher energy that the pumps consume, the less efficient the heat transfer fluid is.
3. Heat transfer fluid has a positive impact on the system’s coefficient of performance (COP), which is defined as the ratio of useful heating or cooling provided to work required. Higher COPs equate to lower operating costs’. With that said, if your fluid for heat transfer has a high COP, you’ll have a higher return on investment.
4. Promotes pipeline, system components, and capital equipment longevity. A good heat transfer fluid prevents system corrosion caused by oxidation and galvanic activities. (To reduce the erosion in the system, you can adopt chemical measures.)
5. Helps control the biological activities in the system. Unmanaged biological activity can affect the heat transfer rates and increase the risk of contamination and even infection.
6. Eco-Friendly heat transfer fluids are always better. Make sure that your choice has minimal effects on the environment. You can check with your distributors regarding their products’ environmental impacts.
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