Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers (RTO)

We can evaluate your current oxidizer’s capacity alongside the new process requirements to recommend the best upgrade approach. Options may include adding new heat exchanger media, installing a larger fan, or modifying the burner and combustion chamber to meet destruction needs. For some cases, using a VOC concentrator to reduce pollutant levels before the oxidizer can be an effective solution. Please note that existing equipment may not be sufficient, even with changes or upgrades.

Hotspots typically result from damaged or missing insulation or compromised metal surfaces that allow heat to escape. KKI has experienced fabricators and insulators who can repair your oxidizer. This may involve replacing damaged metal to provide a secure base for reattaching insulation modules and restoring proper thermal protection.

In most cases, yes. But proper evaluation is recommended to establish that no potential catalyst poisons or masking agents are present in your airstream.

The term “regenerative” in regenerative thermal oxidizer (RTO) is drawn from the type of ceramic media heat exchanger used in these systems. It is unique in that it captures heat from the exhausting, clean airstream during one cycle and releases the heat to the incoming, dirty airstream in the next cycle. The heat is captured (and released) from beds of ceramic media. The RTO incorporates switching valves to cycle the direction of the airflow through the RTO heat exchanger beds to enable regenerative heat recovery.

Kono Kogs stands behind every refurbished RTO with warranties that match or exceed those of new equipment OEMs. We have a proven track record of meeting warranty commitments for parts and system performance across a wide range of customers from startups to Fortune 500 companies. Our experienced team provides ongoing technical and maintenance support both on-site, and remotely via KONOConnect to ensure your system operates reliably over the long term.

To ensure quality, we use only top-tier components, conduct thorough inspections, and upgrade parts as needed. Our collaborative planning and extensive oxidizer expertise help deliver flawless projects that our customers trust and recommend.