Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers (RTO)

There are two main types of ceramic media. Structured ceramic media is typically block-shaped, with ceramic materials configured in a geometric design. It is often placed in several layers. The other type of ceramic media is random-packed ceramic saddles. These smaller, U-shaped (also called saddle-shaped) ceramic pieces are also availiable in different sizes and are spread and leveled evenly across the media bed. Kono Kogs also offers custom media configurations, such as a hybrid media bed, to best fit the heat transfer and particulate requirements of each process and unit.

It depends on some design factors that need to be scrutinized but typically, no. Advancements in new structured media designs can sometimes increase the thermal efficiency and reducing pressure drops through the media beds. This can sometimes can provide a couple percentage points of capacity increases over RTOs that utilize saddle ceramic media.

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.

RTOs typically operate at 1500^o – 1600^o Fahrenheit depending upon the VOC characteristics. Thermocouples inside the chamber monitor temperature and adjust gas burner firing as needed. Adequate temperature is essential to ensure VOC destruction efficiency. In most cases a data log of chamber temperature is required for air quality compliance.

Using a bake-out feature can help prevent and remove organic compound buildup in the ceramic media, reducing the risk of plugging and maintaining efficient operation. A preheater or recirculation loop are also possible mitigation methods.