Efficient Heat Recovery in Industrial Air Compressing: Analyzing Plate vs. Shell-and-Tube Heat Exchangers for Beverage Plant Applications

International Journal of Mechanical Engineering

© 2024 by SSRG - IJME Journal

Volume 11 Issue 9

Year of Publication : 2024

Authors : Rohit P. Sarode, Shilpa M. Vinchurkar, Gagan Malik

10.14445/23488360/IJME-V11I9P106

How to Cite?

Rohit P. Sarode, Shilpa M. Vinchurkar, Gagan Malik, "Efficient Heat Recovery in Industrial Air Compressing: Analyzing Plate vs. Shell-and-Tube Heat Exchangers for Beverage Plant Applications," SSRG International Journal of Mechanical Engineering, vol. 11,  no. 9, pp. 72-82, 2024. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23488360/IJME-V11I9P106

Abstract:

In industrial beverage plants, efficient heat recovery is crucial for reducing energy consumption and operational costs. The goal of this research is to assess the performance of Plate Heat Exchangers and Shell-and-Tube Heat Exchangers for heat recovery in industrial air compressors, particularly in beverage plant applications. A detailed experimental setup that comprises the construction of prototypes and installation of instruments, among other aspects, is established. To simulate realworld conditions, a testing protocol is developed, and operational data, such as temperatures, pressures, flow rates, etc, are logged. Within this analysis, the focus would be on calculating the efficiency of the heat exchanger as well as the potential of waste heat recovery. The findings reveal that while PHEs offer superior heat transfer efficiency and compact design, STHEs excel in handling higher pressures and longer operational life. The comprehensive analysis aims to provide engineers and plant managers with insights into selecting the most efficient heat recovery option, enhancing energy efficiency, and optimizing the performance of industrial air compressors operating in beverage production. Plate Heat Exchangers exhibit a notably higher efficiency at 92.67%, compared to the Shell and Tube HEs, which have an efficiency of 68.72%.

Keywords:

Waste heat recovery, Shell-and-Tube Heat Exchanger, Renewable energy source, Plate Heat exchanger, Industrial air compressors.

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