Air and nitrogen leaks
Estimates of losses per year for compressed air or nitrogen have become staggering. A conservative, and slightly out-of-date, estimate for the cost per year of one 1/8" compressed air leak is £996. Imagine finding and repairing just one leak of this size in each production area on-site - the savings would be terrific.
Compressed air actually costs more than electricity, steam or water at most sites, and leakage has been estimated at approximately 50% of the total consumption of compressed air on a typical plant.
Figures for nitrogen leaks are even more serious. Just one 1/16" nitrogen leak can easily cost in excess of £16,000 per year. In addition, hydrocarbon leaks waste energy, pollute the environment and can create a serious safety hazard with the possibility of explosion!
Ultrasonic detectors are generally considered the most appropriate instrument for leak detection of this nature, as they can often detect leaks from a good distance, and are far less time-consuming than alternative methods, such as the traditional (and messy) 'soapy water technique'.
This technology works by detecting the turbulence generated at the leak-site, which is produced as the gas escapes. As ultrasound is above our range of hearing, these instruments can be used in noisy environments to easily check air cooling lines, condensate drain valves, couplings, hoses, joints and pipes for leaks.
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