Nalco marks 1,000th boiler system installation
NAPERVILLE — Nalco recently marked the installation of the 1000th 3D TRASAR boiler automation system and the expansion of its Nalco 360T Service, to provide 24/7 monitoring for boiler systems.
The record-setting 3D TRASAR boiler system is successfully minimizing boiler scale and corrosion in Florenceville, New Brunswick, Canada, at McCain Foods. McCain now has 12 3D TRASAR boiler automation systems installed in eight locations globally.
“Nalco has been working with McCain Foods for several years now, assisting us in meeting our environmental sustainability goals for water and energy reduction; a core value in our commitment to corporate social responsibility,” said Lloyd Borowski, McCain Foods Global vice president of engineering.
The patented 3D TRASAR Boiler Technology combines advanced sensors, chemistry, software and control equipment to understand exact conditions in the boiler and steam system when they are occurring and adjust treatment to prevent problems and improve operations.
“From a maintenance perspective it’s very important to keep heat transfer surfaces clean in order to maximize our operating efficiency,” said Steve Foster, McCain Foods Global director of maintenance and reliability. “3D TRASAR technology for boilers improves system reliability and the integrity of our assets, as well as minimizing any unplanned shutdowns that would adversely impact our production.”
McCain Foods is a global food processor recognized for a variety of frozen foods, including french fries and potato products. The Florenceville site is especially significant as it is home to the McCain Foods global headquarters as well as manufacturing and research.
“Leading technologies like 3D TRASAR technology for boilers enable us to not only optimize our customers systems but also quantify and communicate the results, which are critical parts of Nalco’s differentiation in the marketplace,” said Dave Flitman, senior vice president and president, water and process services. “Hitting this milestone reinforces the importance customers assign to our innovation and value delivery, in both products and services.”
Nalco 360 Service provides trained experts that monitor critical processes around the clock for customers using 3D TRASAR technology. The service provides in-depth alarm analysis and recommendations as each controller undergoes an extensive system health assurance check to ensure optimal system performance and reliability. Experts constantly monitor systems and provide immediate alarm response and troubleshooting, enhancing the real-time monitoring and control of the 3D TRASAR system.