Conductivity measurement

Conductivity measurement

Media

Steam and condensate

Manufacturers

GESTRA

Technical specifications

Other designations: conductivity measurement

What is steam boiler conductivity measurement?

Conductivity measurement is used primarily in steam boilers to monitor boiler water and condensate. Limit values are set for the quality of the boiler water, which the conductivity measurement monitors. If the water quality deviates from the limit value, the sensor indicates the change to the system, based on which the surface blowdown / boiler conductivity is adjusted.

Proper boiler water conductivity is important not only for the internal condition of the boiler and minimized maintenance, but also because an effective conductivity measurement achieves an optimized water blowdown rate. In this case, as little make-up water as possible is required.

Conductivity measurement can also be used as a leak detector, for example in heat exchangers where two intermediary fluids with different electrical conductivities are used. If a leak occurs in the heat exchanger and the fluids mix, the conductivity sensor immediately triggers an alarm in the system.

Selection of Conductivity Measurement Devices

We assist in selecting measurement devices that meet the application’s requirements. 

GESTRA LRG and LRGT conductivity sensors are available with either manual or automatic temperature compensation. The conductivity signal is forwarded via an active transmitter integrated into the sensor (output signal 4-20 mA) or by using a separate amplifier, which allows digital communication between the sensor and the amplifier. The conductivity of the medium to be measured must be at least 0.5 µS/cm.

GESTRA also offers the LRS 1-7a controller for conductivity sensors, which can, among other things, control a three-way valve to reject dirty condensate.

Contact our representatives for more information.

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GESTRA LRR1-50, LRR1-51 Conductivity Controllers

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GESTRA LRR1-52, LRR1-53, URB50 Conductivity Controllers

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GESTRA LRR1-60 Conductivity Controller

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GESTRA LRG16-4 Conductivity Electrodes

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GESTRA LRG16-9 Conductivity Electrode

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GESTRA LRG16-60, LRG16-61, LRG17-60 Conductivity Electrodes

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GESTRA LRGS15-1 Conductivity Switch

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GESTRA LRGT16-3, LGRT16-4, LRGT17-3 Conductivity Transmitter

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GESTRA LRS1-7 Conductivity Switch

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GESTRA LRS1-50 Conductivity Switch

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Boiler lower and upper level limiters

Boiler lower and upper level limiters

Media

Steam and condensate

Manufacturers

GESTRA

Technical specifications

Pressure classes: PN 16-320
Other names: dry boiling protection, boiler lower surface limiter, boiler upper surface limiter dry boiling

What are boiler lower and upper level limiters?

The function of the lower surface limiter, i.e. the dry boiling sensor, is to shut off the burner of the steam or water boiler when the water level drops too low and thus prevent damage to the boiler or a potential boiler explosion.

In steam boilers, dry boiling protection can be implemented either with two separate self-monitoring sensors (GESTRA NRG) or with three pressure-differential transmitters. By using electrodes designed specifically for this function, problems such as those with impulse lines are avoided.

Choosing boiler lower and upper level limiters

GESTRA dry boiling electrodes are PED-approved self-monitoring models, in which communication between the sensor and amplifier is digital. In addition to the digital models, traditional models with SIL 3 safety rating are still available. The conductivity of the fluid must be at least 0.5 µS/cm. The pressure/temperature rating of the sensors is up to 183 bar(g)/400°C, i.e., PN 320.

GESTRA also offers a SIL 3 rated boiler water upper surface limiter.

We assist you in selecting the appropriate dry boiling protection based on the requirements of the application. Contact our representatives for more information.

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GESTRA NRS1-40 Low-Level-Limiter Datasheet

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GESTRA NRS1-50-For-ONE-Electrode DBL

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GESTRA NRS1-50-For-TWO-Electrodes DBL

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GESTRA NRG16-40-NRG17-40-NRG19-40 Datasheet

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GESTRA Level Limiter NRG111-11

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GESTRA NRG111-40_Datasheet

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GESTRA DBL 818913 06 NRG16-50-NRG17-50-NRG19-50-NRG111-50

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GESTRA NRS 1-51 Level Switch

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GESTRA NRG16-51, NRG17-51, NRG19-51, NRG111-51 Level Electrodes

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Steam boiler level control and monitoring

Steam boiler level control and monitoring

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Media

Steam and condensate

Manufacturers

GESTRA
Aplisens

Technical specifications

Pressure classes: PN 16-320
Other designations: level control and monitoring

What are steam boiler level control and monitoring devices?

Level transmitters transmit information about surface level movements to a controller, which in turn controls control valves and pumps according to set parameters.

Selection of level control and monitoring devices

For continuous level measurement, our selection includes GESTRA capacitive electrodes. The measurement works as follows: the sensor and the tank form the two electrodes of a capacitor. A change in capacitance due to a change in surface level is further converted by the electronics into surface level information, and the sensor sends a 4-20 mA signal to the system. The sensor is either equipped with an integrated active transmitter (4-20 mA output) or with a separate amplifier, in which case the communication between the sensor and the amplifier is digital.

When sufficient limit data is available for surface control, the best solution is GESTRA conductive electrodes, from which a maximum of four separate limit signals can be obtained. A compact model is also available, in which the electrode is integrated with four separate voltage-free switching contacts.

For surface level monitoring, there are SIL 3 rated water level monitoring systems available.

Aplisens pressure isolation transmitters are suitable for the same applications as electrode type sensors. Additionally, they can be used in applications where electrode type sensors are not suitable due to high temperature or pressure.

We assist in selecting surface level measurement and control devices according to application requirements. Ask our contacts for more information.

Continuous surface blowdown

Continuous surface blowdown

Media

Steam and condensate

Manufacturers

GESTRA

Technical specifications

Sizes: DN 15-50
Pressure classes: PN 40-320
Materials: C 22.8, high-temperature strength steels
Connection ends: flanged, weld end
Other: manual or actuator operated (electric or pneumatic)
Other names: continuous blowdown

What is the continuous surface blowdown in a steam boiler?

In a steam boiler, the concentration of dissolved solids in the boiler water increases during continuous boiling. The salt concentration of the boiler water must remain within specified limits to prevent scale formation, boiler water foaming, and salts from entering the steam system.

Surface blowdown is used to remove salts from the surface of the boiler water either automatically by monitoring conductivity or manually by determining the correct blowing quantity.

Selection of the surface blowdown valve

GESTRA surface blowdown valves with stepped nozzles are designed to remove salts from the surface of the boiler water, providing a durable and effective solution.

The continuous discharge blowdown valve (JUP valve) must operate under high differential pressure, which quickly destroys a normal control valve even if hardened shut-off surfaces are used. GESTRA manufactures valves designed for this application with stepped nozzles, in which the pressure is reduced in 3–4 stages. For large flow rates, a stepped nozzle, familiar from GESTRA’s high-pressure regulation valves, is used. Surface blowdown valves equipped with a manual lever have a clearly marked scale to ensure proper flow.

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GESTRA ZK29 Control Valve Datasheet

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Temperature control valves

Temperature control valves

Media

Steam and condensate
Process media

Manufacturers

ARI-Armaturen

Technical specifications

Nominal sizes: DN 15-50
Pressure classes: PN 16-40
Materials: GG-25, GGG 40.3, acid-resistant steel
Connection types: flanged, threaded
Other designations: temperature control valve

What is a temperature control valve?

Self-acting temperature control valves follow the process temperature behind the valve and control the valve to open or close depending on how close the temperature is to the set value.

The temperature control valve consists of the valve itself, a capillary tube, and a temperature sensor. The sensor is installed in the location where the temperature is to be monitored. If the temperature rises or falls from the set value, the sensor directs the valve to open or close. This occurs through the fluid within the capillary tube, which either expands or contracts under the influence of heat.

Self-acting temperature control valves are suitable for both heating and cooling.

Temperature control valve selection

ARI-Armaturen’s self-acting temperature control valves are suitable for water, steam, and thermal oil.

We assist in selecting and sizing a temperature control valve that meets the usage requirements. Ask our sales representatives for suitable solutions.

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Pressure containment valves

Pressure containment valves

Media

Steam and condensate
Process media

Manufacturers

ARI-Armaturen
Niezgodka
GESTRA

Technical specifications

Sizes: DN 15-100
Pressure classes: PN 16-160
Materials: GG-25, GGG 40, GS-C 25, stainless steel, acid resistan steel
Connecting ends: flanges, screwed sockets, hygiene connection
Other names: pressure containment valve

What is a pressure containment valve?

A pressure containment valve ensures that the pressure downstream of the valve remains at a predetermined level. If the pressure tends to drop, the valve opens to add pressure into the system. Otherwise, the valve stays closed.

Pressure containment valves are suitable for steam, liquids, and gases.

Choosing a pressure containment valve

For pressure containment, you can choose whether to use valves where the pressure regulation occurs entirely inside the valve as a function between the inflow pressure of the line and the adjustable closing spring of the valve, as in the case of NIEZGODKA and ARI pressure containment valves.

Another approach, allowing slightly more stable pressure containment, is used in models where the pressure is regulated by a membrane actuator. An impulse pipe connects the actuator to the upstream side of the valve. On the other side of the membrane, there is a spring; the pressure setting can be changed by adjustment of its spring force. GESTRA pressure containment valves are based on this technology.

We assist in the selection and sizing of a pressure containment valve that meets the requirements of your application.

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Niezgodka Typ 80 Initial Pressure Controller

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GESTRA 5610 Self-Acting Pressure-Maintaining Valves

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Niezgodka Typ 81 Initial Pressure Controller

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ARI-Armaturen PRESO Pressure Regulating Valves

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ARI-Armaturen PREDEX Excess Pressure Regulator

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Pressure reducing valves

Pressure reducing valves

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PREDU Paineenalennusventtiili - Pressure reducing valve

Media

Steam and condensate
Natural gas, biogas and biomethane
LPG
Process media
Gas and fuel

Manufacturers

ARI-Armaturen
Niezgodka
GESTRA

Technical specifications

Sizes: DN 10-200
Pressure classes: PN 16-160
Materials: GG-25, GGG 40, GS-C 25, stainless steel, acid resistant steel
End connections: flanged, threaded, hygienic connections
Other designations: pressure reducing valves

What is a Pressure Reducing Valve?

The function of a pressure reducing valve is to lower the system pressure to a predetermined level. A self-acting pressure reducing valve operates by means of an intermediate medium. The desired pressure on the secondary side is selected as the valve’s set pressure.

Pressure reducing valves are suitable for steam, liquids, and gases.

Pressure Reducing Valve Selection

We assist in selecting and sizing a pressure reducing valve that meets the requirements of the application.

Two techniques can be applied for self-acting pressure reduction.

In the first model, a diaphragm-operated disc is installed on top of the valve, to which pressure is applied through an impulse pipe from the valve’s secondary side. In this case, the valve functions based on the pressure coming through the impulse pipe and the spring built into the valve. The spring force, to which the set pressure is adjusted, tends to open the valve when the pressure from the diaphragm device attempts to close it. This operation is found in ARI-Armaturen and GESTRAN pressure reducing valves.

In the second, slightly simpler model, the valve opening is based solely on the spring force built into the valve and its internal structure. This technique is applied in NIEZGODKAN pressure reducing valves.

Steam and Condensate Usage

If it is a steam pressure reduction station, the expansion steam after pressure reduction must be taken into account and the pipe size increased. We are happy to provide guidelines for pipeline sizing and flow rate management.

In large steam pressure reduction stations, a microturbine can be installed alongside the pressure reducing valve, thereby recovering energy from the pressure reduction.

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ARI-Armaturen PREDU Pressure Reducing Valves

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ARI-Armaturen PREDU ANSI Pressure Reducing Valves

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ARI-Armaturen PREDU P – Pilot Operated Pressure Reducing Valve

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GESTRA 5801 Self-Acting Pressure Reducing Valves

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Niezgodka Typ 70 Pressure Reducing Valves

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Niezgodka Typ 71 Pressure Reducing Valves

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Niezgodka Typ 74 Pressure Reducing Valves

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Condensate lifters

Condensate lifters

GESTRA FPS14-011 lauhteennostin - Condensate lifter
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Media

Steam and condensate

Manufacturers

ARI-Armaturen
GESTRA

Technical specifications

Details: customized according to the pumping capacity
Other: also for Atex areas
Other names: condensate lifter

What is a condensate lifter?

Condensate systems should in principle always be designed to be downward flowing. However, this is not always possible, and during condensate removal the condensate must sometimes be lifted upward. A rising condensate line is not inherently a problem as long as the line has sufficient pressure to overcome the condensate system pressure combined with hydrostatic back pressure. Problems typically arise in situations where the system’s inlet pressure drops, for example, when a control valve closes. In such cases, the pipeline remains waterlogged, inevitably leading to water hammer in the system. As its name implies, the condensate lifter helps to lift condensate in rising condensate lines.

Choosing the condensate lifter

We help you choose the appropriate model based on application and capacity.

GESTRA offers several solutions for lifting condensate, and the choice among them is based, among other factors, on the amount of condensate as well as the desired lifting height.

If the amount of condensate and lifting height are relatively small, excellent alternatives are the self-priming ED condensate lifter or the compact steam-assisted condensate lifter combination UNA 25-PS. Alternatively, a condensate removal/condensate lifter combination UNA 25-PK could be used, in which case a separate condensate remover is not required.

When the amount of condensate is larger, we recommend the steam-assisted self-priming FPS or KH condensate lifter. The FPS condensate lifter operates based on buoyancy technology and is also suitable for Atex areas. In contrast, the KH operates based on sensor technology and its capacity is essentially unlimited.

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GESTRA UNA25-PK Pump Trap, UNA25-PS Condensate Lifter

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GESTRA FPS23 Steam-Powered Condensate-Return Unit

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GESTRA KH Steam-Powered Condensate-Return Unit

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GESTRA ED Condensate Dampening Pot

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GESTRA FPS14 Steam-Powered Condensate-Return Uni

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ARI-Armaturen CONLIFT Float-operated condensate pump

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Sludge separators

Sludge separators

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HEROSE kryogeeninen suodatin - cryogenic filter

Media

Steam and condensate
Cryogenic media
Natural gas, biogas and biomethane
LPG
Process media

Manufacturers

GESTRA
ARI-Armaturen
HEROSE

Technical specifications

Sizes: DN 15-500
Pressure ratings: PN 6-160
Materials: GG-25, GGG 40.3, GS-C 25, AISI 316
Connections: flange, welded, threaded
Other names: mud seal, strainer

What is a sludge separator?

A sludge separator – also called a strainer – is like a filter that ensures that the medium reaches the required degree of purity. Installing a sludge separator is also an easy way to avoid damage and slow the wear of more valuable equipment in the line. Various sludge separator are available with several different mesh sizes.

Sludge separator selection

We assist in selecting the sludge separator that meets the requirements of your application. Our product range covers a wide selection of various sludge separators.

Steel strainers from ARI-Armaturen are suitable for steam and condensate systems. For process systems, strainers can be selected from our acid-resistant models. Additionally, our range includes large basket strainers for high flow rates.

Cryogenic strainers are available from DN 10 to DN 200 and can withstand pressures up to 50 bar in operating temperatures ranging from -196°C to +120°C. Strainers are made of stainless steel and bronze.

Contact our representatives for more information.

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ARI-Armaturen Strainers PN6-40 datasheet

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ARI-Armaturen Strainers PN63-160 datasheet

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GESTRA SZ 36A Strainers Datasheet

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Flanged and welded non-return valves

Flanged and welded non-return valves

laipalliset_ja_hitsattavat_takaiskuventtiilit - Flanged and welded non-return valves
HEROSE-takaiskuventtiili - non-return valve

Media

LPG
Process media
Gas and fuel
Steam and condensate
Cryogenic media
Natural gas, biogas and biomethane

Manufacturers

Edward Flowserve
Tecofi
ARI-Armaturen
HEROSE

Technical Specifications

Sizes: DN 10-500
Pressure Classes: PN 16-500, ASME 150-2500#
Materials: GG-25, GS-C 25, AISI 316, GS-12CrMo19.5
Connection Types: Flanged, welded or between flanges
Other: valves can also be supplied clad
Cryogenic Valves: minimum temperature -196 °C, soft or metal seal, piston, tilting or wafer style check
Other Names: ball check valve, seat check valve, flanged and welded check valves

What are flanged and welded non-return valves?

The overall lengths of flanged non-return valves conform to standard dimensions, so replacement of broken valves can be done without pipe modifications. In new installations, it is often more economical to use non-return valves installed between flanges, as they are lighter in construction and more cost-effective.

In waterworks construction, flanged ball non-return valves remain a viable option if the medium contains material that clogs a conventional non-return valve.

Selection of flanged and welded non-return valves

We assist in selecting a non-return valve that meets the requirements of your application. Our sales representatives can provide you with detailed information on the opening characteristics of each valve, as well as support with sizing if needed.

Also, check out our Konwell Academy webinar on selecting and sizing non-return valves.

For steam, condensate, process media, gases, and liquid fuels

In many processes, it is essential to ensure that the non-return valve does not leak from the flange seal. For such applications, welded non-return valves suitable for a variety of materials with pressure classes up to PN 500 are appropriate.

Our product range also covers ASME non-return valves up to a pressure class of 2500#, including those that lock in the open position and sealing non-return valves.

For cryogenic media

Cryogenic non-return valves require specialized design solutions to meet exceptional cold resistance requirements. Our HEROSEN non-return valves are made from stainless steel and bronze.

Cryogenic non-return valves are available in sizes DN 10-200. They can withstand pressures up to 50 bar at operating temperatures of -196…+120°C. We can size the appropriate non-return valve based on your process data.

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Steam, Condensate, Process Media and Gases

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ARI-Armaturen CHECKO-V PN63-160 Check Valves

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ARI-Armaturen CHECKO-V and CHECKO-D Check Valves

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ARI-Armaturen CHECKO-V and CHECKO-D Check Valves

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Tecofi CBL3240 Flanged Ball Check Valves

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