Mechanical Dust Collectors
Inspection and Repair ServicesMulti-Cyclone Dust Collectors
Dust collectors are the first line of defense for protecting the equipment downstream of a boiler and reducing the load on precipitators, fans, and bag houses. CMS mechanical dust collector inspection and maintenance services can guide you on the path to improving your gas-path operating efficiency with an analysis of the condition of your equipment.
These inspections focus on determining common problems with mechanical dust collectors including: erosion damage to the inlet and exhaust tubes; worn inlet boots; erosion damage to structure; casing leaks; and many other issues.
While onsite, CMS will document all damage found, make repairs based on site direction and availability of replacement parts, and provide a dust collector maintenance plan in the final inspection report.
Figure 1 - A Mechanical Dust Collector.
Often damage results from uncollected ash that bypasses the dust collector and goes undetected until it eventually results in erosion damage to downstream equipment. This damage can lead to forced outages or deratings based on performance issues, such as erosion damage in the air preheater increasing leakage and increased system loads on both the forced draft and induced draft fan systems. Additionally, the increase in flue gas dust can lead to environmental compliance issues.
Damage or limitations can result to equipment including:
Our inspection and maintenance team can provide you with immediate help to assess and repair damage. The detailed assessments focus on providing information that will allow planning for proactively managing dust collector repair costs. Whether it’s performing a routine inspection or a complete rebuild, CMS provides you with a turn-key solution based on the timeline required by your outage duration.
Our approach to analyzing mechanical dust collectors focuses on evaluating the system’s overall performance based on the fuel burned and gas flow requirements. We can evaluate the boiler-performance impacts, ensuring that your dust collector is configured for optimal efficiency based on the fuel rate that you burn.
Some of the issues that can have a significant effect on performance, emission and maintenance include:
Figure 2 - A Mechanical Dust Collector.
Once CMS has gathered and analyzed critical information, we are available to put together a plan for your review and approval that helps minimize dust collector maintenance costs and downstream erosion to critical equipment. Our goal is to evaluate the right balance between operating profile and design velocity of the dust collector cones, while providing you with seamless project execution.
At Corrosion Monitoring Services, we are a one-stop-shop that can provide you with everything from material sourcing to labor for projects of any scale. Additional options include routine replacement of wear parts or complete retrofitting. Contact us today at (800) 637-6592 to schedule a free initial visual assessment or to learn more about our CMS Rapid Repair Solutions.
Baghouse Inspection, Parts and Maintenance
Comprehensive Baghouse Inspection and Repair Services
Corrosion Monitoring Services (CMS) specializes in the inspection, maintenance, and repair of various baghouse designs, including pulse jet, mechanical shaker, and reverse air baghouses. We serve key industries such as energy, pulp & paper, cement, steel mills, and other processing plants. Our expert crews focus on improving baghouse efficiency and minimizing downtime during scheduled outages, ensuring that your operations run smoothly.
Expert Baghouse Inspection During Scheduled Maintenance
If you're already working with our mobile crews for other critical projects, like high-angle inspections or heat exchanger repairs, we can seamlessly integrate a baghouse inspection into the schedule. This proactive approach helps identify potential issues that could lead to costly unplanned shutdowns. Additionally, our safety-trained teams are equipped to handle a range of services, from fan inspections to duct and stack repairs, while addressing your baghouse needs.
Detailed Baghouse Assessment and Reporting
After a thorough inspection, CMS provides a detailed punch list report outlining recommended repairs and necessary part replacements. Common issues in baghouses may include casing and expansion joint problems, vibration-induced cracking, or hidden corrosion and erosion damage. Our skilled technicians can perform on-the-spot repairs, including bag, cage, and weld repairs, ensuring your baghouse remains in peak condition.
Outage Reporting for Predictive Maintenance
Post-inspection, we deliver an outage report that details the "as-found" condition of your baghouse, including a map of repairs and projections for future wear and tear. This report enables you to plan maintenance proactively, avoiding cascading issues that could lead to unexpected shutdowns.
Preventive Maintenance for Optimal Baghouse Performance
Proper baghouse maintenance involves more than just changing filters. CMS understands that baghouse performance depends on multiple factors, including inlet and outlet gas temperatures, pressure drop, opacity, and gas velocity. Deviations in these parameters can lead to bag damage, equipment failure, and increased emissions. Regular inspections and maintenance by CMS can prevent these small issues from escalating into major problems.
Three Signs Your Baghouse May Need Immediate Repair
Your Trusted Source for Baghouse Parts and Services
Corrosion Monitoring Services offers a complete range of baghouse parts and services, including replacement bags, cages, filters, leak detectors, and more. Our services include:
Since 1982, CMS is your one-stop shop for baghouse inspection, parts, and service needs. Contact us today at (800) 637-6592 to schedule an initial visual assessment or to learn more about our Rapid Repair Solutions.