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Introduction
In industrial combustion processes, ensuring flame stability and detection is critical. Whether in refineries, power plants, or chemical processing facilities, maintaining proper flame monitoring is essential for safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. A failure in flame detection can lead to unplanned shutdowns, costly maintenance, or even hazardous incidents such as explosions.
While flame scanners play a crucial role in combustion safety, many facilities continue to struggle with outdated or ineffective systems. Common issues include false trips, unreliable detection, excessive maintenance, and difficulties distinguishing between multiple burners in complex setups.
So, how can energy industry professionals overcome these challenges?
👉 Watch our video below to see how advanced flame scanning technology is addressing these issues:
The Challenges of Flame Detection in Industrial Applications
Industrial combustion systems require precise and reliable flame monitoring to ensure that fuel combustion occurs safely and efficiently. However, several key challenges often arise:
1️⃣ Flame Discrimination in Multi-Burner Systems
Many industrial furnaces and boilers operate with multiple burners in a common space, making it difficult to determine if the flame scanner is detecting the correct burner. False trips or missed detections can lead to system shutdowns, impacting operations and profitability.
2️⃣ Aging and High-Maintenance Systems
Older flame scanners often suffer from sensor degradation, slow response times, and increased maintenance demands. Sourcing replacement parts can also be difficult, leading to downtime and operational risks.
3️⃣ Environmental and Regulatory Compliance
Regulations around combustion safety, emissions, and efficiency continue to evolve. Facilities must ensure their systems comply with NFPA, CSA, and other safety standards, which can be challenging with legacy equipment.
4️⃣ Calibration and Maintenance Costs
Traditional flame scanners often require frequent calibration and maintenance, increasing operational costs and labor demands. Reducing unnecessary interventions while maintaining high reliability is a growing priority for many facilities.
The Solution: Advancements in Flame Scanning Technology
To overcome these challenges, facilities need modern flame scanners with advanced detection capabilities, minimal maintenance requirements, and high reliability in complex combustion environments.
One of the most effective solutions available today is the ABB Flame Scanner, which offers industry-leading features designed to address these common pain points.
🔥 Why ABB’s Flame Scanner?
ABB’s flame scanning technology stands out due to its innovative detection methods, improved reliability, and enhanced diagnostics, providing a future-proof solution for energy industry professionals.
✅ Advanced Flame Discrimination
ABB’s flame scanners are designed to differentiate between individual flames in multi-burner systems. Unlike traditional models that rely on a single detection parameter, ABB’s scanners analyze multiple factors including:
✔️ Flicker Frequency
✔️ DC Intensity
✔️ AC Amplitude
By leveraging multiple tuning parameters, ABB’s solution minimizes false alarms and ensures accurate flame detection, even in complex combustion environments.
✅ No Analyzer Shelter Required
ABB’s flame scanners do not require a separate analyzer shelter, which reduces capital costs and simplifies installation. This feature makes the upgrade process significantly more cost-effective while maintaining top-tier performance.
✅ Minimal Maintenance & No Frequent Calibration
Unlike older systems that require constant calibration, ABB’s flame scanners only need periodic verification to meet regulatory standards. This results in lower operating costs, reduced downtime, and improved system longevity.
✅ Reliable in Harsh Environments
ABB’s flame scanners are built to withstand harsh industrial conditions, including extreme temperatures, vibration, and challenging fuel compositions. This makes them an ideal choice for energy facilities that demand durability and high performance.
Why Westech Industrial?
At Westech Industrial, we understand that every facility has unique combustion monitoring requirements. That’s why we offer:
🔹 A no-charge site survey for boiler houses – Our experts evaluate your flame scanner and drum level control systems to identify areas for improvement.
🔹 Industry-leading products – As a trusted distributor of ABB Flame Scanners, we provide solutions that enhance safety, efficiency, and compliance.
🔹 Expert technical support – We work closely with energy professionals across Canada to deliver tailored combustion monitoring solutions that align with operational needs.
👷 Interested in optimizing your combustion safety and efficiency? Contact Westech Industrial today to learn more about ABB’s advanced flame scanner solutions and schedule your site survey!
📞 1-800-912-9262
🌐 https://westech-ind.com
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