Electrostatic Precipitator

Electrostatic precipitators, often referred to as ESPs, are innovative devices designed to remove harmful particles from industrial gases. They do this by utilizing the power of electrostatic attraction, which captures and collects pollutants such as ash, smoke, and dust, ensuring that only clean air is released into the atmosphere.

Electrostatic Precipitator

Electrostatic precipitators, often referred to as ESPs, are innovative devices designed to remove harmful particles from industrial gases. They do this by utilizing the power of electrostatic attraction, which captures and collects pollutants such as ash, smoke, and dust, ensuring that only clean air is released into the atmosphere.
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Protech Electrostatic Precipitator

Combining UV-C light, Ozone with Electrostatic Precipitator (ESP), helps keep the downstream extract ductwork, virtually grease free, significantly extending the period between duct cleaning, reducing fire risk and keeping heat recovery surfaces clean.

Protech Electrostatic Precipitator

Combining UV-C light, Ozone with Electrostatic Precipitator (ESP), helps keep the downstream extract ductwork, virtually grease free, significantly extending the period between duct cleaning, reducing fire risk and keeping heat recovery surfaces clean.
Protech’s Electrostatic Precipitator (ESPs) work by ionizing and trapping grease and smoke particles onto collector plates. They have high particulate removal efficiency combined with low static pressure. Highly effective in removing smoke, grease and odors.
High energy UV-C lamps combined with Ozone are used to break down odours and traces of grease in the extract air by the mechanism of photolysis and ozonolysis – combining high intensity UV-C light with ozone technology
Protech’s Electrostatic Precipitator (ESPs) work by ionizing and trapping grease and smoke particles onto collector plates. They have high particulate removal efficiency combined with low static pressure. Highly effective in removing smoke, grease and odors.
High energy UV-C lamps combined with Ozone are used to break down odours and traces of grease in the extract air by the mechanism of photolysis and ozonolysis – combining high intensity UV-C light with ozone technology

How Electrostatic PrecipitatorsWorks?

Electrostatic precipitators work on the principle of electrostatic attraction. The process can be divided into several steps.
Firstly, the polluted gas enters the electrostatic precipitator. Inside the device, the gas passes through a series of ionizing electrodes, which charge the particles present in the gas. These charged particles are then attracted to a collection electrode, which has an opposite charge. As the particles move towards the collection electrode, they stick to it, effectively removing them from the gas stream.
Electrostatic Precipitator Diagram

How Electrostatic PrecipitatorsWorks?

Electrostatic precipitators work on the principle of electrostatic attraction. The process can be divided into several steps.
Firstly, the polluted gas enters the electrostatic precipitator. Inside the device, the gas passes through a series of ionizing electrodes, which charge the particles present in the gas. These charged particles are then attracted to a collection electrode, which has an opposite charge. As the particles move towards the collection electrode, they stick to it, effectively removing them from the gas stream.
Electrostatic Precipitator Diagram
The collected particles form a layer on the collection electrode, known as the dust cake. Over time, this dust cake increases in thickness, reducing the efficiency of the electrostatic precipitator. To counter this, a rapping system is employed, which mechanically vibrates the collection electrode, causing the dust cake to fall into a hopper. The collected particles are then disposed of properly.
Electrostatic precipitators can achieve high particle removal efficiencies, often exceeding 99%. This makes them one of the most effective methods for controlling particulate matter emissions in various industries.
The collected particles form a layer on the collection electrode, known as the dust cake. Over time, this dust cake increases in thickness, reducing the efficiency of the electrostatic precipitator. To counter this, a rapping system is employed, which mechanically vibrates the collection electrode, causing the dust cake to fall into a hopper. The collected particles are then disposed of properly.
Electrostatic precipitators can achieve high particle removal efficiencies, often exceeding 99%. This makes them one of the most effective methods for controlling particulate matter emissions in various industries.

Advantages of Electrostatic Precipitators

Electrostatic precipitators offer several advantages over other air pollution control devices.
  • Firstly, they have a high collection efficiency for both large and small particles. This means that electrostatic precipitators can effectively remove a wide range of pollutants, regardless of their size. This makes them suitable for diverse applications, from power plants to cement kilns. 
  • Secondly, electrostatic precipitators have a low pressure drop, which means they have minimal impact on the flow of gases through the system. This is important for maintaining optimal performance and reducing energy consumption.
  • Another advantage of electrostatic precipitators is their ability to operate at high temperatures. Unlike other devices, they can handle gases with temperatures exceeding 400°C, making them suitable for applications where hot gases are present, such as incinerators.
  • Additionally, electrostatic precipitators are known for their durability and long service life. With proper maintenance and cleaning, they can operate efficiently for decades, reducing the need for frequent replacements.

Advantages of Electrostatic Precipitators

Electrostatic precipitators offer several advantages over other air pollution control devices.
  • Firstly, they have a high collection efficiency for both large and small particles. This means that electrostatic precipitators can effectively remove a wide range of pollutants, regardless of their size. This makes them suitable for diverse applications, from power plants to cement kilns. 
  • Secondly, electrostatic precipitators have a low pressure drop, which means they have minimal impact on the flow of gases through the system. This is important for maintaining optimal performance and reducing energy consumption.
  • Another advantage of electrostatic precipitators is their ability to operate at high temperatures. Unlike other devices, they can handle gases with temperatures exceeding 400°C, making them suitable for applications where hot gases are present, such as incinerators.
  • Additionally, electrostatic precipitators are known for their durability and long service life. With proper maintenance and cleaning, they can operate efficiently for decades, reducing the need for frequent replacements.

Protech Electrostatic Precipitator Components

To better understand electrostatic precipitators, let’s take a closer look at their main components.
1. Ionizing Electrodes: These electrodes, also known as corona electrodes, are responsible for ionizing the particles in the gas stream. They generate a corona discharge, which charges the particles, preparing them for collection. 2. Collection Electrodes: The collection electrodes, also called plates or tubes, are where the charged particles are collected. They have an opposite charge to the ionizing electrodes, creating an electrostatic field that attracts the charged particles. 3. Rapping System: The rapping system is used to remove the collected particles from the collection electrodes. It consists of mechanical devices or electromagnetic hammers that vibrate the electrodes, causing the dust cake to dislodge and fall into a hopper. 4. Hopper: The hopper is a container located at the bottom of the electrostatic precipitator. It collects the dust and other collected particles that have fallen from the collection electrodes. The hopper can be equipped with devices such as screw conveyors or rotary valves for efficient removal of the collected material. 5. Power Supply: The power supply provides the necessary voltage and current for the electrostatic precipitator to function. It ensures that the ionizing electrodes are charged and the collection electrodes have the appropriate voltage to attract the charged particles.

Maintenance and Cleaning of Electrostatic Precipitators

  1. Proper maintenance and cleaning are crucial for the optimal performance of electrostatic precipitators.
  2. Regular inspections should be conducted to identify any signs of wear or damage to the electrodes, rapping system, or other components. Any necessary repairs or replacements should be carried out promptly to prevent decreased efficiency or potential malfunctions.
  3. Cleaning the collection electrodes is also essential to remove the accumulated dust cake. Various cleaning methods can be employed, such as mechanical rapping, acoustic cleaning, or water sprays. The choice of cleaning method depends on the specific application and the type of pollutants being collected.
  4. In addition to physical cleaning, regular calibration of the power supply is necessary to ensure the proper voltage is being applied to the electrodes. This helps maintain the electrostatic field and ensures efficient particle collection.

By following a comprehensive maintenance and cleaning schedule, electrostatic precipitators can continue to operate at their full potential, effectively removing pollutants and contributing to cleaner air.

Maintenance and Cleaning of Electrostatic Precipitators

  1. Proper maintenance and cleaning are crucial for the optimal performance of electrostatic precipitators.
  2. Regular inspections should be conducted to identify any signs of wear or damage to the electrodes, rapping system, or other components. Any necessary repairs or replacements should be carried out promptly to prevent decreased efficiency or potential malfunctions.
  3. Cleaning the collection electrodes is also essential to remove the accumulated dust cake. Various cleaning methods can be employed, such as mechanical rapping, acoustic cleaning, or water sprays. The choice of cleaning method depends on the specific application and the type of pollutants being collected.
  4. In addition to physical cleaning, regular calibration of the power supply is necessary to ensure the proper voltage is being applied to the electrodes. This helps maintain the electrostatic field and ensures efficient particle collection.

By following a comprehensive maintenance and cleaning schedule, electrostatic precipitators can continue to operate at their full potential, effectively removing pollutants and contributing to cleaner air.

Applications of Electrostatic Precipitators

Electrostatic precipitators find application in a wide range of industries where controlling particulate matter emissions is essential. Some of the most common applications include:

Applications of Electrostatic Precipitators

Electrostatic precipitators find application in a wide range of industries where controlling particulate matter emissions is essential. Some of the most common applications include:
  • Hotels: Large hotels often have centralized heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to regulate indoor air quality. Electrostatic precipitators can be integrated into these systems to remove airborne particles and pollutants, improving the overall air quality within the hotel.
  • Restaurants: Restaurants can benefit from electrostatic precipitators installed in their kitchen exhaust systems. Cooking processes generate smoke, grease, and other airborne particles, which can be effectively captured and removed by electrostatic precipitators before being released into the atmosphere.
  • Casino: Similar to restaurants, casinos may utilize electrostatic precipitators in their kitchen exhaust systems to control smoke, grease, and cooking odors in their food service areas.
  • Bars: Bars with kitchen facilities can install electrostatic precipitators in their exhaust systems to capture grease, smoke, and other airborne contaminants emitted during food preparation.
  • Malls: Large shopping malls typically have extensive HVAC systems to maintain comfortable indoor conditions for shoppers. Electrostatic precipitators can be incorporated into these systems to remove airborne pollutants and improve indoor air quality.
  • Hotels: Large hotels often have centralized heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to regulate indoor air quality. Electrostatic precipitators can be integrated into these systems to remove airborne particles and pollutants, improving the overall air quality within the hotel.
  • Restaurants: Restaurants can benefit from electrostatic precipitators installed in their kitchen exhaust systems. Cooking processes generate smoke, grease, and other airborne particles, which can be effectively captured and removed by electrostatic precipitators before being released into the atmosphere.
  • Casino: Similar to restaurants, casinos may utilize electrostatic precipitators in their kitchen exhaust systems to control smoke, grease, and cooking odors in their food service areas.
  • Bars: Bars with kitchen facilities can install electrostatic precipitators in their exhaust systems to capture grease, smoke, and other airborne contaminants emitted during food preparation.
  • Malls: Large shopping malls typically have extensive HVAC systems to maintain comfortable indoor conditions for shoppers. Electrostatic precipitators can be incorporated into these systems to remove airborne pollutants and improve indoor air quality.

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Protech’s Electrostatic Precipitator (ESPs) work by ionizing and trapping grease and smoke particles onto collector plates.

Protech’s Electrostatic Precipitators (ESPs) work by ionizing and trapping grease and smoke particles onto collector plates.

They have high particulate removal efficiency combined with low static pressure. Highly effective in removing smoke, grease and odors.

Protech’s UV-C & Ozone Filtration

•High energy UV-C lamps combined with Ozone are used to break down odours and traces of grease in the extract air by the mechanism of photolysis and ozonolysis – combining high intensity UV-C light with ozone technology.

Electrostatic Precipitator Diagram

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The ESP captures and removes pollutants, ensuring a clean and hygienic environment while improving indoor air quality.

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