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Fired Process Heating Systems for Industrial Applications

Efficient fired heat generation for industrial processes

AURA develops and manufactures fired process heating systems for reliable and efficient industrial heat generation.

Fired heaters generate thermal energy through the controlled combustion of gaseous or liquid fuels. This energy is transferred to a heat transfer medium and subsequently supplied to industrial processes. Our industrial fired heaters are individually engineered to meet specific requirements regarding heating capacity, operating temperature, heat transfer medium and fuel type.

AURA systems combine high thermal output, precise temperature control and reliable operation, making them suitable for demanding industrial applications. Depending on the system configuration, efficiencies of up to 97% can be achieved.

AURA fired process heating solutions

Fired thermal oil heating systems

Fired thermal oil heating systems are particularly suitable for industrial processes requiring high operating temperatures and reliable heat transfer.

AURA develops fired thermal oil heaters with heating capacities from 100 kW to 25 MW and thermal oil temperatures of up to 430°C.

Thermal oil enables high process temperatures at comparatively low system pressures, making it suitable for demanding high-temperature applications.

Water bath heater

A water bath heater is an indirect heating system used to heat gaseous or liquid media in a controlled and safe manner. 

AURA water bath heaters are designed for high operational safety, reliability and precise temperature control, making them ideal for sensitive media and demanding industrial environments. 

Advantages of fired process heating systems

  • High thermal output: Fired heaters are particularly suitable for industrial applications requiring high and continuous thermal output. They can provide reliable process heat for energy-intensive production processes.
  • High energy efficiency: Optimized heat transfer and efficient heater design help reduce energy losses. Depending on the system configuration, an optional combustion air preheater can further increase efficiency. AURA fired heating systems can achieve system efficiencies of up to 97%.
  • Precise temperature control: The heating output can be adjusted to match the actual process requirements. This enables reliable temperature control and stable operating conditions.
  • Flexible fuel options: Depending on the system design, different gaseous and liquid fuels can be used. This allows the heating system to be adapted to the available energy infrastructure.
  • Independent of high electrical connection capacity: Unlike fully electric process heating systems, fired heaters do not require electrical connection capacity equivalent to their thermal heating output. This can be an advantage at industrial sites where electrical grid capacity is limited.
  • Flexible system design: Depending on the heating capacity, available space and process requirements, fired heaters can be designed in vertical or horizontal configurations.

Frequently Asked Questions About Fired Process Heating Systems

Fired process heating systems generate thermal energy by burning a suitable fuel in a controlled combustion process.

The resulting heat is transferred through the heater’s heat exchange surfaces to a circulating heat transfer medium.

Depending on the application, this medium can be thermal oil or water.

The heated medium transports the energy to the connected process consumers, where the heat is transferred to the production process.

After releasing its heat, the medium returns to the heater and is reheated.

This closed-loop system enables continuous and precisely controlled heat supply for industrial applications.

Fired process heating systems are used in a wide range of industrial applications requiring continuous and reliable thermal energy.

Typical applications include:

  • Reactors and stirred vessels
  • Industrial drying systems
  • Industrial ovens
  • Asphalt and bitumen production
  • Heat exchangers
  • Autoclaves
  • Natural gas preheating
  • Crude oil processing
  • Presses and calenders
  • Chemical production processes

The heating system is individually designed according to the required temperature, thermal output and operating conditions.

AURA fired process heating systems can be designed for different gaseous and liquid fuels.

Depending on the burner and system configuration, possible fuels include:

  • Natural gas
  • Fuel oil
  • Diesel
  • Heavy fuel oil
  • Hydrogen
  • Customer-specific special fuels

The most suitable fuel depends on the required heating capacity, available infrastructure, operating conditions and economic requirements.

AURA engineers the burner and heating system according to the selected fuel and the specific requirements of the industrial process.

AURA fired process heating systems can achieve system efficiencies of up to 97%, depending on the system configuration and operating conditions.

Optimized heat transfer, efficient heater design and optional measures such as combustion air preheating can further reduce energy losses. The actual efficiency depends on factors such as operating temperature, load profile, fuel type and system design.

AURA designs fired process heating systems with appropriate safety, monitoring and control equipment for the respective operating conditions.

Depending on the system, this includes monitoring of temperature, flow, pressure and filling levels as well as safety limiters and automated control functions. The complete system is engineered in accordance with the applicable technical standards and safety requirements for the specific application and installation location.

Yes. AURA fired process heating systems are individually engineered to meet the technical requirements of each application.

Heating capacity, operating temperatures, heat transfer medium, fuel type, flow rate, burner configuration, control system and installation layout can be adapted to the specific process. Existing infrastructure, available installation space and country-specific requirements can also be taken into account during engineering.

Yes. Depending on the condition and design of the existing system, AURA can develop solutions for modernization, expansion or replacement.

Possible measures include heat recovery, combustion air preheating, optimized controls, replacement of individual components or conversion to a different heating concept. Where technically suitable, parts of the existing infrastructure can continue to be used.

A technical assessment of the existing system helps determine whether modernization or complete replacement is the more appropriate solution.