Epcon Industrial Systems

2,500 SCFM Recuperative Thermal Oxidizer . See inside this 2,500 SCFM Recuperative Thermal Oxidizer , designed, manufactured, tested and installed by Epcon. This animation demonstrates how the airflows pass through the shell and tube heat exchangers for maximum operating efficiencies. The Recuperative technology is suitable for low VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) concentrations and processes requiring 24-hour operation. These systems can achieve thermal efficiency up to 97% and have a DRE (destruction removal and efficiency) of 99%. Visit us for more information  https://epconlp.com/products/air-pollution-control/recuperative-thermal-oxidizers/

Thermal oxidizers are complex, technical products that many companies depend on to keep their businesses running and in compliance with environmental regulations. But what qualities should you be looking for when selecting an excellent thermal oxidizer manufacturer? Here are some factors to consider: 1 – Industry Specific Knowledge Thermal oxidizers are a mainstay in many different industries. This includes energy production, oil and natural gas production, chemical, pharmaceutical, and many types of industrial manufacturing just to name a few. Each industry has its own set of unique challenges and guidelines and standards that need to be followed. An excellent  thermal oxidizer manufacturer  should have in-depth knowledge of, and practical hands-on experience working on projects within your industry. 2 – Dedicated Engineering Staff Engineering is the most important component of a solid thermal oxidizer manufacturer. Without excellent  chemical and mechanical en...

Check our recently published article Using  Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer’s  to Replace Flares and Treat Fugitive Emissions. Managing Director, Tasha Jamaluddin, draws on Epcon’s years of project experience handling  fugitive emissions , specifically in the hydrocarbon production and logistics industry. Featuring case studies, one from a Liquid Chemical Terminal and another from a Midstream Gathering Station, the piece outlines the benefits of utilizing an RTO as opposed to DFTO when replacing Flare technology. While  Direct Fired Thermal Oxidizers  (DFTO), also known as Afterburners, have been the most common  air pollution control  device installed to replace open flares, there are applications in which Epcon’s engineers have opted for a Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer (RTO) as it proved to be a more effective and efficient solution, minimizing fuel consumption while better handling variable fluctuations and higher loading for a maximum DRE of Emission...

The Challenge A global German company, wanted to have a presence in the United States to manufacture 55 Gallon Drums . The new facility in the US needed to not only comply with EPA’s regulatory standards, but also provide increased processing speeds and fuel efficiency. The Solution Epcon’s capacities of designing, engineering and manufacturing of specialty and finishing equipment is unparralled. Our team custom engineered and selected thethe following systems in all Stainless Steel – including all Stainless Steel conveyors, assembly parts components, including the vertical pumps. All stages heated to a temperature of 180 °F for chemical cleaning. Two (2) 3-stage Washlines for deoiling and phosphatising the steel before painting Multiple 2 lane and 4 lane exterior Bake Ovens Double and Single Lining Ovens Multiple Batch Ovens Lid Lining and Curing Ovens Multistage Heat Recovery One Single Oxidizer, 40 000 SCFM Capacity Recu...

Catalytic Thermal Oxidizer for the Emission Controls for Chemical Processing of Ethylene Oxide The Challenge As part of a major plant expansion, a global specialty chemical producer approached Epcon to provide a cost-effective solution to effectively treat Ethylene and Ethylene Oxide emissions from their new processes. Equally as important to meeting the performance requirements was the ability to meet the tight turn-around timeline for this facility located in the Mid-Atlantic region. The Solution Working together with the plant engineers, Epcon’s experts proposed a compact and energy efficient Catalytic Thermal Oxidizer (CTO).  Leveraging Epcon’s decades of experience with Thermal Oxidation the team designed a compact L-Shaped CTO with propriety process stream, dilution and combustion air inlets, which deliverd the guaranteed destruction removal efficiency (DRE) of 99% to comply with Federal Regulations, Title 40 of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).  Co...

The Challenge A Coil Coating operation utilized an old direct-fired afterburner and a portion of the exhausts gas to heat a 100’ long curing oven, operating at line speeds up to 700ft/min The Solution Evaluating the appropriate oxidation system for a specific process stream is more challenging and requires in depth analysis of the specific process gas and operating parameters, as there are many configurations to choose from. A Direct Fired Afterburner, sometimes called an incinerator, is the most elementary system, as it contains no heat recovery system. Ideal for high VOC levels and fluctuating operating conditions. Thermal oxidizers are more sophisticated systems with a variety of heat recovery systems and configurations, typically used for larger process air flows.  Regenerative system, which uses media to absorb and transfer heat, was selected for this application.  In addition they are not steady-state, Instead they rely on a cycling gas, which flows ...

Thermal Deoiling is essential to have absolutely clean fins, used in radiators, condensers, evaporators, or anything that goes through the brazing operation. Over the years, Epcon Industrial Systems , Conroe, Texas, has supplied dozens of systems for this application and holds two patents on Thermal Deoilers . Recently, Epcon received an order from one of the original customers, to duplicate a previously supplied system, now enhanced with our new patented engineering technology. For more information, Visit https://epconlp.com See the featured article on https://www.modernmetals.com/item/15840-epcon-industrial-systems-receives-order-for-thermal-deoiler.html

Epcon is poised for a promising future with a highly optimistic outlook for the remainder of this year and the next. Our operations are currently robust, with 12 active projects in various stages of completion on our manufacturing floor. Notably, two of these projects are significant 21,000 SCFM Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers (RTOs) constructed with stainless steel for repeat customers, highlighting our reputation for quality and reliability. We are not only busy with our current projects but also have a substantial backlog extending several months ahead. Additionally, we are actively pursuing several proposals and are optimistic about securing these new contracts, further bolstering our growth trajectory. However, the overall business climate for domestic manufacturers in the U.S. presents challenges, particularly in the area of skilled labor. Like many employers, we face significant hurdles in finding the qualified talent needed to meet our project demands. Despite ongo...

Epcon Industrial Systems has been in business since 1977. Having designed, engineered and manufactured and installed over four thousand practical air pollution control technology, heat-finishing equipment and specialty solutions for loyal customers in North America and around the world over the last four decades, it has proudly elevated itself above the competition in both the environmental and metal finishing arenas. ~ Epcon Industrial Systems was founded by Aziz Jamaluddin, a mechanical engineer with extensive experience with thermal processing equipment . The company has grown from a one-man entity to a team of professional who share that same depth in experience and knowledge of the industries and the various applications. Epcon Industrial Systems is headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas, from which it supports its global customers. It operates out of a 250,000-square-foot facility that is equipped with state-of-the-art software and technology that heightens its extensive de...

President and CEO of Epcon Industrial Systems What is Epcon? Epcon is a full-service organization, starting with front-end business development/marketing, sales and application engineering, through complete in-house engineering, design, and drafting — all highly automated. Manufacturing, fabricating, and assembly is completed at our 250,000-square-foot high-bay facility north of Houston, Texas. We also offer turnkey field installation. Epcon products are highly engineered and fabricated with high-quality materials. Products include thermal oxidizers , industrial ovens, furnaces, washlines, and specialty systems, all pertaining to industrial heat-processing equipment. How did Epcon begin? I started Epcon 40 years ago. I am a mechanical engineer with advanced degrees and have worked with industrial thermal processing equipment, specifically coil coating operations. I hold several patents for ovens, oxidizers, and combining the process of the two. Epcon’s first project was a 55-ga...

Thermal curing, the process of hardening adhesives and sealants using heat, is a ubiquitous technique in numerous industrial and product manufacturing processes. In recent years, the composites industry has garnered increasing attention, particularly in the automotive and aerospace sectors. This surge in popularity stems from the desire to reduce vehicle and aircraft weight, thereby minimizing fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. Composite materials , employed in these industries, must possess exceptional tensile strengths and load-bearing capabilities to withstand extreme temperatures and pressures. Three prominent composite bonding methods, each involving adhesive application – secondary bonding, co-bonding, and co- curing with the adhesive – predominantly differ in curing schedules. However, they all rely on heat-cure methods. In all cases, the adhesive composition must be meticulously designed to meet performance requirements under a wide range of conditions. This is why...

Every manufacturing operation that produces finished painted metal products needs to assess the benefits of using pre-coated metal coils or applying paint directly on the finished product. Epcon Industrial Systems pursued a feasibility study for a large automotive manufacturer regarding its transition from the painting of metal parts on-site to the coating of coils used for various automobile parts. Both the coil coating process and the post-painting of automotive metal parts are notorious for high thermal requirements in coater rooms, in-house spray booths, curing ovens and volatile organic compound (VOC) removal. A re-engineered system with updated technology can not only increase the speed of the operations and output, but also improve the efficiency of the air pollution controls . This particular project objective was to design and assemble a new pre-painted metal production line equipped with a regenerative thermal oxidizer to remove the VOCs from the curing sessions. The client...

Business View Magazine interviews Tasha Jamaluddin, Managing Director of Epcon Industrial Systems, for our focus on the U.S. Manufacturing Sector Few companies that are not environmental protection agencies are as hard at work protecting the environment as Epcon Industrial Systems . Based in The Woodlands, Texas, the company is in a unique niche that builds air pollution control solutions for a wide range of industries. In its 44th year, the company has become a significant supplier for industries like food and beverage, aerospace, and oil and gas, and many more. With the U.S. government and government worldwide passing more and stricter environmental protection laws, Epcon is at the epicentre of a massive industry shift towards more responsible industrial practices. “We started with a list of about 28 industries that we serve, but right now, that list has grown to over 50, as more industries adopt tighter environmental protection protocols,” says Tasha Jamaluddin, Managing Directo...