MSG is a common condiment, and its main ingredient is monosodium glutamate. In the production process of monosodium glutamate, raw materials need to be heated, evaporated, crystallized and other treatments. In order to ensure a stable and efficient production process, it is necessary to use heat tracing to heat the pipes and equipment.
Heat tracingIt is an electric heating device, which consists of a resistance wire, an insulating material and a sheath. The working principle of heat trace is to use the heat generated by the resistance wire to transfer it to the pipe or equipment through the sheath, so as to achieve the purpose of heating. Heat tracing has the characteristics of fast heating speed, uniform temperature and easy installation, so it is widely used in industrial and civil fields.
Application of heat tracing in monosodium glutamate production
1.Pipe heating.
In MSG production, a large number of pipes are required to transport raw materials and finished products. In order to ensure that the material in the pipe does not solidify or crystallize, the pipe needs to be heated with a heat trace. The heat trace can be wound around the pipe, and the heat generated by the resistance wire heats the pipe, so as to ensure that the material in the pipe is kept within the appropriate temperature range.
2.The device is heated.
In MSG production, some equipment is required to process the raw materials, such as evaporators, crystallizers, etc. These devices need to maintain a certain temperature during operation, so they need to be heated with a heat tracing. The heat trace can be wound around the equipment, and the heat generated by the resistance wire can heat the equipment, so as to ensure the normal operation of the equipment.
3.Tank heating.
In MSG production, some storage tanks are needed to store raw materials and finished products. In order to ensure that the material inside the tank does not solidify or crystallize, the tank needs to be heated with a heat tracing. The heat trace can be wound around the tank, and the heat generated by the resistance wire heats the tank, so as to ensure that the material in the tank is kept within the appropriate temperature range.
When choosing a heat tracing, you need to consider factors such as the size, material, and operating temperature of the pipe or equipment. In general, the choice of heat trace should be customized according to the actual situation to ensure the heating effect and safety. When installing a heat tracing, you need to pay attention to the following:
The heat trace should be wrapped around the pipe or equipment and should not be loose or voidable.
The ends of the heat trace should be sealed with insulation to prevent heat loss.
Heat tracings should be installed in a way that avoids contact with other electrical equipment to prevent short circuits or other malfunctions.
The installation of heat tracing should comply with relevant safety standards and specifications to ensure safe use.
In conclusion, heat tracing plays an important role in the production of monosodium glutamate. It can heat pipes, equipment and storage tanks to ensure a stable and efficient production process. When selecting and installing heat tracing, it needs to be customized according to the actual situation to ensure heating effect and safety.