Trapping wastage

Deeside Laundry is enjoying savings on its gas bills following the replacement of its mechanical steam traps with Thermal Energy's GEM Venturi orifice traps.

The GEM steamtraps were found to be more reliable during steam production as they have no moving parts to wedge open or fail.

Instead of using a valve mechanism to close off steam, the GEM steam traps use the venturi orifice design to drain condensate from the steam system.

The steam traps are manufactured from corrosion resistant stainless steel and are available in a range of sizes for a full cross of applications.

Managing director, Jonathan Cross said,"As soon as we buy new machinery we arrange for them to be fitted with GEM steam traps." The traps are said to help reduce energy costs and increase equipment reliability.