Mitigating Chiller Tube Fouling
Chiller fouling is an enduring challenge that afflicts over 95% of all operational chillers. Innovas Technologies’ Helios Tube Cleaning System® has emerged as a game-changing solution for mitigating fouling issues in these critical systems. Additionally, further transformation lies in the integration of Metis™ Controls within the Helios, reshaping chiller plant optimization by not only tackling tube fouling but also harnessing corroborative interface with BAS and access to invaluable data for predictive maintenance. In an era where energy efficiency stands as a paramount concern for financial goals, carbon neutrality, and sustainability objectives, Metis™ Controls are powering the future of automatic tube cleaning that can be characterized by heightened intelligence and efficiency.
Overview of Metis Controls
Metis™ controls, the latest offering from Innovas Technologies®, represent the new gold standard for driving the Helios Tube Cleaning System®. Metis™ introduces an advanced user interface with a flexible architecture, significantly enhancing Helios interoperability with building automation systems (BAS). This ensures limitless compatibility, optimizing the performance of Helios Tube Cleaning System® applications, all while increasing adaptability to forthcoming advancements in machine learning, sensor technology, fault detection, and IoT applications. Furthermore, Metis™ Controls uphold the same rigorous quality, conformance, and reliability standards that Innovas customers have grown to rely upon.
Advanced User Interface and Interoperability: Metis™ Controls feature an intuitive user interface and a flexible architecture, greatly improving compatibility with building automation systems (BAS). This guarantees that Helios Tube Cleaning System® applications deliver peak performance in eliminating tube fouling.
Native Integration: Metis™ Controls are designed with native integration capabilities for predictable interface into BAS and a growth platform for machine learning, sensor evolution, fault detection, and IoT applications for enhanced chiller plant optimization.
Quality and Reliability: As the driver for the Helios Tube Cleaning System®, Metis™ Controls are constructed to meet the stringent quality, conformance, and reliability standards that Innovas customers have come to expect.
Extending Benefits to Predictive Analytics
While the primary function of Metis™ Controls is to manage cleaning ball operations through the Helios Tube Cleaning System®, it is evolving its ability to extend the advantages of automated tube cleaning by linking with other Innovas Technologies® information products that encompass predictive analytics across the entire chiller system. Metis™ Controls bridges the gap between managing clean tube efficiency by interfacing with complimentary Innovas systems designed to collect a diverse range of critical data points for fault detection including:
Fault Detection, Isolation & directed mitigation: Early detection and localization of system faults is enabled, helping to prevent breakdowns and minimize downtime, a crucial aspect of ensuring uninterrupted operations.
Chiller Load: Continuous monitoring of chiller load enables optimized performance and enhanced energy efficiency, aligning with sustainability objectives.
Chilled Water Supply Temperature (CWT): By tracking CWT, Innovas data systems ensure the consistent operation of the cooling system, maintaining the ideal conditions for chiller performance.
Entering Condenser Water Temperature (ECWT): Monitoring ECWT ensures the chiller operates under ideal conditions, further contributing to its efficiency and lifespan.
Use Cases
Real-world examples of Metis™ Controls in action, as evidenced by case studies involving Duke University and the University of Virginia, underscore the transformative potential of these controls in capturing valuable data. At the University of Virginia, for instance, multiple data sources are being meticulously monitored in support of the Helios Tube Cleaning System® to gauge its efficacy. Initially, the primary focus was on assessing gains in energy efficiency, Innovas systems are evolving to yield a trove of invaluable data regarding chiller plant optimization intended to empower the operator.
Case Study 1: Duke University
Duke University, a renowned institution, faced a significant challenge in managing its chiller system efficiently because of its use of gray water for its condenser circuits. By implementing the Helios Tube Cleaning System with Metis™ Controls, the university was able to not only enhance the efficiency of its chiller system but also gain insights into its operational nuances. The interoperability of Metis™ Controls allowed Duke University to anticipate potential issues and address them proactively, minimizing downtime and saving on maintenance costs. The control system’s native integration with BAS streamlined the entire facility management process, making it more efficient and cost-effective through the elimination of chiller tube fouling inefficiency.
Case Study 2: University of Virginia
The University of Virginia, known for its commitment to sustainability, sought a solution to optimize its chiller system’s performance while reducing energy consumption. Metis™ Controls offered a comprehensive solution by automating tube cleaning and collecting crucial data regarding the operation of the Helios Tube Cleaning System®. By analyzing the data generated by Metis™ Controls, the university can fine-tune its chiller cleaning system, resulting in substantial energy savings and reduced carbon emissions. Moreover, the system’s fault detection capabilities prevented unexpected breakdowns, ensuring uninterrupted cooling for critical campus facilities.
Integrating Automated Tube Cleaning with Prognostics (Predictive Analytics for Chiller Plant Optimization)
In summary, Metis™ Controls by Innovas Technologies represent not merely an evolution of the Helios Tube Cleaning System® but a quantum leap forward in the realm of shell and tube heat exchange. By seamlessly integrating automated tube cleaning with predictive analytics capture systems, these controls empower organizations to achieve unprecedented levels of efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. As we peer into the future of industrial and commercial facility management, it is evident that Metis™ Controls are at the vanguard of automatic anti-fouling innovation, facilitating businesses in reaching their chiller plant optimization objectives while minimizing energy consumption and reducing their environmental footprint. With its intuitive user interface, native integration capabilities, and unwavering commitment to quality and reliability, the Helios Tube Cleaning System® powered by Metis™ Controls is shaping a smarter, more efficient, and more sustainable future for industrial and commercial facility management across the globe.
