Steam Temperature Control: Tortilla Manufacturing Application

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A corn tortilla manufacturer was facing issues with controlling the temperature of their cooking kettles using saturated steam. Proportion-Air was brought in to solve the problem.

The manufacturer was using a traditional steam control system that relied on an I to P transducer, steam valve, RTD, and PID loop. The I to P transducer was frequently failing, causing temperature fluctuations.

Proportion-Air replaced the I to P transducer with their QB1X, a more robust model that can withstand standard industrial air without the need for filtered instrument air. Additionally, they installed a Proportion-Air steam regulator assembly, which offers several advantages over traditional steam valves.

The steam regulator assembly provides more accurate temperature control by directly compensating for pressure changes downstream. It also requires less complex electronic controls, simplifying the overall system.

Key benefits of using Proportion-Air's steam control solution:
• Improved temperature control accuracy
• Reduced maintenance requirements
• Increased system reliability
• Simplified operation

By implementing Proportion-Air's steam control solutions, the manufacturer was able to overcome their challenges and achieve optimal performance in their corn tortilla production process.