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PLC Control Upgrades for Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers (RTOs)

Posted on August 28, 2019August 29, 2019 by Chuck Konowalski

What is the PLC?

PLC stands for programmable logic controller. When programming a regenerative thermal oxidizer, there are two interfaces that you’ll encounter. First, there is the human machine interface, or HMI, and then there is the programmable logic controller, or PLC. Together, the RTO uses both traditional human input and machine learning (i.e., programmable logic) to provide flexibility, added performance, and added control to the Thermal Oxidation process. PLCs are the brains of the RTO, instructing and initiating operation of the components of the system, based on feedback from the sensors on the RTO system.

What is the Difference Between a Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer and a Recuperative Thermal Oxidizer?

Posted on August 17, 2019August 17, 2019 by Chuck Konowalski

While both are a type of Thermal Oxidizer, the difference between a Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer (RTO) and Recuperative Thermal Oxidizer is how these machines use heat recovery during the oxidation process. RTOs combine hot exhaust gas with cool gas and passes this mixture through several heat exchanger chambers, typically made out of ceramic. A Recuperative Oxidizer passes exhaust through air-to-air heat exchangers that heat cool gas.

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What Are VOCs, and What is VOC Removal?

Posted on July 3, 2019July 3, 2019 by Chuck Konowalski

What are Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)?

Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are chemicals in the air that becomes gaseous at room temperature and are the top cause of the air pollution most commonly referred to as smog.

Which Thermal Oxidizer System Type is Best for You?

Posted on June 14, 2019March 11, 2020 by Chuck Konowalski

A thermal oxidizer is a process machine unit that reduces air pollution and VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) by incinerating hazardous gas at extremely high temperatures until the VOCs are removed.

Find Kono Kogs in the 2019 Process Heating Buyers Guide

Posted on December 20, 2018December 20, 2018 by Chuck Konowalski

Kono Kogs can now be found in Process Heating’s 2019 Buyers Guide. In print, or online: Process Heating Magazine: Kono Kogs, Inc.

Check out our product listings, as well as, spec sheets for our available equipment.

Process Heating is an industry leading publication written for engineers. Process Heating magazine publishes technical, how-to info about industrial heating equipment for manufacturing processes.

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Kono Kogs Removes + Delivers Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer (RTO) in 2 Days

Posted on December 4, 2018March 11, 2020 by Boyd Konowalski

A core service that sets Kono Kogs apart from other RTO resellers is our ability to not only replace old or outdated oxidizers – we also offer removal of the existing oxidizer! When the timing of shipping and installation don’t align with your current operational schedule, we can help. We can prepare your RTO for outdoor storage until you’re ready to install. We also offer RTO shipping to anywhere in the United States and Canada – just contact us and let us know the details of your situation.

Process Heating Article: Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer Advances

Posted on November 20, 2018 by Chuck Konowalski

Process Heating Article: Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer Advances

In an article published in the November 2018 issue of Process Heating Magazine we discuss the recent, proven advances seen in regenerative thermal oxidizer technology. Enjoy the article and call us with any questions. We would very much like to help you find an economical solution to your emission control needs: Repair, Upgrade or Replacement.