Advantages of a Refurbished Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer (RTO)
Experience efficiency and reliability with Kono Kogs’ refurbished Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers
Buying a refurbished RTO from Kono Kogs, Inc. is cost effective and provides a range of reliable benefits. Save on capital costs, enhance performance, and support sustainability with our expertly refurbished industrial oxidizing systems. Learn more about our comprehensive services and advanced technology integration.
Advantages of a Refurbished Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer
At Kono Kogs, Inc., we understand the importance of efficient and cost-effective emission control solutions. Our refurbished Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers offer numerous advantages that make them an excellent choice for your industrial needs.
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Cost Savings
One of the most significant benefits of opting for a refurbished RTO is the substantial cost savings. Refurbished systems can save you 40% or more in capital costs compared to purchasing new equipment. This makes it a budget-friendly option without compromising on performance or reliability. By choosing a refurbished RTO, you can allocate your budget to other critical areas of your operation, enhancing overall productivity and profitability.
Reduced Delivery Time
Choosing a refurbished RTO from Kono Kogs can significantly reduce delivery time compared to a new system. Our experienced team implements all system upgrades quickly with 90% of work accomplished under our roof. The result? A nearly new system allowing you to be online quickly, whether replacing your less efficient oxidizer on your current process, or a system to serve your expansion plans.
High Performance and Long-Term Reliability
Our refurbished RTOs start with the best-built system, and are meticulously restored to meet or exceed original performance standards. We ensure that all critical components are updated or replaced, providing you with a system that operates efficiently and reliably. Each refurbished unit undergoes rigorous testing and quality checks to ensure it meets our high standards, giving you peace of mind and confidence in your investment.
Longevity
With proper maintenance, a refurbished RTO can offer decades-long performance, comparable to new units. This longevity makes them a wise investment for long-term emission control. By choosing a refurbished RTO, you gain reliable performance for decades at a significantly reduced capital investment, along with energy efficiency and PLC controls/connectivity rivaling new equipment.
Environmental Benefits
RTOs are already the most efficient thermal oxidizer choice with very high VOC/HAP destruction efficiency. But refurbishing existing RTOs goes above and beyond when considering the positive environmental impact. One unique aspect offered by refurbished oxidizer systems is a significant reduction in Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions, as compared to a new oxidizer system.
While we rebuild and upgrade every sub-system on our refurbished oxidizer systems, the main body of the unit is mostly retained. Re-use of the main body- a structural metal base and a metal shell with internal insulation- eliminates multiple tons of GHG emitted for the virgin manufacture of this steel and insulating material. Scope 1, 2 & 3 emissions are a common way to quantify the benefits of reduce, re-use, recycle initiatives. Re-use of the main long-life components of an RTO provides an excellent net reduction of GHG emissions. Securing a nearly new oxidizer system to destroy VOC/HAPs while also reducing GHG emissions is a win-win for our clients and the environment.
Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emission Savings with Refurbished Oxidizers
In steel and insulation re-use alone the average size (25,000 scfm) refurbished RTO provides a credit of 67 metric tons of CO2 emissions compared to a new RTO system.
Here's how the savings in material production breaks down when you buy a refurbished regenerative thermal oxidizer:
- Steel Production = 1.4-1.85 metric tons of CO2 emissions/ton of steel produced
- Ceramic Fiber Insulation Production = 1.2 – 1.7 metric tons CO2 per ton of insulation produced
- Ceramic Media = 0.5- 1.0 metric tons of CO2 per ton of ceramic media produced
Advantages of Buying a Refurbished RTO from Kono Kogs, Inc.
From start to finish, incorporating a refurbished regenerative thermal oxidizer from Kono Kogs provides the needed technological know-how, the extra support and record of quality that you should expect when seeking a custom emission control system.
Advanced Technology Integration
Our refurbishment process includes integrating the latest technological advancements. This means your refurbished RTO benefits from modern PLC technology, improved ceramic media designs, and enhanced heat recovery systems. Also, each OEM design has weak links that we are aware of from our nearly 30 years of rebuilding these systems. This unique knowledge allows us to upgrade components and controls to leverage the best parts of any OEM's systems. Our new RTO systems have their innovative design drawn from this hands-on knowledge/experience. These upgrades can lead to better energy efficiency and operational control. By incorporating state-of-the-art technology, we ensure that your refurbished RTO is equipped to handle the demands of modern industrial processes, providing superior performance and reliability.
Customization and Flexibility
Our refurbished RTOs can be customized to meet your specific needs, ensuring optimal performance for your particular industrial process. Our experience allows us to reconfigure an existing system to customize it for your particular process conditions. This unlocks our world's largest inventory for use in almost all emission control applications.
Comprehensive Support = Maximum Uptime
When you choose a refurbished RTO from Kono Kogs, you also gain access to our comprehensive support services. From installation and commissioning to ongoing maintenance and repairs, our team is dedicated to ensuring your system operates at peak efficiency. Our preventive maintenance services help minimize unplanned maintenance and improve overall system reliability. Reduced downtime translates to increased productivity, making refurbished RTOs a smart choice for businesses looking to maintain continuous operations. Our support services include:
- Spare Parts: We provide a wide range of spare parts to keep your system running smoothly.
- Field Support Services: Our experienced technicians are available for on-site support and troubleshooting.
- Preventative Maintenance: We offer preventative maintenance plans to proactively identify potential faults and improvements to ensure your unit stays up and running smoothly.
- Remote Monitoring: We now offer remote monitoring for oxidizer systems so our experienced technicians can troubleshoot faults remotely.
Proven Track Record
Kono Kogs has a proven track record of delivering high-quality refurbished RTOs to a diverse range of industries, including metal decorating, flexographic printing, coating & converting, and more. Our clients trust us for our expertise, equipment quality, process knowledge, and commitment to excellence. By choosing Kono Kogs, you are partnering with a company that has a deep understanding of emission control technologies and a dedication to customer satisfaction.
View our Before & After Gallery and our Case Studies library here to see the amazing results & exceptional performance achieved with our refurbished systems.
By choosing a refurbished RTO from Kono Kogs, you are investing in a cost-effective, reliable, and environmentally friendly solution for your emission control needs. Contact us today to learn more about how our refurbished RTOs can benefit your operations.
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Refurbished Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers FAQs
Get quick answers to common questions regarding refurbished RTOs
Feel free to check our RTO Inventory and get in contact with our sales and applications engineers to ensure that the system meets your needs. Quality-built refurbished regenerative thermal oxidizer (RTO) systems offer a long service life, can save you up to 40% compared to new units, and come with performance and parts warranties comparable to those of new systems.
Perhaps. The retrofit typically involves catalyst somewhere in the media bed, allowing the unit to operate as Regenerative Catalytic Oxidizer (RCO).The result is reduced operating temperatures and energy savings. However, the conversion may be more complex or not possible if the unit is older, heavily customized, or in poor condition. Please contact KKI for a detailed review of the process.
In most cases, yes. But proper evaluation is recommended to establish that no potential catalyst poisons or masking agents are present in your airstream.
It depends. Regenerative thermal oxidizers (RTOs), depending on age, may be good candidates for repair, rebuild, or upgrade, which is often more cost-effective than full replacement. Upgrades may include PLC modernization and energy-saving features. Thermal recuperative oxidizers are usually less cost-effective to repair long-term, though minor fixes can extend their life temporarily. Catalytic recuperative oxidizers can be repaired, but costly catalyst replacements may justify system replacement if contamination is frequent. Contact us for an evaluation, and we can provide honest guidance to help you choose the best long-term option.
Kono Kogs stands behind every refurbished RTO with warranties that match or exceed those of new equipment OEMs. We have a proven track record of meeting warranty commitments for parts and system performance across a wide range of customers from startups to Fortune 500 companies. Our experienced team provides ongoing technical and maintenance support both on-site, and remotely via KONOConnect to ensure your system operates reliably over the long term.
To ensure quality, we use only top-tier components, conduct thorough inspections, and upgrade parts as needed. Our collaborative planning and extensive oxidizer expertise help deliver flawless projects that our customers trust and recommend.
