Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers (RTO)

RCOs offer greater fuel economy, while recuperative units may be best for high VOC concentration airstreams (or an RTO can be considered). Contact KKI for guidance in choosing the right oxidizer for your application.

Feel free to check our used RTO inventory and get in contact with our sales and applications engineers at sales@konokogs.com to ensure that the system meets your needs. Quality-built refurbished regenerative thermal oxidizer (RTO) systems from KKI 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.

How often ceramic media needs to be replaced depends on several factors such as whether there are any acids or particulates present in the airstream, VOC (volatile organic compound) concentration, RTO airflow, and the type of media in use. When not exposed to adverse operating conditions, ceramic media beds can have a life of 5-10 years. When adverse conditions are present, the media may need to be replaced more often. Contact our service department to schedule an inspection.

Typically 1400° F minimum up to 1550° F depending upon the VOC characteristics. Read more in Operating Temperatures of Different Oxidizers.

VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) must combine with oxygen and heat to trigger the chemical reaction that breaks them down into CO₂ and H₂O. There are many successful thermal oxidizer designs that ensure sufficient turbulence, such as introducing the process air at an angle to induce spin or creating internal choke points. The better the mixing and heat distribution, the higher the VOC destruction.