Fouling Services

HTRI experts use our proprietary fouling rigs to research and assess fouling of petroleum and petroleum products. We provide data that can help keep heat exchangers running longer, cleaner, and more efficiently. Our crude oil fouling testing program has developed reliable and repeatable techniques that assess the in-tube fouling potential for crude oil and petroleum products. Results are provided in a detailed, customized report. More information can be found on the Fouling Testing page.

To request a test, please fill out the Fouling Testing form and submit online.

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Evaluating Fouling Development on Heat Exchangers

Edgeview^®, an inventive solution for fast, accurate evaluation of heat exchanger performance, identifies operating regimes that exhibit reduced fouling tendencies in shell-and-tube heat exchangers. Edgeview leverages six decades of HTRI research expertise to evaluate measured fouling development in operating facilities. Edgeview Consulting Service delivers an effective, customized fouling solution that incorporates the unique requirements of each client.

Vapor Infusion for Preventing Fouling

Vapor infusion is an environmentally friendly alternative that reduces fouling and protects heat exchangers and process equipment that use water as a process stream. It safely generates scrubbing, transitory bubbles to reduce the formation of foulants on heat exchanger surfaces while imparting targeted and reduced chemical treatments. HTRI is the exclusive worldwide provider for vapor infusion technology for heat exchanger and water processing applications using fluid flow (including liquid or gas). For further information see our vapor infusion web page or contact [email protected].