Thermal oil heaters
Thermal oil heaters, also referred to as thermal fluid systems, are widely used in marine applications where high temperatures are required without operating at high pressure.
Instead of generating steam, these systems circulate heated thermal oil through a closed loop to transfer heat to various onboard systems.
Advantages of thermal oil systems
Thermal oil systems offer several operational benefits:
- High temperature operation at low pressure
- Stable heat transfer
- Reduced risk compared to high-pressure steam systems
- Flexible integration with various ship systems
These systems are often used for cargo heating, tank heating and industrial processes onboard vessels.
Typical maintenance challenges
Over time, thermal oil systems may experience:
- Oil degradation and contamination
- Fouling of heating surfaces
- Pump or circulation issues
- Control system faults
Regular inspection and maintenance are essential to ensure safe and reliable operation.
Service support
Global Boiler Services provides service and repair support for marine thermal oil systems, including:
- System inspections and troubleshooting
- Heater repair and refurbishment
Component replacement and spare parts supply
