💨🔥 Lesson Summary – The Role of Steam in the Chemical Industry

Welcome to this special lecture focusing on steam, a vital utility in chemical plants used for heating and power generation.

🔹 Types of Steam Lines by Pressure:

• 🌬️ Low-Pressure Steam
  • Pressure: 0.1 to 3 bars
  • Temperature: 110 to 150°C
  • Common Uses: Space heating, radiators, pasteurization, sterilization in food processing
• ⚡ Medium-Pressure Steam
  • Intermediate pressure and temperatures up to 250°C
  • Applications: Process heating, heat exchangers, distillation, chemical reactions, steam stripping, purification
• 🔥 High-Pressure Steam
  • High temperature and pressure for maximum efficiency
  • Used in heavy industries: petrochemicals, refineries, ammonia synthesis, high-temperature chemical processes

🌟 Additional Applications:

• Superheated Steam: Used in enhanced oil recovery and other specialized processes requiring very high temperatures.

✅ Key Takeaway:

Understanding the correct steam pressure and temperature requirements for your specific process ensures efficient and safe operations tailored to your industry needs.