Internal cleaning of heat exchangers

Machine description
The IBC-5 is a productive tube cleaning machine. The IBC-5 is developed to be used at a wash or bundle cleaning bay and is the ultimate tool to clean bundles in a minimal timeframe during shutdowns. The machine is operated safely and comfortably from the cabin. The cabin protects the operator against the high-pressure water and possible contamination while providing a clear view of the tube sheet.

Manufacturer information
Peinemann Equipment B.V. is located at Mandenmakerstraat 190, 3194 DA Hoogvliet.

Technical specifications
General specifications (approx.)
• Total weight: 5,500 kg (12,125 lb)
• Height (transport mode): 236 cm (92.9 in)
• Length: 1,150 cm (452.8 in)
• Width: 220 cm (86.6 in)
• Min. height lancebed: 60 cm (23.6 in)
• Max height lancebed: 210 cm (82.7 in)
• Max. height outriggers (option): 50 cm or 120 cm (19.7 or 47.2 in)
• Max lancebed left/right range: 150 cm (59.1 in)
• Max. working length of lances: 930 cm (366.1 in)
• Max. lance speed: 100 cm/sec (39.1 in/ sec)
• Lance pitch: 22 - 45 mm (0.9 - 1.8 in)
• Lance bed forward/backward movement: 60 cm (24 in)
• Forward thrust: 300 kg/lance (661.4 lb/ lance)
• Recommended water pressure: 1,000 bar (14,503 psi)
• Max. water flow: 200 l/min (52.8 gal/min)
• Hydraulic pump: 17 cc + 8 cc
• Hydraulic oil tank: 190 liter (50.2 gal)
• Power-unit specifications
• Dependent on diesel or electric power-unit
All hydraulic components are fitted with safety holding valves.

Accountability
Peinemann Equipment B.V. cannot be held accountable for any material and non-material damage caused during the installation and operation of the IBC-5. Therefore, users are obliged to read the manual and handle the machine with care carefully.

General terms and conditions
“All offers, orders, assignments and agreements for the lease, sale and/or delivery of services by Peinemann Equipment B.V. are subject to Peinemann’s General Terms and Conditions as lastly filed with the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Rotterdam under number 24175469. The General Terms and Conditions can also be found on Peinemann. nl. Any other general terms and conditions are expressly rejected.”

INTENDED USAGE

The Peinemann Equipment IBC-5 can solely be used for cleaning bundles. The IBC-5 must be installed correctly and placed on a stable surface. The operations need to be conducted in a designated area due to the risks associated with high-pressure water equipment. Operators must follow safety protocols and handle the IBC-5 with care. In addition, the IBC-5 comes ,with an electric or diesel power-unit. Make sure to follow the appropriate operating steps according to the type of power-unit.
The IBC-5 may only be installed, operated and maintained by qualified and trained personnel.
Before conducting actions of any kind, personnel must thoroughly read this manual. The instructions in this manual should be followed at any moment. Not following prescribed instructions could have serious consequences, such as physical injury and material damage.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The following safety instructions must be followed when operating the IBC-5.
• It is prohibited for unauthorized personnel to operate the IBC-5 or come near the site.
• Inform about the nature of the chemicals on the bundle. Consult the project leader when in doubt.
• Smoking, eating and drinking around the machine and inside the cabin is prohibited. Eating and drinking are only allowed after washing hands and palms thoroughly.
• Additional protection must be worn when working with contaminated material or chemicals.
• All personnel near the installation and inside the cabin must wear approved hearing protection.
• Everyone around the installation and the operator must know the location of medical equipment and fire extinguishers.
• All services must be accessible at all times. Placing obstacles in front of fire extinguishers and emergency exits is prohibited.
• All operations must be shut down when toxic fumes are detected.