LMK Thermosafe Ltd

LMK Thermosafe Ltd have been manufacturing Induction Drum Heaters using specialist chemically resistant resins for over 30 years, so are very familiar with the technical challenges of delivering high quality finished GRP products for use in harsh environments.

The marine and aeronautical industries use fibre reinforced resins, laminates and gelcoats in many applications where durability, finish and quality go hand in hand. Our flexible heating jackets have been utilised for surface curing during product assembly and where any post-production work results in the need for re-finishing. Applications vary from insurance quality repairs to luxury yachts, through surface curing of wind turbine blades during manufacture and re- finishing of blade tips during maintenance. Composite structures assembled in the construction of commercial and military aircraft often require surface heating. The high density insulation used throughout our products ensures a very evenly distributed heat is delivered, and the flexibility of the jacket permits uneven surface to be thoroughly cured. Sensors can be embedded where necessary for logging. We manufacture custom sizes and shapes, so with your drawings, images and temperature requirements we would be pleased to work out a solution and pricing without obligation.

For more information on  Curing Composites, Resins & Laminates  talk to  LMK Thermosafe Ltd

Provides heat to the base of 210 litre drums and smaller containers.

May be used on its own, or with other LMK Heating products.

Digital indicating thermostat standard.

 

The Digiheat Base Heater is suitable for heating steel or plastic drums up to 210 litres, including smaller containers. Top plate temperatures can be set and clearly displayed on the integral microprocessor temperature controller.

The Digiheat may be used by itself to provide heat to the base of a drum, or alternatively it can be used in conjunction with our other products such as flexible heating jackets to reduce heating times.

When using our THERMOSAFE® Induction Heater in a normal industrial area to melt a wax with poor thermal properties, the addition of a Digiheat significantly reduces the time required. A reduction of 45% in the time taken for all the contents of a drum to reach 80℃ and be completely melted has been demonstrated.

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Faratherm Induction Base Heater . LMK are the world leaders in design and manufacture of the Thermosafe Induction Drum Heater and Flexible Heating Jackets, supplying more than 45 countries.Our drum heaters have been designated as the solution of choice in many multi-national companies, for individual drum heating applications as well as replacements for large steam heated ovens.

Tried and tested the World over, our range of Flexible Heating Jackets simply wrap around the vessel, clip together and the thermostat can be set to the desired temperature.

• High-grade thermal insulation to reduce heat-loss and increase efficiency whilst providing protection for the operator.
• Fitted with adjustable retaining straps and quick release buckle clips.
• Integrated fully adjustable thermostats.
• 240volt or 110volt versions available from stock.
• Ideal for wide variety of plastic, fibre and metal containers – drums, tubs, buckets, kegs, carboys, totes and IBCs.
• Deliver an even heat over a large surface area, minimising the possibilities of damaging the product.
• Fit and forget – no regular maintenance required.
• Safe to use 24 hours a day.

Ex-stock and customised base heaters.

May be used on their own, or with other LMK Heating products.

Self-limiting and digital control options.

GrafHEAT base heaters form part of our new and advanced range of industrial process heating solutions which use our patented and national award-winning GrafHEAT heating technology. Standard options available ex-stock for everything from 1L pots to 1250L IBCs, with a wide capability for customised solutions specific to individual applications.

Safe to run 24/7, GrafHEAT devices are offered in either self-limiting formats (where power density can be customised during manufacture) or with additional digital control packages, with options in both 100-120v and 220-240v.

This unique product has been developed by incorporating carefully tuned and optimised Graphene within a patented polymer composite. Our unique heating technology uses positive temperature coefficient (PTC) effect to control both the power and temperature of the heating devices. The applied solutions are extremely safe and economical to use for small and large industrial applications.

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Tried and tested in some of the most demanding environments around the world, our range of Hazardous Location Heating Jackets simply wrap around the vessel, clip together and heat the contents to the required temperature.

• -  Suitable for use in gas and dust hazardous areas (Zones 1, 2, 21 & 22).

• -  Freeze protection and higher power options.

• -  Self-limiting and thermostat-controlled designs.

• -  Very easy to install thanks to the super-flexible construction

• -  High-grade thermal insulation to reduce heat-loss and increase efficiency while providing protection for the operator.

• -  Delivers even heat over a large surface area, minimizing the possibilities of damaging the product.

• -  Fitted with adjustable retaining straps and quick release buckles.


• -  Ideal for wide variety of plastic and metal containers – drums, cylinders, IBCs, etc.

• -  Fit and forget – no regular maintenance required.

• -  Safe to use 24/7.


• -  Available in custom sizes.

Many laboratory and industrial processes require a constant flow of gas to be delivered from pressurised cylinders containing gas in liquid phase. If there is a high utilisation rate, frosting can occur on the surface of the cylinder and flow rates can be adversely affected. Our uniform and insulated heating solutions can prevent this phenomenon and restore stability to the flow rate. This is particularly important when using calibration gases where repeatability is vital. (Separate pressure monitoring systems should always be in place to meet health and safety requirements.)

LMK Thermosafe Ltd. have been manufacturing robust and reliable industrial heaters for safe and hazardous area use for over 30 years.

Our standard product range includes a selection of flexible heating jackets for pressurised gas cylinders. These have been designed with a variety of control options for both safe and hazardous “Ex” areas where there is risk of explosion. We manufacture to CE, ATEX/IECEx, UL and CSA standards in our ISO9001 certified factories in the UK.

For more information or for a no obligation quote, contact LMK Thermosafe today

SIMPLE PRINCIPLE

The THERMOSAFE® is a single induction coil, wholly encapsulated in a cylinder made from a glass reinforced resin specifically developed for chemical plants. The cylinder is simply placed over the drum. Contact is not required.

The coil is connected to a single phase AC mains supply and generates heat direct and uniformly in the drum wall. Energy transfer is by alternating magnetic field and thus there is no heat transfer by the conventional and inefficient means of radiation or convection. As there are no hot elements, the heater remains substantially cooler than the drum being heated.

SAFETY

The complete absence of hot elements and the encapsulation of all electrical components enables unattended use, overnight if required. THERMOSAFE® can even be used in hazardous areas. Uniform heating without hot spots reduces the risk of product degradation. Accidental spillage does not present a fire hazard and personnel can work comfortably in close proximity. Together, these features allow material to be heated at point-of-use, thus eliminating the transport of hot drums.

EFFICIENCY

The low system temperature and lack of heat transfer contribute to high efficiency of the induction heater. Power usage is extremely low at only 2.25kW. Although originally designed with safety in mind, the heaters have won several awards for efficiency and productivity. Independent figures indicate energy savings of over 50% when compared with conventional radiant drum heaters, and more than 90% in comparison with drum ovens.

SPEED

By using the entire drum wall to input energy, the fastest practical heating rate can be achieved without product degradation. Heating times will depend on the contents of the drum but, to give a rough idea, the rate to temperature rise of a typical viscous organic liquid will be about 15°C per hour. The speed is further improved by the initial response of induction heating. Typically the THERMOSAFE® has proved to be 2-4 times faster than ovens.

CLEANLINESS

With ingress protection to IP66, simple smooth surfaces and no moving parts, the induction heaters are ideal for use in clean environments. They can even be hosed down during use.

FLEXIBILITY

In addition to being operated a point-of-use and integrated into the process, the heaters are used extensively as replacements for, and alternatives to, drum ovens. A key point to note is that far fewer individual heaters are required than the drum capacity of an oven. For example, one particular award winning installation of three THERMOSAFE® units heats 20 drums per day. The ease at which capacity can be adjusted to meet varying throughput demands and the varying heating requirements of different materials is in stark contrast to the fixed facility of an oven.

MULTI-PURPOSE

The induction heater’s unique features enable the same piece of equipment to be used in a wide range of applications to heat drums and a variety of other metal items, including gas bottles, small-scale reactors and process vessels. Complete access to the drum while heating enables pumps and stirrers to be employed. The drum and heater can be integrated into the system, often eliminating the first process vessel, and continuous feeding of material, at regulated temperature and flow rate, can easily be achieved.

Uniform heating and instant response makes the heater ideal for removing residues from drums, significantly reducing wastage. With full drums, these same features enable very rapid removal of solid drum contents by melting the outer layer of the material for rim liquefying.

MAINTENANCE

Since 1985, THERMOSAFE® heaters have been supplied to more than 60 countries. With no heating elements and no moving parts, experience has shown a seemingly unlimited life, with literally no maintenance, even in harsh environments.

For more information contact LMK Thermosafe today- email: sales@drumheating.com, Tel: +44 (0)1440 707141