Steam Types and Features

Ekotek provides efficient and reliable steam systems in industrial boiler technologies. Each type of steam is specifically designed to meet the diverse needs of industrial processes. Here are the types of steam and the advantages offered by Ekotek:

1. Saturated Steam

• Definition: Saturated steam is a type of steam where the liquid and gas phases are in equilibrium. It forms at boiling point under a certain pressure.
• Features:
• Ideal for heat transfer.
• Exists in equilibrium with liquid.
• Boiling temperature increases with rising pressure.
• Ekotek Advantage:
• Saturated steam is produced with high efficiency using optimized combustion technology in Ekotek steam boilers.
• Provides reliable and energy-saving solutions for industrial heating processes.

2. Unsaturated Steam

• Definition: Unsaturated steam forms under conditions below the saturation pressure and temperature of saturated steam. It does not carry enough heat energy to be fully saturated.
• Features:
• Lower temperature and pressure.
• Reduced heat transfer capacity.
• Ekotek Advantage:
• Ekotek boiler systems are designed to minimize the negative effects of unsaturated steam.
• Offers precise control systems to achieve steam conditions tailored to process needs.

3. Superheated Steam

• Definition: Superheated steam is generated by heating saturated steam above its saturation temperature, with no liquid phase remaining.
• Features:
• Carries higher temperature and energy.
• Lower heat transfer capacity but effective in mechanical energy production.
• Reduced density with improved fluidity.
• Ekotek Advantage:
• Ekotek superheated steam boilers are built to enhance energy efficiency and deliver maximum performance in applications such as steam turbines.
• Provides durable and long-lasting systems for high-temperature applications.

4. Dry Steam

• Definition: Dry steam is completely in a gaseous state without any liquid droplets. It represents the purest form of steam.
• Features:
• More stable structure.
• High heat transfer capacity.
• Prevents energy loss in industrial processes.
• Ekotek Advantage:
• Ekotek boilers provide precise control and design for dry steam production.
• Ensures high efficiency in sterilization, textile, and food industries where dry steam is utilized.

5. Wet Steam

• Definition: Wet steam is a type of steam that contains a mixture of liquid and vapor phases, with liquid droplets present.
• Features:
• Heat transfer capacity may decrease due to liquid droplets.
• Steam quality is not 100%.
• Ekotek Advantage:
• Ekotek offers specialized steam separators and automation systems to prevent the undesired effects of wet steam.
• Optimized equipment supports process efficiency in applications where wet steam may occur.

General Features of Ekotek Steam Systems

• Safety: Ekotek steam boilers feature advanced pressure, temperature, and water level controls.
• Energy Efficiency: Energy savings are ensured through advanced economizer and recuperator systems.
• Flexibility: Customizable solutions for each type of steam.
• Standards Compliance: Produced according to international standards such as EN 12953, CE, ASME, and EAC.

As Ekotek, we provide industrial boiler systems with customized solutions for various applications, offering high-efficiency and reliable steam systems for the food, textile, chemical, and energy sectors to achieve maximum performance.