Process heat knowledge | FAQ

Industrial process heat refers to thermal energy that is used specifically in production processes, for example for heating, drying or melting materials. It is a key factor for efficient production in almost all industrial sectors. The required temperatures can vary greatly - from below 100 °C to over 1000 °C - depending on the process in question.

Process heating systems from Ascentec lower energy consumption, reduce_{CO2 emissions} and increase process reliability. They fulfil legal requirements and support your sustainability strategy. You also benefit from high system availability and low operating/energy costs.

We offer a wide range of process heating systems, including directly and indirectly heated thermal oil systems from 50 to 25,000 kW, electric heaters, hot water and steam systems as well as customised special designs, for example in the area of heat recovery. All systems are customised to your technical and economic requirements.

Possible heat transfer media are thermal oil, steam, water, air/combustion gases or special fluids. The choice of medium depends on the temperature requirement, process structure and cost-effectiveness.

Important criteria include temperature range, pressure ratios, process compatibility and safety requirements. Our experts will support you in making the right choice.

Our systems are designed for temperatures from 80 °C to over 400 °C. Special solutions also enable higher temperatures depending on the application.

The design is customised based on your requirements. We use digital planning tools, simulations and proven technology to realise efficient, durable and standard-compliant systems.

After clarifying the technical details and analysing your requirements, we develop a system concept, agree the details with you and draw up the project planning. Depending on the complexity, this process usually takes 1 to 4 weeks.

Our process heating systems are manufactured in Germany. This guarantees quality, short delivery times and compliance with all relevant standards.

Our experienced technicians carry out the installation on site, perform the commissioning and train your staff. We ensure short downtimes and minimal intervention in ongoing operations.

We integrate new systems efficiently through forward-looking planning and harmonised interfaces. The changeover is often possible with only short downtimes.

Our systems fulfil all relevant regulations such as the 44th BImSchV, BetrSichV and the European Pressure Equipment Directive. We provide you with full support for standard-compliant implementation.

We manufacture in accordance with DIN/EN, AD 2000, PED 2014/68/EU and industry-specific standards. Quality and safety take centre stage.

Digital control systems ensure greater transparency, control and energy efficiency. Functions such as visualisation, remote maintenance and data recording make operation and optimisation easier.

Preventive maintenance, the use of safety-tested components and intelligent control technology can significantly increase reliability.

Each system is customised specifically to your operating conditions and processes. This gives you a precisely customised heating system.

Yes, we also design customised systems for special industry requirements, for example in potentially explosive areas or at extreme temperatures.

Our systems are designed for energy efficiency. They combine modern components with heat recovery and the option of utilising renewable energies.

We carry out technical inventory analyses, identify inefficient processes and suggest economically viable optimisations.

Significant savings can be achieved by retrofitting efficient technology, better control systems or heat recovery.

With electric heaters based on green electricity, solar thermal systems or by integrating bio-heat sources. We offer suitable solutions for your application.

Thanks to flexible control, modular design and buffer storage, we ensure a stable heat supply even in the event of load fluctuations.

Yes, with our retrofit solutions we improve the efficiency, safety and controllability of your existing systems.

Waste heat can be utilised efficiently through heat exchangers or storage tanks. This reduces energy costs and increases overall energy efficiency.

Our service packages range from regular maintenance and remote access to 24/7 support. The aim is to ensure long-term safe and economical operation.

We offer fast spare parts supply, technical support and long-term maintenance contracts on request. We focus on your success even after commissioning.

We recommend maintenance at least once a year. Shorter intervals may be advisable for heavy use or special safety requirements.

Our systems have a modular design and allow the combination of different consumers and energy sources, even in hybrid system concepts.

Modern technology and electricity utilisation can save up to 50 %_CO2 - especially when switching from fossil fuels to electrical systems.

Yes, our retrofit solutions replace outdated control systems with modern systems with visualisation, remote access and energy management connection.

Yes, our systems are designed to fulfil the 44th BImSchV. We also support you in retrofitting existing systems.

Yes, our electric heaters are efficient, emission-free and can be optimally operated with green electricity. They are ideal for climate-friendly process heat generation.