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POWERSTREAM uses a range of sophisticated power tools to clean the insides and outsides of process plant equipment. High pressure water is a safe effective method of clearing obstructions.

POWERSTREAM have developed a wide range of purpose built, high pressure water jetting technology for the removal of heavy scale or deposited material in tube internals/externals .

This includes the self contained heat exchanger tube external cleaner and both high and ultra high pressure automatic lancing systems. Regular internal and external cleaning of the tube bundles is an essential part of any heat exchanger maintenance program. Custom designed and built containerised tube bundle cleaning systems provides an entirely self contained system for external tube cleaning, Its movements are driven by hydraulic motors fed by a self contained diesel power-unit, collapsible front wall allows easy loading. Jetting is by means of a remotely operated, multi-nozzle jet arm which sweeps the length of the tube bundle. Mechanical rollers rotate the bundle to allow blasting of every part., Remotely operated from the control cabin, operator safety is ensured during the cleaning process.

Customised Internal tube cleaning system designed to clean all types of heat exchangers, working with up to 5 rigid lances which spray high pressure water,automatically moving through the tube internal length, indexing both horizontally and vertically ensuring an effective cleaning job of all the tube configurations. Its movements are driven by hydraulic motors fed by diesel power-unit, which gives the necessary power to raise the water pressure up to 900 bar: the machine can also be manoeuvred from the control cabin, therefore reducing the operator risk of contamination from direct contact with the removed effluent.

The freelance tube bundle lancing system is designed particularly for the unique requirements of the tube bundle internal cleaning. Rated to 1000 bar 15,000psi, this system’s design and operation maximises operator safety and efficiency. It is capable of cleaning tube lengths of up to 13 m, from 12mm internal diameter.

The automated rotating lance system incorporates up to date technological advances, achieving greater cleaning reliability and heat exchanger efficiency. Benefiting from reduced personnel exposure to hazards associated with tube cleaning. Quicker turnaround and less downtime for tube cleaning restoring effective heat transfer.