Deep Hole Drilling for Chemical Processing Equipment
Chemical processing equipment operates in aggressive environments. Reactors, heat exchangers, columns, and piping must withstand corrosive chemicals at high temperatures and pressures. The deep hole drilling work in this industry centers on components made from corrosion-resistant alloys. I have drilled components for chemical plants producing fertilizers, petrochemicals, specialty chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. The material grades and quality requirements vary by application, but the common thread is corrosion resistance. The tube sheet drilling described here builds on general heat exchanger tube sheet drilling with additional considerations for corrosion-resistant alloys. ...