THERMAX
THERMAL OIL HEATERS
Compact and Efficient Heating! Our THERMAX thermal oil heaters combine the efficiency and longevity of a closed-loop, low-pressure system with our premium build quality, all in a compact design.
Advantages of a Centralized Hot Oil System
- Energy Efficiency: Up to 50% less energy consumption compared to steam systems.
- Safe Operation: Open-to-atmosphere design eliminates pressure risks.
- Corrosion-Free: Ensures a significantly longer equipment lifespan.
- Low Maintenance: No water treatment or complex certifications required.
- High Temperature Capability: Achieves temperatures up to 350°C to meet a variety of industrial heating needs..
- Versatile Fuel Options: Can burn various fuels such as diesel, paraffin, LPG, and natural gas.
- Customizable Solutions: Designed to meet specific heating needs, with flexible capacity options.
- Long-Term Cost Savings: Reduces operating costs by eliminating expensive certifications and inspections.
Optional Upgrade: AUTOFLAME Micro Modulation & O₂ Trim
For clients seeking the highest levels of combustion efficiency and control, the THERMAX Thermal Oil Heater can be equipped with the AUTOFLAME Mini Mk9 MM system — the world leader in digital combustion management.
This advanced control package provides:
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Micro Modulation Control – Continuous adjustment of fuel and air to match real-time demand, ensuring stable operation across the entire load range.
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Near-Instant UV O₂ Trim with Feedback – Integrated O₂ scanner with positive feedback delivers precision oxygen control, automatically adjusting combustion conditions for optimal efficiency.
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Industry-Leading Turndown Ratios –
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Up to 4:1 on liquid fuels
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Up to 10:1 on gaseous fuels
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Consistent Combustion Accuracy – Maintains tight fuel-to-air ratio control throughout the full turndown range, reducing excess air and lowering emissions.
Key Features of the THERMAX System
- Wide Output Range: Models from 18 kW to 4,500 kW net heat output, scalable for larger applications.
- Fuel Versatility: Compatible with diesel, paraffin, natural gas, LPG, heavy furnace fuels, or electric heating.
- Integrated Safety: Fully equipped with combustion and electrical controls, safety mechanisms, and compliance features.
- Custom Design Options: Tailored to your specific heat transfer needs, complete with ancillary equipment.
Industrial Thermal Oil Heating Systems
Thermal oil heating systems provide an efficient and reliable solution for industrial process heating applications where stable high temperatures, precise heat control and consistent thermal performance are required.
At Cape Boiler & Heater Co., our THERMAX Thermal Oil Heaters are engineered to deliver dependable heating performance across a wide range of industrial environments while eliminating many of the operational challenges associated with traditional steam and hot water systems.
Engineered for Process Heat Requirements
Cape Boiler designs and manufactures industrial thermal oil heating systems based on the exact process heat demand of each application. By matching the system design to the required thermal load, operating temperature and process conditions, we ensure efficient and consistent heat transfer throughout the plant.
Our thermal fluid heating systems are used across industries including:
- Mining and gold elution plants
- Mineral processing operations
- Chemical processing facilities
- Food and beverage manufacturing
- Textile production plants
- Bulk storage tank heating
- Drying systems
- Asphalt and bitumen heating
- Reactor vessel heating
- General industrial plant heating
Why Choose Our Thermal Oil Heaters?
Multi-Application Heating
A single THERMAX thermal oil heater can supply heat to multiple applications across a facility simultaneously and at varying operating temperatures. These systems are suitable for:
- Hot air generation
- Steam generation
- Hot water generation
- Reactor vessel heating
- Process heating systems
This allows facilities to centralise heating requirements into one efficient thermal oil system while maintaining reliable temperature control across different processes.
Superior Efficiency and Durability
Unlike conventional steam or hot water systems, thermal oil heaters can achieve temperatures of up to 300°C on standard units and 350°C on request without operating at extreme pressures.
This reduces many of the operational and maintenance challenges commonly associated with boiler systems, including:
- Corrosion-related failures
- Chemical water treatment requirements
- High-pressure operation
- Pressure vessel certification requirements
- Increased maintenance costs
Thermal oil systems operate in a closed circuit, helping conserve energy while supporting cleaner and more environmentally responsible industrial heating operation.
Complete Turnkey Thermal Oil Solutions
Cape Boiler provides complete thermal oil heating solutions including:
- Thermal oil heaters
- Circulating pump systems
- Expansion tanks
- Heat exchangers
- Process piping systems
- Burner systems
- Control panels
- Turnkey installations
From design and engineering through to installation, commissioning and ongoing support, Cape Boiler delivers thermal oil systems designed for long-term industrial reliability and efficient process heating performance.
Partner with Cape Boiler & Heater Co.
When you choose Cape Boiler & Heater Co., you’re investing in a proven solution that enhances operational efficiency, reduces costs, and supports environmental sustainability. Whether you need a thermal oil heater, hot oil system, or auxiliary equipment, we deliver systems that exceed expectations.
Contact us today to learn more about our industry-leading heating solutions or to request a tailored quote for your business.
STEAM vs THERMAL OIL IN HEATING
In many applications, the choice between steam and thermal oil has a significant impact on efficiency, operating cost and system complexity.
Steam systems:
– Typically suited to lower temperature applications (below ±150°C)
– Require water treatment, blowdown and compliance
– Involve higher operational oversight
Thermal oil systems:
– Operate efficiently from ±120°C up to 300°C
– Do not require water or blowdown
– Avoid pressure-related constraints on plant equipment
– Offer improved real-world efficiency and lower lifecycle cost
In practice, many systems initially specified as steam are re-evaluated and implemented as thermal oil once the process requirements are fully defined.
Designed Around Process Load, Not Equipment
Cape Boiler systems are designed around the actual process heat requirement rather than a predefined equipment size.
This means defining:
– The required temperature
– The medium being heated
– The operating profile (batch or continuous)
– The total installed heat load (kW)
From this, the most efficient heating solution is selected and engineered to meet the real operating demand.
Thermal Oil Heating in Gold Elution Systems
Gold elution processes typically require stable operating temperatures in the range of 120–140°C.
Thermal oil systems are particularly well suited to this application, as they provide:
– Consistent and stable temperature control
– No pressure constraints on client equipment
– Reduced operational complexity compared to steam systems
– Improved efficiency in maintaining process conditions
For many gold processing plants, thermal oil offers a more controlled and reliable solution for elution heating compared to conventional steam-based systems.