INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS:
LNG
INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS:
LNG
Heat Tracing for Light Natural Gas
Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) operations involve extreme temperatures and require precise thermal management to ensure safe, efficient, and continuous operation. Heat tracing plays a critical role in LNG facilities by preventing freezing, maintaining process temperatures, and ensuring the integrity of cryogenic and gas handling systems.
Drexan HeatTracer cables and connection systems are:
- Able to serve the most demanding environments including hazardous and non-hazardous areas as well as areas where corrosive exposure may be of concern.
- Certified to CSA (CUS), and UL standards for use
throughout North America. - Suitable for both metal and non-metal pipes, tanks and vessels.
Hazardous locations are defined by the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) section 18 and the National Electrical Code (NEC) as; those areas in which the potential for fire or explosion exists due to the presence of flammable gases or vapours and combustible dusts.
For the most current information and complete details pertaining to hazardous locations refer to the Canadian and National Electrical Codes.
Industrial trace heating systems are essential for LNG operations to:
Prevent Ice in Cryogenic Systems
Stop ice buildup on LNG pipes, valves, and instruments for safe operation.
Maintain Process Temperatures
Regulate key LNG stages like liquefaction, storage, and regasification.
Prevent Hydrate Blockages
Keep LNG lines free of ice-like hydrates that restrict flow and raise risks.
Protect Safety-Critical Systems
Prevent freezing in emergency water and fire suppression lines.
Boost Efficiency & Reduce Costs
Targeted heat tracing lowers energy use and cuts maintenance needs.
Ensure Reliable LNG Transport
Prevent stress, leaks, and failures in storage tanks and transfer lines.
Related Resources
Industrial Cable Information Sheet
Download NEMA ratings for a complete list of enclosure types
Zone Information Guide for a complete list of hazardous locations
Design Worksheet to choose the right trace heating system
Hazardous Gases and Vapours
View our comprehensive ten-year warranty
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