Oil drum heater CC 00 series

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Overview
AMARC Drum Heating Cabinets are designed to heat materials contained in 200 L drums or 1000 L IBCs. Available as standard or fully customised solutions, cabinets prioritise thermal efficiency and functional safety for industrial processes.

Application and reference sectors

• Heating, phase change, viscosity reduction or melting of products in drums/containers prior to transfer or processing.
• Common sectors: chemicals, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, petrochemical, blending, oil & gas.

Construction
Cabinets are built on a welded steel frame with load-bearing metal sheet walls and asbestos‑free mineral wool insulation. Key construction aspects:

• Structural sturdiness: internal protective structures and calculated load-bearing shelves to resist handling impacts.
• Thermal insulation: design minimises thermal bridges and heat loss to ensure efficient heat exchange.

Operation
Heat transfer is primarily by forced-air convection. An upper ventilation unit pushes air through electrical elements or a heat exchanger (hot water, steam, diathermic oil) into distribution ducts that deliver heated air uniformly around drums/containers, creating turbulence for optimal exchange. Temperature is managed by a digital regulator on the control panel with a dedicated probe positioned for representative measurement.

Standard models and configuration options
The standard range, developed from 30+ years of installations, offers multiple models and high configurability. Main configuration variables:

• Operating temperature: standard up to +100°C; variants up to +150°C (electric heating).
• Capacity: 2, 4, 8, 12, 16, 24, 32, 40, 48 drums.
• Heating methods: Electric, Steam, Hot Water, Diathermic Oil.
• Installation: Indoor or Outdoor.
• ATEX/explosion-proof options: internal/external zoning available.

Models — Single Zone (summary)

• 2 DRUMS — CC 001 S1 — zones: 1 — 2 × 200 L — W 1580 mm × D 1650 mm × H 1950 mm — loading levels: 1
• 4 DRUMS — CC 002 S1 — zones: 1 — 4 × 200 L — W 2080 mm × D 1650 mm × H 1950 mm — loading levels: 1
• 8 DRUMS HORIZONTAL — CC 003 S1 — zones: 1 — 8 × 200 L — W 3595 mm × D 1650 mm × H 1950 mm — loading levels: 1
• 8 DRUMS VERTICAL — NC 004 S1 — zones: 1 — 8 × 200 L — W 2445 mm × D 1650 mm × H 2970 mm — loading levels: 2
• 12 DRUMS HORIZONTAL — NC 008 S1 — zones: 1 — 12 × 200 L — W 5455 mm × D 1650 mm × H 1750 mm — loading levels: 1
• 12 DRUMS VERTICAL — NC 029 S1 — zones: 1 — 12 × 200 L — W 2445 mm × D 1650 mm × H 4370 mm — loading levels: 3
• 16 DRUMS VERTICAL — NC 007 S1 — zones: 1 — 16 × 200 L — W 3845 mm × D 1650 mm × H 2970 mm — loading levels: 2
• 24 DRUMS — NC 009 S1 — zones: 1 — 24 × 200 L — W 5455 mm × D 1650 mm × H 2970 mm — loading levels: 2
• 32 DRUMS — NC 013 S1 — zones: 1 — 32 × 200 L — W 6955 mm × D 1650 mm × H 2970 mm — loading levels: 2
• 40 DRUMS — NC 015 S1 — zones: 1 — 40 × 200 L — W 8865 mm × D 1650 mm × H 2970 mm — loading levels: 2
• 48 DRUMS — NC 028 S1 — zones: 1 — 48 × 200 L — W 9575 mm × D 1650 mm × H 2970 mm — loading levels: 2

Models — Multiple Zone (summary)
Multiple-zone cabinets provide independent temperature control across separate zones, enabling concurrent heating of different products and energy savings on partial loads. Examples:

• 8 drums horizontal, 2 zones (4+4) — CC 006 S1 — W 4040 mm
• 12 drums horizontal, 2 zones (4+8) — CC 010 S1 — W 5555 mm
• 12 drums horizontal, 3 zones (4+4+4) — CC 029 S1 — W 6010 mm
• 24 drums, 2 zones (8+16) — NC 016 S1 — W 6300 mm
• 32 drums, 4 zones (8+8+8+8) — CC 030 S1 — W 7975 mm

Optionals and customisation
Extensive options to adapt cabinets to process needs: materials (carbon steel / galvanised / AISI 304 / AISI 316 inner and/or outer), special paint cycles (epoxy primer + polyurethane topcoats; certified cycles for corrosive environments), bottom constructions (3 mm plate, tubular elements, collection sump variants with drainage), door types (single/double leaf, sliding, roller or automatic vertical shutters), door locking for wind/anti-entrapment, fumes extraction and air renewal systems (timed, on‑off, interlocked), gas detectors with safety logic, watertight or higher-IP control enclosures, ATEX design variants for gas zoning.

Documentation and layout examples
Model layout sheets and technical brochures are available for each model (drawing codes, capacities, dimensions, recommended operating methods).

Characteristics / technical specifications

• Heating methods: Electric, Steam, Hot Water, Diathermic Oil; dual combos on request (e.g., electric + steam).
• Operating temperature: standard up to +100°C; variants up to +150°C (electric). Actual cabinet temp depends on plant supply conditions for fluid heating.
• Capacity range: 2 to 48 drums (alternatively 1–12 IBCs); standard pallet footprint 1200×1200 mm for 4 drums per station.
• Construction: welded steel frame, asbestos-free mineral wool insulation; optional AISI 304 / AISI 316 stainless steel inner/outer finishes.
• Control: digital temperature regulator with probe; single or multiple regulation zones per model.
• Safety: ATEX compliance options, door interlocks, anti-entrapment devices, extraction interlocks, gas detectors.
• Bottom/tank options: standard 3 mm bottom plate or tubular bottom; collection sump in multiple capacities, drainage via flange or ball valve.
• Installation: indoor or outdoor variants; outdoor includes additional sealing, protective roof and higher IP control enclosures.
• Documentation: model-specific PDF layouts and general product brochures with technical drawings, dimensions, options and installation notes.