We have extensive experience in heavy industry, for example in power generation, petrochemicals, mining and steelmaking, and knowledge of more specialised applications ranging from industrial cooling systems to tunnel and metro ventilation.
In each of these our engineers have built up knowledge of the applications and are in the position to be able to offer unrivalled advice on equipment selection, operation and upgrading.
Cement
Modern cement making processes impose a wide range of demands on process fans, including high abrasion, excessive dust build-up, and high temperatures. Howden supplies the many and varied fan types required by the cement industry, ranging from large custom built fans for process critical applications...
Chemicals
The demands placed on equipment in the chemical industry are particularly high. Toxic, corrosive and unstable gases are frequently a part of chemical production processes. Maintaining the purity of gases being handled is a priority in the pharmaceutical and biological industries...
Defence
Howden is an accredited supplier to the defence industry of several countries, supplying fans and compressors mainly for naval vessels but also for other applications.
Environmental Industries
As environmental protection becomes increasingly important, Howden equipment plays a significant part in many applications that are of direct environmental benefit on land, air and water.
Industrial Gases
Howden diaphragm, piston and screw compressors are to be found in a wide variety of applications handling all types of industrial gases. The extent of this is illustrated by the following examples.
Iron and Steel
Some of today's most arduous applications for fans and compressors are to be found in the iron and steel industry. The need to move large volumes of air or gas, in many cases at high pressures and high dust burdens, places stringent demands on the mechanical design of the impeller. In ore beneficiation...
Metals and Minerals
From the treatment of ore to the refining and smelting of metals Howden supplies equipment to meet the demanding requirements of the metals and mineral processing industries. Howden products - fans, blowers and turbo-compressors, are found in all sectors from the mine site to smelters and...
Mining
Whilst the normal operational demands placed on mine fans may not be as severe as in other heavy industrial processes, the consequences of malfunction are acute. Howden axial and centrifugal mine ventilation fans are designed first and foremost with safety in mind.
Nuclear
Howden supplies highly specialised blower packages for the nuclear industry, and equipment for a number of other applications. Howden is leading the way in developing helium gas circulators for the latest inherently fail-safe pebble bed modular reactors (PBMR).
Oil and Gas
The oil and gas industry provides a wide range of challenges for rotating plant; extreme temperatures, high humidity, saline atmospheres, and remote locations being just a few. Howden provides high integrity fans, blowers and compressors that are well suited to such conditions and where the highest...
Other
Howden fans, blowers and compressors are used in a variety of applications throughout industry, ranging from providing air for combustion, process aeration, fermentation, drying, cooling and conveying; for extracting dust or fumes, and for handling any type of unusual gas.
Petrochemicals
The petrochemicals industry provides the widest range of challenges for rotating equipment. Howden fans, compressors and blowers operate in conditions encompassing extreme pressure and temperature, and handle a wide range of gases containing aggressive and toxic components. Demanding...
Power Generation
Power generation demands the highest levels of performance and reliability. Howden fans, heat exchangers and blowers are no exception to this, operating at peak performance for years between outages. Having been part of the power generation industry since its inception, Howden has supplied over...
Pulp and Paper
The pulp and paper industry is heavily energy intensive with both power and heat being essential for production. Boilers may be fuelled by various biomass wastes, black liquor or coal, and the erosive and corrosive exhaust gases present challenges to the associated fan and heat exchanger...
Transport
The transport sector provides many applications which require series-produced fans that operate with high reliability. Howden fans may be found on the latest high-speed rail locomotives, in heavy duty off road vehicles, and in ships.
Tunnel Ventilation
Vehicle tunnels and metros require ventilation systems that supply a varying air flow to meet changing traffic conditions and which can remain in operation during emergency situations. Howden tunnel ventilation fans perform this task efficiently, reliably and quietly, and are designed to remain...
Waste Water Treatment
The modern waste water treatment industry requires the movement of large volumes of air at low pressure and Howden compressors provide a reliable source of air for its key process. The compressors can account for over 60% of the power used in a treatment plant, so Howden products are designed to deliver...