LDPE Reactor

Stirrer bearing failure
System implemented by user succesfully
Country:
Italy
Application:
Low Density Polyethylene Plant
Compressor type:
Autoclave reactor
Service
Power:
Pressure:
LDPE Reactor
Problem

Catastrophic failure of stirrer supporting bearing caused heavy damage to the reactor wall


Solution
  • RCA revealed too little elasticity in bearing clamping system
  • New clamping system developed