HPL Heating & Cooling System – HPL7
High Pressure Laminate (HPL) is a tough, decorative material used in kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoor surfaces. It's made by pressing layers of paper and resin under high heat and pressure and is known for its durability and resistance to scratches, wear, and moisture.
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Location
Düzce / Türkiye
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Start Date
01-01-2024
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Timeline
6 Months
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Entegrator has been awarded as an EPC contractor for the Heating & Cooling System of 25-level HPL Press Line.
At Entegrator, we focus on delivering efficient and innovative engineering outcomes.
Key Insights
✓ Efficient Space Utilization
Through an optimized process layout, the new facility was successfully installed within only half of the initially allocated area, significantly reducing civil construction requirements and costs.
✓ Improved Energy Performance
The redesigned heating and cooling system enables the HPL7 line to consume 33–44% less energy per unit laminate production area compared to the HPL5 line, delivering substantial long-term operational savings.
✓ Enhanced System Reliability
Engineering improvements across the HPL systems eliminated chronic water hammer issues, ensuring stable operation and increasing overall system reliability.
Challenges
✓ Space Constraints During Installation
The project required integrating the entire heating and cooling infrastructure into a much smaller installation area while maintaining operational efficiency and accessibility.
✓ Energy Optimization in Process Design
Achieving significant reductions in energy consumption required careful system sizing, optimized heat transfer design, and improved process integration.
Outcomes
✓ Smart Process Layout Design
New facility was installed on half the allocated area, resulting in up to 20% savings cost of civil works.
✓ Energy Efficient Process Design
HPL7 consumes 33–44% less energy per unit area in laminate production compared to HPL5, enabling significant annual savings.
✓ Reliability-Driven Engineering
Overall in all HPL systems, chronic water hammer problems were eliminated for smooth system operation.