Case Study

Case Study

Upgrading Bag Filter Housings in Steel Manufacturing

Background: Airborne particulate removal is critical in steel manufacturing, especially from furnace exhaust systems. Traditionally, stainless steel (SS) housings were used; however, recurring issues such as leaks, corrosion, and inconsistent quality resulted in higher costs and frequent downtime for a leading steel producer.

The Challenge:

The operation team faced multiple challenges with the SS housings:

  • Frequent leakages requiring intervention
  • Corrosion damage leading to premature replacement
  • Unplanned downtime affecting production continuity
  • Rising costs from spares and maintenance
Upgrading Bag Filter Housings in Steel Manufacturing

The Solution:

The producer upgraded to mmp Filtration Pvt Ltd’s PPH Housing 7×32”, designed to withstand any harsh operating conditions while eliminating the shortcomings of SS housings.

The Result:

Performance Metric

SS Housing

PPH Housing 7×32”

Leak Occurrences 3 in four weeks 0
Maintenance Interventions Multiple gasket replacements None
Corrosion Damage Visible pitting and scaling None observed
Downtime Impact 12 hours 0 hours
Operating Cost Overhaul High spares consumption Only filter bags

Key Takeaway:

By adopting mmp’s PPH Housing 7×32”, the steel producer completely eliminated housing-related maintenance. The operations team now focuses solely on bag filter replacement, resulting in reduced downtime, simplified maintenance planning, and lower operating costs while ensuring environmental compliance.