Radiator and heat exchange systems are used in many areas of commercial industry. We are familiar with the radiators in our cars and other vehicles and the job they do when it comes to keeping an engine cool. In fact, wherever there are combustion engines, there are also heat exchange systems such as radiators to keep them working well.
What Does an Oil Cooler Do?
Every engine gets hot. In fact, heat is really the primary enemy of any mechanical system where the movement of parts causes friction. Where friction occurs, there is inevitably a buildup of heat. As this heat increases, it needs to be removed efficiently from the system; otherwise, the components become damaged and the system itself begins to fail.
Oil coolers in Indiana represent one type of heat exchange system. Oil itself is a very efficient substance as it is used in engines to lubricate moving parts and also to transfer heat. As the oil moves over hot components, it picks up the heat that has been generated. This heat changes the properties of the oil so that it becomes either more or less viscous depending on how much heat it is holding.
In order to efficiently dissipate the heat that is being held by the oil, it moves through oil coolers. These may exist in multiples in engine systems. These oil coolers are comprised of a material that can efficiently remove heat from the oil and then transfer it to the outside environment, thus removing it from the system entirely. This is why a radiator feels hot to the touch after a car has been driven or when a piece of equipment has been used.
Does Your Cooler Have Problems?
The problem is that these cooling systems can break down and become inefficient over time. The good news is that companies that provide radiator field services and repairs will also cover oil coolers. Visit D & B Heat Transfer Products Inc. for more information on how they can help your company with radiator and cooler problems.
