REFRIGERATION PROBLEMS OF A VCM-CARRYING TANKER

The cargo refrigeration system of a vessel used in the transportation of liquid vinyl chloride monomer (VCM) is described. In order for the cargo to be maintained at its proper pressure, it must be kept at temperatures between 7 F and 14 F. The problems encountered in designing this system are discussed, and a general system outline is explained. Specific descriptions of the handling equipment for refrigerant pumpout, the liquid/gas separators which are used in the system, and the safety system, among others, are included in the article.

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  American Society of Heating, Refrig & Air Conditioning Engineers

  345 East 47th Street
  New York, NY  United States  10017
• Authors:
  • Miller, D K
• Publication Date: 1974-11

Media Info

• Pagination: p. 41-46
• Serial:
  • ASHRAE Journal
  • Volume: 16
  • Issue Number: 11
  • Publisher: American Society of Heating, Refrig & Air Conditioning Engineers
  • ISSN: 0001-2491

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Chemical tankers; Container tanks; Refrigerated cargo; Refrigerated structures; Refrigeration systems
• Subject Areas: Bridges and other structures; Construction; Marine Transportation;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00095151
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: National Maritime Research Center, Kings Point
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: May 29 2004 12:00AM