Pioneering reliability and compliance in heat exchanger maintenance

For over 32 years, IPCO has been a trusted name in heat exchanger maintenance, offering tailored solutions to industries globally. Heat Exchanger World had an opportunity to sit down with Armand Boogert, Vice President of Business at IPCO, to learn more about their approach to delivering efficient and reliable maintenance solutions.

By Iryna Mukha, Heat Exchanger World

In the realm of heat exchanger maintenance, precision and reliability are paramount. IPCO, a distinguished player in this niche market, offers not just products but comprehensive solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of industries spanning from refineries to pharmaceuticals. Committed to excellence and environmental stewardship, IPCO delivers tailored maintenance solutions to industries worldwide with its IPCO Plug range, setting new benchmarks in efficiency and reliability. With a focus on quality assurance and client satisfaction, IPCO continues to be a trusted partner for companies worldwide, ensuring the integrity and longevity of critical heat exchange systems.

Meeting diverse industry needs

Armand Boogert underscores IPCO’s versatility in meeting the needs of various industries reliant on heat exchangers. He emphasizes that IPCO’s product line caters to a wide spectrum of users, spanning from the refining sector to pharmaceuticals and beyond. Armand stresses the universality of heat exchanger wear, likening it to the gradual degradation experienced by car tires through regular use. This analogy underscores the inevitability of deterioration in heat exchanger components, necessitating proactive maintenance solutions. IPCO’s Plug range of products, Armand asserts, offers comprehensive solutions for addressing these maintenance needs, regardless of industry or application. As he states, “We have a product line that is important to all users of heat exchangers, so no restrictions. Every company that is using heat exchangers for refining or any other heat transfer, whether in food, beverage, pharmaceutical, oil, gas, district heating, you know, everywhere where people use heat exchangers, the IPCO Plug range of products is important for them.”

Compliance and quality assurance

It’s vital to mention IPCO’s commitment to compliance with industry standards. Armand emphasizes the importance of third-party validation, stating, “We’re not selling a product, we’re selling a solution.” IPCO’s partnership with DNV, a notified body, underscores their dedication to safety and reliability. With that in mind, the company has implemented exhaustive testing procedures, which include material inspections, destructive tests, and blowout tests, guaranteeing product integrity and client satisfaction.

IPCO’s Armand Boogert (Vice President of Business) and Bram de Vlaam (Marketing Coordinator) with Iryna Mukha of Heat Exchanger World.
IPCO’s Armand Boogert (Vice President of Business) and Bram de Vlaam (Marketing Coordinator) with Iryna Mukha of Heat Exchanger World.

Environmental considerations

Armand highlights IPCO’s role in environmental stewardship, emphasizing their contribution to pollution prevention through rapid inspection and sealing of deteriorating heat exchanger tubes. He notes, “We take into account that our product allows to inspect the heat exchanger very quickly, and then seal the tubes before they leak. So our complete system means that the client gets good service and immediate, fast results. When we inspect the tube for deterioration, we only take about 10 seconds.” IPCO’s commitment to environmental responsibility aligns with their mission to provide efficient, sustainable solutions.

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