WRU in process

[Sugarmaker]

Working on a Water Reduction Unit "WRU" for the old 3 x 10 ( 3 x 5 foot flue pan).

I got started on this and here are some shots. This is in the very early stages so any suggestions may be helpful. Currently I have the four sides roughed out with some stiffeners added to the top and bottom all around which will become condensate channels.
The stainless that I an using is from the liner on Dari- Kool bulk tank. Heavy and difficult to bend real crisp corners.
Lots of work to do on this to be ready for 2010!
Thanks to all traders that have got me this deep into this project!

The hood on top of the WRU is the current rear pan hood, which I plan to use on top of the WRU. I just set the front hood on the table in front of the WRU box to see what it might look like.
The WRU size is 21 inch high, 38 inches wide, and 59.5 long.
Might add another 30-40 GPH to the old girl!!

Did you know you can use duct tape as temporary clamps

Regards,
Chris

[WF MASON]

Chris I like the term WRU , I assume your shooting for a steamaway inside that shell or do you have another design or are looking for another design ? Or copper preheater to drop in there?
At $7K for a steamaway, you've already done $2k in making the shell.

[Dave Y]

Chris,
real nice job on the shell of your WRU! You know it whats inside that really counts! Good luck, I hope you get it all together for 2010!

[3% Solution]

Hey Chris,
Looking good!!!!!
Kinda looks like my EEU!!!!!
Your going to love it!!!!!
Have fun!!

ave

[Sugarmaker]

Guys you are right this is the easy part. The guts is where the action happens! This shell is just window dressing, but is a good start. Need WF to weld this together for me?
Dave 3%, you got me started, you will need to pull me through.

The inside will be a custom/ built heat exchange unit that currently is just coming out of my head and into the CAD system. Suggestions are welcome. I would like a very simple design with features that could develop from right here on the trader. Anyone is welcome to P.M. me. All advice accepted! Get you input in early. ALL suggestions evaluated no matter how unique or unconventional. Your ideas may be incorporated! Just think how often do you get to be part of a serious design team?

Regards,
Chris

[3% Solution]

Chris,
Do you have my prints?
Some of the items have to stay the same.
Give me a call so we can chat.

Dave

[Sugarmaker]

Dave,
Right now NO! I am sure there are here somewhere but I may never find them We will talk soon.

Regards,
Chris

[jrthe3]

looks good if you need anything my uncle got a well outfitted sheet metal shop open to me

[Gary R]

Wow! You must never sit still. With all the goodies you've added this year, I'll never catch up I'm sure you told Cheryl the cost of the tools are applied to making lawn orniments for her. Let me know if you need any special fittings. Look forward to seeing it in action.

I'm still thinking about the battery powered vacuum pumps for you

[Sugarmaker]

Gary,
How about solar powered? Hurry! Leader may be working on one of these.
Shhhhh!
I did make a stainless back splash for the kitchen sink using the brake. Does that count towards household jobs?
Heck I'm just lazing around on the couch watching sports most of the time. A lot of projects started not many done!

Chris