Hollow plastic spheres for energy saving: Sustainable cover spheres for industrial plants
Open containers of liquids often cause significant energy losses. Particularly in industries such as electroplating , water treatment , and chemical production, evaporation and heat loss result in unnecessary costs. Hollow plastic spheres , also known as cover spheres , offer an effective solution.
These floating spheres are made of lightweight, durable plastic such as HDPE or PP . They form a closed, insulating layer on the liquid surface, thus significantly reducing evaporation and temperature loss.
🌡️ How hollow plastic spheres save energy
The physical effects of hollow plastic spheres are astonishing:
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✅ Evaporation protection: Up to 91% of the surface is covered. This reduces the evaporation rate by up to 75%.
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✅ Thermal insulation: The air trapped inside the hollow spheres has a heat-insulating effect – ideal for heated tanks.
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✅ Emission reduction: Volatile substances are effectively contained in chemical processes.
The use of cover balls therefore not only means lower operating costs, but also an active contribution to environmental protection.
📊 Practical case study
A plating company installed hollow plastic spheres on a 2.000-liter tank. The results:
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🔻 30% less energy consumption
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💧 65% less evaporation
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💸 Amortization of investment: < 12 months
You can find more examples in our Application Reports section.
♻️ Sustainability and material cycle
Our hollow plastic spheres are made of durable, recyclable plastic. They are resistant to chemicals, UV radiation, and weathering. Thanks to their long lifespan, these cover spheres contribute to reducing resource consumption and CO₂ emissions.
Here you will find technical data about our products.
🔗 Further information
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Picture: Floating hollow plastic spheres on an open liquid container
Alt text: Plastic cover balls reduce evaporation in an industrial container
Small balls, big impact
Hollow plastic spheres are a simple and efficient solution for reducing evaporation, emissions, and heat loss in industry. These cover spheres help save costs and achieve environmental goals – with minimal effort and maximum impact.
