Types of Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers
A heat exchanger is a system that transfers heat between two media of different starting temperatures. Used in both heating and cooling processes, they have a broad range of industrial applications, such as refrigeration, space heating, and air conditioning. Shell and tube heat exchangers are the most typical type of heat exchangers used in oil […]
A New Landscape for Biofuels Blending
With every year of increasing fuel demand, attention is cast forward to assess the current landscape of the biofuels industry. Certainly 2022 has been no different, bringing with it a lowering supply of available petroleum products and a subsequent rise in both demand and price. This has resulted in the metaphorical tightening of metaphorical belt […]
Machined vs. Fabricated Channels
There are many considerations in selecting a channel/bonnet for your application. Your solution’s budget, accessibility needs and cleaning requirements will help lead you to the best solution for your production process. Enerquip provides several standard machined and fabricated options. So, what’s the difference? Machined vs. Fabricated Channels Fabricated designs involve creating parts from raw materials, […]
Seamless Tube Inspection
Using a 5-power magnifying glass, our team inspects all sanitary or pharmaceutical tube bundles for any pinholes or scratches. This inspection of all units requiring 32 Ra or better finish ensures a sanitary finish on our food, dairy and pharmaceutical units. If a heat exchanger unit has an electropolished finish, the seamless tubes are inspected […]
Understanding Finish Requirements for Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers
When hiking, it is important to understand the terrain before setting out. Scaling the Rocky Mountains is far different than taking a leisurely stroll around the block. And the physical endurance required for each will provide drastically different results. This is just as true in stainless-steel manufacturing and finishing procedures. Metals are not completely flat, […]
Industrial Heat Exchanger FAQs
Heat exchangers are key elements of industrial heating systems for facilities in a variety of industries. Alongside other major pieces of industrial heating equipment, like thermal fluid heaters, heat exchangers serve to transfer heat between fluids and gases, making various processes possible. Looking to learn more about heat exchangers? You’ve come to the right place. […]
Steam Generator FAQs
Thinking about investing in a new steam generator for your facility? If you’re early on in the process of shopping for this new piece of equipment, you likely have some questions in mind that you’re mulling over. And we’ve got answers! As leaders and innovators in our industry, we know a lot about what it […]
Floating Tube Sheet Straight Tube Exchangers – Advantages and Types
Inspecting and maintaining shell and tube heat exchangers is important to ensure that they work efficiently and safely, and to prevent costly downtime from plugged tubes or leaks. In situations where disassembly is preferred to inspect and clean all the parts of the exchanger, plant operators often opt for a floating tubesheet style heat exchanger. […]
Immersion Heaters – Whitepaper
Pasteurization Makes Milk Safe for Consumers Knowing how to properly heat a solution or other liquid is critical to the integrity of the liquid. The right method can save time, energy and money. Using an inadequate approach to the task of heating a full tank of solution can have consequences ranging from damaged equipment to […]
Expansion Joints and Demystifying the Four Most Common Questions
Let us demystify the four most common questions when it comes to expansion joints. One of the most misunderstood parts in a shell and tube heat exchanger is the expansion joint installed in place of a shell section (on fixed tube sheet designs) for thermal expansion protection. When designing custom exchangers for our clients, they […]