Why Excel Engineering Chooses Enerquip [Video]
Tim Tolley, Principal of Process Engineering at Excel Engineering, shares why he’s been choosing to work with Enerquip since 1997. “In the 24 years that I’ve been using your equipment, there has not been one piece of equipment that has ever had to be replaced,” says Tim Tolley.
Double Tubesheet Design: Importance and Applications
Shell and tube heat exchangers are one of the most popular types of heat exchangers used in industries today due to their efficiency in adjusting the temperature of substances. They are versatile in that they can handle different materials, they are easy to clean, and come in a variety of sizes and applications. A shell […]
Opening an Enerquip Bundle [Video]
At Enerquip, we aim to deliver a quality product every time. We do our best to ensure secure packaging, so our product arrives to you unharmed. This video will show you how to safely open the package without damaging the bundle.
Considerations for 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? The Difference in Machined and Fabricated Channels Fabricated designs involve creating parts […]
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
Mill Finish Electropolish 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 […]
Floating Tubesheet Style 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. […]
Expansion Joints and Demystifying the Four Most Common Questions
Bellows style expansion joints are composed of a series of accordion style convolutions that expand and contract slightly. Flanged and flued expansion joints are more robust and allow for a high point vent and low point drain to be installed. Heat exchangers with expansion joints installed in harsh climates should be insulated to prevent ruptures […]
Ramping Up Production of Hygiene-Related Products
Enerquip’s shell and tube heat exchangers have several advantages over other types of heat exchangers for sanitary product heating and cooling. Ramping up production of hygiene-related products has been a necessity during this time of pandemic. As the COVID-19 emergency continues to affect us all, the increased demand for hygiene-related products, such as hand sanitizer […]
Heat Exchanger Material Selection based on Common Criteria
With so many factors to consider in choosing a material for your shell and tube heat exchanger, you may have a lot of questions. To start, you’ll need to decide which criteria are most critical to your operation. Criteria like thermal efficiency, cost, availability, corrosion resistance, cleanability and durability. You can then weigh the pros […]