Technical Articles

Working together with global Heat Exchanger Materials’ experts, engineers and companies involved in the manufacture or use of heat exchangers, we provide here a selection of original, non-commercial articles. These in-depth technical papers are written or co-written by operating companies, describing commercially viable new technologies and case histories of successful applications, backed by data. If you wish to include your technical articles in our magazine, email newsletter or on our website please feel free to Contact the editor.

The Technical Articles category in the Heat Exchanger Industry serves as a rich resource for in-depth exploration of the heat exchanger industry’s scientific, technological, and industrial aspects. The category features a collection of articles written by experts, researchers, and industry professionals, providing comprehensive insights into the advanced concepts, emerging trends, and practical applications of heat exchangers.

Innovation in corrosion protection of heat exchangers

Omari Hussein Sabuni, Mechanical Engineer, Kinyerezi Power Plant, continues sharing his experience on corrosion in heat exchangers

Heat exchanger solutions for challenging foodstuffs

Matt Hale, HRS Heat Exchangers, talks about the challenges for heat exchangers when handling different types of food stuff.

A carbon neutral approach to enhancing the nutritional value of animal feed

Royal Agrifirm and Solex Thermal Science have pioneered an innovative process for treating animal feed using advanced heat recovery systems.

Bio-based cooling tower water treatment: A sustainable alternative– Part 1

Amaury Buvignier et al., ODYSSEE Environnement, talk about the use of a bio-sourced product for anti-scaling in cooling tower water, part 1/3

Expanding thicker tube sheets in heat exchangers: a practical guide for operators

Erica Dzomba (Elliott Tool Technologies) gives a practical guide on how to expand tubes into thicker tube sheets

Innovation in corrosion resistant materials technology: Glass-lined steel tubes in heat exchanger design

Tom Patnaik and Dr.-Ing. Christian Stenzel, both working by Thaletec, discuss the use of glass-lined steel in heat exchangers

Get more out of your heat exchangers with heat transfer enhancement: Part 3 –...

Himanshu Joshi et al. discuss externally finned tubes in this third installment on how to get more out of your heat exchangers

Correlation between pressure drop and performance of a heat exchanger

Mehul K. Mehta, Kinam, show why pressure drop plays a critical role in design and performance of heat exchangers

Case study on failures of duplex stainless steel heat exchangers

Immad Ovais Rohela et al. examine a series of failure events in a twin pass heat exchanger made from (duplex) stainless steels

Carbon capture methods and their heat transfer challenges

Roy Niekerk, director of Kelvion, explains various ways that heat exchangers can help with carbon capture and storage.

Detailed Analyses and Reviews:

Technical articles featured in this category offer thorough analyses and reviews of various types of heat exchangers, including but not limited to shell and tube, plate, finned tube, and spiral heat exchangers. The articles delve into the intricate design elements, operational principles, and performance characteristics of these heat exchangers.

Emerging Technologies and Innovations:

The category highlights cutting-edge research, technological breakthroughs, and innovative practices in the heat exchanger industry. Topics might include advancements in heat exchanger materials, breakthroughs in heat transfer techniques, development of energy-efficient designs, and the integration of heat exchangers with renewable energy systems.

Software and Computational Tools:

The articles also explore software applications and computational tools for heat exchanger design, simulation, and performance optimization. They discuss the use of computational fluid dynamics (CFD), heat transfer modeling, and AI-powered predictive maintenance software, among other digital tools.

Case Studies and Practical Applications:

This section contains case studies that illustrate the application of heat exchangers in various industrial contexts. These articles provide real-world examples of heat exchanger selection, installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting in sectors like oil and gas, chemical processing, power generation, HVAC, and more.

Regulatory Standards and Guidelines:

Technical articles also discuss regulatory standards, guidelines, and best practices pertaining to the heat exchanger industry. This can range from the manufacturing and design standards to the operation and maintenance protocols.

The Technical Articles in the Heat Exchanger Industry category is an invaluable knowledge base for engineers, researchers, students, and industry professionals. It provides a platform to share and gain insights into the complexities, challenges, and opportunities in the field of heat exchange technology.