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.

Super efficient custom tube heat exchangers

Ekin Endustriyel excels in energy efficiency with heat recovery project in Bursa textile plant, Turkey.

Heat exchanger fouling in practice – understand & mitigate – Part 4

Explore heat exchanger fouling, its causes, and mitigation strategies in this series based on the author’s experience in the Oil & Gas industry.

A comprehensive guide to designing and fabricating a shell and tube heat exchanger –...

Comprehensive guide: Design workflow steps, including analysis, detailed design, fabrication, and commissioning.

Heat exchanger retubing: Thermal efficiency analysis

Optimize shell and tube heat exchanger efficiency with retubing—a vital maintenance procedure for extended lifespan and enhanced performance

DLC-type heat exchanger tubes mitigating fouling

DLC coatings mitigate fouling in heat exchangers, offering abrasion resistance and easy cleaning.

Common heat exchanger problems in process plants and their solutions

Explore solutions for common heat exchanger issues: Thermal Leakage, and Premature Metal Failure, affecting performance in industrial processes.

Seamless tubes for the toughest chemical and energy challenges

Denise Caspar from Mannesmann Stainless Tubes (MST) sits down with Heat Exchanger World to hear her take on trends in this flourishing sector.

Inside the pressure vessel heat exchanger shop

In this interview, John Knowles and Doug Ketron of Logan share insights on their PVHEX shop challenges, solutions, and successful client collaboration.

Predicting fouling: Flow effects

In our third article, we'll delve into how fluid flows interact with foulants, complementing our prior discussion on surfaces and fouling.

Heat exchanger fouling in practice – understand and mitigate – Part 3

In this series of articles we will look at how heat exchangers foul, how to understand the root causes of fouling, and how to mitigate the impact.

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.