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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.

Heat exchanger tubes in super austenitic stainless steels

This article elaborates the need to discuss super austenitic stainless steels as an alternative to options mentioned below.

HRS’s largest ever evaporator cleans up

Outside an industrial unit on the outskirts of Lorguí in south-east Spain, a large industrial structure has slowly risen over the last year.

Plate and shell heat exchanger: A superior alternative to shell-&-tube?

PECPL has partnered with German company GESMEX for the manufacture and supply of plate & shell heat exchangers.

Mock-up of tube-to-tubesheet joints in shell and tube heat exchangers

There are many factors which should be considered in order to ensure long-lasting reliable joints.

Industrial process energy efficiency and links to the proper thermal-hydraulic design of heat exchangers

Without a doubt, the heat exchanger is an essential and critical component in all thermal systems

Thermal cleaning: Not an alternative, but a better way of cleaning

It is actually quite simple to thoroughly clean your heat exchangers. While this all sounds very simple; is it also achievable in practice?

How air casters turned 450,000-lb. feedwater heaters into hovercraft at the Shuqaiq Steam Power...

When a fault was discovered in a feedwater heater installed at the newly built Shuqaiq Steam Power Plant in Saudi Arabia, it raised the specter of a nightmare scenario.

Don’t ignore your heat exchangers: A comparison of cleaning methods

if you look at which equipment is responsible for the most economic losses over a period of 5-10 years - heat exchangers are always near the top

Tuning up heat exchanger technology: How performance evaluations help plant operators maximize systems

As a plant operator, you are likely always chasing new opportunities to improve operations. Perhaps it’s to reduce costs or increase production?

A manufacturer’s view of the tubular heat exchanger

Being the only equipment that deals with two fluids with different properties (one on the shell side and the other on the tube side)

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.