Overview
The shell and tube heat exchanger is one of the most widely used exchanger types. The tube side and shell side can be designed independently for the medium, temperature, pressure and flow, giving a large surface area in a reliable pressure-bearing envelope. We manufacture fixed tubesheet, floating head and U-tube designs and can build for pressurized duty.
Features
- Simple, reliable construction with a wide temperature and pressure range
- Tube side and shell side materials selected separately
- Fixed tubesheet, floating head and U-tube configurations
- Pressure-bearing fabrication and inspection
- Easy cleaning and maintenance, with long-term spare parts support
Materials and specifications
| Configuration | Fixed tubesheet, floating head, U-tube |
| Main material | Carbon steel |
| Optional materials | Stainless steel, copper, titanium |
| Design inputs | Tube-side and shell-side medium, inlet / outlet temperature, flow, working pressure |
| Pressure duty | Pressure-bearing equipment available |
Typical applications
| Application | Description |
|---|---|
| Chemical | Process medium heating and cooling. |
| Petrochemical | Process heat exchange and condensation. |
| Power | Auxiliary cooling and heating. |
| Food and pharmaceutical | Process heating, sterilisation and cooling. |
| HVAC | District heating and chilled water systems. |
| Export | Atmospheric units delivered to Italy. |
Selected deliveries
Export · Italy
Copper tube with carbon steel shell, single unit delivered to an industrial equipment customer and in operation.
FAQ
Are shell and tube and tubular heat exchangers the same?
They are different names for the same equipment family. The design method and standards are the same.
How do I choose between fixed tubesheet, floating head and U-tube?
Use floating head or U-tube when the temperature difference is large or the bundle needs to be withdrawn for cleaning. Use fixed tubesheet when the temperature difference is small and cost is the priority.
Can atmospheric units be exported?
Yes. Atmospheric units fall outside pressure vessel regulation in many markets, which simplifies export documentation. We have delivered an atmospheric shell and tube unit to Italy.