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Process Shell & Tube Heat Exchangers

High-performance heat transfer for demanding industrial applications

  • Robust shell and tube construction delivers reliable thermal performance under high temperatures, pressures, and flow rates.
  • Available in a wide range of materials and configurations to withstand corrosive fluids and challenging process conditions.
  • Efficient heat transfer and durable design provide long service life for critical industrial operations.
Heat Transfer Capacity
Heat Transfer Capacity 5,000,000 BTU/hr
(1465 kW)
Flow Rate
Flow Rate Up to 250 GPM (946 LPM)
Pressure Rating
Pressure Rating Up to 1,500 PSI (104 bar)
Temperature Rating
Temperature Rating Up to 800° F (426° C)
Surface Finish 20 μin Ra Max 15 μin Ra Optional
Electropolish

Applications

Process Heating & Cooling

Provides reliable temperature control for industrial processes across a wide range of temperatures, pressures, and flow conditions.

Heat Recovery

Recovers valuable process heat to improve system efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and lower operating costs.

Condensing & Vapor Cooling

Efficiently removes heat from vapors and process gases while supporting condensation and other phase-change applications.

Specifications

Heat Transfer Capacity

Up to 5,000,000 BTU/hr (1,465 kW)

Flow Rate

Up to 250 GPM (946 LPM)

Pressure Rating

Up to 1,500 PSI (104 Bar)

Temperature Rating

Up to 800°F (426°C)

Construction

Heavy-duty shell and tube construction for industrial service

Available Materials
  • 316L Stainless Steel,
  • 304 Stainless Steel
  • Hastelloy C,
  • Alloy 20
  • Titanium
  • SilcoTek
Connection Options

Threaded, flanged, weld-end, and custom process connections

Customization

Engineered to meet customer-specific thermal, mechanical, and process requirements

Engineered for Industrial Performance

Heavy-Duty Construction Built to withstand demanding industrial environments, including high pressures, elevated temperatures, and continuous operation.
High Thermal Performance Optimized shell and tube designs maximize heat transfer efficiency across a broad range of industrial heating and cooling applications.
Material Versatility Available in a wide selection of corrosion-resistant alloys and specialty materials to meet aggressive process requirements.
Reliable Operation Robust welded construction minimizes maintenance requirements while providing dependable long-term performance.
Application-Specific Design Custom-engineered configurations optimize flow, pressure drop, and thermal performance for each unique application.
Compact, Serviceable Design Engineered to maximize heat transfer while simplifying installation, inspection, and long-term maintenance.

Best Fit For

Why Exergy Process Shell & Tube Heat Exchangers

  • Compact designs with high heat transfer density
  • Gasket-free construction for reduced maintenance
  • Broad material and coating options for aggressive media
  • Proven performance in continuous, high-duty industrial service
  • Lower total cost of ownership compared to traditional designs

Not Ideal When

  • Extremely low-flow, very high-pressure point-of-use duty
  • Minimal hold-up volume is the primary requirement

This animation illustrates the operating principles of Exergy’s Double Tubesheet Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger, showcasing efficient heat transfer, sanitary construction, and reliable temperature control for pharmaceutical, biotech, food, and beverage applications.

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