When it comes to designing or manufacturing a new heat exchanger, we always take a consultative approach. As industry experts with over 120 years of heritage, we’re well aware of the fact that generic or standardised equipment is often the most cost-effective solution and we never recommend bespoke units when a cheaper - off the shelf - design would be suitable.
That said, we’re equally aware of the fact that standardised heat transfer equipment simply will not meet demanding specifications.
Operators working with aggressive media like phosphoric acid, drilling fluids or crude oil will be familiar with the need to commission bespoke heat exchangers that are manufactured from alloys capable of withstanding high levels of corrosion.
Similarly, operators processing streams that require sudden fluctuations in pressure or temperature will already be familiar with the need to build heat exchangers capable of withstanding sudden shocks without blowing a gasket or otherwise compromising their integrity.
And then there’s the general efficiencies of custom-built heat exchangers to consider. Where generic equipment is designed to perform in a wide range of environments, a bespoke heat exchanger can be optimised for your process or operation.
If you’re working with high-pressure or high-temperature fluids and/or aggressive media, a custom-built heat exchanger that requires less maintenance or is less prone to fouling will always significantly outperform “off the shelf” equipment.
In situations where a bespoke heat exchanger is found to be the most efficient solution, our team will help you spec out, build and install a custom unit that’s designed to meet your specific needs. They’ll start out with a discovery call to learn more about your requirements. Our dedicated team will then work to design a heat exchanger that’s optimised for its future environment. Our team will review everything from the overall design to the width of your tubes or the size of your fins; paying particular attention to the specifics of your specification.
Once the design is finalised, we’ll get your approval and start the build of your heat exchanger in our dedicated manufacturing facility, which benefits from isolated clean rooms that allow us to safely manufacture parts and equipment using non-ferrous metals. Your heat exchanger will then be delivered direct to your site and - if required - installed by a team of expert engineers. The whole process is designed to be as simple and cost-effective as possible and we’re always on-hand to provide post-installation support or testing if required.
