Reliable Floating Head Shell And Tube Heat Exchanger For Large-Scale Industrial Processing
Product Features
Advanced Floating Head Design
The floating head structure is designed to improve maintenance efficiency and equipment durability.
Main advantages include:
✔ Removable tube bundle design
✔ Easy inspection and cleaning
✔ Excellent thermal expansion compensation
✔ Reduced mechanical stress
✔ Suitable for large temperature differences
This design is widely used in industries where continuous operation and equipment reliability are critical.
Removable Tube Bundle Advantage
Simplified Maintenance and Longer Service Life
The removable tube bundle allows operators to:
- Remove the tube bundle for inspection
- Perform mechanical cleaning
- Replace damaged tubes
- Reduce downtime during maintenance
Yiteng manufactures precision tube bundles with:
✔ High accuracy tube sheet drilling
✔ Professional tube expansion
✔ Reliable tube-to-sheet connection
✔ Strict dimensional control
Technical Specifications
| Item |
Specification |
| Product Type |
Floating Head Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger |
| Design Standard |
ASME VIII Div.1 / TEMA / EN13445 |
| Structure Type |
Floating Head / Removable Tube Bundle |
| Heat Transfer Area |
1~5000 m² |
| Design Pressure |
Vacuum to 35 MPa |
| Design Temperature |
-196℃ to +600℃ |
| Tube Material |
Stainless Steel / Duplex / Titanium / Nickel Alloy |
| Shell Material |
Carbon Steel / Stainless Steel / Alloy Steel |
| Tube Arrangement |
Single Pass / Multi Pass |
Engineering Advantages
Designed for Petrochemical and Heavy Industrial Applications
Floating head heat exchangers are preferred for processes requiring:
- High temperature operation
- Frequent thermal cycling
- Difficult cleaning conditions
- Large heat transfer capacity
- Long continuous operating periods
Typical applications include:
- Crude oil processing
- Refinery heat recovery
- Chemical production
- Condensation systems
- Industrial cooling processes
Material Selection
Solutions for Complex Process Media
Yiteng provides customized materials according to operating environments:
Carbon Steel
Suitable for general industrial heating and cooling applications.
Stainless Steel
Provides improved corrosion resistance for chemical and process industries.
Duplex Stainless Steel
Suitable for high chloride and corrosive environments.
Titanium Alloy
Ideal for seawater and aggressive chemical applications.
Nickel-Based Alloy
Used for extreme corrosion conditions.
Manufacturing Capability
Professional Floating Head Heat Exchanger Production
Yiteng controls the complete manufacturing process:
1. Engineering Design
Including:
- Thermal calculation
- Mechanical design
- Pressure calculation
- Structure optimization
2. Tube Bundle Manufacturing
Processes include:
- Tube sheet machining
- Tube expansion
- Tube bundle assembly
- Dimensional inspection
3. Pressure Vessel Fabrication
Including:
- Shell welding
- Nozzle fabrication
- Internal component installation
4. Inspection and Testing
Quality control includes:
- Material inspection
- Welding inspection
- NDT examination
- Hydrostatic pressure testing
- Final inspection documentation
Application Industries
Petrochemical Industry
Floating head heat exchangers are widely used in refinery units and chemical processing systems requiring reliable heat transfer performance.
Oil & Gas Industry
Suitable for:
- Process cooling
- Heat recovery
- Condensation systems
Chemical Industry
Applied in:
- Reaction systems
- Separation processes
- Solvent recovery
Energy Projects
Used for:
- Steam systems
- Thermal management
- Industrial heat recovery
Why Choose Yiteng Floating Head Heat Exchanger?
1. Suitable for Large Industrial Projects
Yiteng provides customized equipment solutions for complex industrial applications.
2. Easy Maintenance Design
The removable tube bundle structure reduces maintenance difficulty and improves equipment availability.
3. International Manufacturing Standards
Equipment can be manufactured according to:
- ASME VIII Div.1
- TEMA
- EN13445
- PED requirements
4. Complete Project Documentation
Available:
- GA drawings
- Material certificates
- Welding documentation
- Inspection reports
- Pressure test records
FAQ
What is a floating head shell and tube heat exchanger?
A floating head heat exchanger uses a movable tube sheet structure that allows the tube bundle to expand and contract freely while also enabling easier removal for maintenance.
Why are floating head heat exchangers used in petrochemical plants?
They are preferred because they can handle large temperature differences, thermal expansion and require less maintenance downtime.
Can Yiteng manufacture customized floating head heat exchangers?
Yes. Yiteng provides customized designs based on process conditions, materials, pressure requirements and international standards.
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