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

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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