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Stainless steel heat exchangers are designed to deliver exceptional heat transfer performance while ensuring corrosion resistance and compliance with stringent hygiene standards. Ideal for industries such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and chemical processing, these heat exchangers prevent contamination and maintain product integrity. Constructed from high-grade 304L or 316L stainless steel, they withstand harsh cleaning protocols and high-temperature processes, making them a reliable choice for critical applications.
Available in various configurations, including shell and tube, plate and frame, tube-in-tube, and embossed plate designs, stainless steel heat exchangers are tailored to meet specific operational needs. Their smooth, crevice-free surfaces and clean-in-place (CIP) compatibility minimize bacterial growth and simplify maintenance, ensuring consistent performance in processes like pasteurization, sterilization, and product cooling.
Specifications
Length:
12" to 400"
Diameter:
3" to 48"
Code:
ASME / TEMA
Standard Features
- Polished Product Contact Surfaces to 32 RA Finish
- Exterior Polished to 40 RA Finish
- Fully Drainable and CIP-Compatible
- Solid Stainless Steel Channel Head
- ASME-Approved Sanitary Ferrules
- Orbital TIG Welded Tube-to-Tubesheet Joints
- ASME Code "U" Stamp and National Board Registration
- Hydrostatic Pressure Testing
- Dye Penetrant Testing
- Passivation for Enhanced Durability
Stainless Steel Heat Exchangers for Industrial Applications
Stainless steel heat exchangers are the cornerstone of efficient and hygienic heat transfer in industries with strict regulatory requirements, including food, beverage, dairy, pharmaceuticals, and chemical processing.
Types of Stainless Steel Heat Exchangers
Our stainless steel heat exchangers are available in stock and custom configurations, including shell and tube, plate and frame, tube-in-tube, and embossed plate designs. Constructed from 304L or 316L stainless steel, they offer superior corrosion resistance and compliance with TEMA Class C and ASME standards. Features like sanitary tri-clamp connections, U-tube designs for thermal expansion, and replaceable components ensure versatility. Sizes range from 4" x 36" to 10" x 54", with upgrades available to meet 3-A Sanitary Standards.
Key Features
Standard designs include welded and bright annealed 304L stainless steel tubing with a 40Ra exterior finish. Custom options offer 316L stainless steel, seamless 3-A compliant tubes polished to 32Ra, chloride-free insulation, and mounting options for vertical or horizontal setups. Additional features like double tube sheets, expansion joints, and CIP spray ball assemblies enhance performance and cleanability.
Design Requirements
Our heat exchangers feature seal-welded tube-to-tubesheet joints, sanitary fittings, polished surfaces, and compliance with 3-A Sanitary Standards and ASME BPE. Gasket materials like PTFE or Viton ensure sanitary compatibility, while CIP design simplifies maintenance and ensures hygiene.
Applications
Stainless steel heat exchangers are essential for processes like pasteurization, sterilization, beverage cooling, and pharmaceutical manufacturing. They handle diverse fluids, from low-viscosity juices to high-viscosity dairy products, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance across industries.
Benefits
These heat exchangers are customizable, durable, and energy-efficient, with high pressure and temperature capabilities. They support aseptic processes, handle particulate fluids, and require minimal maintenance, reducing operational costs.
TEMA Standards
Adhering to TEMA Classes B, C, and R, our stainless steel heat exchangers ensure consistent performance and industry-standard reliability.
3-A Sanitary Standard
Certified to meet 3-A Sanitary Standards, our heat exchangers are designed for food and dairy applications, ensuring compliance and passing sanitary inspections seamlessly.
Clean-in-Place
Our CIP-compatible heat exchangers streamline cleaning processes, with thermal modeling ensuring optimal performance for both stock and custom solutions.
Upgrades
Enhance your heat exchanger with stainless steel cladding, multi-pass configurations, electropolished surfaces, or advanced materials like Duplex, Hastelloy, or AL6XN for specialized applications.
Common FAQs
Stainless Steel Heat Exchanger Applications
SANITARY SYSTEMS
Clean-in-Place (CIP)
Stainless steel heat exchangers designed for CIP processes ensure hygiene and efficiency in sanitary applications.
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FOOD & BEVERAGE • ALCOHOL
Alcohol Production
Our stainless steel heat exchangers support efficient heat transfer for beer, wine, and distilled spirits production.
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FOOD & BEVERAGE • DAIRY
Dairy Processing
From pasteurization to cooling viscous fluids like yogurt, our stainless steel heat exchangers ensure sanitary performance.
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