Reliable Heat Exchanger Design & Engineering Solutions
We provide comprehensive Heat Exchanger Design Services to help clients achieve safe, efficient, and code-compliant thermal equipment for various industrial applications using PV Elite software. Our experienced engineers deliver customized solutions for new designs, performance evaluation, redesign, and integrity assessment in accordance with international engineering standards.
Whether you require a new heat exchanger design or an assessment of existing equipment, we ensure every project meets operational, safety, and regulatory requirements while maximizing equipment reliability and service life.
Our Heat Exchanger Design Services
1. Fixed Tube Sheet Heat Exchanger Design
We provide complete mechanical design and analysis for fixed tube sheet heat exchangers, ensuring structural integrity, pressure containment, and compliance with applicable industry standards.
Figure 1: Past Project of 3D model of a fixed tubesheet heat exchanger design in PV Elite showing the main shell, channel, and nozzle configuration used for applications with minimal thermal expansion differential.
2. Floating Head Heat Exchanger Design
Our engineers design floating head heat exchangers for applications involving high temperature differences and thermal expansion, improving maintenance accessibility and operational flexibility.
Figure 2: 3D model illustrating a floating head heat exchanger with shell and channel inlet/outlet nozzles, designed to accommodate thermal expansion and simplify maintenance access.
3. Channel Cover Design
We perform detailed design and verification of channel covers to ensure adequate strength, pressure resistance, gasket seating, and long-term operational reliability.
Figure 3: 3D model showing the channel inlet/outlet and gasketed cover arrangement, illustrating the sealing and flange design verified during channel cover design.
4. Durability Analysis
Evaluate the structural durability of heat exchangers under operating conditions, including pressure, temperature, and cyclic loading, to improve equipment lifespan and reduce maintenance costs.
Figure 4: Calculated design pressures, MAWP, and corrosion allowance for each exchanger element, used to evaluate structural durability under operating conditions.
5. Retirement Thickness Analysis
Determine the minimum allowable wall thickness of pressure-retaining components to assess equipment fitness for continued operation and support maintenance or replacement decisions.
Figure 5: Required thickness calculation per ASME Section VIII Div. 1, UG-37 to UG-45, used to determine minimum allowable wall thickness for pressure-retaining nozzle components.
6. Safety Parameter Checks
Verify critical safety parameters, including design pressure, design temperature, allowable stresses, corrosion allowance, and code compliance to ensure safe equipment operation.
7. Heat Exchanger Calculation & Analysis
Our engineering team performs comprehensive thermal and mechanical calculations to validate equipment performance, structural integrity, and operational efficiency throughout the design process.
Figure 6: Output showing tubesheet results per ASME Part UHX, material properties, and 3D model verification, demonstrating the full mechanical calculation and analysis process in PV Elite.
Heat Exchanger Design Standards
Our heat exchanger designs are developed in accordance with internationally recognized engineering standards, including:
- TEMA (Tubular Exchanger Manufacturers Association)
- ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (Section VIII)
- Applicable client specifications and project requirements
Why Choose SPL Global Technologies?
- Experienced mechanical and pressure equipment engineers
- Code-compliant engineering design and verification
- Customized solutions for various industrial applications
- High-quality engineering documentation and calculation reports
- Reliable technical support from concept through project completion
- Cost-effective solutions focused on safety, performance, and long-term reliability
Industries We Serve
Our Heat Exchanger Design Services support a wide range of industries, including:
- Oil & Gas
- Petrochemical
- Chemical Processing
- Power Generation
- LNG Facilities
- Manufacturing Plants
- Water & Utilities
- Offshore & Marine
Partner with SPL Global Technologies
Whether you require a new heat exchanger design, equipment verification, or engineering calculations, SPL Global Technologies delivers dependable solutions that comply with international standards while optimizing performance and operational safety.
Contact our engineering team today to discuss your project requirements and discover how our Heat Exchanger Design Services can support your facility.