Heat Exchangers & Condensers for Marine & Industrial Applications
Shell and tube heat exchangers, plate heat exchangers, air-cooled units, and condensers — custom-engineered to ASME VIII, PED, and classification society standards from China’s specialized thermal equipment manufacturers.
PED 2014/68/EU
CCS / BV / DNV
Custom-Engineered Heat Transfer Equipment from China
Heat exchangers are essential thermal management components in virtually every industrial process — from cooling lubricating oil on a marine diesel engine to condensing refrigerant vapor in an ammonia chiller system. The thermal design, material selection, and manufacturing quality of each unit directly impacts energy efficiency, maintenance costs, and equipment lifespan.
Hicool works with China’s specialized heat exchanger manufacturers, including ASME U-stamped and PED Module H certified facilities, to supply custom-engineered thermal equipment. Our partner factories design and fabricate shell and tube exchangers, plate-type units, air-cooled heat exchangers, and condensers per TEMA, ASME Section VIII Division 1, and PED 2014/68/EU requirements.
Shell & Tube Heat Exchangers
Shell and tube heat exchangers remain the workhorse of industrial heat transfer. We supply TEMA B, C, and R class units covering the full range of applications from standard lube oil coolers (TEMA AEL/AES) to high-pressure feedwater heaters (TEMA BEM/BEU). Tube materials include carbon steel (SA-179, SA-214), stainless steel (SA-213 TP304/316), copper alloy (C70600, C71500), and titanium (Grade 1/2) — selected based on the process media, temperature, and corrosion environment.
Thermal design follows HTRI or ASPEN standards, with each unit optimized for the specified duty point. All pressure-containing components are fabricated, inspected, and tested per ASME VIII Div. 1 or PED as required by the destination market.
Plate Heat Exchangers & Condensers
For applications requiring high thermal efficiency in a compact footprint, we supply gasketed plate heat exchangers, brazed plate units, and welded plate exchangers. Plate materials include AISI 316, titanium, Hastelloy, and SMO 254 depending on process compatibility. Gasket options include NBR, EPDM, and Viton.
Our condenser range includes shell-side and tube-side condensing configurations for steam, refrigerant (R717, R134a, R404A), and process vapor applications. Surface condensers for power plant and marine main engine exhaust gas economizers are available with classification society approval.
| Type | Design Standard | Tube Material Options | Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| S&T Heat Exchanger | ASME VIII + TEMA | CS, SS, CuNi, Ti | Oil cooler, water heater, process |
| Shell & Tube Condenser | ASME VIII + TEMA/HEI | CS, SS, CuNi, Ti | Steam, refrigerant, process vapor |
| Plate Heat Exchanger | PED / ASME VIII | SS316, Ti, Hastelloy | HVAC, process, freshwater gen. |
| Air-Cooled HEX | ASME VIII + API 661 | CS, SS, CuNi | Gas cooling, aftercooler |
| Evaporator | ASME VIII | SS, Ti | Refrigeration, desalination |
Product Range
Shell & Tube Exchangers
TEMA AEL, AES, BEM, BEU, and other configurations. Heat transfer area from 1 m² to 2,000 m². ASME U-stamped.
Condensers
Surface condensers, shell-side condensing, and direct-contact types. Steam, refrigerant, and process vapor service.
Plate Heat Exchangers
Gasketed, brazed, and welded plate exchangers. Compact design with high thermal efficiency. PED and ASME certified.
Air-Cooled Heat Exchangers
Forced and induced draft air coolers per API 661. Finned tube bundles with aluminum, copper, or steel fins.
Evaporators
Falling film, flooded, and dry expansion evaporators for refrigeration and process applications.
Spare Tube Bundles
Replacement tube bundles for existing exchangers. Reverse-engineered from OEM drawings or site measurements.
Technical Specifications & Standards
| Parameter | Range / Standard |
|---|---|
| Heat Transfer Area | 1 m² to 2,000 m² (S&T); up to 1,500 m² (plate) |
| Design Pressure | Full vacuum to 300 bar |
| Design Temperature | -196°C to +550°C |
| Pressure Vessel Code | ASME VIII Div. 1, PED 2014/68/EU, GB 150 |
| Thermal Design | TEMA R/C/B, HEI, HTRI/ASPEN verified |
| Plate HEX Standard | PED, ASME VIII, ISO 15547 |
| Classification | CCS, BV, ABS, DNV, LR, NK, KR |
| NDE & Testing | RT, UT, MT, PT, hydrostatic, pneumatic, helium leak |
Recent Supply Projects
LPG Carrier — Cargo Reliquefaction Condensers
Four shell and tube condensers (TEMA AES, CuNi 90/10 tubes, 180 m² each) for the cargo reliquefaction plant. Designed for R717 refrigerant service at -48°C. ASME U-stamped with CCS certificates.
CCS + ASME U
Chemical Plant — Process Heat Exchanger Battery
Six shell and tube exchangers (TEMA BEM, SS316L tubes, total 3,200 m²) for a methanol production facility. PED Module H certified, with HTRI-verified thermal design and full radiographic testing.
PED Certified
Container Vessel — Central Cooling System Overhaul
Replacement plate heat exchangers (titanium plates, EPDM gaskets) for the central freshwater cooling system. Drop-in replacement matching original OEM frame dimensions. Delivered with DNV certificates.
DNV Approved
Browse Heat Exchangers
| Product | Standard | Type | Classification | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air-Cooled Heat Exchanger (ACHE) | API 661 / ASME VIII | Air-Cooled (ACHE) | API 661 / ASME VIII | View → |
| Double-Pipe Heat Exchanger | ASME VIII / EN 13445 | Double-Pipe (Pipe-in-Pipe) | ASME VIII / PED | View → |
| Marine Box Cooler | CCS / BV / DNV / ABS | Marine Box Cooler | CCS / BV / DNV / ABS | View → |
| Plate Heat Exchanger (Alfa Laval/GEA Compatible) | ASME / EN / Custom | Gasketed PHE | Alfa Laval / GEA / APV compatible | View → |
| Plate Heat Exchanger Gasket Set | Per OEM specification | Gasketed PHE Gasket Set | Alfa Laval / GEA / APV / Tranter | View → |
| Shell & Tube Condenser | ASME VIII / HEI | Steam / Refrigerant Condenser | ASME VIII / CCS / BV | View → |
| Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger (TEMA BEM/BEU) | TEMA R/C/B + ASME VIII Div.1 | BEM / BEU / AES | ASME VIII / PED / CCS / BV | View → |
| U-Tube Heat Exchanger Bundle | TEMA / ASME VIII | U-Tube Bundle Replacement | ASME VIII / PED | View → |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you design heat exchangers to our process data, or only fabricate to our drawings?
Both. Our partner factories have in-house thermal design capability using HTRI software. Provide your process data sheet (flow rates, temperatures, pressures, media) and we will deliver a complete thermal and mechanical design with GA drawings for your approval before fabrication.
What is the difference between this page and your existing Heat Transfer Equipment page?
This page focuses specifically on heat exchangers and condensers as a product sub-category within our Pressure Vessels & Thermal Components division. Our Heat Transfer Equipment page provides a broader overview of our thermal equipment capabilities.
Do you supply replacement tube bundles for existing exchangers?
Yes. We regularly fabricate replacement tube bundles reverse-engineered from OEM drawings or site survey measurements. Materials can be upgraded (e.g., from carbon steel to CuNi or titanium) to extend service life.
What is the typical lead time for a custom heat exchanger?
Design approval takes 2-3 weeks. Fabrication ranges from 8-16 weeks depending on size, material, and code requirements. Rush delivery programs are available for urgent replacement needs.
Can heat exchangers be supplied with both ASME and PED certification?
Yes. Our partner factories hold both ASME U stamps and PED Module H certification. Dual-stamped equipment is available for projects requiring compliance with multiple jurisdictions.
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