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Orange Shield Variant of our Plate and Shell Heat Exchangers

Plate & Shell Heat Exchangers

The SHIELD plate and shell heat exchangers are advanced, high-efficiency devices designed for demanding applications. Utilising innovative heating plates, these exchangers offer superior performance compared to traditional shell and tube exchangers. They are particularly suited for high-pressure and high-temperature operations.

  • CIP Systems
  • Economisers, Gas Heaters, and Coolers
  • Industrial Cooling and Heating Systems
  • Vapor Condensation
  • Fuel Oil Heaters
  • Chemical Process Systems
  • Systems with Aggressive Media
  • Oil Coolers and Heaters
  • Refrigeration Industry
Products

SHIELD Variant: The SHIELD plate and shell heat exchanger features a revolutionary design that enhances flow turbulence, improves heat exchange efficiency, and reduces sediment accumulation. It is compact, lightweight, and highly adaptable to individual requirements.

Features & Benefits
  • Innovative JAG Heating Plate Corrugations: Increases thermal effectiveness and improves heat transfer
  • Optimised Utilisation of Exchanger Volume: Maximises efficiency and minimises footprint
  • Durable Construction: Designed for high-pressure and high-temperature applications
  • Compact Size: Smaller than traditional shell and tube designs, saving space
  • Available in Various Options: Customisable configurations to meet specific needs
Design

Design

  • Shell: Provides structural integrity and containment
  • Heating Plates Pack: Core component ensuring efficient heat exchange
  • Plate Side Connections: Allows for easy fluid flow management
  • Shell Side Connections: Facilitates integration into various systems
  • Mounts: Ensures stability during operation
  • Lifting Lugs: Simplifies installation and maintenance

Reinforced Plate Construction

The heating plates are enclosed within a robust structure, welded together in pairs using laser welding for leak-proof operation and enhanced resistance to thermal stress. The plate pack is assembled using a robotic TIG welding system, further ensuring reliability.

Vacuum Brazing for Enhanced Strength and Reliability

An optional vacuum brazing process strengthens the exchanger by increasing the contact surface, reinforcing the plates at key points, and enhancing the unit’s overall durability. This method ensures superior performance under variable load conditions and thermal stress.

Specifications Shield Variant
  • Materials: Stainless Steel 316L (1.4404), Titanium, Hastelloy C-276, steel 25SMO, Duplex LDX 2101 and 2304, Copper, Carbon Steel
  • Intended Media: Water, Propylene Glycol Solutions, Group 2 Fluids
  • Max Temperature: 250°C
  • Max Pressure: 650 PSI (45 Bar)
Operation

SHIELD plate and shell heat exchangers function by creating a turbulent flow within their “jagged” channel design, which enhances heat transfer efficiency while minimizing sediment buildup. The durable construction allows for high-pressure operation, making them ideal for industrial cooling, heating, and aggressive media applications.