Model: PRPLIHE
Industrial Heat Exchangers from Purple Heat Exchangers are designed for robust performance across a wide range of industries, including chemical processing, energy, and manufacturing. Engineered with durable materials such as carbon steel and stainless steel, these exchangers deliver reliable heating and cooling solutions for demanding applications. With customisable options to handle high temperatures, pressures, and corrosive substances, our industrial heat exchangers ensure efficiency, safety, and long-lasting performance, making them an essential component for optimising industrial processes.
Dependable Industrial Heat Exchangers
Whether you need shell and tube heat exchangers for multi-stage evaporation in ethanol production, condensing organics in chemical processes, vaporising LNG at refineries, heating asphalt for pliability, or cooling landfill gas, Purple Heat Exchangers delivers reliable, high-quality solutions you can trust.
Heating & Cooling Applications
Our comprehensive line of industrial shell and tube heat exchangers performs a wide range of heating and cooling duties, including:
- Vapor to Vapor
- Vapor to Liquid
- Liquid to Vapor
- Liquid to Liquid
- Hot Oil to Asphalt
- Hot Oil to No. 6 Oil
- Hot Oil to No. 2 Oil
- Hot Oil to Steam
- Steam to Asphalt
- Steam to No. 6 Oil
- Steam to No. 2 Oil
Customisable Materials for Corrosion Resistance
Choosing the right material for your heat exchanger is critical for reliable performance in demanding applications. Purple Heat Exchangers offers custom fabrication using a variety of materials, including:
- Carbon steel
- 304L & 316L stainless steel
- Duplex stainless steel 2205 & 2507
- Hastelloy
- Alloy 20
- Monel 600
- AL-6XN
- Titanium Gr2
Designed to handle all types of applications and process fluids, our exchangers combine durability and efficiency to meet your unique requirements. Contact us today to discuss your project or request a quote.
Features & Options
At Purple Heat Exchangers, we prioritise our customers’ unique requirements for operating and maintaining their shell and tube heat exchangers. Our goal is to minimise maintenance downtime while offering features that enable your team to inspect, clean, and service the exchangers quickly and safely.
To enhance ease of use and efficiency, we may recommend features such as:
- Davit arms or hinge assemblies for easy removal of heavy bonnets
- Channel covers for added protection
- Non-asbestos, chloride-free insulation for safety and durability
- Horizontal saddles or vertical mounting supports for secure installation
- Vacuum breakers and sight glasses for process monitoring
- ANSI flanged, lap joint, NPT threaded, or sanitary Tri-clamp connections for versatility
- Jaygo clamps for frequent and hassle-free head removal
- Twisted tape turbulators for improved flow and heat transfer efficiency
- Floating tube sheets to accommodate thermal expansion
- Enhanced surface finishes, including up to 15Ra electropolished options
These features ensure that your heat exchangers are built for optimal performance, safety, and maintenance efficiency. Let us tailor a solution to your specific needs.
Industrial Applications for Shell & Tube Heat Exchangers
Industrial heat exchangers play a critical role in temperature regulation across countless industrial processes. They are essential components in systems for air conditioning, cooling, heating, and safe temperature management of machinery, chemicals, oil, water, gas, asphalt, and more. Heat exchangers not only regulate temperatures but also improve production efficiency by capturing and repurposing steam or heat exhaust generated as byproducts. This reuse of energy saves time, resources, and money for industrial plants.
Common Applications
Water Heaters
Shell and tube heat exchangers are commonly used for hot water production, a vital component in industrial operations. These exchangers transfer thermal energy efficiently, ensuring the safety, sanitation, and continuous operations of commercial facilities. In water heating systems, cold water passes through the tube side while steam or hot thermal oil circulates through the shell side, optimising energy transfer and minimising heat loss.
Snow Melt Pit Coils
Snow melt pit coils are ideal for use in ice skating rinks, where zambonis deposit ice shavings into trenches. These stainless steel coils, resistant to corrosion and chemicals, melt the snow efficiently using hot water or steam circulated through the tubes. Custom designs are available to fit the varying sizes of snow pits.
Oil Coolers and Heaters
Industries with fluid processes rely heavily on oil coolers and heaters. Oil heaters act as intermediaries when direct heating is not feasible, using thermal oil to safely transfer heat to products. Applications range from chemical plants to water treatment systems. Oil coolers efficiently reduce high fluid temperatures and are integral in industries such as pulp and paper, mining, and industrial refrigeration. Custom solutions include closed-loop systems for hydraulic oil cooling in diverse applications, from injection molding to naval vessels.
Suction Heaters
Suction heaters are designed to heat viscous fluids like asphalt and fuel oil to a pumpable temperature, eliminating the need to heat entire storage tanks. By heating only the fluid being pumped, suction heaters offer a cost-effective and energy-efficient solution for many industrial facilities.
With their adaptability, efficiency, and reliability, industrial heat exchangers are indispensable across a variety of industries. Let Purple Heat Exchangers help you find the ideal solution for your unique application. Contact us today to discuss your requirements.
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Looking for Something different?
When standard options don’t meet your requirements, we can design a custom solution tailored to your specific application, size, material, and configuration. Our team thrives on solving complex challenges and delivering innovative solutions for even the most unique heating and cooling demands. Contact us to discuss your project and request a quote.
The best choice for Heat Exchangers in Australia
At Purple Heat Exchangers, we understand the critical importance of reliable, high-quality equipment for your operations. Here’s why businesses across Australia trust us for their heat exchanger needs:
Locally Stocked Inventory
We’ve been solving supply chain delays since 2013 by maintaining essential equipment in Australia. No more waiting 8–14 weeks for overseas suppliers — we ensure quick access to the heat exchangers you need to keep your projects on track.
Trusted Experience
Founded by Alex Ocean (MIEAust) in Perth, Purple Heat Exchangers is part of Purple Engineering, a proudly Australian-owned company with deep roots in the oil and gas industry. Our years of experience mean we understand the challenges you face and know how to help you overcome them.
Personalised Service
As a small, friendly business, we take a hands-on approach to every project. Our team is dedicated to providing tailored solutions and responsive support, ensuring you feel confident in every interaction.
Reliable Global Brands
We partner with some of the most trusted names in the industry, bringing you the best equipment available. Combined with our local stockholding, we deliver quality you can count on when you need it most.
Proven Track Record
Our journey began with a mission to help clients meet deadlines by keeping inventory on hand. Today, we’re proud to be the preferred supplier for many Australian businesses that rely on us for dependable, fast, and efficient service.
Australian Owned and Operated
Based in Perth, we’re committed to supporting Australian industries. Our local presence allows us to understand your needs better and respond faster than large, international suppliers.
Whether you need a standard solution or a custom design, Purple Heat Exchangers is here to help you succeed. Contact us today to learn more about how we can support your next project.