Model: PRPLSHE
Sanitary Heat Exchangers from Purple Heat Exchangers are engineered to meet the rigorous cleanliness and hygiene requirements of industries like food, beverage, and pharmaceuticals. Built with high-grade 316L stainless steel and polished to sanitary finishes, these exchangers ensure reliable heating and cooling while maintaining product integrity. Designed for processes such as pasteurisation, clean-in-place systems, and temperature-sensitive product handling, our sanitary heat exchangers offer efficiency, durability, and compliance with 3-A and ASME-BPE standards, making them an ideal choice for high-purity applications.
Heat Exchangers for Sanitary Applications
Heat exchangers are essential for transferring heat between fluids at different temperatures, playing a critical role in industries such as refrigeration, HVAC systems, wastewater treatment, and process manufacturing. Certain industries, including pharmaceutical, food, beverage, and dairy, require equipment that upholds the highest sanitary standards to ensure safety and compliance. For these sensitive applications, sanitary heat exchangers are the solution of choice.
Types of Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers
Purple Heat Exchangers specialises in providing sanitary shell and tube heat exchangers crafted from stainless steel. These heat exchangers are designed to meet the rigorous standards of the food, beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries.
Our sanitary heat exchangers are trusted by countless clients for their durability and ability to comply with stringent regulatory requirements. Whether you need a stock solution or a custom design tailored to your specific application, we deliver reliable and efficient heat transfer solutions that meet your needs.
Contact us today to explore our full range of sanitary heat exchangers and discover how we can support your industry’s unique requirements.
Stock Sanitary Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers
- 100% 304L or 316L stainless steel material for sanitary considerations and resistance to corrosion
- Built to TEMA Class C
- ASME hydro-tested with code stamp
- Capable of heating low-fouling fluids
- Process side installed with sanitary tri-clamp connections for easy installation
- U-tube design allows for thermal expansion
- O-rings and tube bundles are removable and replaceable
- Sizes range from 4″ x 36″ to 10″ x 54″
- Heat exchangers can be upgraded to meet the current 3-A Sanitary Standards
Standard Sanitary Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger Design
- 304L tube side material
- Welded, bright annealed tubing
- 40Ra exterior finish
Design Requirements for Sanitary Heat Exchanger
Depending on the industry and application, design specifications may have special requirements.
Common requirements for sanitary heat exchangers include:
- Seal welding of tube-to-tube sheet joints
- Sanitary tri-clamp fittings
- Polished surfaces
- Manufactured to meet 3-A Sanitary Standards
- PTFE, Viton©, Gylon, or other gasket materials
- Clean-in-place design
- ASME BPE compliant
- ASME BPE sanitary fittings
Custom Upgrades
- 316L stainless steel materials (product or utility side)
- 3-A, including 316L stainless steel seamless tubes polished to 32Ra
- Welded tube-to-tube sheet joints
- Insulation jackets free of chloride and asbestos
- Choice of vertical mounting supports or horizontal saddles
- Sight glasses, vacuum breakers, level gauge ports
- ASME flanged connections, NPT threaded, or sanitary Tri-clamp
- Double tube sheets
- Expansion joints or floating tube sheets to aid in thermal expansion protection
- Passivation and electropolished product contact surfaces
- Davit arms (commonly used with heavy bonnet designs)
- Condensate collection sumps/chambers
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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.