Reportedly Unused Mid-South Maintenance 745.7 Sq Ft 304 Stainless Steel Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger, 2016

Manufacturer Information

Mid-South Maintenance is identified as the manufacturer of this horizontal shell-and-tube heat exchanger. The unit is constructed of 304 stainless steel and manufactured in accordance with ASME Section VIII, Division 1 requirements. Its configuration is suitable for evaluation in industrial heating, cooling and liquid-to-liquid heat transfer applications where the materials of construction, operating temperatures and pressure ratings are compatible with the process.

Main Product Description

Reportedly unused Mid-South Maintenance horizontal shell-and-tube heat exchanger with approximately 745.7 square feet of heat transfer surface area and 304 stainless steel construction, manufactured in 2016. Designed for industrial process heating, cooling and indirect heat transfer between compatible process fluids. The shell measures approximately 20" outside diameter x 183-3/4" long with a 3/8" wall thickness. Internal tube bundle consists of (248) straight 304 stainless steel tubes measuring 3/4" outside diameter with 0.065" wall thickness, secured by welded 304 stainless steel tube sheets. Shell side is rated for a maximum allowable working pressure (MAWP) of 300 PSI at 500°F, while the tube side is rated for 100 PSI at 500°F. Features flanged stainless steel end chambers with elliptical heads, (2) 6" Class 150 inlet/outlet connections and (3) 2" Class 300 connections. Mounted horizontally on two welded saddle supports for installation in industrial processing systems. Constructed to ASME Section VIII, Division 1 pressure vessel standards. Serial #316-0007, National Board #2157. Manufactured in 2016 and reportedly unused. Possible applications include chemical processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, industrial water heating and cooling, heat recovery, thermal fluid processing and other compatible industrial heat exchange operations.

Equipment Specifications

• Manufacturer: Mid-South Maintenance

• Equipment Type: Horizontal Shell-and-Tube Heat Exchanger

• Condition: Reportedly Unused

• Year Manufactured: 2016

• Heat Transfer Surface Area: 745.7 square feet

• Construction Material: 304 Stainless Steel

• Shell Outside Diameter: 20"

• Shell Length: 183-3/4"

• Shell Wall Thickness: 3/8"

• Tube Quantity: 248

• Tube Design: Straight Tubes

• Tube Material: 304 Stainless Steel

• Tube Outside Diameter: 3/4"

• Tube Wall Thickness: 0.065"

• Tube Sheets: Welded 304 Stainless Steel

• Shell-Side MAWP: 300 PSI at 500°F

• Tube-Side MAWP: 100 PSI at 500°F

• End Chambers: Flanged Stainless Steel With Elliptical Heads

• Main Connections: (2) 6" Class 150

• Additional Connections: (3) 2" Class 300

• Supports: (2) Welded Saddle Supports

• Configuration: Horizontal

• Design Code: ASME Section VIII, Division 1

• Serial Number: 316-0007

• National Board Number: 2157

Applications

• Industrial Process Heating: Transferring heat from compatible heating media to process liquids in chemical, manufacturing and industrial production systems.

• Process Fluid Cooling: Removing heat from compatible process liquids using cooling water or other suitable cooling media in closed-loop or continuous processing operations.

• Chemical Manufacturing: Heating or cooling compatible chemical solutions, liquid intermediates and process streams during reaction, blending and formulation processes.

• Pharmaceutical and Specialty Chemical Processing: Providing indirect temperature control for compatible process fluids, ingredients and formulated liquids where 304 stainless steel construction meets operating requirements.

• Industrial Water Heating and Cooling: Controlling water temperatures in plant utility systems, process water circulation loops and compatible industrial water treatment operations.

• Heat Recovery Systems: Recovering and transferring thermal energy between compatible process streams to improve energy utilization in manufacturing facilities.

• Thermal Fluid Processing: Transferring heat between compatible thermal fluids and process liquids within the exchanger's design temperature and pressure limits.

• Food and Beverage Processing: Heating or cooling compatible liquid ingredients and process water where the exchanger's design, surface finish and materials satisfy applicable sanitation requirements.

• Petrochemical and Industrial Processing: Providing indirect heat exchange for compatible process liquids in industrial operations requiring pressure-rated stainless steel equipment.

• Closed-Loop Cooling Systems: Transferring heat between separate compatible fluid circuits without direct mixing of the process streams.

Suitable Products and Materials

• Water and Utility Fluids: Industrial process water, cooling water, heated water, closed-loop water solutions and compatible water-based heat transfer fluids.

• Chemical Process Liquids: Compatible aqueous chemical solutions, liquid chemical intermediates, diluted chemical mixtures and suitable industrial process fluids.

• Glycol Solutions: Compatible ethylene glycol/water and propylene glycol/water mixtures used in industrial heating and cooling systems.

• Thermal Transfer Fluids: Suitable heating and cooling fluids compatible with 304 stainless steel and the exchanger's pressure and temperature ratings.

• Industrial Liquid Ingredients: Compatible liquid raw materials, water-based formulations and specialty chemical solutions requiring indirect temperature control.

• Food Processing Liquids: Compatible process water, liquid ingredients and aqueous food formulations where equipment construction and sanitary requirements are appropriate.

• Manufacturing Process Streams: Compatible liquid streams requiring controlled heating, cooling or energy recovery.

• Water Treatment Process Fluids: Compatible treated water, circulating water and suitable industrial water treatment solutions.

Actual material compatibility should be confirmed based on fluid chemistry, concentration, temperature, pressure, viscosity, fouling characteristics and the corrosion resistance of 304 stainless steel.

Frequently Asked Questions

- What is the heat transfer surface area of this Mid-South Maintenance heat exchanger?

The heat exchanger has approximately 745.7 square feet of heat transfer surface area, provided by a bundle of 248 straight stainless steel tubes.

- What type of heat exchanger is this?

This is a horizontal shell-and-tube heat exchanger designed to transfer heat between separate compatible fluid streams through the tube walls.

- What material is the heat exchanger constructed from?

The unit features 304 stainless steel construction, including the shell, straight tubes and welded tube sheets.

- What are the shell-side pressure and temperature ratings?

The shell side has a maximum allowable working pressure of 300 PSI at 500°F.

- What are the tube-side pressure and temperature ratings?

The tube side has a maximum allowable working pressure of 100 PSI at 500°F.

- How many tubes are included in the heat exchanger?

The exchanger contains 248 straight 304 stainless steel tubes, each measuring 3/4" outside diameter with a 0.065" wall thickness.

- What are the shell dimensions?

The shell measures approximately 20" outside diameter x 183-3/4" long with a 3/8" wall thickness.

- What type of connections are provided?

The exchanger includes two 6" Class 150 inlet/outlet connections and three additional 2" Class 300 connections.

- Is this heat exchanger ASME constructed?

Yes. The unit was manufactured to ASME Section VIII, Division 1 and is identified by National Board #2157. Current code documentation and inspection status should be verified before installation.

- Can this heat exchanger be used for heating and cooling applications?

Yes. Shell-and-tube heat exchangers can be used for indirect heating and cooling of compatible process fluids. Actual performance depends on operating temperatures, flow rates, fluid properties and the thermal design.

- Is this heat exchanger suitable for chemical processing?

Potentially. The 304 stainless steel construction may be appropriate for many compatible aqueous and chemical process applications. Chemical compatibility and operating conditions must be evaluated before use.

- Is this heat exchanger new or used?

The equipment was manufactured in 2016 and is being offered in reportedly unused condition.

- Can Aaron Equipment help determine whether this heat exchanger is suitable for my process?

Yes. Aaron Equipment can assist with reviewing available equipment specifications, construction materials, pressure ratings, connection sizes and documentation to help determine whether the exchanger may fit your heating or cooling requirements.

- Can Aaron Equipment arrange shipping for this heat exchanger?

Yes. Aaron Equipment can assist with coordinating domestic and international freight arrangements. Shipping dimensions, weight, loading requirements and delivery location should be confirmed before transportation.

- How can I request pricing, photographs or additional documentation?

Contact Aaron Equipment to request current pricing, availability, photographs, drawings and any available ASME or National Board documentation for this heat exchanger.