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Heat exchanger guidance for global buyers

Practical articles on selection, materials, maintenance and procurement of industrial heat exchangers.

Articles

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How to Choose a Heat Exchanger for Industrial Applications

A practical buyer's guide covering operating conditions, construction type, materials and the trade-offs that drive heat exchanger selection.

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Plate Heat Exchanger vs Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger

Comparing the two most common industrial heat exchanger constructions on efficiency, footprint, pressure rating, materials and total cost.

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What Information Is Needed for a Heat Exchanger Quotation?

A simple checklist of the operating conditions and project information that allow a manufacturer to return an accurate selection and price.

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Heat Exchanger Materials: Stainless Steel, Titanium and Nickel Alloys

How to match plate and tube material to the chemistry, chloride content, temperature and pressure of your service.

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Heat Exchangers for Food and Beverage Processing

Sanitary plate and tubular constructions for pasteurization, CIP, dairy and brewery duties — and the standards that govern them.

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Heat Exchangers for Marine and Aquaculture Applications

Seawater-resistant materials, compact constructions and the design considerations for shipboard and recirculating aquaculture systems.

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Common Causes of High Pressure Drop in Plate Heat Exchangers

Diagnosing fouling, plate selection mismatch and operating-condition drift in field plate heat exchangers.

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Maintenance Guide for Gasketed Plate Heat Exchangers

A practical maintenance routine — inspection intervals, gasket replacement, plate cleaning and tightening procedure.

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Frequently asked questions

Practical answers for international buyers evaluating heat exchanger projects.

What information do you need to quote a heat exchanger?

Short answer

A practical quotation usually requires medium/fluid information, inlet and outlet temperatures, flow rate, working pressure, material requirements, quantity, and available drawings or datasheets. If some data is missing, Jiangxing can review the available process conditions first and confirm the remaining details before final selection.

Detailed explanation

An accurate quotation depends on a clear definition of the thermal duty. The basic information we use to size and price a heat exchanger is: the hot-side and cold-side medium (water, glycol, oil, refrigerant, process stream), the inlet and outlet temperatures of each side, the flow rate (m³/h or kg/h), the design pressure and design temperature, the material preference for plates or tubes, the quantity of units, the target application industry, and any drawings, datasheets or P&IDs you can share. If only part of the data is available, we can still return a preliminary selection and follow up with the engineering questions needed to confirm it.

What to provide
  • Hot and cold side medium
  • Inlet and outlet temperature
  • Flow rate
  • Design pressure and temperature
  • Material preference
  • Quantity and application industry
  • Drawing or datasheet (if available)
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Can you supply replacement plates and gaskets for other brands?

Short answer

Jiangxing can support replacement plates, gaskets and PHE spare parts for many common plate heat exchanger models based on model number, plate dimensions, photos, drawings, samples or working conditions. Buyers are encouraged to send plate photos, nameplate information or old drawings for review.

Detailed explanation

We support replacement plates, gaskets and PHE spare parts for our own units and for many common plate heat exchanger models. To confirm compatibility, send us the plate model from the unit nameplate, key plate dimensions, photographs of the plate and gasket, any original drawings, the operating conditions and — when possible — a physical sample. We will confirm material grade, gasket elastomer, port layout and pricing before manufacturing.

What to provide
  • Plate model from nameplate
  • Plate dimensions
  • Photos of plate and gasket
  • Original drawing or sample
  • Operating conditions
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What materials and codes do you work with?

Short answer

Material selection depends on the medium, temperature, pressure, corrosion risk and application requirements. Common material options may include stainless steel, titanium, nickel alloy, Hastelloy and other special materials, while specific code, inspection and documentation requirements should be confirmed at the inquiry stage.

Detailed explanation

Material selection is driven by the medium chemistry, chloride content, operating temperature and pressure. We commonly work with stainless steels (304, 316L, 904L), duplex grades, titanium for seawater and aggressive services, nickel alloys (Hastelloy, Inconel) for high-corrosion duties, and carbon steel or stainless for shells. Pressure-vessel design can follow ASME, PED, GB or customer specification. Specific code stamps and third-party inspection requirements should be confirmed at the inquiry stage.

What to provide
  • Medium chemistry
  • Chloride content
  • Operating temperature and pressure
  • Required design code (if any)
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What are typical lead times?

Short answer

Lead time depends on product type, material, quantity, customization level, inspection requirements and order schedule. Jiangxing can provide a more accurate delivery estimate after reviewing the project information and confirmed technical requirements.

Detailed explanation

Lead times vary by construction. Standard gasketed plate units are typically a few weeks once the order is confirmed. Customized welded plate, shell-and-tube and special heat exchangers are project-dependent — driven by material availability (titanium and nickel alloys often require longer procurement), size, plate count or tube count, third-party inspection and any code-specific documentation. We confirm a realistic lead time on the quotation, and provide progress updates throughout production.

What to provide
  • Product type
  • Material
  • Quantity
  • Customization scope
  • Required inspection or certification
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Do you handle export logistics?

Short answer

Jiangxing can support overseas buyers with export packaging, documentation coordination and shipping communication according to project and destination requirements. Final logistics arrangements should be confirmed based on shipment terms, destination country and order details.

Detailed explanation

We routinely ship to overseas buyers from Shanghai. Our team supports export packaging, documentation coordination (commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, mill certificates and other documents as required) and communication with freight forwarders and shipping lines, arranged according to destination and project requirements. Common Incoterms include EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP — confirmed at the quotation stage based on your project preference.

What to provide
  • Destination port and country
  • Preferred Incoterm
  • Quantity and total weight
  • Any special documentation requirement
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Can you help with selection if I only have process conditions?

Short answer

Yes. Jiangxing can review available process conditions such as medium, temperature, pressure, flow rate, space limitations, maintenance needs and material requirements, then help recommend a suitable heat exchanger direction before final technical confirmation.

Detailed explanation

Engineering-based selection is one of our core services. If you only have process conditions, send the medium on each side, the inlet and outlet temperatures, the flow rate, the design pressure and any constraints on installation footprint, maintenance access or material. Our engineering team will recommend the most suitable construction (gasketed plate, brazed plate, welded plate, shell-and-tube, finned-tube or special construction), return a thermal sizing and provide indicative pricing — usually within one to two business days.

What to provide
  • Medium on each side
  • Inlet and outlet temperature
  • Flow rate
  • Design pressure
  • Footprint or maintenance constraints
  • Material preference
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Need help selecting a heat exchanger?

Send your working conditions, drawing or datasheet to Evan for review. Jiangxing can help evaluate the available information and confirm the details needed for quotation.