Shell & Tube Heat Exchangers
A shell and tube heat exchanger is a proven and efficient solution for transferring heat between two separate fluids. One medium circulates inside a bundle of tubes, while the other flows around the outside of the tubes within the surrounding shell. This arrangement enables effective heat exchange while keeping the fluids completely separated. Thanks to its durable construction and adaptable design, shell and tube technology is well suited for demanding marine and industrial environments.
Vestas Aircoil provides reliable shell and tube heat exchanger solutions for a wide range of applications. Our portfolio includes lube oil coolers, jacket water coolers, A/C condensers, fuel oil heaters (MGO), fresh water coolers, steam condensers, fresh water generators, as well as dumping condensers.
With a strong foundation in thermal design and extensive field experience, we ensure each unit meets the required performance, durability, and operational conditions - whether for new installations or as replacements for existing equipment.
Our services
We design and deliver complete new units tailored to your requirements. Units can be supplied in accordance with ASME standards, including U-stamp certification, with third-party approval from classification societies.In addition, we provide replacement tube bundles as well as retubing services, both on-site and at our workshop. Vestas aircoil also has travelling service engineers available to support installation, inspection, and maintenance worldwide.
New Units, Replacement Tube Bundles and Service
We design, manufacture, supply and service high-performance shell and tube heat exchangers for industrial, marine and power generation applications. Whether you require a complete new exchanger, a replacement tube bundle or specialist maintenance support, our engineering team delivers reliable thermal solutions built to your operating requirements.
As an experienced shell and tube heat exchanger manufacturer, we support projects ranging from servicing and replacement units through to the design and manufacture of new heat exchanger systems.
Our services include design, manufacture, retubing, cleaning, pressure testing and performance restoration for existing equipment.
Available configurations and design options include:
Fixed tube sheet, U-tube and floating head designs
Horizontal or vertical installation
Single-pass and multi-pass configurations
Marine-duty and industrial-duty design options
Typical applications include:
Cooling systems
Oil cooling
Engine cooling
Steam and condensate duties
Process heating and cooling
Marine auxiliary systems
Replacement Tube Bundles
We supply precision-engineered replacement tube bundles for shell and tube heat exchangers, helping restore performance and extend operational service life without replacing the complete unit.
Where shell integrity remains in suitable condition, replacing the tube bundle can provide a cost-effective solution for maintaining thermal efficiency and reducing downtime.
Our replacement tube bundle services include:
Tube bundle manufacture to original specification
Reverse engineering of obsolete units
Performance upgrades where appropriate
Material upgrades for improved durability
Each tube bundle is manufactured for accurate fitment, reliable operation, and thermal performance to suit demanding industrial applications.
Retubing, Repair and Cleaning Services
Maintaining exchanger performance is essential for efficiency, uptime and operating cost control.
Our specialist service team provides:
Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger Retubing
Our shell and tube heat exchanger retubing service restores exchanger performance by replacing worn, corroded or damaged tubes while retaining reusable components where possible.
Services include:
Full tube extraction and replacement
Tube sheet inspection and repair
Tube expansion and welding
Mechanical and hydraulic testing
Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger Cleaning
Regular shell and tube heat exchanger cleaning helps remove fouling, scale, sludge and deposits that reduce heat transfer performance.
Cleaning methods include:
Mechanical cleaning
Chemical cleaning
Hydro jetting
Tube bundle cleaning
Performance inspection and reporting
Repair and refurbishment options are available for planned maintenance and emergency breakdown support.
Applications
Our shell and tube equipment supports a wide range of cooling and heat transfer duties.
Lube Oil Coolers
We manufacture and service lube oil cooler systems designed to maintain oil temperature and protect equipment reliability across marine and industrial installations.
Jacket Water Coolers
Our jacket water cooler solutions provide stable engine cooling performance and support efficient operation under varying load conditions.
Additional product types include:
Condensers
MGO coolers
Hydraulic oil coolers
Fuel oil coolers
Additional applications include:
Compressor cooling
Generator cooling
Engine cooling systems
Process heat recovery
Marine auxiliary cooling
Materials, Standards and Testing
Quality, compliance and traceability are built into every project.
We manufacture and service heat exchangers to meet the relevant project requirements and recognised industry standards. Where applicable, this may include compliance with standards such as ASME, PED and TEMA.
Available materials include:
Carbon steel
Stainless steel
Copper nickel
Titanium
Duplex and super duplex alloys
Special corrosion-resistant materials
Testing and quality procedures include:
Hydrotest
Pressure testing
Non-destructive testing (NDT)
Dimensional inspection
Leak testing
Material certification
Performance verification
Request a Quote or Speak with Our Engineers
Looking for a new shell and tube heat exchanger, replacement tube bundle or specialist servicing support?
Send your specifications, drawings or equipment details and our engineering team will provide technical guidance, replacement options and quotation support.
Contact us today to discuss new manufacture, replacement units, retubing, cleaning and refurbishment services.