Optimization for Thermal Design of Shell and Tube Heat ExchangersEditie 1

A comprehensive guide to ensuring efficient, accurate, and cost-effective design of shell and tube heat exchangers across a variety of industries

Effective thermal design of shell and tube heat exchangers is essential for maintaining performance and reducing costs in industries such as oil, gas, petrochemicals, and energy. In a field where heat exchangers are a significant investment, understanding how to design them efficiently is vital.

Optimization for Thermal Design of Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers presents a clear, practical approach to achieving optimal results with minimal trials. Incorporating real-world examples and fast-track methodologies, this authoritative guide provides valuable tools to improve efficiency and manage data effectively while running design programs. Mehdi Hanifzadeh, a seasoned process principal engineer with more than 38 years of experience, offers proven strategies to reduce construction and maintenance costs while maintaining high design standards.

Providing step-by-step guidance to designing these essential components with accuracy and speed, this book:

• Designed in oil refineries, gas processing, petrochemicals and power plants.
• Helps readers reduce construction costs while complying with industry design standards
• Focuses on practical design methods and data management for cost-effective, high-quality outcomes.
• Provides clear and transparent design and calculation methods illustrated through numerous real-world examples and case studies
• Serves as a valuable educational and training resource for readers

This title is an invaluable resource for new designers and experienced professionals specializing in the design and optimization of heat exchangers, and an ideal textbook for advanced chemical and mechanical engineering students taking courses in process design, energy systems, and industrial equipment.