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Matt Hale reveals how to avoid the top 10 heat exchanger ‘mistakes’


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T


he following are 10 of the most common mistakes that can occur as a result of poorly specified or badly installed heat exchanger systems


– and, most importantly, how you can avoid them on your next project.


EXCESSIVE FOULING Te consequences of excessive fouling within a heat exchanger can range from minor inconvenience (a greater need for regular cleaning) to catastrophic (material failure of industrial heat exchangers caused by chemical fouling and material corrosion). Excessive fouling during operation can also reduce operational efficiency and increase energy consumption. Tere can be many reasons behind this.


Food products containing high levels of protein can be a particular cause of heat exchanger fouling, as can those containing


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