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Allowable Stress

21 August 2024
ASME code design rules use an allowable stress design philosophy. In this type of engineering design, the true expected loads...
Project Management Insights

Solutions for the Bottling and Clean Water Industries – #METALMARKETUPDATE (JUNE, 2024)

2 July 2024
Whether you need parts, filter cartridges, filters, pumps, changeouts, etc. we are here to provide any and all things water...
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#METALMARKETUPDATE – AUGUST ’24

7 August 2024
Before we dive into the numbers, here's a little lighthearted ASME Code humor for you. Why did the ASME Code...

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Who We Are

Ward Vessel & Exchanger offers design and fabrication of custom shell and tube heat exchangers and pressure vessels manufactured in accordance with ASME Code: Section VIII, Division 1.

Ward Vessel & Exchanger represents an innovative group of people that specialize in the custom design and fabrication of process equipment for the chemical, pharmaceutical, food/beverage, pulp/paper, power, refinery and pure water industries.

With our unique approach to fabrication engineering and strategic locations in both Charlotte, NC and Houston, TX, we continuously and effectively meet the needs of our Customers.

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