#METALMARKETUPDATE – JULY ’23
The ISM Manufacturing Index (PMI) fell to 46 in June 2023, from 46.9 in May. The reading pointed to a faster rate of contraction in the manufacturing sector since May…
Tag: heat transfer
Dimensional Tolerances
The ASME code has surprisingly few dimensional tolerances. In fact, in section U-5, the Code states that tolerances are not fully addressed, and allowable tolerances should be based on engineering…
#METALMARKETUPDATE – JUNE ’23
The ISM Manufacturing Index (PMI) fell to 46.9 in May 2023 from 47.1 in April. The reading indicated a seventh consecutive month of contraction in the manufacturing sector, as companies…
Heat Exchanger Fouling
Over time in service, deposits typically build up on the surface of tubes in a heat exchanger. This buildup is known as fouling and can occur on the inside or outside…
Seal vs. Strength Welds
Heat exchanger tube end welds can be specified as strength welds or seal welds. What is the difference? The tube to tubesheet joint is a critical component of the exchanger…
BENEFITS OF A SPECIALTY TURNKEY SERVICE PROVIDER – #METALMARKETUPDATE – JULY 2022.
Heat Exchanger Replacement – Ward was called on to evaluate and repair several heat exchangers in a solvent condenser system. The plant knew there were issues with at least one…
