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Troubleshooting Elliott RECON Tube Leak Test Guns

2025-09-08T09:06:22-05:00

Tube leak testing is a routine practice in heat exchanger maintenance, with handheld test equipment offering a cost-effective and user-friendly solution. Elliott's RECON series tube leak test guns are popular choices for their effectiveness. Understanding the fundamental principles of these devices and recognizing common troubleshooting points can ensure minimal downtime and consistent, accurate results. This guide will delve into the specifics of troubleshooting both the RECON vacuum and pressure-style test guns, along with general best practices for optimal performance.

Troubleshooting Elliott RECON Tube Leak Test Guns2025-09-08T09:06:22-05:00

The Proactive Guide to Cleaning Unknown Deposits in Heat Exchangers and Boilers

2025-09-08T08:45:34-05:00

Navigating the challenge of unknown deposits in heat exchange equipment can be daunting. From shell and tube heat exchangers to air coolers and boilers, each system presents unique cleaning considerations. Being prepared is key to efficiently and effectively removing these deposits, minimizing downtime, and extending the lifespan of your equipment.

The Proactive Guide to Cleaning Unknown Deposits in Heat Exchangers and Boilers2025-09-08T08:45:34-05:00

Parallel vs. Tapered Roll Expansion: Impact on Stress Corrosion Risk

2025-08-07T13:04:09-05:00

Stress corrosion cracking is a common tube failure mode in corrosive environments, which can lead to significant downtime and cost. While there are many different factors that can influence the occurrence of stress corrosion, it’s largely related to the amount of stress the tube material is under during fabrication and operation. Optimizing the manufacturing process to minimize residual stress can help reduce the likelihood of stress corrosion cracking from occurring.

Parallel vs. Tapered Roll Expansion: Impact on Stress Corrosion Risk2025-08-07T13:04:09-05:00

Navigating Tube Damage: A Guide to Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger Repairs

2025-08-07T13:04:32-05:00

Shell and tube heat exchangers are workhorses in countless industrial processes, facilitating efficient heat transfer. However, like any critical equipment, they’re susceptible to wear and tear over time. From erosion and corrosion to vibration and fatigue, various factors can lead to tube damage, compromising the exchanger's performance and potentially leading to costly downtime. Fortunately, a range of repair methods exists, offering solutions depending on the severity and type of damage. Understanding these options is crucial for effective maintenance and maximizing the lifespan of these units.

Navigating Tube Damage: A Guide to Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger Repairs2025-08-07T13:04:32-05:00

When Heat Exchangers Falter: Understanding Tube Failure Mechanisms

2025-08-07T13:04:56-05:00

Heat exchangers are workhorses in countless industrial processes, facilitating crucial heat transfer operations. However, their critical function is often jeopardized by tube failures, leading to reduced efficiency, increased operational costs, and potential safety hazards. Understanding the reason behind these failures is essential for proactive maintenance and ensuring reliable operation.

When Heat Exchangers Falter: Understanding Tube Failure Mechanisms2025-08-07T13:04:56-05:00

Anatomy of A Tube Expander

2025-03-20T07:20:22-05:00

Tube expanding is a technique used to create a secure connection between a tube and tube sheet, by compressing the outer diameter against a fixed surface. This process ensures a leak-proof joint that is crucial for the proper functioning of heat exchangers and other pressure vessels.

Anatomy of A Tube Expander2025-03-20T07:20:22-05:00

Fabrication Company Reduces Expansion Cycle Times by 80% With Parallel Pin Expansion

2024-08-23T14:04:07-05:00

Dunn Heat Exchanger, Inc., a fabrication company located in Texas City, Texas, offers heat exchanger cleaning, decontamination, repair, and fabrication services in the highly competitive shell and tube market.

Fabrication Company Reduces Expansion Cycle Times by 80% With Parallel Pin Expansion2024-08-23T14:04:07-05:00

Overcoming Challenges When Expanding Small Tubes

2023-02-02T10:43:32-05:00

Tube expansion can be challenging regardless of the application. From inconsistent wall thicknesses to exotic materials, a lot of factors can influence the quality of an expansion. In smaller applications, there can be some additional complexity to the process which makes choosing the right expander more critical.

Overcoming Challenges When Expanding Small Tubes2023-02-02T10:43:32-05:00

3 Tips For Optimal Pneumatic Tool Performance

2023-02-02T10:45:09-05:00

Pneumatic tools are utilized in a variety of tube tool applications from expansion to cleaning. While the power source is often determined based on operator preference, there are some applications where air may be required or preferred over electric. However, to get the best life and performance out of pneumatic tooling, it’s important that the quality of air and the amount used is regulated correctly.

3 Tips For Optimal Pneumatic Tool Performance2023-02-02T10:45:09-05:00

Best Practices for Removing Boiler Tubes

2023-04-11T10:54:47-05:00

Boiler tube removal can be an extremely difficult process and the method used will vary depending on the application. The amount of expansion, as well as, the age of the tube and whether or not it was welded will all impact the removal process. Despite the challenging nature of removal, there are a few tips that can help make this tough job a little bit easier.

Best Practices for Removing Boiler Tubes2023-04-11T10:54:47-05:00
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