Lethal Service Heat Exchangers

Heat transfer applications involving highly toxic, corrosive, or otherwise lethal substances require exceptionally high standards for heat exchanger design to ensure absolute containment, reliable performance, and compliance with the strictest regulatory requirements. Roben Mfg, Inc. specializes in producing custom lethal service heat exchangers that meet the exacting needs of industries working with the most dangerous process fluids, from specialized research applications to industrial-scale processing.

Our lethal service heat exchangers are engineered to exceed the highest industry standards, including ASME, TEMA, and specialized hazardous service specifications. These systems provide uncompromising containment integrity, enhanced leak detection, and superior reliability necessary for the safest possible heat transfer when processing deadly materials.

• Double-Tubesheet Shell and Tube Exchangers
• Triple-Barrier Plate Exchangers
• Enhanced-Safety Spiral Heat Exchangers
• Leak-Detection Equipped Shell and Tube Units
• Secondary Containment Heat Transfer Systems
• Multiple-Wall Tubular Exchangers
• Specialized Block-Type Exchangers
• Remote-Monitored Lethal Service Units
• Enhanced-Integrity Plate and Frame Designs
• High-Pressure Toxic Service Exchangers
• Corrosion-Resistant Specialized Designs
• Critical Service Bayonet Exchangers
• Enhanced-Safety Immersion Coils
• Double-Barrier Process Coolers/Heaters
• Specialized Air-Cooled Heat Exchangers

Key Features

• Enhanced Barrier Design: Multiple containment barriers between process streams
• Advanced Leak Detection: Integrated systems for immediate leak identification
• Specialized Material Selection: Alloys specifically chosen for extreme chemical compatibility
• Double-Tubesheet Construction: Enhanced protection against cross-contamination
• Secondary Containment: Built-in features for containing potential leakage
• Remote Monitoring Capability: Design elements supporting comprehensive monitoring
• Enhanced Pressure Boundaries: Higher safety factors for critical components
• Comprehensive Documentation: Material certificates, testing records, and safety verification

Applications

• Chemical Manufacturing
• Pharmaceutical Processing
• Specialty Chemical Production
• Industrial Chemical Processing
• Hazardous Waste Treatment
• Toxic Gas Cooling/Heating
• Corrosive Media Processing
• Lethal Solvent Processing
• Highly Reactive Material Handling
• Military Chemical Processing
• Specialized Research Applications
• Petroleum Specialty Chemicals
• Hazardous Acid Processing
• Toxic By-Product Recovery
• Critical Safety Systems
• Environmental Treatment Systems
• Specialized Manufacturing Processes
• Toxic Catalyst Process Cooling
• Hazardous Gas Liquefaction
• Process Development Systems

Industries Served

• Chemical Manufacturing
• Pharmaceutical Production
• Specialty Chemical Producers
• Petroleum Refineries
• Defense Contractors
• Research Institutions
• Hazardous Waste Management
• Industrial Manufacturing
• Government Research Facilities
• Agrochemical Producers
• Specialized Contract Manufacturers
• Environmental Treatment Organizations
• Military Research Facilities
• Semiconductor Manufacturing
• Metal Processing Industry
• Nuclear Facilities
• Water Treatment Operations
• Industrial Safety Organizations
• Specialized Universities
• Critical National Security Operations

Compliance and Standards

Design Codes

• ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section VIII
• TEMA (Tubular Exchanger Manufacturers Association) Standards
• ASME B31.3 Process Piping Code for Severe Service
• API Heat Exchanger Standards

Heat Transfer Standards

• Heat Exchange Institute (HEI) Standards
• AHRI (Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute) Standards
• Enhanced Design Requirements for Lethal Service
• Specialized Double-Barrier Design Standards

Regulatory Compliance

• EPA Risk Management Program (RMP) Requirements
• OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) Regulations
• EU Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) Where Applicable
• State and Local Hazardous Material Regulations

Material Standards

• ASTM specifications for specialized heat exchanger materials
• Special material requirements for specific chemical compatibility
• Enhanced material testing and certification
• Complete material traceability requirements

Testing Requirements

• Enhanced Pressure Testing Protocols
• Specialized Leak Testing Requirements
• Hydrostatic Testing Certification
• Helium Leak Testing
• Functional Testing of Leak Detection Systems
• Extended Hold Time Testing

Documentation and Validation

• Material Test Reports (MTRs)
• Enhanced Pressure Testing Documentation
• Weld Examination Records
• Quality Control Documentation
• System Safety Verification
• Regulatory Compliance Documentation

Quality Assurance

• Complete Material Traceability: Full documentation from raw material to finished system
• Enhanced Welding Procedures: Specialized procedures for critical service
• Comprehensive Inspection Protocol: Multiple inspection points throughout fabrication
• Enhanced Pressure Testing: Testing beyond standard requirements
• Functional Testing: Complete operational verification of all safety systems
• Enhanced Documentation Package: Complete records for regulatory compliance and safety verification

Custom Design Services

• Process Hazard Analysis: Comprehensive evaluation of heat transfer risks
• Multiple Barrier Design: Development of enhanced containment systems
• Leak Detection System Design: Custom features for rapid leak identification
• Material Selection Expertise: Guidance on optimal materials for extreme conditions
• Regulatory Navigation Support: Guidance through complex regulatory frameworks
• Specialized Performance Calculations: Detailed thermal and mechanical analysis

Contact Information

Roben Mfg, Inc.
760 Vassar Ave.
Lakewood, NJ 08701
Phone: (732) 364-6000
Email: sales@robenmfg.com
Website: https://robenmfg.com

Request a consultation with our specialized equipment engineering team to discover how our custom lethal service heat exchangers can enhance your operational safety when processing the most dangerous materials.