Crude Heater

Crude Heater

Crude heaters are core equipment for crude oil preheating in refinery units, widely applied in atmospheric and vacuum distillation as well as refining and petrochemical production lines. GYRO delivers customized designs based on crude oil properties, processing capacity and process conditions. We also provide standalone equipment fabrication and full EPC engineering services. Our crude heaters help boost heat exchange efficiency, cut energy consumption and ensure long-term stable operation of your process units.
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Technical Parameters

Every heater we manufacture is fully designed to match your unique process requirements. Strict quality control is implemented for every detail, ranging from heat duty calculation, furnace chamber structure optimization and combustion system configuration to heater coil layout and flue gas waste heat recovery.

For large-scale projects, we offer far more than equipment fabrication. We are capable of participating in the engineering design and full EPC construction of complete process units, cutting your cross-party coordination costs and accelerating project progress.

 

Advantages of Crude Heaters

 

Adaptable to Diverse Crude Oil Working Conditions

Crude oils sourced from various regions differ greatly in density, sulfur content, viscosity and chemical composition. We carry out targeted thermal engineering design in accordance with the type of crude oil you process.

Energy Saving & Lower Comprehensive Operating Costs

Properly engineered combustion systems paired with high-efficiency thermal insulation structures effectively minimize heat loss and improve fuel utilization efficiency. Optimized flue gas flow paths and heat exchange layout of furnace coils deliver lasting reductions in long-term energy consumption.

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Reliable Continuous Operation

Stringent quality control procedures are implemented throughout all working procedures, including material selection, welding processes and factory inspection. This guarantees stable equipment performance under continuous operation at high temperature and heavy load.

Flexible Engineering Service Modes

In addition to crude heater fabrication, we provide process design, mechanical design, full EPC general contracting, installation supervision, commissioning, technical training and post-operation revamping & upgrading services. You may select the most suitable cooperation solution flexibly based on your project scale.

 

Product Manufacturing Process

 

 

Process Data Confirmation

Conduct thermal calculation based on throughput, inlet temperature, outlet temperature, heat duty, fuel type and other parameters.

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Scheme Design

Complete design of furnace body, heater coils, burners, flue gas system and thermal insulation system, and carry out strength analysis & fluid simulation.

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Equipment Fabrication

Our crude heaters are manufactured with automated welding, CNC machining, integral heat treatment and other advanced processes to boost manufacturing precision and operational reliability.

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Rigorous Inspection

Carry out material inspection, non-destructive testing (NDT) of welds, pressure test and factory acceptance test (FAT) in line with project specifications.

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Transportation & Installation

Provide integral or modular transportation solutions customized to site conditions, and offer full support for on-site installation and commissioning.

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Technical Specifications

 

 

Item

Specification

Product Name

Crude Heater

Application

Crude Oil Heating

Heat Duty

1 – 300 MW

Design Temperature

Up to 900°C

Process Fluid Temperature

150 – 420°C

Operating Pressure

Atmospheric to 15 MPa

Fuel Type

Natural Gas, Fuel Oil, Mixed Fuel

Thermal Efficiency

Up to 93%

Burner Type

Low NOx Burner / Multi-Fuel Burner

Tube Material

Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Stainless Steel

Design Standard

ASME, API, GB, NB/T

Control System

PLC / DCS Compatible

Installation

Skid-mounted or Field Erected

Service Life

20+ Years (Proper Maintenance)

Engineering Service

Custom Design & EPC Available

Note: Specifications can be customized according to project requirements and process conditions.

 

Why Choose GYRO

 

GYRO's engineering team participates in your project from the very initiation stage, rather than only offering support after equipment fabrication is finished.

Early Project Stage

We conduct thermal calculations and scheme optimization based on your supplied process parameters, throughput, medium properties, heat duty, fuel type and site layout constraints.

Equipment Fabrication Phase

We maintain continuous tracking of project progress, and enforce strict standards for material inspection, welding quality control, non-destructive testing and factory acceptance tests. Upon request, we can supply photos and videos documenting the manufacturing process, as well as coordinate with third-party inspectors.

Post-Delivery Support

Our technical service does not end once equipment is delivered. Our engineers provide on-site supervision for crude heater installation, ignition and commissioning, process parameter tuning and operator training.

 

After the heater is put into service, we further deliver operation performance analysis, energy-saving optimization proposals, maintenance schedules and spare parts support based on your actual operation feedback.

For EPC projects, we facilitate seamless technical coordination with design institutes, engineering contractors and the owner's team. This greatly cuts communication overheads, elevates project execution efficiency, and delivers a hassle-free experience from equipment procurement all the way to unit commissioning and startup.

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If you are planning a new crude heater project or intend to upgrade your existing heating system, please feel free to send us your process parameters, crude oil properties, throughput, heat duty, PFD/P&ID drawings or full project requirements. Our engineering team will develop customized technical solutions and equipment selection recommendations tailored to your actual operating conditions, along with prompt quotations. We help you achieve higher energy efficiency and lower long-term operating costs while securing stable production performance.

 

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