ASME-Compliant Water Bath Heater Design and Manufacturing for 45 bar Natural Gas

Water Bath Heater systems, developed to safely and controllably heat high-pressure natural gas without direct flame contact, have been specifically designed and manufactured for this project.

Two units, each with a capacity of 4,500 kW, were manufactured in accordance with ASME standards for a working pressure of 45 bar and successfully delivered for use in Europe.

Project Information

• Industry: Energy and Natural Gas Applications
• Project Type: Hazardous fluid heating (Water Bath Heater)
• Number of Units: 2
• Unit Capacity: 4,500 kW (each unit)
• Operating Pressure: 45 bar
• Standards: ASME-compliant design and manufacturing
• Project Scope: Concept development, engineering, custom design, and manufacturing

Project Justification and Requirements

Safe heating of high-pressure and hazardous natural gas is critical for both process continuity and operational safety. In this context, an indirect heating principle was preferred to eliminate direct flame contact and to ensure homogeneous and controlled temperature distribution.

During the design phase, safe operation under high pressure, compliance with international standards, and heavy-duty equipment requirements were considered as key criteria.

Engineering Solution Implemented

In the developed Water Bath Heater system, natural gas is indirectly heated through tube bundles passing through a water bath. The heating process is carried out in a controlled and stable manner, and the system is designed to ensure a high level of safety.

All equipment has been manufactured in compliance with ASME requirements and has successfully passed quality control procedures.

Technical Specifications

• 2 × 4,500 kW thermal capacity
• Design suitable for 45 bar operating pressure
• Indirect heating principle
• ASME-compliant manufacturing
• Manufactured and delivered for the European market

Project Scope

• Concept and design studies
• Detailed engineering and mechanical design
• ASME-compliant manufacturing and quality control
• Factory acceptance testing