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Performance Optimisation: Re-Engineering Underperforming OEM Equipment
Industrial cooling equipment rarely fails catastrophically. Instead, it gradually underperforms - consuming more energy, failing to maintain target temperatures, or requiring excessive maintenance. When original equipment manufacturer (OEM) units fall short of operational requirements, facilities face a critical decision: replace the entire system or re-engineer the existing equipment to meet actual performance demands. Allied Heat Transfer has documented hundreds of cases w
Mar 58 min read


Designing Heat Exchangers for Harsh Australian Environments
Australian industrial environments test thermal equipment beyond conventional limits. Dust storms in the Pilbara reduce heat transfer efficiency by 40% within weeks. Ambient temperatures exceeding 50°C push cooling systems to thermal limits. Salt-laden coastal air accelerates corrosion at rates three times higher than inland locations. These conditions demand harsh climate coolers that go far beyond standard industrial specifications. The challenge extends beyond simple temp
Mar 510 min read


Bespoke Air-Cooled Heat Exchangers (ACHE) in Any Configuration
Industrial cooling requirements rarely fit standard specifications. Mining operations face extreme dust loads and ambient temperatures exceeding 45°C. Manufacturing facilities need compact units that fit existing infrastructure. Mobile equipment demands vibration-resistant designs with minimal weight. Off-the-shelf solutions frequently compromise performance, reliability, or both. Custom ACHE design addresses these challenges by engineering heat exchangers to exact operation
Mar 58 min read


Custom Shell & Tube Heat Exchangers for Industrial Applications
Thermal management failures cost Australian industrial operations millions annually through unplanned downtime, reduced equipment life, and compromised process efficiency. When standard cooling equipment cannot handle specific pressure requirements, corrosive fluids, or extreme operating conditions, shell and tube heat exchangers deliver proven performance across mining, manufacturing, and heavy industry applications. The difference between adequate and optimal thermal perfo
Mar 58 min read


Turnkey Cooling Systems: From Consultation to Delivery
Industrial cooling projects fail most often not in the design phase, but in the handover. Equipment arrives without proper commissioning documentation. Control systems lack integration with existing infrastructure. Service schedules remain undefined. The gap between specification and operational reality creates costly downtime. This disconnect stems from treating cooling systems as products rather than integrated solutions. A turnkey heat exchanger approach eliminates these
Mar 46 min read


Emergency Cooling Solutions: Minimising Downtime in Mining Operations
Equipment failure in remote mining operations doesn't just pause production - it cascades through shift schedules, processing targets, and revenue projections. When a primary cooling system fails at a mine site 800 kilometres from the nearest major city, every hour of downtime translates to tens of thousands of dollars in lost productivity. The difference between a minor disruption and a catastrophic shutdown often comes down to one factor: how quickly thermal management can
Mar 48 min read


Compressor Oil Coolers: NATA Accredited Solutions for Mining Equipment
Mining operations demand cooling systems that withstand extreme conditions while m aintaining precise temperature control. Compressor failures cost Australian mining operations an average of $420,000 per incident in lost production, emergency repairs, and equipment replacement. The root cause in 67% of these failures traces back to inadequate oil cooling systems that allow lubricant temperatures to exceed safe operating parameters. Compressed air systems power critical mining
Mar 410 min read


Mobile Plant Heat Exchangers: Built for Remote Mining Operations
Remote mining operations demand cooling solutions that perform under conditions most equipment never faces. A heat exchanger that works flawlessly in a controlled factory environment can fail within weeks when mounted to a haul truck operating in 45°C heat, surrounded by dust, and subjected to constant vibration across rough terrain. The difference between reliable operation and costly downtime often comes down to design choices that account for the unique stresses of mobile
Mar 410 min read


Drill Rig Cooling Systems: V-Pack Coolers for Australian Mining Conditions
Drill rigs operating in Australian mining environments face thermal challenges that would cripple equipment designed for milder climates. When ambient temperatures exceed 45°C and dust loads reach levels that blind conventional cooling systems within hours, standard radiator configurations simply cannot maintain the hydraulic oil and engine temperatures required for continuous operation. The operational reality at mine sites across the Pilbara, Bowen Basin, and central Quee
Mar 49 min read
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Allied Heat Transfer and SonFlow: A Partnership of Excellence
A New Era in Heat Exchanger Solutions Allied Heat Transfer is excited to announce a groundbreaking partnership with SonFlow Australia Pty...
Feb 28, 20242 min read
5 common problems with your legacy heat exchange systems - and what to do
Legacy heating systems can get expensive with time as they begin to break down and demand frequent maintenance. We’ve discussed 5 common...
Oct 13, 20214 min read


Australian Mining Review speaks with AHT’s Chief Operating Officer, Peter Constantine
The Australian Mining Review recently spoke with our Chief Operating Officer, Peter Constantine about the importance of choosing an...
Aug 8, 20201 min read


AHT continue to build on its reputation within its Site Services Division
“Allied Heat Transfer completed the disassembly, clean, inspect and rebuild on the two water bath heaters on site with the works being...
Jul 24, 20202 min read


AHT strengthen ties with the Australian Government through the Manufacturing Future Fund
Simon England, takes Matthew O’Sullivan on a tour of one of our Canning Vale Workshops. AHT have received further backing by the Federal...
Jul 7, 20203 min read


Meeting standards under pressure
The following article was written by Allied Heat Transfer’s Director of Engineering, Simon England, and published in the June/July 2020...
Jun 26, 20203 min read


Specifying the most economical oil cooler
We often have requests to provide coolers such as “My oil is at 80 °C, I need it to be 60 °C, please quote me a cooler doing 80 °C down...
May 22, 20202 min read
Allied Heat Transfer partner with Australian Government
Some time ago Allied Heat Transfer made the decision to support some of our clients outside of Australia by setting up operations...
Apr 29, 20201 min read


Simulating air-cooler header and fan performance informs physical testing plans
Both tubeside and airside behavior affect the overall performance of an air cooler. Two concerns with air-cooled heat exchanger (ACHE)...
Aug 16, 20192 min read
Did you know that your high pressure coolers may fall under the Australian Pressure Vessel Legislation?
Did you know that your high pressure coolers may fall under the Australian Pressure Vessel Legislation? At Allied Heat Transfer we have...
May 18, 20181 min read
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