In many industrial processes, heat is often created unintentionally. If you think about it, heat is a completely organic and natural byproduct of industrial processes. These include, for example, the most basic combustion that occurs in the engine of any vehicle. While heat is a normal byproduct of these processes, it can spell disaster for the longevity and durability of the operating systems and machinery. This is where a heat exchanger comes into play.

A heat exchanger is an industrial grade machine equipped to remove the disproportionate amount of heat being generated. This machine ensures that temperatures remain at safe levels thereby promoting the durability and longevity of the operating systems and delicate machinery that can be affected by excessive heat.

There are several different types of heat exchangers used in the oil and gas industry and these include evaporators and boilers and shell-and-tube heat exchangers. A shell-and-tube heat exchanger is one of the most used and pervasive forms of heat exchangers used in the oil and gas industry. It is tubular in design and made up of several pipes that run side-by-side. These are encased in a larger outer frame known better as the “shell”. The purpose of the shell and pipes encased within it are constructed to diffuse heat.

Firstly, the fluid created through heated industrial processes is syphoned through the pipes. On the other hand, the other fluid is syphoned through the circumference of the casing, thereby ensuring the exchange and transfer of heat.

A subsequent method of heat exchange is through the use of boilers and evaporators. When these are utilised by oil and gas industries, the physical properties and state of the fluid encounter a significant change in their state. Thus through the use of this type of heat exchanger, fluids are changed into a gaseous state.

How Does Winson Oil Use Heat Exchangers

Winson Oil believes in the importance of thermal management because factors like excessive heat and the volatility of the materials being processed heightens the risk. As one of Asia’s major energy trading companies renowned for our oil trading and bunkering business in the Asiatic region, we understand the difficulties and dangers associated with the oil and gas industry.

We understand that the effective use of heat exchangers is an important part of the processes behind the production process in oil and gas industries. By implementing heat exchangers, less manpower is required to manage the sensitive equipment that can be easily damaged due to volatility caused by unregulated temperatures. Furthermore, by engaging in the use of heat exchangers, our partners in the oil and gas industry responsible for producing and processing oil can extend the longevity of their equipment thereby increasing efficiency and decreasing associated costs.

Additionally, due to the presence of highly combustible materials in the oil and gas industry, the use of heat exchangers are paramount in preventing dangerous chemical reactions between high temperatures and these sensitive materials.

More About Winson Oil

With over half a century of experience in the energy industry, Winson Oil is one of Asia’s leading energy trading companies. Winson Oil has a variety of offices in various parts of the Asiatic continent including Hong Kong, Bangalore and the Philippines.

Winson Oil Trading Pte. Ltd operates oil trading, bunkering services, and supply chain services such as onshore oil tanks, vessels, shipping service distribution, and logistic planning.

With over 50 years of experience in the industry, we are more than capable of offering steadfast end-to-end supply chain solutions to our clients. We are focused on guaranteeing excellent service to our clients with a promise of customer satisfaction. We will always work on fostering long term relationships with our business partners by validating their efforts and undeniable contributions.


With a strong partner network, a fortified position in the market and a deep sense of customer needs, we are zealous in offering the best services and solutions to our clients. Winson Oil is proud to carry out operations ethically, while minimising any potential environmental damage through the effective use of world-class technology and other resources. We hope to spread our reach to other regions. In fact, we have plans to open offices in countries like Australia and New Zealand.