Heat exchanger tubing delivered to offshore Shell site “in record time” courtesy of 3D Metalforge

Manufacturing service provider 3D Metalforge has utilized its in-house 3D printing capabilities to rapidly manufacture and supply heat exchanger parts to one of oil and gas firm Shell’s offshore facilities. 

Manufactured in a limited run, the specialized mini piping is designed to be fitted onto heat exchangers or condensers, to improve their thermal management properties and reduce their likelihood of failure. By extending the usable life of these parts, and supplying them at a record-breaking pace, 3D Metalforge says it has effectively helped Shell minimize equipment downtime at its site on Jurong Island. 

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