Hanover Indirect Fired Heater 1.5MM BTU/HR 48" OD x 17'6"

The Hanover Indirect Fired Heater is a robust industrial heating system designed for oil and gas applications, particularly for heating natural gas streams to prevent hydrate formation and ensure efficient processing. Manufactured in 2003 by The Hanover Company, this unit features a shell-and-tube design with a fire tube immersed in a water bath, allowing indirect heat transfer without direct flame contact to the process fluid. Key benefits include safe operation in hazardous environments, high thermal efficiency, and reliability in cold climates or high-pressure lines. It offers a 1.5 million BTU per hour rating, making it suitable for mid-sized operations like wellhead heating or pipeline conditioning. Drawbacks may include the need for periodic maintenance due to potential scaling in the bath and higher initial setup costs compared to direct heaters. Advantages over similar products include durable carbon steel construction, customizable coil configurations, and compliance with industry standards for pressure vessels. This used unit shows signs of wear but remains functional for refurbishment, with applications in upstream oil and gas production, dehydration processes, and fuel gas heating.