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Invented and developed in 1960 by Standard Oil Co. of California .

The first breech-lock was put into operation in 1966.

Rights of technology remain with Chevron Research Company of

California.

In 1982, ABB LUMMUS HEAT TRANSFER became a licensee for the

worldwide marketing of high pressure Breech-Lock heat exchangers.

Since 1982 IMB was ABB LHT licensee and contributed to the further
developement of the Breech-Lock internals design.

Over 600 Breech-Lock high pressure heat exchangers are in

operation worldwide. Approximately 300 have been manufactured by
IMB.

Finds applications in refinery units operating at high pressure and

temperature with hydrogen rich streams such as Hydrocrackers.

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APPLICATIONS
High Temperature/High Pressure Units:
Hydrocrackers / Hydrotreaters
Gas Compression
Ammonia Synthesis
Miscellaneous

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by curtesy of SHELL PERNIS

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MAIN FEATURES
Reliable High Pressure Performance
Sealing
Easy Dismantling/Reassembly for
Inspection
Avoidance of High Stressed Zones in
Pressure Parts
In Service Seating of Internal Gaskets

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Closure Features and Advantages

Hydrostatic Load Of Channel Cover Is Absorbed by the
Channel Forging
No Threaded Holes in Forging or in the Cladding
Tightening of Gasket by Relatively Small Bolts
Spiral Wound Gaskets are Used in the Girth Joints
Channel Cover is Relatively Thin and Light
Re-Tightening of Tubesheet Gasket During Operation
Possible.
Easy and Quick Maintenance
All Channel Parts can be Removed Without Cutting.

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HYDROTEST CONDITION

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PRIMARY LOADING CONDITION

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SECONDARY LOADING CONDITION

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LOADING CONDITION

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Assembling & Dismantling Jig

Unique, proprietary design
Self sustained on the equipment
Self alligning
Reduced maintenance time
One single jig is suitable for different
size item
Easy to store

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