Project Details

Services Used

Mechanical Design, CAD Design & 3D Modeling, 3D Rendering & Simulation, Manufacturing Process Consulting, Product Development Consulting, Product Support & Manufacturing Documentation

Overview

Integrated melt pump and heat exchanger that was developed for a specialty chemical process requiring highly precise flow (<1% variation) and temperature control (<1% variation) from vessel to extrusion die. Designed to fit within a compact footprint, the system ensured consistent product quality within tight process tolerances. The final assembly optimized flow characteristics and allowed for routine maintenance without compromising performance.

Process

• Implemented custom piping arrangement for melt pump and heat exchanger in perpendicular fashion
• Produced custom support for melt pump drive system above heat exchanger, incorporating hot oil barrier fluid system
• Modeled full system assembly from sub vendor drawings and site measurements
• Engaged with client to shape project direction and improve system output
• Created 30+ production drawings and documents including:
  • Bill of Materials (BOMs) for accurate part sourcing and inventory management
  • Assembly instructions & exploded views for manuals and maintenance guides
  • Technical documentation & fabrication-ready drawings (including GD&T for precision machining) to support vendors and manufacturers

Design Tools

Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD