What are typical applications of FNV heat exchangers?

FNV heat exchangers—typically referring to finned, non-vented (or forced-air) heat exchangers with a compact, high-efficiency core—are widely used where robust thermal performance, compact footprint, and reliable operation are required. Their typical applications include the following sectors:

1. Power Generation & Energy Systems

• Engine jacket water cooling for gas and diesel generator sets

• Lube oil and fuel oil cooling in power plants

• Auxiliary cooling loops in CHP and trigeneration systems

• Fuel cell balance-of-plant cooling, including air and liquid thermal management

2. Industrial Process Cooling

Hydraulic oil cooling in presses, injection molding machines, and rolling mills

• Process fluid cooling in chemical, petrochemical, and pharmaceutical plants

• Cooling of compressors and blowers, including inter- and after-cooler circuits

3. HVAC & Building Services

• Dry coolers and fluid coolers for commercial and industrial HVAC systems

• Free cooling systems using glycol or water loops

• Heat rejection for chillers and heat pumps

4. Renewable Energy & Environmental Engineering

• Biogas and biomass power plants (engine and auxiliary cooling)

• Waste heat recovery systems (air-to-liquid or liquid-to-liquid configurations)

• District heating and cooling substations

5. Data Centers & Electronics Cooling

• Liquid cooling loops for data centers (rear-door heat exchangers, CDU support)

• Power electronics and inverter cooling

• Battery energy storage system (BESS) thermal management

6. Marine, Offshore & Heavy-Duty Equipment

• Cooling systems for marine engines and gensets

• Offshore platforms (corrosion-resistant designs for harsh environments)

• Construction and mining equipment cooling packages

7. Transportation & Mobile Applications

• Rail traction cooling systems

• Heavy-duty vehicle cooling modules

• Special-purpose mobile power units

Key Reasons FNV Heat Exchangers Are Chosen

• High heat transfer efficiency due to extended fin surface

• Compact and modular design

• Compatibility with water, glycol, oil, and specialized process fluids

• Customizable materials (aluminum, copper, stainless steel) and coatings for corrosive or outdoor environments