TEMA (Tubular Exchangers Manufacturers Association)

TEMA (Tubular Exchangers Manufacturers Association) is an industry organization that develops and maintains standards for the design, manufacturing, and operation of shell and tube heat exchangers. These heat exchangers are devices used in industries like oil refining, chemical processing, and power generation to transfer heat between two fluids efficiently. TEMA provides guidelines to ensure safety, reliability, and performance consistency across manufacturers and users worldwide. By establishing widely accepted design principles and classifications, TEMA helps improve the efficiency and longevity of heat exchangers while streamlining industry practices.