Formaldehyde is one of the most widely used industrial chemicals in the world. Its low cost, high purity, and versatility make it a critical building block for resins, plastics, coatings, adhesives, and specialty chemicals. From construction materials to automotive components and engineered wood products, formaldehyde-derived resins are essential to global manufacturing.
Harris Thermal partners with industry leaders in formaldehyde and resin production, supplying custom-engineered ASME-code equipment designed to meet the demanding requirements of high-volume chemical processing. Our long-standing reputation for excellent service and superior fabrication has made us a trusted supplier to this industry.
Our Equipment for Formaldehyde and Resin Production
Thermal and Process Systems
- Formaldehyde Converters / Reactors – Custom-built reactors and converter vessels designed for consistent chemical conversion and long service life.
- Heat Exchangers & Condensers – For efficient cooling, condensation, and energy recovery in formaldehyde and resin systems.
- Evaporators – Including falling film designs for concentrating formaldehyde solutions or by-products.
Environmental and Recovery Systems
- Scrubber Vessels – For controlling emissions and capturing process off-gas.
- Absorber Columns – For purification and recovery of formaldehyde vapors.
- Crystallizers – Applied in downstream chemical recovery and waste minimization.
Storage and Ancillary Equipment
- ASME-Certified Pressure Vessels – Built for corrosive chemical environments and high-spec duty.
- Mixing & Storage Tanks – For feedstocks, intermediate streams, and final resin products.
- Balance-of-Plant Equipment – Auxiliary vessels, exchangers, and piping systems to integrate with EPC-supplied process designs.
Materials and Fabrication Expertise
- Expertise in stainless steel, duplex stainless, carbon steel, and high-nickel alloys for corrosive chemical service.
- ASME Section VIII, Div. 1 certified pressure vessels.
- TEMA-compliant heat exchanger designs.
- Capability to fabricate large-scale, high-spec equipment for continuous resin and chemical production.
Why Harris Thermal?
- Trusted by Industry Leaders – Supplying equipment to some of the largest formaldehyde and resin producers in North America.
- Custom-Engineered Solutions – Designed to meet specific process requirements, not one-size-fits-all.
- Proven Quality & Service – Longstanding reputation for reliability, precision, and customer support.
- Versatile Capabilities – Equipment fabricated for resin, plastics, coatings, adhesives, and chemical intermediates.
- Global Reach – Supporting EPCs and OEMs with large-scale export projects.
Trusted Partner in Formaldehyde and Resin Production
Harris Thermal delivers the engineered equipment that enables formaldehyde and resin producers to scale production safely, efficiently, and reliably. From converters and reactors to heat exchangers, absorbers, scrubbers, and crystallizers, we provide the process equipment that keeps this industry moving.
Ready to Discuss Your Next Project?
Contact Harris Thermal today to learn how our formaldehyde converters, heat exchangers, and custom pressure vessels can support your production goals. Whether you are expanding existing resin capacity or designing a new facility, Harris Thermal provides the performance, quality, and reliability your operation demands.
