Hydraulic Bundle Extractor Built for
Zero-Downtime Heat Exchanger Turnarounds

It's a hydraulic machine built specifically to pull tube bundles out of heat exchanger shells. A high-torque drive connected to a heavy-duty gear reducer generates controlled pulling force — anywhere from 25 tons on the compact end to over 150 tons on the heavy-duty side.

The machine grips the bundle header with adjustable clamps, then applies smooth, steady force to slide the bundle out. No crane needed for the pull itself. BOSHIYA models come with load-sensing gauges, reinforced frames for structural integrity, and vibration dampening that keeps things stable when you're pulling hard. Pretty straightforward concept, honestly — but the engineering behind making it reliable at 100+ tons? That's where the real work is.

Depends entirely on where you're using it. Diesel gives you total operational freedom — no power hookup needed, drop it anywhere on site. The engine provides continuous high-torque output through a hydraulic system to a multi-speed gearbox. Great for outdoor turnarounds and remote locations.

Electric runs clean: zero local emissions, almost no noise, no fuel leak risk. If you're working in enclosed spaces, gas-monitored zones, or facilities with strict environmental rules, electric is really the only option. PLC-based control on the electric models also gives you tighter repeatability. Both types cover 25 to 150+ tons of pulling force, so performance isn't the differentiator — site conditions are.

Rough range: $50K for a compact 25-ton unit, up to $500K+ for a fully customized 150-ton setup. What moves the price? Pulling force and gearbox complexity, chassis type (truck-mounted vs. self-propelled), certifications you need (CE is standard, ATEX costs more), and how much customization is involved — extended stroke, special lifting frames, telemetry packages.

Also factor in commissioning, training, and spare parts. As a direct factory, BOSHIYA usually comes in 30–40% below what European OEMs quote for comparable machines. We're not going to pretend we're the cheapest option on earth, but the value-for-spec equation is hard to beat.

General sizing goes like this: bundles under 25,000 kg — a 25 to 45 ton extractor will do the job. Between 25,000 and 60,000 kg, you're in the 45 to 80 ton range. Over 60,000 kg — 80 to 150 ton territory, and at that point you're talking about a serious piece of equipment.

But — and this trips people up constantly — fouled or corrosion-stuck bundles need way more force than their dead weight alone would suggest. Sulfide deposits, thermal cycling, years of operating without a pull... the bundle essentially welds itself to the shell. We always push clients to go 25–50% above calculated weight. Costs a bit more up front, saves a nightmare mid-turnaround. Send us your exchanger datasheet and fouling history if you want — our engineers do a free pulling force assessment. Takes about a day.

Short answer: yes. We get asked this constantly. BOSHIYA machines match Peinemann's dimensional specs — same force range, equivalent bundle length capacity up to 15,000 mm, similar control layouts. Scroll up to the Brazil case study for a real-world example. Three Peinemann replacements, zero procedure changes.

CE on every unit. ISO 9001:2015 across the board. ATEX available if you need it for explosive zones. Diesel engines meet EU emission standards, electrics meet IEC. All the paperwork — test reports, material certs, load test records — ships in the crate with the machine. We don't play the "certificate available on request" game.

Your 45T, 60T, 80T bread-and-butter models? 45 to 60 days from order confirmation, usually. Custom builds — weird force ratings, extended stroke, ATEX spec — more like 75 to 120 days. We stock key components (cylinders, gearboxes, control systems) to shave time where we can. Rush jobs for urgent turnarounds? Possible, but costs a premium.

We run regional spare parts hubs in Dubai, Singapore, and São Paulo. Critical parts ship within 48 hours to major industrial regions. On top of that: 24/7 remote technical support via telemetry, on-site commissioning and operator training, scheduled preventive maintenance programs, and annual equipment health checks. Every machine ships with a spare parts kit covering the first 2,000 operating hours. We're not going to pretend our service network is as large as someone like Peinemann's — they've had a 25-year head start. But for the regions where our clients actually operate, coverage is solid and response times are fast.