American Wheatley HVAC Products
At Process & Power, we proudly supply American Wheatley, a trusted manufacturer of high-quality hydronic accessories and HVAC equipment. With decades of experience, American Wheatley is known for engineering durable, efficient solutions that support commercial, institutional, and industrial HVAC systems. Their products are designed to improve system performance, extend equipment life, and simplify maintenance.
Product Highlights
Hydronic Accessories – Including expansion tanks, air separators, and suction diffusers for system efficiency.
Heat Exchangers – Shell & tube and plate & frame designs for heating and cooling applications.
HVAC Specialties – Strainers, triple duty valves, and custom-fabricated components.
Custom Packaged Systems – Pre-engineered and skid-mounted HVAC solutions for turnkey installation.
Replacement Parts & Components – OEM-quality accessories to maintain performance and reliability.
Why Choose American Wheatley?
Proven expertise in hydronic and HVAC system support equipment
Wide product portfolio serving commercial and industrial facilities
Engineered for long-term reliability and system efficiency
Contact Process & Power for American Wheatley HVAC Products
Located at: 1721 Corporate Avenue • Memphis, TN 38132
Call us at: (901) 362-5500
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American Wheatley HVAC Products FAQ
What American Wheatley products are featured?
The page includes expansion tanks, air separators, suction diffusers, strainers, valves, and heat exchangers for hydronic and HVAC systems.
What is a suction diffuser used for?
It combines an inlet flow arrangement with features that depend on the model, such as straining. Check the installation and pressure-loss requirements for the pump.
What is a triple-duty valve?
It combines functions typically associated with shutoff, check, and balancing service. Verify the particular model's functions and operating limits.
Can an expansion tank be sized from pipe diameter alone?
No. System fluid volume, temperature range, fill pressure, and maximum permitted pressure are important. The selected tank type also affects sizing.
What should be provided for a heat-exchanger quote?
Include fluid types and concentrations, flow on both sides, inlet and outlet temperatures, pressures, and allowable pressure drops.
Can an accessory fix an incorrectly sized pump?
It should not be assumed to. Review the pump curve, system resistance, and control strategy before using added components to address a performance problem.
Why is air removal important in a hydronic system?
Entrained air can contribute to noise, circulation problems, and poor heat transfer. Review separator placement, venting, and system pressure when air problems persist.
What does an expansion tank do?
It accommodates changes in liquid volume as temperature changes. Correct sizing and setup help the closed system manage pressure over its operating range.
Why is system pressure rising or falling unexpectedly?
Leaks, temperature changes, expansion-tank problems, or fill-control issues may contribute. Record cold and operating pressures and investigate recurring changes.
What can cause gurgling or air noise?
Air entry, inadequate venting, or unsuitable pressure conditions can contribute. Repeated air problems deserve a system review rather than repeated bleeding alone.
Why does glycol concentration matter?
Glycol changes fluid properties, heat transfer, and pumping requirements. Supply the actual mixture and temperature range when sizing pumps, tanks, and heat exchangers.
What should hydronic maintenance include?
Inspect tanks, vents, strainers, valves, connections, and fluid condition according to their instructions. Track pressure and temperature trends as well as visible leakage.
Can existing components support a building expansion?
Recalculate volume, flow, heat load, and pressure requirements. Expansion tanks, separators, piping accessories, and heat exchangers may all need review.
When should a hydronic component be replaced?
Assess leakage, corrosion, mechanical condition, and ability to meet the required duty. Repair is appropriate only when the component's function and ratings can be restored.
How can I get local support for American Wheatley HVAC Products?
Contact Process & Power at (901) 362-5500 with your location, equipment identification, and application or service concern. The team can review selection, parts, and service options for your needs.
What should I send when requesting a quote?
Include the required duty, fluid or process details, operating conditions, utilities, and installation dimensions. For existing equipment, add nameplate photos, model and serial numbers, and a description of the problem or planned change.