Welcome to HTRI! Whether you're just getting started or looking to expand your expertise, HTRI provides the tools, data, and support to help you design, optimize, and troubleshoot heat exchanger systems with confidence. To help you get the most out of Xchanger Suite® software—and to shorten your learning curve—we've compiled the following step-by-step guide.
Step 1: Create an account
Success with HTRI begins with creating an account on our website. With an HTRI account, you gain access to a wide range of resources designed to help you grow your skills.
Step 2: Explore the basics
Review our quick-start guides, video tutorials, and knowledge-base articles to familiarize yourself with the core features of Xchanger Suite.
Not sure where to begin? The following pre-recorded webinars—developed and presented by our experienced staff—offer foundational introductions to the software and will equip you with the knowledge you need to run your first case!
- Getting Started: Building Your First Case in Xist
- Getting Started: Building Your First Case in Xace
- Getting Started: Building Your First Case in Xvib
- Getting Started: Specifying Fluid Properties in Xchanger Suite
Using another HTRI program? See the full list of Getting Started webinars here.
Step 3: Attend live training
Nothing compares to hands-on instruction from HTRI experts. Each year, HTRI hosts multiple training sessions—ranging from introductory workshops to advanced courses—designed to give you a solid foundation in Xchanger Suite and best-practice methodologies.
These events provide
- direct interaction with HTRI engineers who can answer your specific questions
- guided, step-by-step exercises that walk you through the entire workflow, from data import to final performance reporting
- networking opportunities with peers from industry
Ready to get started? All upcoming training is listed on our Upcoming Events page. Simply select the training that fits your schedule and click Register. We look forward to helping you unlock the full potential of HTRI's heat transfer solutions!
Don't see a training event that works with your busy schedule? We also offer onsite training, designed to ensure your entire team gains the essential knowledge needed to achieve your goals. If you are interested in arranging onsite training for your team, fill out a Training Request and we will contact you with next steps.
Step 4: Explore the HTRI website
We have included a wide range of resources designed to support your learning and professional growth. To help you get started, here are some of the key resources that you can explore.
- Webinars — Free, hour long sessions led by experienced HTRI staff that address specific heat transfer topics. More than 100 recorded webinars are available for on-demand viewing.
- Tutorials — Brief, relevant insights into software functionality—ideal for first-time users learning to navigate Xchanger Suite
- Proprietary Contracts — Expert consulting, testing, and custom solution services that apply advanced analytical tools to help you solve complex heat transfer challenges.
- Technical Plans — Annual plans that outline HTRI's new and ongoing research and engineering initiatives.
- Tech Support — Member exclusive technical assistance for software or website questions. Submit a technical inquiry and receive a response within three business days.
- Upcoming Events — A comprehensive list of upcoming trainings, conferences, and webinars.
- TechTips — Practical solutions and workarounds for common technical challenges in Xchanger Suite
- Known Issues — Documentation of software related issues tied to specific released versions.
- Design Manual — A detailed reference for the calculation methods used in HTRI software, complete with design recommendations and practical guidance.
- Research Reports — In-depth documentation of ongoing research conducted at our Research & Technology Center, predictive methods from our own measurements as well as open literature, and results of comprehensive numerical simulations.
*Note that access to some resources may be limited based on the level of membership chosen by your company.
Step 5: Get involved
HTRI values your feedback! As a member, you have several opportunities to be heard within the consortium and provide input to our research endeavors and product development. Consider joining one of our Communication Committees (CC) and attending the annual Global Conference to share valuable insights with peers, engage in meaningful discussions, and interact directly with HTRI staff.