Low cost modular diffusion bonded heat exchanger

Comprex, LLC received a $180,506 Project Grant award from the Department of Energy's Office of Science (CFDA 81.049) on July 8, 2025, with a completion date of July 7, 2026. The award supports the development of a low-cost, modular diffusion-bonded heat exchanger designed for advanced energy applications, particularly nuclear energy systems. This project represents part of the Office of Science's broader investment in fundamental energy research and technology development conducted across the nation's research institutions and private sector innovators.

As a minority-owned, small disadvantaged business, Comprex, LLC will leverage its specialized expertise in high-temperature and high-pressure heat exchange equipment to deliver innovative heat exchanger technology through this grant. The award is one of two concurrent Office of Science grants totaling $355,572 to the company, with this specific project focused on creating cost-effective, modular heat exchanger solutions that advance the nation's energy technology capabilities. The project aligns with the Office of Science's mission to support hypothesis-driven research aimed at developing technologies with applications to energy challenges and national priorities.