A heat exchange unit is composed of rectangular heat transfer panels with
terraced flat portions, combined in parallel and integrally with each
other to form first and second spaces. Outer and inner reinforcement
members having respective serrations are welded to the panels so that the
serrations are inserted into gaps between the heat transfer panels. The
outer and inner reinforcement members are made of the same material as
the heat transfer panels and have a larger thickness than the heat
transfer panel, so as to bear high heat input given during the welding.
The heat input caused by welding can be increased to enable portions of
the heat transfer panels to be melted rapidly.