Gasketed-plate heat exchanger
-40 ... 204 °C, 31 bar
APV
The first commercially successful plate and frame heat exchanger was introduced in 1923 by Aluminum Plant and Vessel Company Ltd., which became known as APV. We have evolved and grown over the years to better meet the changing needs of our customers and their industries. Our vision for the future is rooted in a long standing tradition of excellence and commitment to progress. We strive to offer the customer the highest quality products and services today, tomorrow and beyond.
Advantages of gasketed plate vs. tubular heat exchangers:
High Heat Transfer
Film coefficients three to five-times greater
Efficient operation with up to 95% heat recovery or regeneration
Low liquid hold-up enables faster reaction times to change in process
Fluids flow counter-current to each other between the parallel passages in each pass
Economical and Compact
Reduces floor space by up to 90%, weighs less and delivers higher performance
Lower hold-up volume minimizes the amount of product required for flooding, reduces usage of high cost service fluids and improves thermal reaction times
Reduced capital costs and installation expenses
High energy recovery reduces energy costs
Cleanability
Efficient design of heat transfer area reduces fouling caused by debris and dirt
Simplified cleaning and plate accessibility
Designed for use of effective CIP, removing chemical films or scaling deposits
Accessibility
Full access to both sides of the heat-transfer surface for inspection, maintenance, and cleaning
Access is readily accomplished within the installed space of the unit
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