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How gasketed plate heat exchangers work

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In a gasketed plate heat exchanger, the plates are fitted with elastomeric gaskets which seal the channels and direct the fluids into alternate channels. The plate pack is assembled between a frame plate and a pressure plate, and compressed by tightening bolts fitted between these plates. The channel plates and the pressure plate are suspended from an upper carrying bar and located by a lower guiding bar, both of which are fixed to the support column. The physical design of the gasketed plate heat exchanger allows easy cleaning and modification of capacity by the addition or removal of plates.   ·          Liquid/Liquid GPHE   ·          Steam heater GPHE   ·          Liquid/Liquid 2-pass GPHE     Liquid/Liquid GPHE This animation above shows the working principle of an Alfa Laval liquid/liquid 1-pass gasketed plate-and-frame heat exchanger where the fluids run counter-currently through the heat exchanger. The hot liquid (illustrated in red) normally enters through one of

Hygienic heat exchangers- versatile and efficient

The Alfa Laval FrontLine and Alfa Laval BaseLine gasketed plate heat exchangers minimize the total cost of ownership and maximize profitability. These hygienic heat exchangers feature a versatile design while offering high heat transfer efficiency, delivering superior value to owners and operators across a broad range of hygienic industries from food to personal care. High efficiency and versatile design make the Alfa Laval FrontLine and BaseLine gasketed plateheat exchanger  (GPHEs) solid choices for a wide range of hygienic heat transfer applications. The premium Alfa Laval FrontLine range is the clear choice for demanding hygienic applications, for applications that require gentle product handling, and for heat-sensitive media or media containing particles and fibers. The Alfa Laval BaseLine range is a competitive heat exchanger for less demanding hygienic processes and utility applications.   Engineered for hygiene, versatility and efficiency The plate-and-frame constructi