GEA Plate Heat Exchanger Plates

Product Description

GEA Heat Exchanger Plates

GEA VT04/VT10/VT20/VT40/VT80/VT405/VT2508 Relplacement Plate Heat Exchanger Plates

Plate heat exchangers (PHE) are commonly chosen for food and beverage processing due to several reasons:

Efficient Heat Transfer: Plate heat exchangers offer high heat transfer efficiency, allowing for rapid heating or cooling of food products, which is crucial in food processing.

Hygienic Design: PHEs have a compact and sanitary design with smooth surfaces, making them easy to clean and sanitize, ensuring food safety and meeting strict hygiene standards.

Flexibility: Plate heat exchangers can handle a wide range of food products with varying viscosities, temperatures, and particulate sizes, making them versatile for different processing needs.

Compact Size: PHEs have a compact footprint compared to other heat exchanger types, saving space in food processing plants where space efficiency is important.

Temperature Control: Plate heat exchangers provide precise temperature control, allowing for accurate processing and preservation of food products without compromising quality.

Energy Efficiency: PHEs help optimize energy usage in food processing by efficiently transferring heat, reducing energy costs and environmental impact.

Overall, the efficient heat transfer, hygienic

Applacations

Heat exchanger plate Choose:

• The choice of plate types and corrugation patterns for heat exchangers plate should be based on the specific heat transfer conditions and requirements. In situations where there is a large flow rate and a small allowable pressure drop, plates with low resistance should be selected. The selection of removable or brazed plate heat exchangers should be determined based on the pressure and temperature conditions of the heat transfer medium.
• For equipment with a large heat transfer area, it is not advisable to choose plates with excessively small individual plate areas. This is because having too many plates may result in low flow velocity between the plates, leading to a decrease in the overall heat transfer coefficient.

Production Process:

The production of stainless steel plates for plate heat exchangers involves several precise steps to ensure high-quality performance and longevity.

• Cutting and Leveling: Stainless steel plates are accurately cut using advanced machine tools to meet the specific design requirements. After cutting, a leveling treatment is applied to ensure a smooth and even surface. This step is crucial for maintaining efficient heat transfer capabilities.
• Stamping: The flattened plates undergo a meticulous stamping process using hydraulic presses. This process creates unique herringbone patterns on the plates, which significantly increase turbulence inside the heat exchanger. The controlled turbulence promotes optimal heat transfer by maximizing fluid contact with the plate surfaces. Special attention is given to maintaining precise control during stamping to prevent plate deformation or damage.
• Surface Treatment: To enhance corrosion resistance and optimize heat transfer performance, the plates undergo surface treatments such as polishing, sandblasting, or coating. The specific treatment method is selected based on the desired requirements and operating conditions. These treatments improve the plates' resistance to corrosion, fouling, and scaling, ensuring long-term efficiency and reliability.

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