GEA PHE Systems Gasketed Plate Heat Exchangers

The GEA EcoFlex Concitherm heat exchanger is an efficient plate heat exchanger that is used as an evaporator. Optimized plate design enables wide flow gaps with few contact points, even with 3 m² plates per laser-welded cassette. Low pressure losses, in the heat exchanger, avoid an intermediate pump, which reduces installation and operational costs. In comparison to conventional tube evaporators, GEA EcoFlex Concitherm offers an almost 100% higher heat transfer rate. Concitherm plate evaporators can serve as boosters to conventional evaporators as well as stand-alone applications within the sugar, food, and chemical industries.

The GEA EcoFlex Free Flow heat exchanger systems are suitable for products containing solids, crystals, fibers, pulp, and highly viscous media. A coarse-waved corrugation, especially developed for these medias, means that the plates are not susceptible to soiling. Wide flow channels with no contact points prevent blockages. For special applications, both wide and narrow flow gaps can be combined in a GEA EcoFlex Free Flow gasketed plate heat exchanger system.

The GEA EcoFlex GG Series heat exchanger is free from non-ferrous metals for heating drinking water. This series elegantly combines the numerous advantages of our gasketed and brazed plate heat exchangers. A special gasket, combined with stainless steel plates and a revolutionary frame design, form the basis for a low-cost, food-safe heat exchanger.

Critical media limit the usage of plate heat exchangers fitted with conventional gaskets. GEA Ecoflex can offer a technological alternative: the GEA EcoFlex LWC plate heat exchanger is made of laser-welded cassettes. These cassettes are fitted with gaskets only in the flow opening area. The special gaskets are resistant to the most aggressive media. The successful OptiWave design of the NT Series is also used for LWC and guarantees efficient heat transfer.

The GEA EcoFlex NA Series gasketed plate heat exchanger is independently certified as part of the AHRI400 program, by the Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI). Independent certification provides peace of mind. The NA series performs well for a broad range of flows and temperatures in HVAC applications.

The GEA EcoFlex NC Series gasketed plate heat exchanger is independently certified as part of the AHRI400 certification program, by the Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI). This product uses clean, low-viscosity media in high-pressure HVAC applications, and where close approach temperature (1°F) is desired.

The GEA EcoFlex NT Series (‘NT’ stands for New Technology) sets new economic standards with low investment, operation, and maintenance costs. The GEA NT gasket plate heat exchanger design is cutting-edge technology for all applications to ensure maximum heat transfer. The optimized OptiWave plate design requires less heat transfer surface for the same performance. The new EcoLoc gaskets and installation methods simplify maintenance and ensure a perfect fit of the gasket and plate packs. A wide range of possible sizes and shapes optimizes a design to suit the exact operating requirements. The GEA EcoFlex NT Series gasketed plate heat exchangers can be adapted for special process needs by using special materials.

The GEA EcoFlex NX heat exchanger series represents the latest step forward for clean, low viscosity media, in elevated pressure applications. It delivers temperatures down to 1°F, with fewer plates and a single pass design. It is used primarily in HVAC applications and performs well in other applications with the same conditions: HVAC, Chemical, Power, Sugar, Renewable Energy, and Food.

Many different plate types of the GEA EcoFlex Varitherm heat transfer series enable the optimization of almost every process application, where fiber-free liquids loaded with small particles are involved. GEA EcoFlex Varitherm heat exchanger has also established itself as a highly efficient condenser throughout the world. As with all gasketed plate heat exchangers from GEA Ecoflex, the Varitherm VT keeps the investment and maintenance costs low. It can be supplied in various combinations of materials and sizes.

The corrugated plates in the GEA PHE Systems gasketed plate heat exchangers are fitted with gaskets that seal the channels and direct the fluids into alternate channels. The perfectly aligned plate pack is assembled between a frame plate and a pressure plate and compressed by tightening bolts fitted between these different 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 plate and frame heat exchanger allows easy in-line cleaning and capacity modification by adding or removing plates.

Tailormade solutions with maximum heat transfer!

The cutting-edge technology of the GEA NT gasketed plate heat exchanger series provides efficient heat transfer in compact equipment with a small footprint – much smaller and more efficient than shell-and-tube heat exchangers.

Thanks to the optimized plate design of the GEA NT Series, you can achieve your goals with less heat transfer surface area and, therefore, save on investment costs. Together with the flexible and universal plate range, the GEA NT Series can now be configured even more precisely and flexibly to your objectives and field of application. The wide range of heat transfer products is used in duties for heating and cooling, heat recovery, evaporation, and condensation in industries such as HVAC, refrigeration, engine cooling, dairy and food, chemical processing, oil production, power generation, and more.

Cutting-edge Technology for All Applications

Separator Spares & Equipment provided a premium range of GEA PHE Systems gasketed plate heat exchanger spare parts. We are your best solution if you want to upgrade your current GEA PHE Systems plate heat exchanger plates, complete plate pack, or replace your heat exchanger gaskets. Request a quote!

When gasketed plate heat exchangers start to leak, the gaskets start to get hard or fall off, and it is time to think about changing your gaskets. Our supplied heat exchanger gaskets provide an efficient solution and ensure the optimal performance of your gasket plate heat exchangers.

Regular maintenance of your GEA PHE Systems gasketed plate heat exchangers will improve performance and reliability. Gasket kits from Separator Spares & Equipment will make your scheduled maintenance easier, saving you time and lowering operating costs.

Separator Spares & Equipment provides a range of services for GEA PHE Systems gasketed plate heat exchangers, from preventive maintenance and troubleshooting to upgrades. We have you covered!

Did your plate and frame heat exchangers lose performance or need other equipment?

Don’t hesitate to contact us if you have a poorly functioning heat exchanger. Separator Spares & Equipment has years of experience servicing these devices and will be happy to provide helpful troubleshooting tips or even parts if necessary. Through spare parts and service, we can help ensure your heat exchanger delivers maximum heat transfer. To learn more about our gasketed plate and frame heat exchanger services, please visit our Gasketed Plate Heat Exchanger Services webpage. Request a quote!

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Please visit our GEA PHE Systems Brazed Plate Heat Exchangers webpage to learn more about GEA EcoBraze brazed heat exchanger models.