Gasketed Plate
ALFA LAVAL BASELINE GASKETED PLATE HEAT EXCHANGERS
Harco offers Alfa Laval BaseLine Gasketed Plate Heat Exchangers as part of Alfa Laval’s new Hygienic Line portfolio, a competitive range of gasketed plate-and-frame heat exchangers used in dairy, food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and other hygienic and utility applications requiring thermally efficient performance.
Designed for modern sanitary processing, this premium Alfa Laval BaseLine range of heat exchangers optimizes both hygiene and energy efficiency through innovative design elements that improve cleanability and reduce fouling. A wide selection of plate and gasket types is available to suit various process needs. In addition, features such as SmoothPort™ help prevent buildup, EquiFlow™ supports uniform heat treatment, and CleanChannel™ enhances cleaning efficiency.
Optimization of Duties
Available in four sizes (Base 3, 6, 10, and 11), Alfa Laval BaseLine plate-and-frame heat exchangers operate with multiple plate types to ensure optimal performance for dairy, food, and beverage applications.
Plate Types for Different Hygienic Needs
Two plate types are available for Alfa Laval BaseLine gasketed plate heat exchangers:
- Chevron plate pattern ensures strong product distribution and high thermal efficiency for food, dairy, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries
- Gemini double-wall plates provide a fully mix-proof design by preventing cross-contamination between fluids in case of leakage
The chocolate pattern distribution area ensures even fluid distribution across the entire plate, helping to prevent stagnant zones and reduce fouling.
Overall, Alfa Laval BaseLine gasketed plate heat exchangers from Harco provide flexible, hygienic, and energy-efficient heat transfer solutions, supporting reliable performance and optimized processing across a wide range of sanitary applications.
