One partner to service them all
Keep it running
Having a single partner who can service any brand and act as a one-stop shop for reconditioning makes it easier, safer, and often more cost-effective to maintain your heat exchangers. For example, while Alfa Laval produces a wide range of branded heat exchangers, we can also recondition any brand—including Kelvion, APV, Sondex, and more.
Kelvion®, APV®, and Sondex® are registered trademarks of their respective owners. Alfa Laval is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or authorized by the owners of these trademarks. References to these brands are solely for the purpose of identifying the types of equipment that Alfa Laval is capable of servicing.
What happens to your heat exchanger between service intervals?
Proactive maintenance addresses degradation, preserving performance, efficiency, safety, and reliability for gasketed plate heat exchangers.
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Gasket Wear Operational Outcome: Increased risk of external leakage, fluid mixing, and reduced seal performance. Solution: Precision-fit, OEM-spec gaskets for any manufacturer. |
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Fouling Operational Outcome: Reduced energy efficiency, increased pumping costs, lower process yield, and potential for flow blockage. Solution: Reconditioning and cleaning services to restore heat transfer performance across all brands. |
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Corrosion Operational Outcome: Plate thinning, pinhole leaks, potential cross-contamination, and catastrophic failure. Solution: Thermal imaging to detect thinning, plus OEM-standard replacement parts and reconditioning. |
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Leakage Operational Outcome: Process disruption, environmental hazards, safety risks, product loss, and system downtime. Solution: Non-invasive thermal diagnostics during live operation to detect leaks. |
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Plate Pack Condition Operational Outcome: Compromised sealing, reduced thermal performance, potential for flow maldistribution, and structural instability. Solution: Inspection of plate pack condition and bolt tightening to OEM standards. |
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Frame Condition Operational Outcome: Difficulty in opening/closing, reduced clamping force, potential safety hazards during maintenance, and shortened unit lifespan. Solution: Frame inspection, repair, and reconditioning to help maintain structural integrity and reliable operation. |
Why Staying Proactive Matters
Heat exchangers are at the heart of your operation. While issues can develop quietly between service intervals, you don’t have to wait for problems to appear before taking action. With proactive maintenance, you can:
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Maximize uptime and productivity Prevent unplanned production stops and keep your operations running smoothly. |
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Enhance safety and reliability Reduce the risk of sudden failures, protecting both your people and the environment. |
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Lower your total maintenance costs Avoid costly emergency repairs and benefit from planned, efficient service. |
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Extend equipment lifetime Consistent care helps your heat exchangers |
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Boost energy efficiency and sustainability Well-maintained equipment uses less energy, helping you save on costs and reduce your carbon footprint. |
Proactive maintenance, guided by Alfa Laval’s expert assessment, is the key to long-term performance and peace of mind.
See how much you can save in energy, cost, water, and carbon with our Value of Service Calculator.
Understanding the Visual Condition Assessment
Boost efficiency while reducing costs
Contaminants can build up in your plate heat exchanger (PHE), reducing thermal performance, increasing energy use, and raising the risk of unexpected failures and costly downtime. Our Visual Condition Assessment (VCA) provides a swift evaluation of your heat exchanger’s operational and thermal condition. By comparing current performance with the PHE’s original design, our experts deliver actionable recommendations to support informed maintenance decisions and ensure reliable equipment performance.
How it works
Using thermal cameras and digital tools, we assess the mechanical and thermal integrity of your PHE while it is in operation. By combining current findings with our expertise in Alfa Laval PHE design, we provide prioritized recommendations based on urgency in a comprehensive service report. The assessment helps you make informed maintenance decisions and keep your PHE performing optimally.
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What other clients are saying
“I couldn’t have asked for a better experience with the service provided today. I started knowing little to nothing about the equipment, but by the end of the service, I had gained so much knowledge that I can now confidently explain to others how the equipment operates, how to service it, and what to look for when inspecting the unit. The Alfa Laval technician is truly passionate about their work and demonstrated exceptional knowledge throughout the service.”
Boura Rath, Predictive Maintenance Engineer
ArcaContinental Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages, Houston
“Thank you so much for evaluating our many Alfa Laval heat exchangers. The eye-opening knowledge, practical advice, and insights you shared made for a truly powerful learning experience. We greatly appreciate your expertise and support!”
Ivan Chan, Reliability Engineer
Freeport-McMoRan
Want to get more from your PHEs?
Download our Maintenance Manager Handbook to learn how preventive maintenance and proper servicing can optimize performance, reduce downtime, lower energy costs, and extend the lifespan of your plate heat exchangers.