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Alfa Laval’s nine decades of successful heat transfer development has resulted in unique knowledge for solving challenges and improving equipment performance. Whatever the issue, question or curiosity you may have about the world of plate heat exchangers, our experienced experts are here to help you
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Online heat exchanger training

Sign up for a self-driven course to learn more about the different types of plate heat exchanger technology available today. To make sure you get the most out of Alfa Laval’s expertise, all courses are free of charge. Start them whenever you like and go at your own pace.

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White paper: Navigating a changing refrigerants market

A massive change is currently underway in the refrigerants market. Driven by environmental concerns, legislation is pushing a gradual phase out of traditional refrigerants in favour of new alternatives with lower global warming potential (GWP). Download this white paper for a fundamental primer on selecting and accommodating alternative refrigerants for diverse heating and cooling applications.

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Industry-leading guidance from our experts

Unparalleled strength for demanding duties

Pressure Secure is about high mechanical strength, low pressure drop and very high pressure load. Learn more about PressureSecure from Mehrdad Mohammadian, senior design engineer at Alfa Laval.

IceSafe ensures reliable performance

How can you ensure both reliable performance and a long lasting heat exchanger? Listen to Fredrik Strömer, thermal specialist at Alfa Laval.

Refrigerants of tomorrow

Questions about the changes in today’s refrigerants market? Watch this short video about what type of refrigerant to select.

Energy efficiency

Discover advanced features for achieving sustainable, cost-effective energy efficiency in your heating and cooling applications.

AlfaNova: true stainless steel

Get the facts about AlfaNova – a 100% stainless steel heat exchanger built with our patented fusion bonding process

Simplicity for your business

Learn about the steps Alfa Laval has taken to make selecting a heat exchanger less complicated.

Five-point alignment secures a more reliable experience

In the quest to minimize potential downtime, Alfa Laval has developed features for improving heat exchanger reliability. Here, expert Torgny explains the five-point alignment system.

Expect improved serviceability

Features like ClipGrip™ that simplify maintenance help make sure you get the longest life and lowest cost of ownership from your equipment. Watch this video with expert Johan to learn more.

Achieve higher efficiency with CurveFlow™

In this video, Alfa Laval expert Martin explains how advanced features like the CurveFlow™ distribution area enables improved thermal efficiency.

U-turn – a module for ammonia applications

The module -- including a separator and plate heat exchanger ensures minimum pressure drop losses and maximum energy efficiency. Watch this 3 min video to learn more.

RefTight™ sealing system - an expert view

The unique Alfa Laval RefTight™ sealing system enables enhanced, long-term performance in applications with high pressures and temperatures on semi-welded plate heat exchangers.

High performance, low energy consumption with Alfa Laval TK20

The Alfa Laval TK20 semi-welded gasketed plate heat exchanger is optimized to deliver in performance and reliability for heating and cooling of aggressive media.

Refrigeration experts from Bort de Graaf have turned to Alfa Laval’s semi-welded technology

Learn why refrigeration experts Bort de Graaf have chosen Alfa Laval semi-welded technology for their CO2 cascade systems.

Efficient and reliable technology: that is what we do

Only Alfa Laval offers a full range of heat exchange technology for data centers with performance certification from the independent Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI). This gives you confident assurance of efficient performance, but ultimately, the equipment is just the beginning. Find out how we can work with you from day one to make sure your cooling system will deliver reliable, long-term sustainability.

Unique expertise to ensure dependable sustainability over time

Fouling can greatly reduce both the expected lifetime of your heat exchanger as well as its thermal performance. With Alfa Laval as your partner, you have access to the world-leading experts on chemistry and materials technology. They can work with you to identify the potential causes of fouling risks and develop custom strategies to help you prevent it.

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Our customers’ stories

With a history built on more than 90 years of thermal innovation, today Alfa Laval works with clients all over the world, in virtually any industry imaginable. But don’t take our word for it! Click here to read some of our customers’ stories and learn about the ways our advanced plate heat exchanger technologies help them secure more efficient, dependable and sustainable thermal performance.

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Heating and cooling FAQ

Here you will find a number of common questions along with answers from Alfa Laval’s experts. Don’t see your question? Contact us today to get a personal response from our experienced team.

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Consultant tools

Based on unique knowledge from decades of experience supplying thermal solutions, Alfa Laval has been able to create a number of resources that you can utilize to facilitate your day-to-day work. Click here to discover BIM files, 3D drawings and other resources to facilitate your day-to-day work.

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Meet our Expert: Diego Orsucci

Diego is the HVAC and Refrigeration Sales Manager, Key Accounts and OEMs for Alfa Laval. He has been working in the industry for sixteen years with Brazed and Fusion-Bonded Heat Exchanger Technology, providing solutions to various industries like Air Conditioning, Commercial Refrigeration, Heat Pumps, Boilers and Heating and Engines.

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