Brazed Plate Heat Exchangers Make Sensible Replacements for Shell & Tube Systems

(York, PA) -- 12/23/98 -- GEA FlatPlate brazed plate heat exchangers offer HVAC contractors a replacement option that delivers improved performance over traditional shell and tube heat exchangers in refrigeration applications. GEA FlatPlate brazed plate units are compact in size, up to 60% smaller than traditional shell and tube systems, and they transfer heat 20% to 80% better because of their improved thermal conductivity. The patented plate design creates fluid turbulence, maximizing the heated liquid's contact with the system's surfaces to provide greater heat dissipation with reduced fouling. GEA FlatPlate units are up to 70% lighter than equivalent shell and tube heat exchangers for the same performance and design conditions, reducing shipping and final installation costs. The compact size of GEA FlatPlate's brazed plate heat exchangers makes them easily transportable to job sites, allows mounting in tight locations, and permits easy connection for fast installation. In many applications, the original shell and tube system can be left in place saving time and cost for removal. Their unique fluid flow characteristics require low maintenance, and periodic cleaning is quicker than comparable shell and tube systems. GEA FlatPlate systems cost up to 50% less than other types of comparable heat exchangers, and the low-volume design of GEA FlatPlate circuitry means fewer pounds of refrigerant are needed for charging. Sizes range from one-half to 140 tons, and the units can be used with chillers, condensers, heat pumps and subcoolers. GEA FlatPlate maintains a complete inventory for standard applications with same day/next day shipping, and they offer an informative brochure detailing how to make the changeover from shell and tube to brazed plate heat exchangers.

GEA FlatPlate
100 GEA Drive
York, PA 17402
717-268-6200