Making the switch from traditional shell-and-tube heat exchangers to plate heat exchangers can sometimes be a hard decision. Even with dozens of years' evidence of proven reliability, many companies are still reluctant to transition away from a technology that has worked well for decades. Here are 10 tips that can help you become more familiar with this technology and its potential for your application. While plate heat exchangers may seem like a relatively new technology to some, they actually have been in use for more than 70 years. The first plate heat exchangers were developed for use in the food industry, where their ability to be opened and fully cleaned has been essential to maintaining sanitary conditions. Companies in the process industries as well as power and marine applications are beginning to transition to plate heat exchangers after discovering their three key features: versatile design, ease of maintenance and small footprint.
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