ACCU-THERM® PLATE HEAT EXCHANGERS
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Heat Transfer That Exceeds Expectations ACCU-THERM® PLATE HEAT EXCHANGERS

Performance Guaranteed Heating and cooling processes can be difficult tasks that require time and money. Whether you are looking to conserve energy, save floor space, or make your operation more efficient, Mueller Accu-Therm® has helped improve operations in a number of different industries. Paul Mueller Company’s Accu-Therm plate heat exchangers are designed to provide you worry-free, highly efficient heat transfer performance - whether you are processing simple fluids, viscous solutions, or particulates. Every Mueller Accu-Therm unit receives rigorous quality inspections for leaks and...

TABLE OF CONTENTS Performance Guaranteed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Heat Exchange Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Plate Patterns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Gaskets and Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Types of Plate Heat...

How Does Mueller Accu-Therm® Work? An Accu-Therm Plate Heat Exchanger (PHE) consists of a series of embossed heat transfer plates with gaskets around the perimeter of every plate to contain pressure and control the flow of each medium. They can be designed for multiple fluids or thermal requirements in a single frame. Gasketed plates are assembled in a pack, mounted on upper and lower guide rails, and compressed between two end-frames with compression bolts. 1. Fluids enter the PHE through end-frame connections and are distributed to the plates through portholes in the plates. 2. Directed...

Horizontal (H) Horizontal herringbone embossing. Highest heat transfer coefficients and pressure drop. \mmmm UmmmU mmmml mmm ninninn «((««(«« /WWyWyWWx Vertical (V) Vertical herringbone embossing. Slightly lower heat transfer coefficients and pressure drops. Combination (H/V) A combination of H and V plates for an intermediate range of heat transfer coefficients and pressure drop. Free-Flow Open fluid-flow channel, ideal for viscous products, slurries, and effluent streams that contain particles and fibers which can block the flow channels and plug up conventional heat exchangers.

MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION: • Nitrile (NBR) • Ethylene Propylene Rubber • Silicone • Viton®/FKM • Butyl (resin cured) Mueller Accu-Therm plate heat exchangers provide efficient heat transfer by design. They can be designed for multiple fluids or thermal requirements in a single frame. The flow to individual passages between plates is controlled by alternate placement of port gaskets. Within the heat exchanger, the fluid to be heated (or cooled) flows down one side of each plate, while the heating (or cooling) medium flows in the opposite direction on the other side of the plate without cross...

Configurations While hot and cold fluids flow in opposite directions across a single plate, the flow pattern between plates can vary. Plate heat exchanger flow patterns can be single or multi-pass. Single Pass A single pass arrangement means each fluid flows in the same respective direction across all the plates in the unit. Single pass units are suitable for most applications. Movable End A multi-pass arrangement is designed so fluids can change their respective flow directions. Extremely close temperatures or large temperature differences may call for a multi-pass configuration. Fixed End

Types of Plate Heat Exchangers Accu-Therm Plate Heat Exchanger Accu-Therm Plate Heat Exchangers can be found in a wide variety of industries for a multitude of applications. Compact size, ease of maintenance, and high efficiency make them ideal for nearly any heating or cooling task. Available in an extensive range of sizes, alloys, and frame configurations to meet your needs in industries like HVAC, Chemical, Oil & Gas, and more. Sanitary Plate Heat Exchanger The sanitary Accu-Therm plate heat exchanger is designed to meet a variety of sanitary process applications such as Brewing, Dairy,...

Semi-Welded Plate Heat Exchanger Paul Mueller Company’s semi-welded plate heat exchanger is ideal for solution chilling and refrigerant condensing in refrigeration applications. Semi-Welded applications typically use refrigerant or fluid that is corrosive to gasket materials on the welded side of the heat exchanger. The welded cassettes are designed for optimum gasket sealing. Higher pressures improve the sealing of the gaskets. The plate pack is built utilizing welding cassettes (two plates welded together). The refrigerant side is contained within the welded portion of the cassette to...

BEVERAGE • Beer Fermenting • Distilled Water • Beverage Processing CHEMICAL • Chemical Storage • Pilot Plant Scale Up • Plating and Anodizing FOOD • Egg Processing • Liquid Food Processing • Fats and Oils Processing • Equipment Cleaning • Post Harvest Chilling • Bakery Chilling HEAT TRANSFER • Custom Heat Transfer • Energy Recovery • Engine Cooling • OEM • Carpet Drying • Industrial Tank Heating

HVAC • Cooling Tower Isolation • Free Cooling • Steam to Water Heating OIL & GAS • Crude Oil Stabilization • Gas Dehydration • Condensing PERSONAL CARE • Hair Care • Cosmetics • Shower Gels

Features & Benefits EFFICIENCY • • • • “U” values of 1,500 and greater are possible Accu-Therm plates promote high turbulence at low fluid velocities High turbulence results in very high heat transfer coefficients Multiple Duties with a Single Unit: Heat or cool two or more fluids within the same unit by installing intermediate divider sections • More Heat Transfer surface: Up to 25,000 sq. ft. of heat transfer surface in a single exchanger LOWER COSTS • More economical than other types of heat exchangers due to the higher thermal efficiency and lower manufacturing costs CLOSER APPROACH...