Alfa Laval - Energy alfa.laval@alfalaval.com https://energy.alfalaval.com en-us Visualplatform http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Alfa Laval - Energy episodic no https://energy.alfalaval.com/files/rv0.0/sitelogo.gif https://energy.alfalaval.com http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-9-flush-and-drain-1 <p>Flush and/or drain your Compabloc in the case of a long shutdown. Double-check the tightening torque of all panels bolts before re-starting operation.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-9-flush-and-drain-1"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968566/85657241/897beb9b925b6945d9277418cc550a14/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85657241 Tue, 02 May 2023 15:16:59 GMT Compabloc Tip 9 - Flush and drain before long shutdowns Flush and/or drain your Compabloc in the case of a long shutdown. Double-check the tightening torque of all panels bolts before re-starting operation. Flush and/or drain your Compabloc in the case of a long shutdown. Double-check the tightening torque of all panels bolts before re-starting operation. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:40 <p>Flush and/or drain your Compabloc in the case of a long shutdown. Double-check the tightening torque of all panels bolts before re-starting operation.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-9-flush-and-drain-1"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968566/85657241/897beb9b925b6945d9277418cc550a14/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> compabloc compabloc service heat exchanger heat exchanger maintenance http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-1-ensure-proper <p>Ensure the Compabloc is properly installed. Contact Alfa Laval for support with installation, commissioning and start-up.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-1-ensure-proper"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968567/85219092/64bdbb8bedf447221523e20abc13100d/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85219092 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:56:41 GMT Compabloc Tip 1 - Ensure proper installation Ensure the Compabloc is properly installed. Contact Alfa Laval for support with installation, commissioning and start-up. Ensure the Compabloc is properly installed. Contact Alfa Laval for support with installation, commissioning and start-up. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:38 <p>Ensure the Compabloc is properly installed. Contact Alfa Laval for support with installation, commissioning and start-up.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-1-ensure-proper"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968567/85219092/64bdbb8bedf447221523e20abc13100d/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> compabloc compabloc service heat exchanger heat exchanger maintenance http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-2-avoid-pressure <p>Open and close valves slowly to avoid water hammer from pressure surges during start-up and shutdown.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-2-avoid-pressure"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968578/85219328/c5e42abd80175ac4f8fe8f1972b5e787/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85219328 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:56:40 GMT Compabloc Tip 2 - Avoid pressure shock Open and close valves slowly to avoid water hammer from pressure surges during start-up and shutdown. Open and close valves slowly to avoid water hammer from pressure surges during start-up and shutdown. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:39 <p>Open and close valves slowly to avoid water hammer from pressure surges during start-up and shutdown.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-2-avoid-pressure"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968578/85219328/c5e42abd80175ac4f8fe8f1972b5e787/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> compabloc compabloc service heat exchanger heat exchanger maintenance http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-3-ensure-proper <p>Make sure that the unit is properly vented. For large units, the vent connections should be kept opened and connected.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-3-ensure-proper"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968569/85219331/f23d939f071d6c6c35b7336d42e6823a/standard/download-9-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85219331 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:56:39 GMT Compabloc Tip 3 - Ensure proper venting Make sure that the unit is properly vented. For large units, the vent connections should be kept opened and connected. Make sure that the unit is properly vented. For large units, the vent connections should be kept opened and connected. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:37 <p>Make sure that the unit is properly vented. For large units, the vent connections should be kept opened and connected.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-3-ensure-proper"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968569/85219331/f23d939f071d6c6c35b7336d42e6823a/standard/download-9-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> compabloc compabloc service heat exchanger heat exchanger maintenance http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-4-use-the-right <p>Check that the control system complies with the Compabloc manual to ensure stable operation and smooth temperature and pressure ramp up during start-up or shutdown. We suggest you contact Alfa Laval to train your operators for optimum and reliable operations.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-4-use-the-right"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968568/85219396/9031f7b0f37bc5c09e8e78c170c615eb/standard/download-11-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85219396 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:56:38 GMT Compabloc Tip 4 - Use the right valves Check that the control system complies with the Compabloc manual to ensure stable operation and smooth temperature and pressure ramp up during start-up or shutdown. We suggest you contact Alfa Laval to train your operators for optimum and reliable operations. Check that the control system complies with the Compabloc manual to ensure stable operation and smooth temperature and pressure ramp up during start-up or shutdown. We suggest you contact Alfa Laval to train your operators for optimum and reliable... Alfa Laval - Energy 00:40 <p>Check that the control system complies with the Compabloc manual to ensure stable operation and smooth temperature and pressure ramp up during start-up or shutdown. We suggest you contact Alfa Laval to train your operators for optimum and reliable operations.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-4-use-the-right"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968568/85219396/9031f7b0f37bc5c09e8e78c170c615eb/standard/download-11-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> compabloc compabloc service heat exchanger heat exchanger maintenance http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-5-monitor <p>Monitor the heat exchanger's performance and pressure drop proactively in order to better plan cleaning and maintenance. This will enable you to further improve the sustainability of the system. Alfa Laval can support you with a Performance Assessment that will determine the optimal cleaning intervals for your specific conditions.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-5-monitor"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968560/85219399/c7e2b484700c9e1427b4be529d96d531/standard/download-7-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85219399 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:56:37 GMT Compabloc Tip 5 - Monitor performance Monitor the heat exchanger's performance and pressure drop proactively in order to better plan cleaning and maintenance. This will enable you to further improve the sustainability of the system. Alfa Laval can support you with a Performance Assessment that will determine the optimal cleaning intervals for your specific conditions. Monitor the heat exchanger's performance and pressure drop proactively in order to better plan cleaning and maintenance. This will enable you to further improve the sustainability of the system. Alfa Laval can support you with a Performance... Alfa Laval - Energy 00:46 <p>Monitor the heat exchanger's performance and pressure drop proactively in order to better plan cleaning and maintenance. This will enable you to further improve the sustainability of the system. Alfa Laval can support you with a Performance Assessment that will determine the optimal cleaning intervals for your specific conditions.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-5-monitor"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968560/85219399/c7e2b484700c9e1427b4be529d96d531/standard/download-7-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> compabloc compabloc service heat exchanger heat exchanger maintenance http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-6-choose-the <p>Use a cleaning method that is optimized according to the nature of your heat exchanger's duty. Alfa Laval's service experts can help you determine and implement the best practices for cleaning your unit. Ten top tips to keep your Compabloc in tip top condition.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-6-choose-the"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968567/85219401/ba0244cc558bcb1315bbf8fe95a823ba/standard/download-7-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85219401 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:56:35 GMT Compabloc Tip 6 - Choose the optimum cleaning method Use a cleaning method that is optimized according to the nature of your heat exchanger's duty. Alfa Laval's service experts can help you determine and implement the best practices for cleaning your unit. Ten top tips to keep your Compabloc in tip top condition. Use a cleaning method that is optimized according to the nature of your heat exchanger's duty. Alfa Laval's service experts can help you determine and implement the best practices for cleaning your unit. Ten top tips to keep your Compabloc in tip... Alfa Laval - Energy 00:42 <p>Use a cleaning method that is optimized according to the nature of your heat exchanger's duty. Alfa Laval's service experts can help you determine and implement the best practices for cleaning your unit. Ten top tips to keep your Compabloc in tip top condition.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-6-choose-the"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968567/85219401/ba0244cc558bcb1315bbf8fe95a823ba/standard/download-7-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> compabloc compabloc service heat exchanger heat exchanger maintenance http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-7-change-gaskets <p>Change the panel gaskets every time you open the panels. Alfa Laval recommends that you keep a set of genuine spares designed for your unit in stock, so you can always be ready for maintenance.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-7-change-gaskets"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968571/85219445/9216fc8b467dc9a71ce4d67dbec1daf1/standard/download-10-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85219445 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:56:34 GMT Compabloc Tip 7 - Change gaskets after opening Change the panel gaskets every time you open the panels. Alfa Laval recommends that you keep a set of genuine spares designed for your unit in stock, so you can always be ready for maintenance. Change the panel gaskets every time you open the panels. Alfa Laval recommends that you keep a set of genuine spares designed for your unit in stock, so you can always be ready for maintenance. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:37 <p>Change the panel gaskets every time you open the panels. Alfa Laval recommends that you keep a set of genuine spares designed for your unit in stock, so you can always be ready for maintenance.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-7-change-gaskets"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968571/85219445/9216fc8b467dc9a71ce4d67dbec1daf1/standard/download-10-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> compabloc compabloc service heat exchanger heat exchanger maintenance http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-8-grease-the-bolts <p>Always grease the bolts of the heat exchanger after performing maintenance so that the unit is ready for the next maintenance interval.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-8-grease-the-bolts"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968567/85219449/d000172358c661942cfded5eda0ca6bb/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85219449 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:56:33 GMT Compabloc Tip 8 - Grease the bolts Always grease the bolts of the heat exchanger after performing maintenance so that the unit is ready for the next maintenance interval. Always grease the bolts of the heat exchanger after performing maintenance so that the unit is ready for the next maintenance interval. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:40 <p>Always grease the bolts of the heat exchanger after performing maintenance so that the unit is ready for the next maintenance interval.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-8-grease-the-bolts"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968567/85219449/d000172358c661942cfded5eda0ca6bb/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> compabloc compabloc service heat exchanger heat exchanger maintenance http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-10-regular <p>Take advantage of any planned shutdown period to check the actual state of your Compabloc. This will help you avoid unplanned stops. With a Condition Audit service, our experts can do this for you on location.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-10-regular"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968555/85219455/9826091f72da620ac4da7e49cd84fd76/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85219455 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:56:29 GMT Compabloc Tip 10 - Regular check-ups Take advantage of any planned shutdown period to check the actual state of your Compabloc. This will help you avoid unplanned stops. With a Condition Audit service, our experts can do this for you on location. Take advantage of any planned shutdown period to check the actual state of your Compabloc. This will help you avoid unplanned stops. With a Condition Audit service, our experts can do this for you on location. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:39 <p>Take advantage of any planned shutdown period to check the actual state of your Compabloc. This will help you avoid unplanned stops. With a Condition Audit service, our experts can do this for you on location.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/compabloc-tip-10-regular"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968555/85219455/9826091f72da620ac4da7e49cd84fd76/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> compabloc compabloc service heat exchanger heat exchanger maintenance http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-1-ensure-water-quality <p>Ensure proper water treatment and blowdown.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-1-ensure-water-quality"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968561/85229603/335d90c9814370dca874d3601b0604f2/standard/download-6-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85229603 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:54:51 GMT WSAC Tip 1 - Ensure water quality Ensure proper water treatment and blowdown. Ensure proper water treatment and blowdown. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:32 <p>Ensure proper water treatment and blowdown.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-1-ensure-water-quality"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968561/85229603/335d90c9814370dca874d3601b0604f2/standard/download-6-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> heat exchanger maintenance wet surface air cooler wsac http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-2-check-the-water-level <p>Make sure the spray-water pressure and the basin’s water level are correct. Adjust the float valve if necessary.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-2-check-the-water-level"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968580/85229607/a8984f6836f4dd4be7dd46a4c661ff85/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85229607 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:54:26 GMT WSAC Tip 2 - Check the water level Make sure the spray-water pressure and the basin’s water level are correct. Adjust the float valve if necessary. Make sure the spray-water pressure and the basin’s water level are correct. Adjust the float valve if necessary. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:31 <p>Make sure the spray-water pressure and the basin’s water level are correct. Adjust the float valve if necessary.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-2-check-the-water-level"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968580/85229607/a8984f6836f4dd4be7dd46a4c661ff85/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> heat exchanger maintenance wet surface air cooler wsac http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-3-clean-pump-screens <p>Check spray pump screens for debris and clean as necessary.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-3-clean-pump-screens"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968568/85229612/e966f7f92a8d256aae24cfc6e84b0c67/standard/download-6-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85229612 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:54:18 GMT WSAC Tip 3 - Clean pump screens Check spray pump screens for debris and clean as necessary. Check spray pump screens for debris and clean as necessary. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:33 <p>Check spray pump screens for debris and clean as necessary.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-3-clean-pump-screens"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968568/85229612/e966f7f92a8d256aae24cfc6e84b0c67/standard/download-6-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> heat exchanger maintenance wet surface air cooler wsac http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-4-verify-temperatures <p>Check process temperatures and pressures – inlet and outlet.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-4-verify-temperatures"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968576/85229615/a174266c823fc84e763f757a12cc71d5/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85229615 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:54:01 GMT WSAC Tip 4 - Verify temperatures Check process temperatures and pressures – inlet and outlet. Check process temperatures and pressures – inlet and outlet. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:31 <p>Check process temperatures and pressures – inlet and outlet.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-4-verify-temperatures"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968576/85229615/a174266c823fc84e763f757a12cc71d5/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> heat exchanger maintenance wet surface air cooler wsac http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-5-clean-tube-surfaces <p>Check the tube surfaces for debris and scale. Clean as necessary.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-5-clean-tube-surfaces"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968579/85229622/7d1553e180d8385485bf20307f3a72be/standard/download-7-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85229622 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:53:44 GMT WSAC Tip 5 - Clean tube surfaces Check the tube surfaces for debris and scale. Clean as necessary. Check the tube surfaces for debris and scale. Clean as necessary. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:31 <p>Check the tube surfaces for debris and scale. Clean as necessary.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-5-clean-tube-surfaces"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968579/85229622/7d1553e180d8385485bf20307f3a72be/standard/download-7-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> heat exchanger maintenance wet surface air cooler wsac http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-6-check-spray-nozzles <p>Check spray nozzles to ensure good spray coverage. Contact Alfa Laval Niagara Service for cleaning and replacement options.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-6-check-spray-nozzles"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968559/85229628/a197c2702e46cb278e4af25eca43684d/standard/download-6-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85229628 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:53:26 GMT WSAC Tip 6 - Check spray nozzles Check spray nozzles to ensure good spray coverage. Contact Alfa Laval Niagara Service for cleaning and replacement options. Check spray nozzles to ensure good spray coverage. Contact Alfa Laval Niagara Service for cleaning and replacement options. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:31 <p>Check spray nozzles to ensure good spray coverage. Contact Alfa Laval Niagara Service for cleaning and replacement options.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-6-check-spray-nozzles"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968559/85229628/a197c2702e46cb278e4af25eca43684d/standard/download-6-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> heat exchanger maintenance wet surface air cooler wsac http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-7-inspect-rotating <p>Check rotating equipment (fans, motors, pump skid) for noise or excessive heat. Lubricate motors as required.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-7-inspect-rotating"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968560/85229632/a167a8fec0fc58f827ba2826f0f298e2/standard/download-6-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85229632 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:53:08 GMT WSAC Tip 7 - Inspect rotating equipment Check rotating equipment (fans, motors, pump skid) for noise or excessive heat. Lubricate motors as required. Check rotating equipment (fans, motors, pump skid) for noise or excessive heat. Lubricate motors as required. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:39 <p>Check rotating equipment (fans, motors, pump skid) for noise or excessive heat. Lubricate motors as required.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-7-inspect-rotating"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968560/85229632/a167a8fec0fc58f827ba2826f0f298e2/standard/download-6-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> heat exchanger maintenance wet surface air cooler wsac http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-8-check-the-electrical <p>Have a trained professional check the electrical system periodically.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-8-check-the-electrical"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968559/85229634/533ba8e7d8ead1eb54acd7d235fbfc57/standard/download-6-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85229634 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:52:53 GMT WSAC Tip 8 - Check the electrical system Have a trained professional check the electrical system periodically. Have a trained professional check the electrical system periodically. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:31 <p>Have a trained professional check the electrical system periodically.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-8-check-the-electrical"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968559/85229634/533ba8e7d8ead1eb54acd7d235fbfc57/standard/download-6-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> heat exchanger maintenance wet surface air cooler wsac http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-9-keep-critical-spares <p>Maintain stock of essential spare parts with long lead times.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-9-keep-critical-spares"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968561/85229636/777391ff800bdcf47028f0dd0b58da68/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85229636 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:52:34 GMT WSAC Tip 9 - Keep critical spares in stock Maintain stock of essential spare parts with long lead times. Maintain stock of essential spare parts with long lead times. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:31 <p>Maintain stock of essential spare parts with long lead times.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-9-keep-critical-spares"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968561/85229636/777391ff800bdcf47028f0dd0b58da68/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> heat exchanger maintenance wet surface air cooler wsac http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-10-perform-regular <p>Let an Alfa Laval Niagara equipment specialist perform regular condition audits to optimize maintenance and maximize performance.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-10-perform-regular"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968561/85229637/43a7509b7110cb1d8d5c0ce3a17a3a81/standard/download-9-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85229637 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:51:57 GMT WSAC Tip 10 - Perform regular audits Let an Alfa Laval Niagara equipment specialist perform regular condition audits to optimize maintenance and maximize performance. Let an Alfa Laval Niagara equipment specialist perform regular condition audits to optimize maintenance and maximize performance. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:31 <p>Let an Alfa Laval Niagara equipment specialist perform regular condition audits to optimize maintenance and maximize performance.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/wsac-tip-10-perform-regular"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968561/85229637/43a7509b7110cb1d8d5c0ce3a17a3a81/standard/download-9-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> heat exchanger maintenance wet surface air cooler wsac http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-10-flush-and-drain-before <p>Flush and/or drain the heat exchanger in cases of a long shutdown, when using corrosive fluid, or if there is a risk of freezing.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-10-flush-and-drain-before"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968559/85223393/13b9647fc73c7aae9479fa1660dacd29/standard/download-7-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85223393 Thu, 13 Apr 2023 07:55:58 GMT SHE Tip 10 - Flush and drain before long shutdowns Flush and/or drain the heat exchanger in cases of a long shutdown, when using corrosive fluid, or if there is a risk of freezing. Flush and/or drain the heat exchanger in cases of a long shutdown, when using corrosive fluid, or if there is a risk of freezing. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:30 <p>Flush and/or drain the heat exchanger in cases of a long shutdown, when using corrosive fluid, or if there is a risk of freezing.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-10-flush-and-drain-before"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968559/85223393/13b9647fc73c7aae9479fa1660dacd29/standard/download-7-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> heat exchanger maintenance spiral heat exchanger http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-9-ensure-the-bolts-are <p>Tighten the unit as described in the installation manual during transportation or prolonged periods of shutdown. If not done properly, cover gaskets and/or hook bolts may loosen.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-9-ensure-the-bolts-are"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968570/85223392/30ea53c5220f27a37d7d2510ed5d355a/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85223392 Thu, 13 Apr 2023 07:55:53 GMT SHE Tip 9 - Ensure the bolts are tightened Tighten the unit as described in the installation manual during transportation or prolonged periods of shutdown. If not done properly, cover gaskets and/or hook bolts may loosen. Tighten the unit as described in the installation manual during transportation or prolonged periods of shutdown. If not done properly, cover gaskets and/or hook bolts may loosen. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:33 <p>Tighten the unit as described in the installation manual during transportation or prolonged periods of shutdown. If not done properly, cover gaskets and/or hook bolts may loosen.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-9-ensure-the-bolts-are"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968570/85223392/30ea53c5220f27a37d7d2510ed5d355a/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> heat exchanger maintenance spiral heat exchanger http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-8-change-gaskets-after <p>Change the cover gaskets every time you open the cover. Alfa Laval recommends that you keep a set of genuine spares designed for your unit in stock, so you can always be ready for maintenance.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-8-change-gaskets-after"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968575/85223390/1002e8f31a6c656e307de591b8ffcf35/standard/download-9-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85223390 Thu, 13 Apr 2023 07:55:47 GMT SHE Tip 8 - Change gaskets after opening Change the cover gaskets every time you open the cover. Alfa Laval recommends that you keep a set of genuine spares designed for your unit in stock, so you can always be ready for maintenance. Change the cover gaskets every time you open the cover. Alfa Laval recommends that you keep a set of genuine spares designed for your unit in stock, so you can always be ready for maintenance. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:41 <p>Change the cover gaskets every time you open the cover. Alfa Laval recommends that you keep a set of genuine spares designed for your unit in stock, so you can always be ready for maintenance.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-8-change-gaskets-after"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968575/85223390/1002e8f31a6c656e307de591b8ffcf35/standard/download-9-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> heat exchanger maintenance spiral heat exchanger http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-7-choose-the-optimum <p>Use a cleaning method that is optimized for your heat exchanger. With cleaning-in-Place (CIP) or back flushing, you can avoid opening the unit. Alfa Laval’s service experts can help you determine and implement the best cleaning practices for you.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-7-choose-the-optimum"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968570/85223389/f7f08fa6b54b228ec4fa3c041072db95/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85223389 Thu, 13 Apr 2023 07:55:41 GMT SHE Tip 7 - Choose the optimum cleaning method for your heat exchanger Use a cleaning method that is optimized for your heat exchanger. With cleaning-in-Place (CIP) or back flushing, you can avoid opening the unit. Alfa Laval’s service experts can help you determine and implement the best cleaning practices for you. Use a cleaning method that is optimized for your heat exchanger. With cleaning-in-Place (CIP) or back flushing, you can avoid opening the unit. Alfa Laval’s service experts can help you determine and implement the best cleaning practices for you. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:42 <p>Use a cleaning method that is optimized for your heat exchanger. With cleaning-in-Place (CIP) or back flushing, you can avoid opening the unit. Alfa Laval’s service experts can help you determine and implement the best cleaning practices for you.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-7-choose-the-optimum"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968570/85223389/f7f08fa6b54b228ec4fa3c041072db95/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> heat exchanger maintenance spiral heat exchanger http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-6-keep-solids-load-within <p>Always operate in accordance with the design rate to avoid thickening or clogging with fluids that contain solid particles.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-6-keep-solids-load-within"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968570/85223388/0d62af7a79670402d6417ee9e0d21e12/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85223388 Thu, 13 Apr 2023 07:55:36 GMT SHE Tip 6 - Keep solids load within specifications Always operate in accordance with the design rate to avoid thickening or clogging with fluids that contain solid particles. Always operate in accordance with the design rate to avoid thickening or clogging with fluids that contain solid particles. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:34 <p>Always operate in accordance with the design rate to avoid thickening or clogging with fluids that contain solid particles.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-6-keep-solids-load-within"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968570/85223388/0d62af7a79670402d6417ee9e0d21e12/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> heat exchanger maintenance spiral heat exchanger http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-5-monitor-performance <p>Monitor the heat exchanger’s performance and pressure drop proactively in order to better plan cleaning and maintenance. This will enable you to further improve the sustainability of the system. Alfa Laval can support you with a Performance Assessment that will determine the optimal cleaning intervals for your specific conditions.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-5-monitor-performance"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968567/85223387/92e589af60482c351c6f51ee7dc26149/standard/download-7-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85223387 Thu, 13 Apr 2023 07:55:31 GMT SHE Tip 5 - Monitor performance Monitor the heat exchanger’s performance and pressure drop proactively in order to better plan cleaning and maintenance. This will enable you to further improve the sustainability of the system. Alfa Laval can support you with a Performance Assessment that will determine the optimal cleaning intervals for your specific conditions. Monitor the heat exchanger’s performance and pressure drop proactively in order to better plan cleaning and maintenance. This will enable you to further improve the sustainability of the system. Alfa Laval can support you with a Performance... Alfa Laval - Energy 00:45 <p>Monitor the heat exchanger’s performance and pressure drop proactively in order to better plan cleaning and maintenance. This will enable you to further improve the sustainability of the system. Alfa Laval can support you with a Performance Assessment that will determine the optimal cleaning intervals for your specific conditions.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-5-monitor-performance"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968567/85223387/92e589af60482c351c6f51ee7dc26149/standard/download-7-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> heat exchanger maintenance spiral heat exchanger http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-4-ensure-proper-venting <p>Make sure that the unit is properly vented before start-up. We suggest you contact Alfa Laval to train your operators for optimum and reliable operations.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-4-ensure-proper-venting"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968568/85223384/503e9de2f94d90fdc673a9ece2022cba/standard/download-7-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85223384 Thu, 13 Apr 2023 07:55:24 GMT SHE Tip 4 - Ensure proper venting Make sure that the unit is properly vented before start-up. We suggest you contact Alfa Laval to train your operators for optimum and reliable operations. Make sure that the unit is properly vented before start-up. We suggest you contact Alfa Laval to train your operators for optimum and reliable operations. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:35 <p>Make sure that the unit is properly vented before start-up. We suggest you contact Alfa Laval to train your operators for optimum and reliable operations.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-4-ensure-proper-venting"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968568/85223384/503e9de2f94d90fdc673a9ece2022cba/standard/download-7-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> heat exchanger maintenance spiral heat exchanger http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-3-avoid-pressure-shocks <p>Open and close valves slowly to avoid water hammer from pressure surges during start-up and shutdown.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-3-avoid-pressure-shocks"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968568/85223381/2b79cc325c116aacf674147ee0ac7861/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85223381 Thu, 13 Apr 2023 07:55:19 GMT SHE Tip 3 - Avoid pressure shocks Open and close valves slowly to avoid water hammer from pressure surges during start-up and shutdown. Open and close valves slowly to avoid water hammer from pressure surges during start-up and shutdown. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:28 <p>Open and close valves slowly to avoid water hammer from pressure surges during start-up and shutdown.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-3-avoid-pressure-shocks"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968568/85223381/2b79cc325c116aacf674147ee0ac7861/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> heat exchanger maintenance spiral heat exchanger http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-2-use-the-lifting-lugs <p>Lift the unit by its lifting lugs and not by the connections or the cover lug.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-2-use-the-lifting-lugs"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968570/85223379/30d53821be2e79a82fb6903f9c7058d7/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85223379 Thu, 13 Apr 2023 07:55:14 GMT SHE Tip 2 - Use the lifting lugs Lift the unit by its lifting lugs and not by the connections or the cover lug. Lift the unit by its lifting lugs and not by the connections or the cover lug. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:33 <p>Lift the unit by its lifting lugs and not by the connections or the cover lug.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-2-use-the-lifting-lugs"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968570/85223379/30d53821be2e79a82fb6903f9c7058d7/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> heat exchanger maintenance spiral heat exchanger http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-1-depressurize-before <p>Never open a unit if one or both channels are pressurized. Any attempt to do so may cause personal injury and/or damage the unit and its surroundings.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-1-depressurize-before"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968579/85223383/74627a560e5143d81a248a4eec325611/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/85223383 Thu, 13 Apr 2023 07:55:09 GMT SHE Tip 1 - Depressurize before opening Never open a unit if one or both channels are pressurized. Any attempt to do so may cause personal injury and/or damage the unit and its surroundings. Never open a unit if one or both channels are pressurized. Any attempt to do so may cause personal injury and/or damage the unit and its surroundings. Alfa Laval - Energy 00:48 <p>Never open a unit if one or both channels are pressurized. Any attempt to do so may cause personal injury and/or damage the unit and its surroundings.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/she-tip-1-depressurize-before"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/64968579/85223383/74627a560e5143d81a248a4eec325611/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> heat exchanger maintenance spiral heat exchanger http://energy.alfalaval.com/frontline-automatic-plate-heat <p>The largest and most efficient plate heat exchanger with advanced, automatic opening and closing device.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/frontline-automatic-plate-heat"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/49543318/55549981/ad40932149e0b078a3085d6dd2b41afe/standard/download-2-thumbnail.jpg" width="600" height="338"/></a></p> http://energy.alfalaval.com/photo/55549981 Mon, 09 Sep 2019 09:37:46 GMT FrontLine Automatic Plate Heat Exchanger The largest and most efficient plate heat exchanger with advanced, automatic opening and closing device. The largest and most efficient plate heat exchanger with advanced, automatic opening and closing device. Alfa Laval - Energy 05:33 <p>The largest and most efficient plate heat exchanger with advanced, automatic opening and closing device.</p><p><a href="http://energy.alfalaval.com/frontline-automatic-plate-heat"><img src="http://energy.alfalaval.com/49543318/55549981/ad40932149e0b078a3085d6dd2b41afe/standard/download-2-thumbnail.jpg" width="600" height="338"/></a></p> alfa laval heat exchanger heat exchanger maintenance heat exchanger repair plate heat exchanger