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HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) is a core system in modern buildings, responsible for achieving the desired indoor temperature, ventilation, and air quality. With rising building energy efficiency standards, HVAC systems are evolving towards high efficiency, energy saving, intelligence, and environmental friendliness. Traditional shell-and-tube heat exchangers are gradually being replaced by smaller, more efficient plate heat exchangers (PHEs).
Get in touchPlate heat exchangers, constructed from thin metal plates boasting large surface area and excellent thermal conductivity, create alternating flow paths between the plates for hot and cold fluids, avoiding direct contact and achieving efficient heat exchange and isolation. The corrugated surface of the plates creates turbulent flow, significantly improving heat transfer coefficients. The number of plates can be adjusted based on system load, flexibly adapting to varying operating conditions. The design of the plate heat exchanger promotes rapid dissipation of higher-temperature heat to the cold fluid, thereby ensuring efficient heat transfer. You can learn more about the application of Plate Heat Exchangers by clicking here!
1. Heat/Cooling Transfer
Through efficient heat transfer, plate heat exchangers enable rapid, stable, and controllable distribution of cooling and heating energy, ensuring overall system efficiency:
✅ Chilled Water Systems: Enable cooling exchange between the main unit and the user, reducing energy loss.
✅ Heating Systems: Efficiently transfer heat to end-user equipment within boilers or district heating networks.
2. System Isolation
HVAC systems often contain circuits with different pressures and media. Plate heat exchangers act as a media isolation barrier, achieving:
✅ Isolating water quality between the main unit and user systems to prevent corrosion and scaling.
✅ Pressure isolation between different pressure systems to protect the main equipment.
✅ Separating the central cooling station from the building's internal circulating water for easier zoning management and maintenance.
3. Energy Saving and Cost Optimization
Plate heat exchangers, with their excellent heat transfer efficiency, significantly reduce system energy consumption:
✅ Reduce chiller operating load, lowering energy costs;
✅ Optimize energy recovery, such as utilizing waste heat for reheating or preheating.
✅ Small footprint and easy maintenance reduce equipment investment and operating costs.
| Type | Typical Construction | Primary HVAC Applications | Pressure / Temperature Range | Maintainability | Sealing / Leak Resistance | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gasketed | Gasket sealed, serviceable (removable) | Chilled water, heating water, domestic hot water | ≤ 2.5 MPa / ≤ 150°C | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy to service | ⭐⭐ Moderate | Low |
| Semi-welded | One side welded, other side gasketed | Brine / glycol systems, refrigerant isolation, heat pump circuits | ≤ 3.0 MPa / ≤ 180°C | ⭐⭐⭐ Moderate | ⭐⭐⭐ Good | Medium |
| Bloc / Fully-welded | Fully welded plate pack (no gaskets) | High-temperature heating, steam, heat recovery | ≤ 5.0 MPa / ≤ 400°C | ⭐ Low maintenance intervals | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very high | High |
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District Heating & Cooling
Our hvac plate heat exchanger was suitable for the demanding conditions in district heating & cooling systems. District heating & cooling stands out as the most convenient approach for producing and distributing cooling in commercial settings, offering both environmental and economic advantages. Calculations indicate that customers transitioning to district cooling can slash their operational costs by up to 45 percent compared to employing chillers within small individual systems. This includes substantial savings on electricity, service, and repairs. Our plate heat exchanger hvac are designed for and used all around the globe to deliver cost savings, energy efficiency, and comfortable cooling.
Learn MoreHVAC Heating & Cooling
Many HVAC applications rely on gasketed plate heat exchangers for cooling systems, air conditioning, and heat recovery systems. Air conditioning setups typically comprise at least two heat exchangers: the condenser and the evaporator. Plate heat exchangers indirectly link chillers, boilers, and cooling towers to central plant systems. They also alleviate the cooling load on chillers when employed in economizer and heat recovery circuits. Selecting the appropriately sized and configured plate heat exchanger for your system directly influences performance and energy efficiency.
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Refrigeration systems in various public places ( such as Shopping malls, office complexes, sports arenas, skating rinks ) usually require the participation of plate heat exchangers. Jinfan provides customized heat exchange solutions for different working conditions. Each solution may entail various refrigerants, configurations, and air-conditioning equipment. We are committed to minimizing the environment.
Removable for easy maintenance and inspection. We offer hundreds of plate types, multiple materials, and multiple gasket models.
Ideal for high pressure and corrosive media. We have various specifications of welded plate bundles.
Without any gaskets, the risk of leakage is eliminated. It is widely used in the highest temperature, pressure and strong corrosiveness.
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