Compabloc

Designed for easy maintenance and inspection, the Alfa Laval Compabloc offers quick access to its heat transfer area. This fully welded compact heat exchanger is built with a stack of corrugated 316L stainless steel plates or other high-grade materials, laser-welded in models CP30 and above. The unit’s modular design allows for straightforward disassembly, facilitating mechanical cleaning, maintenance, and repair. The Compabloc excels in process optimization, offering flexible configurations for single or multi-pass arrangements in co-current or counter-current operations. It is suitable for a wide range of applications, including condensation, reboiling, and heat recovery duties. For low-pressure and high-efficiency tasks, the large cross-flow area and short flow path minimize pressure drops. The design also supports significant energy savings with close temperature approaches down to 3°C (5.4°F). Available in various models, the Compabloc can handle aggressive media and operate under high-pressure conditions, adhering to major international pressure vessel codes such as ASME and PED. Standard materials include 316L, 254SMO, Titanium grade 1, 904L, Alloy C276, and Alloy C22, with options for carbon steel panels or massive stainless steel on request.