Contherm core scraped surface heat exchangers
Contherm® Core by Alfa Laval is an advanced single-wall scraped-surface heat exchanger in the food industry, designed for efficient and cost-effective thermal processing. Engineered for low to medium-viscosity products with or without particles, it delivers the proven performance of standard Contherm® Alfa Laval technology but at a lower cost. Ideal for industries requiring a reliable heat exchanger core without compromising on efficiency or quality.
Key Features of Contherm® Core
- Up to 15% CAPEX savings thanks to the simplified Contherm® Core design
- Handles viscosities from 1000 to 50,000 cP and particles up to 25 mm
- Reliable uptime with proven Alfa Laval mechanical seals, scraping blades and other critical components
- Horizontal design is both easier and 30% less expensive to install than other scraped-surface heat exchangers installed in a Vertical configuration
- All components are available at floor level, simplifying service and maintenance of drive end components
Contherm® Core provides a cost-effective solution for the continuous processing of food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and other products with low to medium viscosities, offering a more economical alternative to traditional scraped-surface heat exchangers. Its low, horizontal configuration ensures easy access to all components, simplifying maintenance at floor level. Designed for efficiency, it is an ideal choice for applications such as heating, cooling, pasteurization, and sterilization.
The scraped-surface heat exchanger principle
In scraped-surface heat exchangers, the product enters the cylinder at the bottom and flows upward. The heating or cooling medium flows in a counter-current pattern through a narrow annular channel.
Rotating blades continuously scrape the cylinder wall, ensuring uniform heat transfer. The corkscrew product entry minimizes shear forces, resulting in gentler product handling and a reduced pressure drop.
The product then exits at the top, maintaining high product quality throughout the process. Both the product flow and rotor speed can be adjusted to optimize processing for specific product properties.
More than you thought possible
For demanding products, the Contherm® range offers comprehensive and adaptable solutions. Alfa Laval is the only supplier to provide both double and single-wall scraped surface heat exchangers, delivering robust heat transfer capabilities.
With Contherm® Core, you receive a fully tailored heat exchanger solution that increases capacity, efficiency, and profitability, ensuring a customized solution that meets all production needs
Viscous products
The Contherm® family can handle the continuous processing of all types of viscous liquids, whether low, medium, or high viscosity. From ketchup and mayonnaise to chocolate spreads, baby food, and skin lotions.
Contherm® Core is designed to process both challenging and viscous products with ease, ensuring consistent results for each unique formulation.
Crystallizing products and phase change challenges
Preserving taste, colour and/or texture is a particular challenge for manufacturers of products that can undergo crystallization. We work with your business to find the optimal Contherm® solution to fit your production.
Maintaining the taste, color, and texture of products that undergo crystallization or phase changes can be tricky. Contherm® Core addresses these challenges by offering customizable solutions that preserve the integrity of your product. Applications include coffee extracts, margarines, fondant, beer, and more.
Products with particulate matter
Whether your product contains large, small, or mixed particles, Contherm® Core can be tailored to meet your processing needs.
It efficiently handles the processing of meats, pet food, jam, and other particulate products, ensuring optimal performance and product quality.
Sticky products
When it comes to sticky substances, Contherm® Core delivers performance without limits. Its flexible design allows it to handle a wide range of sticky products, from caramel and processed cheese to mascara and toothpaste, ensuring effective heat transfer and consistent results.
Heat-sensitive products
Contherm® Core is perfect for heat-sensitive products that may cause fouling in conventional heat exchangers. By offering a complete range of solutions, Alfa Laval is equipped to meet the needs of any heat-sensitive product.
Whether processing scrambled eggs, meat emulsions, or fruit purées, scraped surface heat exchangers in the food industry ensure efficient heat transfer without compromising quality.
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