Kelvion Service
KELVION SERVICE
PLATE HEAT EXCHANGERS
What are we offering our customers as plate heat exchanger specialists? In general, you benefit from the comprehensive scope of services provided by a reputable expert for gasketed, welded and brazed plate heat exchangers – and from a worldwide network of service locations.Inspections, maintenance, reconditioning and improvements are available for all types of brands. In addition, we carry out all regular work such as cleaning of plates and fitting of gaskets.
Kelvion has a wide-ranging know-how based on findings from decades of development work. One result is tracking down any material fatigue – we have a leakage testing method which can be used as a preventive tightness test. In this process, a special inert gas, able to detect even the most minuscule compromise, is introduced into the closed plate heat exchanger. Please find out more in our downloads.
Service for Plate Heat Exchangers
GASKETED PLATE HEAT EXCHANGERS
Even the highest performing plate heat exchangers are subject to wear and tear. Regular monitoring and servicing will keep equipment running effectively for longer and avoid costly and disruptive unscheduled down time – Periodic inspections will extend the lifetime.
The Kelvion Service includes performance auditing, reconditioning, resizing and leakage testing – all to the highest standards. We believe that installing new gaskets to the highest standards are crucial for extending their service life.
Our ten-step process, which leaves nothing to chance, includes inspections, replacing old gaskets, cleaning and dye testing, to ensure a first-class result every time.
OUR SERVICE PORTFOLIO
START-UP & ONSITE SERVICES
- Precise set up of equipment to make future operation and Service easier
- Supervision of installation by Kelvion experts
SPARE PARTS & SPARE PART SOLUTIONS
- Supply of highest quality spare parts (like gaskets, spare plates, plate packages)
- Supply of spare parts of other brands
- Exclusive stock: Reservation of critical spare parts to guarantee flexibility and quickest delivery
- Tools (ratchet, screwdriver, etc.)
REPAIRS, OVERHAULS & MAINTENANCE
- Cleaning: Improvement of the thermodynamic performance and optimization of the efficiency
- Reconditioning: Recovery of the thermo-dynamic performance
- Repair of the equipment
- Replacement of unsafe, worn, or damaged parts
- Full Service: Removal of the plate packs, transport to service plant, reconditioning of plate packs, return transport, installation and pressure test, handover to the customer
UPGRADES & REPLACEMENTS
- Increase of capacity, cost reduction, extension of service intervals or achievement of more efficient heat transfer by redesigning your current solution
- Improvement of the overall performance and lifetime extension of your equipment by updating to the latest technology
- Usage of Inline-Filters eliminate the need to open the plate pack and clean the individual heat exchange plates please contact us for further information
MONITORING, CONSULTING & TRAINING
- Troubleshooting: Detection of the root cause of a major issue by applying our extensive product and process knowledge
- Condition audit: Integrity tests at the equipment to detect internal leakages followed up by test reports and expert recommendations
- Remote support: Hotline support with direct access to experts
- Staff training to increase knowledge and competencies of your maintenance staff
- Annual service agreement
PERFORMANCE AUDIT PROGRAM
We also have a regular performance audit program, which enables customers to avoid unscheduled downtime, plan for future component replacements and extend the lifetime of the equipment.
Report details can be used by our customers to address immediate attention items, as well as plan for future component replacements like plates, gaskets, etc.
RECONDITIONING PROCESS
Our 10-Step-Process for installing new gaskets equals a first-class result. First we inspect the equipment before removing the old gasket and cleaning the plates. This is followed by a dye test and second inspection, removal of the dye residue, cleaning the gasket groove and final plate inspections. The new plates are then fitted and quality checked.
10-Step-Process at a glance:
- Initial inspection & creation of report
- Removal of old gaskets
- Chemical cleaning (acid or caustic bath), high pressure cleaning
- Dye test and second inspection (record results)
- Removal of residues after dye penetration test
- Cleaning of gasket groove
- Final inspection of each plate; replacement of damaged plates
- New gaskets are fitted
- For glued gaskets – tensioning of plate pack and glue curing in an oven
- Final stamp of approval after final inspection and careful packaging of plate pack
HYDROGEN LEAKAGE TEST
Plate heat exchangers can sometimes be exposed to external influences that may cause microscopic leaks. With our innovative leakage test we can track down any material fatigue by feeding a hydrogen/nitrogen mixture into the closed plate heat exchanger on the water side. This is faster and more efficient than conventional methods and can also be used as a preventative tightening test.
Hydrogen Leak Detector EcoSafe 2000
- Robust and simple construction for industrial surrounding
- Fast response behavior
- Early detection of material fatigue
- Mobile and can be applied at short notice
- 10% hydrogen result in 100% safety
- Proven product quality management
Service for Plate Heat Exchangers
WELDED PLATE HEAT EXCHANGERS
Regular inspections of your heat exchanger’s performance allow preventative measures, including mechanical cleaning, CIP and welding repairs, to be taken to minimize the risk of unscheduled and costly downtime. They also help to extend the lifecycle of the equipment. In the event of failure, our service engineers will assess any damage, carry out tests and advise on the best solution, quickly and efficiently.
OUR SERVICE PORTFOLIO
START-UP & ONSITE SERVICES
- Precise installation of equipment to make future operation and Service easier
- Supervision of installation by Kelvion experts
SPARE PARTS & SPARE PART SOLUTIONS
- Supply of highest quality spare parts
REPAIRS, OVERHAULS & MAINTENANCE
- Cleaning: Improvement of the thermodynamic performance and optimization of the efficiency
- Repair of the equipment
- Replacement of unsafe, worn, or damaged parts
UPGRADES & REPLACEMENTS
- Replacement of unsafe, worn, or damaged parts
MONITORING, CONSULTING & TRAINING
- Troubleshooting: Detection of the root cause of a major issue by applying our extensive product and process knowledge
- Performance audit: Performance tests on the actual operating performance
- Remote support: Hotline support with direct access to experts
- Training: Staff training to increase knowledge and competencies of your maintenance staff
REMOTE DATA COLLECTION & FAILURE ANALYSIS
Kelvion welded plate heat exchangers, with their outstanding thermal transfer coefficients, are built for demanding applications. To avoid any risk of unscheduled downtime, it is important to inspect the condition of the equipment to offset any potential failure before it happens. We provide a range of preventative measures, including cleaning by hydro-blasting, chemical CIP and inspecting and repairing welding. Should the heat exchanger fail, we will first collect data to assess the damage then our service engineers will perform a range of tests. We always advise you not to try and open the heat exchanger – particularly a K⁰Bloc unit – without training or Kelvion supervision as this may cause further damage if done incorrectly.
Following the tests, we will advise on the best course of action to get the heat exchanger running efficiently again. This may be repair welding, replacement of parts or, in rare circumstances, full replacement of the unit. Whatever the outcome, you can be assured of a robust and reliable performance from your heat exchanger.
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