gasket heat exchanger is a type of plate heat exchanger assembled with corrugated metal plates and replaceable gaskets to separate and guide fluid flow. By forming narrow flow channels between plates, hot and cold media exchange heat efficiently under counter-current or cross-flow conditions. Panstar supplies high-quality gasket heat exchangers designed for reliable performance and flexible operation across a wide range of industrial applications.

Working Principle of Gasket Heat Exchanger

Fluids flow through alternating channels formed by the plate pack. The corrugated plate pattern creates strong turbulence even at low flow rates, significantly enhancing heat transfer efficiency. Heat is transferred through the thin plate walls from the hot medium to the cold medium, while the gaskets ensure tight sealing and accurate flow distribution.

Customer benefits

• Total accessible on both sides

• Small foot print and compact

• Easy cleaning and maintenance

• Proven installations

Quality System

• ASME U Stamp

Application

HVAC and district heating: heat transfer between primary and secondary circuits, improving energy efficiency

Chemical and process industries: heating, cooling, and heat recovery in process streams

Food and beverage: hygienic heating and cooling for liquids such as milk, beer, and juice

Pharmaceuticals: precise temperature control in process and utility systems

Power and energy: cooling of auxiliary systems and energy recovery applications

Advantages Over Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers

• Higher thermal efficiency due to turbulent flow and larger effective heat transfer area

• Compact design with smaller footprint and lower installation weight

• Easy maintenance and scalability, thanks to the fully detachable structure

• Energy-saving operation, reducing overall operating and lifecycle costs