Kombinator® SHCW - Scraped Surface Heat Exchangers
The Gerstenberg Schröder Kombinator® 250 SHCW is a compact, high-capacity, high-pressure scraped surface heat exchanger. It is designed for the pasteurization of mainly low-fat spread emulsions which contain a high amount of protein and stabilizers to avoid fouling of the emulsion on the inner surface of the tubes and allow for longer and more efficient production time. It provides high performance, minimal downtime, and easy maintenance.
Kombinator® 250 SHCW: Efficient Heating and Cooling for High-Quality Food Products
Product Overview
Designed for cost-effective production of high-quality emulsions with steam heating and water cooling capabilities.
Model Variants
Available in short version (250S) and long version (250L) to accommodate various processing requirements.
Engineering and Design
Dual Thermal Exchange System
Features one or two steam-heated tubes and a double-walled water-cooled coil for improved heat transfer and cooling efficiency.
Heating & Cooling Media Compatibility
Supports cooling water, chilled water, brine, glycol, steam, or hot water. Each tube includes automatic temperature regulation.
Compliance and Build Quality
Built to PED pressure regulations with a robust, hygienic design suitable for demanding industrial environments.
Function and Principles of Operation
Thermal Exchange Mechanism
Emulsion is heated to pasteurization temperature via steam tubes; centrifugal scrapers ensure heat transfer and prevent buildup.
Post-Heating Cooling Process
Double tube coil above heating tubes rapidly cools emulsion with water flowing inside and outside the tube wall for maximum efficiency.
Capacity
Maximum Throughput
Up to 8.8 tons per hour.
Key Advantages
Product Quality and Hygiene
- Consistent product texture and performance
- Stainless steel AISI 316 contact parts meet food-grade standards
- Sealed, corrosion-free casing with full insulation
Heating and Cooling Efficiency
- Corrugated chilling tubes reduce compressor oil buildup and improve uptime
- Automatic temperature control per tube for accurate heat profiling
- Double tube coil design ensures rapid cooling
Operational Versatility and Maintenance
- Variable rotor diameters and speeds suit diverse product viscosities
- Independent motors and gear drives per shaft
- Wide selection of scraper materials and shapes
- Fast Cleaning-in-Place (CIP) cycles and low maintenance requirements
- Energy-efficient cast iron gearboxes for powerful, quiet operation