Alfa Laval's new heat exchanger, Hygienic WideGap, offers a game-changing alternative to conventional technology,potentially halving emissions in the processing of liquid foods containing fibers and particles. The line of new heat exchangers underscores Alfa Laval's commitment to sustainability and food safety in the food processing industry. A game-changing innovation in the liquid food segment: Many food and beverage producers are eager to reduce a common dependency on fossil fuel-based energy sources and at the same time enhance energy efficiency and reduce emissions.

While lowering the consumption of energy, water and chemicals at a plant level, food and beverage producers are simultaneously reducing greenhouse gas emissions throughout their supply chains. The launch of Alfa Laval's new Hygienic WideGap heat exchanger enables the switch from conventional processes to a more sustainable alternative. With this innovation, Alfa Laval has introduced a patented design suitable for the sustainable and hygienic production of, for example, crushed tomatoes, dressings, plant-based beverages, and juices with pulp.

In comparison with conventional technologies, the new heat exchanger is 50% more energy efficient with corresponding lower emissions. It is the combination of optimal heat recovery, a 55% lower steam consumption and a 15% lower power consumption due to a lower pressure drop that is the foundation for the superior energy efficiency of the technology.