--- title: Accu-Therm® Plate Heat Exchanger - Food | Paul Mueller Company description: Need more accurate temperature control? See how our Accu-Therm® Plate Heat Exchangers can provide your food processing facility with efficient and precise heating and cooling. --- ![Paul Mueller Company](https://www.paulmueller.com/hubfs/2019/Home/PMC_RGB_PrimaryBrandmark_.png) #### [Food](https://en.paulmueller.com/food-processing-equipment?hsLang=en-gb) # Accu-Therm® Plate Heat Exchanger Accu-Therm® plate heat exchangers are designed to provide you worry-free, highly efficient heat transfer whether you are processing simple fluids, viscous solutions, or particulates. Accu-Therm plate heat exchangers are available in an extensive range of sizes, alloys, and frame configurations to meet your needs.  Plates available in 304 and 316 stainless steel, titanium, Hastelloy® and Incoloy® [** Contact Us](https://en.paulmueller.com/food-processing-equipment/plate-heat-exchangers/plate-heat-exchanger#contact) ** Chat Now ** Leave a Message - Features - Specifications - Downloads ## Features **High Efficiency Heat Transfer Performance** The embossed pattern of the Mueller Accu-Therm plate heat exchanger plates promotes high turbulence at low fluid velocities. This turbulence results in very high heat transfer coefficients.   **Reduced Fouling** The Accu-Therm plate heat exchanger's high turbulence, uniform fluid flow, and the smooth plate surface reduce fouling and the need for frequent cleaning.  **Compact Size** Because of the high thermal efficiency and high surface density, the Mueller Accu-Therm requires 1/5 to 1/2 of the floor space of other types of equivalent duty heat transfer equipment. You can also service and maintain the plate heat exchanger in the same area it occupies when in operation. **Cross Contamination Eliminated** In the Accu-Therm unit, each medium is individually gasketed. The space between gaskets is vented to atmosphere, eliminating the possibility of any cross contamination of fluids. This feature makes the Accu-Therm especially ideal for applications where product contamination cannot be tolerated. ** "Free-Flow" Plate Heat Exchangers** Mueller also offers the expandable, lightweight Accu-Therm "Free-Flow" plate heat exchanger, featuring a clever heat transfer plate designed with a more open fluid-flow channel, making it ideal for viscous products, slurries, and effluent streams that contain particles and fibers which can block the flow channels and plug up conventional heat exchangers. Each medium is individually gasketed in the "Free-Flow" plate heat exchanger, making it ideal for applications where product contamination cannot be tolerated. In addition, these compact units are easy to disassemble and clean, which means less downtime and cost during maintenance.  **High Viscosity Applications** Because the Accu-Therm induces turbulence at low fluid velocities, it has practical application for high viscosity fluids.  **Lower Cost** Plate heat exchangers are generally more economical than other types of equivalent duty heat exchangers due to the higher thermal efficiency and lower manufacturing cost of plate heat exchangers.  **Easy to Clean and Inspect** By simply removing the compression bolts and sliding away the movable end frame, you can visually inspect every square inch of the Accu-Therm heat transfer surface. The unit also lends itself to easy and economical clean-in-place (CIP) procedures because the amount of retained liquid is very low.  **True Counterflow** In the plate heat exchanger, fluids flow in opposite directions, resulting in greater effective temperature differences. This reduces the amount of heat transfer surface required.  **Close Approach Temperatures** An important factor in regeneration and heat recovery applications is the approach temperatures of the heat transfer media. Very close approach temperatures of 1°F to 2°F are possible because of the true counter flow and high heat transfer efficiency of the plates in the Accu-Therm plate heat exchanger. **Multiple Duties with a Single Unit** It is possible to heat or cool two or more fluids within the same Accu-Therm unit by simply installing intermediate divider sections between the heat transfer plates. This saves you floor space and plumbing costs.  ** Lightweight** Accu-Therm plate heat exchangers are lighter in total weight than other types of heat exchangers because of reduced liquid volume and less surface area for a given application. This allows for the Accu-Therm installation to be closer to your heating and cooling needs.  **Expandable** The expandable feature of the Accu-Therm protects your investment. If your heat transfer requirements change, your Accu-Therm unit will not become obsolete. Instead, you can adjust the unit's thermal performance by releasing the compression bolts, rolling back the end frame, and adding or removing plates.   ## Specifications and Sizing Work with our innovative engineers to create a Plate Heat Exchanger that is perfect for you and your facility. At Paul Mueller Company we work to meet all your needs and with our various configurations, sizes, and specifications we are confident that we will be able to make a high quality product that you will love. ## Downloads [** Accu-Therm Plate Heat Exchanger Mixed Gasket Instruction ManualDownload ](https://en.paulmueller.com/hubfs/Food-Processing/Downloads/Mueller-Accu-Therm-Mixed-Gasket-Instruction-Manual.pdf?hsLang=en-gb) [** Plate Heat Exchanger Design RequestDownload ](https://en.paulmueller.com/hubfs/Food-Processing/Downloads/Paul-Mueller-Company-Accu-Therm-Plate-Heat-Exchanger-Design-Request-O-1858-10-17.pdf?hsLang=en-gb) [** Accu-Therm Plate Heat Exchanger BrochureDownload ](https://en.paulmueller.com/hubfs/Food-Processing/Downloads/Paul-Mueller-Company-Accu-Therm-Plate-Heat-Exchangers-Brochure.pdf?hsLang=en-gb) ## Our Food Partners Their legendary brands have brought us the foods and ingredients that have stocked our pantries and refrigerators for decades. We are proud to collaborate with these food companies. ![Saputo.png](https://www.paulmueller.com/hubfs/Food-Processing/Partners/Partner-Logos_v2/Saputo.png) ![Hiland-Dairy-Foods.png](https://www.paulmueller.com/hubfs/Food-Processing/Partners/Partner-Logos_v2/Hiland-Dairy-Foods.png) ![Leprino-Foods.png](https://www.paulmueller.com/hubfs/Food-Processing/Partners/Partner-Logos_v2/Leprino-Foods.png) ![Noosa.png](https://www.paulmueller.com/hubfs/Food-Processing/Partners/Partner-Logos_v2/Noosa.png) ![Sugar-Creek.png](https://www.paulmueller.com/hubfs/Food-Processing/Partners/Partner-Logos_v2/Sugar-Creek.png) ![Dannon.png](https://www.paulmueller.com/hubfs/Food-Processing/Partners/Partner-Logos_v2/Dannon.png) ## Consult With Our Experts Paul Mueller Company Headquarters Missouri, USA The Americas: [+1-417-575-9000](tel:+1-417-575-9000) Europe, Africa, Middle East: [+31 (0)88-6830000](tel:+31%20(0)88-6830000) Asia Pacific: [+31 (0)88-6830000 ](tel:%20+31%20(0)88-683%200000) [Locations](https://en.paulmueller.com/contact-us?hsLang=en-gb) [![Academy](https://www.paulmueller.com/hubfs/2017/Footer/icons/Academy_Mueller.png)](https://en.paulmueller.com/academy?hsLang=en-gb) [Academy](https://en.paulmueller.com/academy?hsLang=en-gb) [![Media](https://www.paulmueller.com/hubfs/2017/Footer/icons/Media_Mueller.png)](https://en.paulmueller.com/media?hsLang=en-gb) [Media](https://en.paulmueller.com/media?hsLang=en-gb) [![Our Teams](https://www.paulmueller.com/hubfs/2017/Footer/icons/OurTeams_Mueller.png)](https://en.paulmueller.com/our-teams?hsLang=en-gb) [Our Teams](https://en.paulmueller.com/our-teams?hsLang=en-gb) [![Careers](https://www.paulmueller.com/hubfs/2017/Footer/icons/Career_Mueller.png)](https://en.paulmueller.com/careers?hsLang=en-gb) [Careers](https://en.paulmueller.com/careers?hsLang=en-gb) [![Employee](https://www.paulmueller.com/hubfs/2017/Footer/icons/Employees_Mueller.png)](https://employee.paulmueller.com/) [Employee](https://employee.paulmueller.com/) - [![Academy](https://www.paulmueller.com/hubfs/2020/Menu_Icons/Icons_Grey_Blog.png) Academy](https://en.paulmueller.com/academy?hsLang=en-gb) - [![Paul Mueller](https://www.paulmueller.com/hubfs/2020/Menu_Icons/Icons_White_Mueller.png) Paul Mueller](https://en.paulmueller.com?hsLang=en-gb) ** ** [![Paul Mueller Company](https://www.paulmueller.com/hubfs/2019/Home/PMC_RGB_PrimaryBrandmark_.png "Paul Mueller Company")](https://en.paulmueller.com/?hsLang=en-gb) ![DEG - Paul Mueller Company](https://en.paulmueller.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2017/Home/Logos/PMC%20Footer%20Logo.png?width=157&name=PMC%20Footer%20Logo.png "DEG - Paul Mueller Company") At Paul Mueller Company we are united by a belief that the only quality that matters is quality that works for life. With every piece of processing equipment we build, our goal is to have lasting impact. From solar milk coolers in rural Africa, to lifesaving medical technology we are making an impact across the globe. [![Paul Mueller Company on Twitter](https://www.paulmueller.com/hubfs/2019/Icons/twitter.png) ](https://twitter.com/muellercompany) [![Paul Mueller Company on YouTube](https://www.paulmueller.com/hubfs/2019/Icons/youtube.png) ](https://www.youtube.com/user/wearemueller) [![Paul Mueller Company on LinkedIn](https://www.paulmueller.com/hubfs/2019/Icons/linkedin.png) ](https://www.linkedin.com/company/mueller-sales/) [![Paul Mueller Company on Facebook](https://www.paulmueller.com/hubfs/2019/Icons/facebook.png) ](https://www.facebook.com/paulmuellercompanynl) #### Resources - [Academy](https://en.paulmueller.com/academy?hsLang=en-gb) - [Case Studies](https://en.paulmueller.com/case-studies?hsLang=en-gb) - [Certifications](https://en.paulmueller.com/resources-certifications?hsLang=en-gb) - [Business Units](https://en.paulmueller.com/our-teams?hsLang=en-gb) - [Media](https://en.paulmueller.com/media/all?hsLang=en-gb) - [Privacy Statements](https://en.paulmueller.com/privacy?hsLang=en-gb) - [Terms & Conditions](https://www.paulmueller.com/terms-and-conditions) #### Online Tools - [Tank Volume Calculator/ 3D Model Generator](https://my.paulmueller.com/tank-volume-calculator) - [Global Dealer Login](https://it.paulmueller.com/intranet/suppliers/home) - [myMueller](https://my.paulmueller.com/) - [HXRX](https://hxrx.com/) #### Get in Touch - [Contact Us](https://en.paulmueller.com/contact-us?hsLang=en-gb) - [US Employee Login](https://employee.paulmueller.com/) - [NL Employee Login](http://intranet.paulmueller.nl/intranet/employees/home) #### Quick Links - [Services](https://en.paulmueller.com/services?hsLang=en-gb) - [Dairy Farm Dealer Locator](https://en.paulmueller.com/milk-cooling-and-storage/dealer-locator?hsLang=en-gb) - [Heat Transfer Dealer Locator](https://en.paulmueller.com/heat-transfer/manufacturer-representative-locator?hsLang=en-gb) ×