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Plate and frame heat exchangers are critical for maintaining heat transfer efficiency in industrial applications. While ultrasonic cleaning is a common method for cleaning these systems, it is not always sufficient. Heavy scaling, biological fouling, oil and grease accumulations, and complex geometries can prevent ultrasonics from fully dislodging deposits. In some cases, contamination resides within narrow channels or permanently welded plates, making it even more challenging to remove using standard cleaning techniques.

When contaminants such as mineral scale, oils, or biological residues are not completely removed, they reduce heat exchanger efficiency, shorten the time between cleanings, and risk permanent damage to the plates. Over time, residual contamination can carbonize, rendering the heat exchanger irreparable and requiring costly replacements.