Efficiency that pays off: Alfa Laval spiral heat exchangers cut costs by €1.6 million at crude oil refinery

In 1999, a Russian oil company acquired a new refinery, setting modernization and cost control as top priorities. The high maintenance costs associated with the heat exchangers used in the visbreaking process were a significant concern. Alfa Laval was tasked with proving that their spiral heat exchangers could address these issues. The results were impressive, showcasing substantial savings and improved efficiency.

DATE 2025-10-30