The sanitary Compabloc condenser is probably the most compact, efficient and versatile condenser in the world.     In the pharmaceutical industry there is a requirement for reliable and high quality condensers. The Alfa Laval Compabloc is based on an innovative concept completely different from traditional shell-and-tube condensers. It really represents a quantum leap both technically and in terms of cost benefits. The Compabloc is one of the most compact solutions available, as a result of its outstanding heat transfer efficiency. The Compabloc can be installed as a condenser or reboiler for columns, as a condenser for reactors and in a wide range of other heat exchanger applications. In API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient) production the Compabloc is mainly used as primary and vent condenser for reactors, as well as condenser in solvent recovery and drying systems. The sanitary Compabloc meets the cGMP requirements of pharmaceutical industries. It has no liquid retention inside and is fully drainable. Heat transfer plates can be electropolished as an option to meet a surface roughness of Ra < 0.8µm. A CIP (clean-in-place) process is preferred for cleaning the Compabloc. The Compabloc is also very easy to dismantle for inspection, giving access to both product- and service medium sides. The design of the Compabloc makes it perfect for duties in deep vacuum. Corrosive environments and aggressive fluids can be handled as the Compabloc offers a variety of options for metals; including stainless steel 316L, Hastelloy C22, C2000 and Tantalum. Engineered for reliability and efficiency the sanitary Compabloc condenser offer you the highest quality of performance.