Dredger Design & Build Workshop
Navigate the Demands of Modern Dredging Through Technical Expertise and Learning
Dredging vessels operate in some of the world’s most challenging marine environments. Whether maintaining vital shipping channels, reclaiming land, or supporting offshore projects, your vessels are expected to deliver maximum uptime, reliability, and operational efficiency—often under extreme conditions.
At the heart of these operations, Gasketed Plate Heat Exchangers (GPHE) play a critical role in ensuring optimal heating and cooling for propulsion, auxiliary systems, and onboard comfort. Yet, the unique operational profile of dredgers—characterized by variable loads, abrasive waters, and continuous duty cycles—places exceptional demands on GPHE systems.
Invest in your professional development and deepen your understanding of vital heat transfer technologies
At Alfa Laval, we are committed to sharing our expertise and fostering knowledge within the industries we serve. Our Technical Insights Workshops are designed to provide you with clear, practical insights into key aspects of heat transfer and sustainable energy solutions.
Delivered by our experienced team, these sessions offer valuable learning opportunities on how to optimize your gasketed plate heat exchangers (GPHEs) for peak performance, energy savings, and long-term reliability.
"Turning technical knowledge into operational advantage."
Ensure clean, efficient, and reliable heat transfer in your processing lines
Workshop Details:
Format: On-Site at the Alfa Laval Service Center in Waalwijk
Audience: Dredging companies, shipyards, technical managers, engineers, and maintenance teams
Certificate of completion: Yes 🎓
Available Regions: Benelux
Language: Dutch (English support available)
Duration: 3 hours
Fee: Free of charge – Registration closes when sessions are full!
Date: Multiple dates available in registration form
Registration is available for both morning and afternoon training sessions via the form on the right-hand side. →
🕓 September 22 | 09:00 - 12:30 (incl. lunch)
🕓 September 22 | 12:30 - 16:00 (incl. lunch)
🕓 October 1 | 09:00 - 12:30 (incl. lunch)
🕓 October 1 | 12:30 - 16:00 (incl. lunch)
Why Attend?
“Dredgers require robust, reliable, and easily maintainable solutions to keep operations running smoothly—every hour, every day.” Our GPHE Technical Insights Workshop is designed specifically for dredging companies and shipyards building dredgers. This is your opportunity to:
Address Day-to-Day Challenges:
• Combat fouling and scaling from abrasive and sediment-laden waters.
• Ensure consistent thermal performance despite fluctuating operational loads.
• Minimize downtime with efficient maintenance strategies.
Explore the Latest Technical Solutions:
• Discover innovations in design and materials tailored for dredging environments.
• Learn about predictive maintenance and monitoring for maximum uptime.
• Share best practices with peers and industry experts.
Enhance Vessel Performance:
• Improve energy efficiency and reduce operational costs.
• Extend equipment life and reduce unplanned outages.
• Meet the evolving demands of modern dredging projects.
GPHE Technical Insights Workshops include:
Technical Deep Dive
Explore the engineering behind GPHEs:
- Design principles and energy-saving potential
- Application-specific benefits for food and water processing systems
- Common failure modes and how to mitigate them
Hands-On Training
Work directly with GPHE units to:
- Disassemble and inspect plates and gaskets
- Identify fouling, corrosion, and wear
- Reassemble with precision and care
- Practice leak detection and troubleshooting
We invite you and your team to join us for this interactive, marine-focused workshop. Share your experiences, learn from industry leaders, and discover how the latest GPHE solutions can help you maximize uptime and efficiency in your dredging operations.
Meet the Trainers
Wim Beyens
Field Service Engineer
Leo Peters
Sustainability Manager
Andres Verdejo
Field Sales Engineer
Harm Pranger
Field Sales Engineer
