MIST ELIMINATORS
Mist elimination, or the removal of entrained liquid
droplets from a vapor stream, is one of the most
commonly encountered processes of unit operation.
Droplets are removed from a vapor stream through a
regardless series of three stages: collision & adherence
to a target, coalescence into larger droplets, and
drainage from the impingement element.
TYPICAL SIZE RANGE OF MIST DROPLETS
CREATED BY VARIOUS PROCESS (MICRONS)
Mechanical
Column packing or trays 5 to 800 µm
Sprays 10 to 1,000 µm
Surface evaporation 3 to 1,000 µm
Chemical
Acid mists 0.1 to 15 µm
Condensation
Blown o? heat exchanger surface 3 to 500 µm
In saturated vapor 0.1 to 50 µm
WIN MESH-TYPE
WIN - Mesh Type Mist Eliminators consist of a pad of knitted wire by-pass either between sections or between pad and vessel wall.
mesh usually sandwiched between grids for mechanical support.
Except for units less than about 600mm diameter, they are normally Each mesh pad is formed from crimped layers of knitted fabric with
split into sections of between 300 to 400 mm wide to facilitate the direction of the crimp rotated 90o in each adjacent layer to
installation through a vessel man way. The pads are cut slightly provide a uniform voidage together with a high ratio of ?lament
oversize to ensure a snug ?t and thus eliminate any possible vapor surface per unit volume of pad.
Speci?cations:
WIN - Mesh Type Mist Eliminators are manufactured in a variety of materials. The list of WIN standard mesh styles is illustrated herewith:
HE - High E?ciency removal of ?ne mists, GP - General Purpose, DS - Dirty Service where fouling is an issue, HC-High Capacity
WIN - Mesh Type Mist Eliminator Styles:
SPECIFICATIONS (FOR SS MATERIALS)
STYLE BULK DENSITY SURFACE AREA FREE VOLUME
(Kg/m3 ) (m2/m3) (PERCENTAGE)
HE-CBA 192 640 97.6
HE 144 480 98.2
HE-CBF 115 383 98.6
GP-DBA 192 350 97.6
GP 173 315 97.8
GP-DCA 144 262 98.2
DS 112 204 98.6
DS-ICA 80 145 99.0
HC-GOH 90 161 98.9
HC-AGB 145 260 98.2
HC-GOI 159 284 98.0
HC-AID 132 377 98.4
Note: We also, make multi-layer Mist Eliminators depending on speci?c requirements.
We also o?er some of the above styles with modi?ed structures for higher capacity and lower pressure drop.
WIN - Mesh Type Mist Eliminator Preliminary Sizing:
Mesh pads should be sized so that the face area provides a Operating pressure loss across the pad within the above design
vapor rate of approximately 80% of the maximum allowable re- range is normally less than 50 mmH2O depending upon mesh
entrainment velocity. For estimation purposes, suitable design density, pad thickness, liquid loading and vapor rate.
velocities occur at a K-factor of 0.11 m/s for vertical ?ow, or 0.15
m/s for horizontal gas ?ow (due to better drainage):- An approximate pressure drop can be estimated from the formula:
VS= K.{(ÞL - ÞV)/ÞV }0.5 Wet ΔP(mmH2 O) = C.(Þ L - ÞV) K2..t
where Vs = Max vapor velocity (m/s)
Where C = 16.5 for a typical ’GP-DBA’ style WIN – Mesh Type Mist
ÞV = Vapor density (kg/m3) Eliminators, and ’t’ is the pad thickness in meters.
ÞL = Liquid density (kg/m3) For optimum designs the K-factor should be modi?ed to take into
account the operating pressure, liquid viscosity, surface tension,
liquid entrainment etc.
WIN - VANE TYPE
WIN - Vane Type Mist Eliminators operate over a wide range of fouling and non-fouling operating conditions.
Characteristics:
WIN - Vane Type Mist Eliminators are made of curved parallel plates This construction requires less maintenance due to the robust design
with special characteristics related to the particular service to collect and is suitable for wide range of services such as separators and
and drain the separated liquid. compressor suction scrubbers with lower pressure loss along with
high liquid loads.
The ”V-C / V-CA” are plain, non-pocketed styles designed for larger droplet removal from vapor in normal, fouling applications with
either vertical or horizontal gas ?ow.
WIN STYLE 'V-D' WIN STYLE 'V-C'
The ”V-D / V-DA” are designed for droplet removal from vapor WIN - Vane Type Mist Eliminators are fabricated in sections sized
?owing horizontally. In this con?guration, the vanes are ?tted with to ?t through vessel manholes.
hooks to trap and drain the collected liquid.
WIN - Vane Type Mist Eliminator Styles:
SPECIFICATIONS WIN - Vane Type Mist Eliminator Preliminary Sizing:
STYLE
NO OF PASSES HOOKS
The design of WIN - Vane Type Mist Eliminators depends on many
factors, but a preliminary sizing can be undertaken viz:
V-C 4 NO
VS= K.{(ÞL - ÞV)/ÞV }0.5
V-CA 3 NO
Where Vs = Max velocity in vanes, m/s
V-D 4 YES
ÞV = Density of vapor, kg/m3
ÞL = Density of liquid, kg/m3
V-DA 3 YES
Vane Style K-Factor
V-CA (vertical gas ?ow) 0.175 (m/s)
V-G 7 NO V-CA (horizontal gas ?ow) 0.200 (m/s)
V-D (horizontal gas- ?ow) 0.225 (m/s)
Special Construction For Fine Mist Removal With High Liquid Loading
Removal of smaller droplets can be achieved using a two stage WIN – Vane Type Mist Eliminators are manufactured under strict
Mist Eliminator by ?tting a mesh pad to the upstream face of the conformance and quality control guidelines. They are designed to
unit to coalesce droplets as small as 1 to 2 microns into droplets in provide optimum performance in a variety of process applications.
the size range which are easily removed by the WIN – Vane Type
Mist Eliminator.
DV 270 (T-271) VANE TYPE MIST ELIMINATOR
The DV 270 (T-271) droplet separator is a vane type separator for
droplets is directed through separator chambers which vertical flow.
The gas flow charged with liquid are designed for maximum effect
on the gas flow. As a result of this configuration, inertial droplets. The
droplets impinge onto the profiles, where forces act on the they form
a liquid film which is subsequently drained off as a result of gravity.
V-shaped impressions on the separator plates ensure that the liquid
is drained off in the correct manner and returns to the gas flow.
Design
Munters DV 270 (T-271) vertical flow mist eliminator has been
engineered to operate at higher velocities, recover expensive
chemicals, reduce operating costs and provide performance far
superior to any conventional chevron or baffle type eliminator.
Opposing angle chevron collection grooves on each profile surface
provide a low velocity zone where collected droplets accumulate
and drain to the edges of the profile subsections. Agglomerated
liquids then drain from the modules as large droplets forming a liquid
stream without risk of being carried back into the separator by the up-
flowing gas stream.
• The most established droplet separator for vertical ?ow scrubber applications
• Extremely low pressure loss
• Suitable for retro?ts
• Available in PP, PPGC and stainless steel alloys
• Equipped with ?ushing / cleaning systems for plugging sensitive applications
LIQUID COALESCERS
WIN liquid Coalescers can solve separation problems involving immiscible liquids. Whether it is capacity constraints, loss of valuable
solvents or more stringent environmental compliance, we can help you meet the requirements.
WIN - Liquid Coalescer Types:
SPECIFICATIONS
TYPE
MEDIA DROPLET SIZE (mµ)
CP Corrugated Plates >40
KM Knitted Mesh >20
CK Co-knits of Wire & >10
Filament / Fiber
CATALYST BED SUPPORTS
The support chosen for a catalyst has a critical impact In addition to the active catalysts and adsorbents, each
on catalyst activity, selectivity and ease of catalyst reactor requires inert hold-down and support materials
recycling. The support can impart an acidic or basic above and below the catalyst or adsorbent. The hold-
environment for the active catalyst component. Each down and support materials are usually spheres in
support chemistry has different tendencies towards various sizes of either pure alumina or alumina-silicate
impurities which can poison the desired reaction or depending on the duty.
enhance a competing reaction. In addition, each
support chemistry has a unique range of available pore
size distributions and stability to thermal, hydrothermal
or acidic conditions. -
Functional importance:
The function of the support material is to provide a level The function of the hold-down material is twofold. Firstly,
surface on which the catalyst or adsorbent rests. The it stops the catalyst or adsorbent particles from moving
support material either ?lls the dished end of the reactor as a result of high gas velocities in the head-space of the
or rests on a support grid, if one is installed. The support vessel. Movement would result in irregular ?ow through
material is loaded in size-graded layers such that there is the catalyst or adsorbent bed and in some cases, the
relatively large material at the bottom to minimize active material milling itself to dust, leading to poor
pressure drop between the bottom of the catalyst or performance and rising pressure drop. Secondly, the
adsorbent bed and the gas outlet from the vessel. This is hold-down material provides a level of protection
topped with an additional two or more layers of (4” in against any particulates in the feed stream that would
depth). The support media in these layers continue to poison or foul the catalyst or adsorbent.
decrease in size with the top layer being slightly smaller
than the catalyst or adsorbent particle to avoid mixing
of the active material into the support medium. An Active
Bed Support may be used to augment inert balls
performance in most adsorption applications.
ALUMINA / INERT BALLS
Alumina Supports have a wide range of surface areas and pore
volumes. The supports can be treated for excellent stability at high
temperatures to avoid agglomeration/sintering of surface metals.
They are appropriate for intermediate pH.
Alumina Balls are available in following sizes
Nominal sizes - mm:
3, 6, 13, 19, 25, 38, 50
Bulk density range - Kgs/Liter (lbs/ft 3):
1.6 to 2.5 (100-156)
Apparent porosity range - %:
1 to 20
Crushing strength range - Kgs (lbs):
50 to 1600 (110 - 3525)
SERVICES
FEASIBILITY STUDY
We are equipped to carry out complete feasibility studies for new and
revamp projects. The range of service includes process simulation, hydrau-
lic design of columns, mechanical design and preparation of drawings.
Whether it is the design or rating of an absorber, stripper, fractionator or
extractor our vast experience in varied industries has helped us develop a
strong database in various mass transfer applications.
DESIGN & DRAFTING
The availability of modern design software and in-house high-tech automa-
tion allows us to select the best option to perform design and drafting ser-
vice for any type of mass transfer equipment. We have experience in de-
signing & drafting of various types of packed column internals and trays,
including high performance distributors/redistributors, chimney trays, high
capacity valve trays, ba?e trays and more. Our in-house engineering and
manufacturing capabilities promote e?cient lines of communication be -
tween our mechanical and production departments.
This permits our mechanical engineers to prepare ?awless drawings result-
ing in fewer design revisions and world-class product quality
We provide custom design expertise for the mass transfer equip- We have system for design customization and standardization
ment in the new as well as the existing applications and unusual which helps us to shrink the design cycle time, which further helps in
installations. reducing the delivery lead time.
SITE INSTALLATION
We provide installation services for new projects and revamp jobs pertain-
ing to packings, trays and internals. Our team is well versed with the instal-
lation of all own products and if need arises also assist in the installation
of products not designed and supplied by us.
Installation consulting services are available upon request when installa-
tion of our Mass Transfer products is performed by others. We aim to
provide quick and reliable solutions to unforeseen problems that may arise
during installation. Please contact our Sales Representative for more
details related to this service.
TROUBLESHOOTING
You can rely on us for guidance on any design, operation and that your typical emergency replenishment requirements can be met
maintenance related problems. Our mass production manufacturing during planned and unplanned shutdowns.
capabilities for components such as packings, valves, etc. will ensure
Some companies using KEVIN/MUNTERS supplied equipment include
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company - UAE
Abu Dhabi Gas Industries (GASCO) - UAE
Abu Dhabi Oil Refinery (TAKREER) - UAE
Air Products & Chemicals, Inc. - USA
Bahrain Petroleum Company - Bahrain
Bharat Oman Refineries Ltd. - India
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. - India
Brahmaputra Cracker and Polymer Limited - India
Cadila Healthcare Limited - India
Canadian Natural Resources - Canada
Cheminova - Denmark
Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited - India
Coromandel International Limited - India
Dangote Oil Refining Company - Nigeria
Dow Chemical Company - USA
Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd. - India
DuPont - USA
Essar Projects Ltd. - India
Farabi Petrochemicals Pvt. Ltd. - Saudi Arabia
Formosa Plastics - Taiwan
Gas Authority of India Ltd. (GAIL) - India
GE Water - Kuwait
Godrej Industries Ltd. - India
Grande Pariosse - France
Grasim Industries Ltd.- India
Gujarat Fluorochemicals Ltd. - India
Haldia Petrochemicals Ltd. - India
Heavy Water Board - India
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd. - India
Hismelt Kwinana - Australia
HPCL-Mittal Energy Ltd. - India
Idemistu Kosan Global - Japan
Indian Farmers Fertilizers Co-Operative Ltd. - India
Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. - India
Indorama Eleme Fertilizers & Chemicals - Nigeria
JSC Acron - Russia
JSC Syzran Oil Refinery - Russia
Jubail Chevron Phillips Co. - Saudi Arabia
Krishak Bharti Cooperative Ltd. - India
Kuwait National Petroleum Company - Kuwait
Mangalore Refinery & Petrochemicals Ltd. - India
Mitsubishi Chemicals - Japan
National Fertilizers Ltd. - India
Numaligarh Refineries Ltd. - India
Oil & Natural Gas Corporation Ltd. - India
Oman India Fertilizer Company S.A.O.C. - Oman
Petronas - Malaysia
Qatar Fertilizer Co. S.A.Q. - Qatar
Qatar Petrochemicals Company ( QAPCO) - Qatar
Rashtriya Chemicals & Fertilizers Ltd. - India
Reliance Industries Ltd. - India
Ruwais Fertilizers Industries Ltd. (FERTIL) - UAE
Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC) - Saudi Arabia
Schekinoazot OJSC - Russia
Sohar aluminium LLC/ Sohar Power - Oman
Solvay - India
State Oil Company of Azerbaijan Republic (SOCAR) - Azerbaijan
TCI Sanmar Chemicals S.A.E. - Egypt
Thai Peroxide Limited - Thailand
UOP LLC - USA
Yara Pilbara Fertilizers Pty. Ltd. - Australia
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