Falling film evaporator for temperature-sensitive products
In processes where the concentration of temperature-sensitive liquids is required, traditional evaporators often cause quality degradation. Challenges such as high energy consumption and long residence times necessitate a more efficient solution.
Ensure efficient concentration with minimal heat impact
The Falling Film Evaporator by GEA is specifically designed for gentle evaporation processes, making it ideal for temperature-sensitive products. It employs a vertical shell-and-tube heat exchanger coupled with a centrifugal separator, ensuring efficient and swift operation. The evaporator operates mostly under vacuum conditions with extremely short residence times, preserving the quality of your product. Its high energy efficiency is achieved through a multiple-effect arrangement or thermal/mechanical vapor recompression. Additionally, the flexible design allows the use of waste heat, such as exhaust air or hot water, further diminishing operational costs. Suitable for liquids containing minor solids and exhibiting low to moderate incrustation tendencies, this evaporator boasts quick start-up, seamless switching to cleaning processes, and uncomplicated product changes. GEA’s innovative distribution system ensures complete wetting of the heating surface, preventing deposits and incrustation. Capacities range up to 150 t/h, making it a robust choice for diverse industrial applications.
Benefits
- High product quality with minimal heat impact
- Energy-efficient through multiple-effect and vapor recompression
- Uses waste heat sources, reducing operational costs
- Quick start-up and easy maintenance
- Handles up to 150 t/h, suitable for various industries