Gas conditioning tower for industrial gas cooling

Effectively manage high-temperature flue gases through precise cooling and humidification, ensuring optimal operational conditions for downstream filtration processes and compliance with environmental standards.

Cools and Conditions Industrial Gas Emissions

The Gas Conditioning Tower (GCT) from GEA is designed to address the needs of industrial facilities for effective gas cooling and conditioning. Utilizing either hydraulic or twin-fluid atomization, the GCT controls temperature, gas volume, and humidity by evaporating water, crucial in managing emission temperatures for compliance and efficiency. It sees extensive application in oil, gas, energy, chemical, and food processing industries, notably in handling emissions from power plants and petrochemical facilities. Its compact design supports various operations, providing efficient integration into existing production lines. The GCT is capable of continuous industrial-scale operations, equipped with a casing designed to withstand the full under-pressure of an ID fan. With optional materials like stainless steel, it ensures durability against corrosion, while its low-maintenance design curtails ongoing operational costs. Customization options are available, ensuring the GCT meets specific industrial requirements and environmental standards effectively.

Benefits

  • Enhances compliance with emission regulations through precise temperature and volume control.
  • Supports zero liquid discharge, promoting environmental sustainability.
  • Lowers operational costs with energy-efficient atomization techniques.
  • Reduces maintenance downtime due to robust, low-maintenance design.
  • Allows versatile integration across diverse industries like chemical and energy sectors.

General


Applications
Food,Gas,Energy,Beverage,Oil,Environment,Chemical,Pharmaceutical
End products
Pharmaceutical compounds,Beverages,Power plant emissions,Processed foods,Natural gas,Chemical compounds,Petrochemicals,Industrial emissions
Steps before
Gas purification,Particulate removal,Temperature monitoring
Steps after
Filtration,Dust collection,Emission monitoring
Input ingredients
flue gas,inlet temperature,water,compressed air,steam
Output ingredients
cooled gases,reduced gas volume,humidified gases,evaporated water
Market info
GEA is known for its expertise in engineering innovative and sustainable equipment and solutions, focusing on sectors such as food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and energy, with a reputation for quality, efficiency, and advanced technological applications in industrial processing.

Technical Specifications


Atomization Technology
Hydraulic / Twin-fluid
Droplet Size
Variable based on atomization
Energy Consumption
Low (hydraulic) / High (twin-fluid)
Casing Design
Compact / Larger
Inlet Flue Gas Temperature Range
Customizable
Outlet Flue Gas Temperature
Controlled
Injection Control
Via control valve
Load Bearing Capacity
Full under pressure of ID fan
Cleaning Function
Available post-deadtime
Distribution System
Deflection,guide,perforated sheets

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Twin-fluid and hydraulic atomization
Cooling method
Evaporative cooling with water
Droplet size control
Control of droplet size for energy efficiency
Humidity control
Gas volume reduction and humidification
Deflection and guiding system
Deflection,guide,and perforated sheets
Maintenance needs
Low maintenance and cost
Cleaning method
Function available after specific deadtime
Pressure handling
Full under pressure of ID fan
Automation level
Spillback system control
Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD)
Used waste heat for efficient water evaporation

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm

Physical Characteristics


Casing Design
Compact
Droplet Size
Adjustable
Nozzle Type
Spillback / Spray Injection
Material of Construction
Corrosion-resistant steel
Footprint
Compact design
Cooling Function
Available
Evaporation Method
Hydraulic / Twin-fluid Atomization

Custom Options


Casing design
Compact / Larger