Product driven steam jet vacuum systems for polyester and nylon production

Optimize your vacuum processes with product-driven steam jet systems, ensuring seamless operations in polyester and nylon production while minimizing water infiltration and energy consumption.

Creates and Maintains Vacuum for Nylon and Polyester Production

GEA’s Product Driven Steam Jet Vacuum Systems leverage proven jet pump technology to address the unique demands of polyester and nylon production. These systems utilize product vapor to maintain vacuum during key processes, such as evaporation and crystallization, reducing water contamination and enhancing energy efficiency. With the capability to handle both gas and vapor types, they integrate seamlessly into various industrial settings, including chemical, pharmaceutical, and environmental management. The systems feature low-maintenance designs without moving parts, offering virtually unlimited lifespans with appropriate material selection, including options for corrosion-resistant materials. Customization options enable adaptation to specific production requirements, supported by engineering expertise from GEA. Ideal for continuous or manual operations, these vacuum systems are essential for optimizing fiber and yarn quality in high-demand applications.

Benefits

  • Ensures high-quality fiber production by minimizing water contamination through product vapor-driven operation.
  • Reduces energy costs with efficient use of process vapors as motive medium.
  • Virtually maintenance-free due to lack of moving parts, saving on maintenance labor and costs.
  • Adaptable to various industrial environments with material customization options for corrosion resistance.
  • Provides long-lasting service life, ensuring continuous operation and reliable performance.

General


Applications
Polyester,Nylon
End products
Polyester fibers,Nylon fibers,Polyester yarns,Nylon yarns
Steps before
Heat recovery,Evaporating,Distillation,Crystallization,Deodorization
Steps after
Cooling,Degassing,Drying,Condensate reuse
Input ingredients
water vapor,product vapor,motive steam
Output ingredients
condensate,motive steam condensate
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


Vacuum Type
Steam Jet Vacuum
Motive Medium
Product Vapor/Water Vapor
Condensate Handling
Re-evaporation/Direct Use
Materials of Construction
Various Materials
Maintenance
Maintenance-free
Energy Requirement
Low for Organic Vapors

Operating Characteristics


Working Mechanism
Jet pump technology
Evaporation medium
Product vapor / Water vapor
Water Ingress Control
No water entry required
Operation Environment
Virtually all situations
Automation level
Manual / Automatic
Energy Efficiency
Lower energy requirement with organic vapors
Condensate Management
Reuse / Re-evaporation
Installation
Quick and easy
Maintenance Requirement
Low / Maintenance-free
Lifetime
Almost unlimited

Physical Characteristics


Material of Construction
Various including corrosion-resistant materials
Footprint
Compact design adaptable to various installations
Shape and Size
Customizable based on plant requirements
Discharge Method
Motive steam re-evaporation

Custom Options


Control panel type
HMI / PLC / SCADA
Material of Construction
Stainless Steel / Graphite
Integration possibilities
Seamless with existing systems
Installation flexibility
Horizontal / Vertical setup