Reboiler for distillation plants

Efficiently manage energy input and temperature control in your distillation processes with our advanced reboiler solutions, designed for precise separation and enhanced operational efficiency.

Optimizes Distillation and Heat Exchange Processes

The Reboiler for Distillation Plants by GEA is a versatile solution designed for a wide range of industries including chemical, pharmaceutical, and energy sectors. It features various reboilers like falling film and forced circulation types, each tailored to optimize energy input during distillation. The falling film reboiler is ideal for temperature-sensitive liquids, enabling rapid start-up and shut-down due to its low liquid capacity. Forced circulation reboilers handle viscous and contaminated media efficiently, ensuring high performance with minimized fouling thanks to high liquid velocities. Designed for applications ranging from ethanol production to CO2 recovery, this equipment integrates seamlessly into existing operations, offering continuous, high-speed processing of both liquid and gas products. The reboilers are constructed from robust materials to ensure corrosion resistance and long-lasting performance under harsh industrial conditions. GEA’s equipment complies with industry standards, ensuring reliable operation across diverse operational environments.

Benefits

  • Enhances energy efficiency in distillation, lowering operational costs.
  • Accommodates temperature-sensitive products, preventing degradation.
  • Minimizes fouling, reducing maintenance requirements and downtime.
  • Supports high throughput with continuous operation capabilities.
  • Durable construction suitable for corrosive and challenging environments.

General


Applications
Chemicals,Beverages,Marine,Gas,Refrigeration,Oil,Heating,Environment,Foods,Dairy,Pharmaceuticals
End products
Fruit juice concentrates,Biodiesel,Ethanol,Purified water,Ammonia,Co2 recovery,Pharmaceutical solvents,Marine fuel oil,Refrigerants,Milk concentrates,Heat transfer fluids,Liquefied natural gas,Petroleum distillates,Vegetable oils,Essential oils
Steps before
Feed preparation,Crude separation,Concentration adjustment
Steps after
Dehydration,Purification,Packing
Input ingredients
feed stock,steam,contaminated media,viscose media,temperature-sensitive products
Output ingredients
bottom product,distillation products
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


Reboiler Type
Falling Film / Forced Circulation / Thermo-syphon
Installation Orientation
Vertical / Horizontal
Liquid Holding Capacity
Limited (Falling Film)
Temperature Difference Suitability
Very Small (Falling Film)
Heat Exchanger Performance Range
Optimized with High Liquid Velocities
Pump Influence
Performance and Efficiency
Temperature Sensitivity
Suitable for Temperature-sensitive Products
Energy Efficiency
Energy Saving in Multiple-effect Distillation
Temperature Difference Requirement
High (Thermo-syphon)
Fouling Minimization
Forced Circulation with High Liquid Velocities
Process Condition Stability
Required for Thermo-syphon

Operating Characteristics


Working Mechanism
Falling Film / Forced Circulation / Thermo-syphon
Heat Exchange Efficiency
High for Falling Film
Start-up and Shut-down Time
Rapid for Falling Film
Temperature Sensitivity
Suited for temperature-sensitive products
Liquid Holding Capacity
Limited for Falling Film
Energy Saving Capability
Particularly suited for energy-saving processes
Flow Type
High Liquid Velocity in Forced Circulation
Installation Orientation
Horizontal / Vertical for Forced Circulation
Investment and Operational Costs
Low for Thermo-syphon
Application Limitations
Limited for Thermo-syphon

Material Compatibility


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

Product type Characteristics


Application specificity
Multiple-effect distillation processes

Physical Characteristics


Reboiler Type
Falling film / Forced circulation / Thermo-syphon
Installation Orientation
Horizontal / Vertical
Column Connection
Reboiler-to-column duct
Platform Components
Trays / Downcomer
Baffle Configuration
Yes
Heating Element
Heating Tubes
Manhole Included
Yes

Custom Options


Reboiler type
Falling film / Forced circulation / Thermo-syphon
Installation orientation
Horizontal / Vertical