Demystifying the design of demisters
15 Jan 2000
Performance prediction based on computer simulations of actual knitted mesh structures is the key to a series of demisters which make their debut on the Knitmesh (enter 329 on enquiry card) stand 3476.
Using this method, which predicts the average separation efficiencies for individual layers of mesh in a variety of both gas and liquid systems and operating conditions, each demister can be tailored to suit individual process applications, from pressure drop sensitive high vacuum duties right through to high pressure hydrocarbon systems.
Results are said to be far more precise than traditional ’single wire collector’ methods.
Suitable for separating liquid droplets ranging from 2-100 microns, the demisters are said to offer several advantages over other types of equipment.
KnitMesh is also showing an Inlet Distributor which is designed to improve the distribution of the gas flow across the face of the eliminator pad.
The company’s range of Dusec Coalescers has also been upgraded with new end caps to eliminate the problem of material incompatibility in strong solvent conditions. Other benefits include an increase in capacity without any loss in efficiency or increasing pressure drop.
