Overview
A Thin Film Evaporator (TFE) plant is an industrial system designed for the large-scale separation, concentration, and purification of liquid mixtures. Atommek TFE plants combine reactors, heating systems, thin film surfaces, control systems, and auxiliary equipment to form a complete unit that ensures efficient and precise evaporation.
These systems are essential for industries handling heat-sensitive, viscous, or high-boiling liquids, allowing continuous operation and high-quality end products.
Application Industries
- Pharmaceutical Industry
- Chemical Industry
- Petrochemical Industry
- Food & Beverage Industry
- Environmental Industry
- Renewable Energy
- Polymer Industry
- Oil & Lubricant Industry
How It Works
Atommek Thin Film Evaporators operate on thin film technology, spreading the liquid solution over a heated cylindrical surface as a thin layer. This thin film ensures:
- Efficient heat transfer
- Rapid evaporation
- Preservation of product quality
The evaporated solvent is then condensed and can be reused as needed, optimizing energy efficiency and reducing operational costs.
Process Steps
- Feed liquid enters the TFE system.
- Liquid spreads as a thin film on the heated surface.
- Solvent vaporizes due to controlled heat application.
- Concentrated products are collected.
- Vapor is condensed and recovered.
Features & Advantages
- High Viscosity Processing: Efficiently evaporates thick or viscous solutions.
- Heat-Sensitive Material Processing: Low temperature differences preserve material quality.
- Energy Efficient: Thin film evaporation consumes less thermal energy.
- High Concentration Output: Produces highly concentrated end products.
- Customizable Systems: Plant design tailored to client specifications.
- Safety Oriented: Designed with worker and environmental safety in mind.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Typical Range / Options |
|---|---|
| Max. Operating Temperature | 150–250 °C |
| Max. Working Pressure | 0.5–25 bar |
| Materials | SS316, SS316L, Carbon Steel, or alloys |
| Flow Rate | 1–40 m³/h (depending on model) |
| Evaporation Surface | Thin film cylindrical surface |
| Heat Source | Steam, thermal oil, or electrical heating |
| Control System | Automated temperature, pressure, and flow control |
| Dimensions | Customizable per client requirement |
Note: Exact specifications are provided per project; contact Atommek for detailed datasheets.
Process & Evaporation Options
Evaporation process is highly customizable:
- Heat Exchanger Options: Plate or tubular heat exchangers to pre-heat liquid
- Evaporation Surface Design: Optimized for high surface area and efficient vaporization
- Pressure & Temperature Control: Adjustable to control evaporation rate
Automation
Continuous monitoring of temperature, pressure, flow, and concentration.