Efficient Phase Separation
Faster and more reliable liquid separation
- Significantly accelerated sedimentation behavior
- Shorter residence time & smaller containers
- Efficient coalescence of small droplets
- Optimized separation results through material selection
The Features
of Our Separation Elements
for Liquid Phase Separation
Numerous applications require the separation of emulsified, immiscible liquid phases. Our coalescence mesh reduces residence time and container dimensions by significantly accelerating the gravity-driven sedimentation of liquids with different densities. The large wire surface area promotes the accumulation of small droplets. At the contact points of the mesh, many small droplets combine to form a few large droplets. This improves sedimentation behavior with a more favorable ratio of volume to surface area (according to Stokes' law).
GDW Rhodius KMS’s composite meshes made from hydrophilic and hydrophobic wire materials combinations optimally utilize the surface interactions of the continuous and dispersed phases. This efficient coalescence results in an optimized separation outcome.
Application Areas for Our Separation Elements for Liquid Phase Separation
- Oil separation from wastewater
- Washing processes in plastic manufacturing
- Dewatering of silicone oils
- Extraction columns
- Biodiesel production
- Refineries
You want to separate phases cleanly – space-saving, efficient, and process-safe?
We have the solution!
You need to efficiently separate two immiscible liquids, such as oil and water, alcohol and silicone, or solvent mixtures? Our coalescence meshes accelerate droplet agglomeration, reduce residence time in the separator, and minimize space requirements.
Talk to our experts about how we can optimize your separation process through the targeted use of hydrophilic and hydrophobic materials.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on Liquid Phase Separation
How does phase separation work with a coalescence mesh?
The large wire surface area of the mesh favors the accumulation of small droplets from the dispersed phase. At the contact points of the wires, these droplets coalesce into a few large droplets, which then settle significantly faster due to gravity.
What is the main advantage of GDW Rhodius KMS’s method?
The main advantage is the significant acceleration of the separation process. This allows for a shorter residence time of the liquids in the container, leading to smaller and more cost-effective container dimensions.
How does the use of hydrophilic and hydrophobic materials work?
By combining water-attracting (hydrophilic) and water-repelling (hydrophobic) wires in a mesh, we make optimal use of the surface interactions between both liquid phases to achieve an optimized separation result.
For which applications is this technology suitable?
Typical applications include oil separation from wastewater, biodiesel production, various processes in refineries, washing processes in plastic manufacturing, and dewatering of silicone oils.
What principle is behind the improved separation?
The improvement is based on Stokes’ law. By coalescing many small droplets into a few large ones, the ratio of volume to surface area improves, significantly accelerating sedimentation behavior.