High Performance

Liquid Distributors

High-performance liquid distributors ensure uniform liquid distribution that is essential for maximizing the performance of high-efficiency packings. Engineered with evenly spaced and unobstructed drip points, consistent flow across each distribution point, and sufficient vapor passage area, these distributors deliver reliable, optimized packed column performance in demanding separation services.

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When high-performance tower packings were introduced in the 1970s and 1980s, it became apparent that the distributor designs at the time were not sufficient to maximize the potential of these high-performance packings. INTALOX® high-performance liquid distributors are developed features to ensure uniform liquid distribution was provided throughout the column cross-sectional area to achieve the highest performance of the packed tower. These important features are well understood and applied to all INTALOX® high-performance liquid distributors.

Design features include:

  • Drip points spaced in a uniform pattern
  • Uninterrupted drip points,clear of risers, supports, and panel joints
  • Minimal variation of flow across each distribution point 
  • Quantified Drop point uniformity using Koch-Glitsch Distribution quality rating system
  • Sufficient vapor passage area to minimize entrainment and pressure drop
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Distribution for Advanced Separation

These models are optimized for uniform distribution and stable operation in high-performance separation systems.

Distributor types offered include:

Applications:

  • Distillation systems with a large number of theoretical stages per bed
  • Distillation systems with low relative volatility between the key components
  • Distillation services operating near the minimum reflux ratio or close to an equilibrium pinch
  • Absorptionorstrippingapplications with close approach to equilibrium 
  • Heat transfer applications with close approach temperatures
  • High product purity systems
  • Packed beds using high-performance packings

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