Ethanol Dehydration Transformed by Damo’s PV Membrane Solution

1500 TONS Ethanol Dehydratio,10 Dehydration to 0.5

Looking for a game-changing solution to your fuel ethanol dehydration challenges? Discover how Shandong Company employs PV membrane separation solution to efficiently reduce water content from 10% to 0.5% and achieve a remarkable product recovery rate of 99%.

Shandong Company has adopted pervaporation membrane technology in their fuel ethanol dehydration process, utilizing vapor-phase equipment with an annual production capacity of 1,500 tons. They successfully decrease water content from 10% to 0.5% and maintain a stable operation for over a year, while achieving a product recovery rate of 99%.

Explore the inner workings of pervaporation membrane technology and the numerous advantages it provides, including energy efficiency, eco-friendliness, safety, and ease of use.

1500 TONS Ethanol Dehydratio,10% Dehydration to 0.5%
1500 TONS Ethanol Dehydratio,10% Dehydration to 0.5%

Unraveling the Science Behind PV Membrane Separation Technology

Pervaporation membrane technology is a cutting-edge separation method that facilitates molecular-level separation of different molecules. The membrane selectively allows small molecules to pass through while hindering larger molecules, resulting in effective separation. In this particular application, water molecules (0.29mm) are smaller than the organic solvent molecules (ethanol), and the utilized inorganic membrane has a pore size that lies between the two. This setup enables the efficient removal of water molecules from the organic solvent mixture, producing organic solvent products with ultra-low water content.

Key Benefits of Pervaporation Membrane Solution

Energy efficiency

The technology boasts a high single-pass recovery rate, with permeate recovery and utilization exceeding 99%. This efficiency results in energy savings of 30-50% when compared to traditional distillation and adsorption techniques.

Eco-friendliness

PV membrane solution eliminates the need for a third component, and the permeate can be processed, recycled, and reused, minimizing waste and environmental impact.

Safety and Ease of Operation

The process is regulated and monitored automatically using PLC and HMI systems, with a safety interlock protection system in place for enhanced automation and safety.

Compact, Skid-mounted Equipment

This technology requires minimal space, is simple to install and maintain, features low equipment height, and employs a modular design for straightforward maintenance without extensive infrastructure requirements.

Conclusion

The successful implementation of PV membrane separation solution in Shandong Company’s fuel ethanol dehydration process demonstrates the immense potential of this innovative technique for the chemical industry. Offering high efficiency, energy savings, environmental benefits, safety, and simplicity, this technology presents a superior alternative to traditional dehydration methods. Embrace pervaporation vaporization membrane technology in your chemical processes to achieve equally impressive results.

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