Continuous extraction of dissolved materials from a fluid stream

• reliable separation of two fluids with different densities
• for example, useful for the extraction of organic components from a multiphase flow
• through the use of a non-miscible extractant (aqueous or organic)
• in hydrodynamic device - with centrifugal extractor on one single wave
• minimal space requirements, low number of required parts, minimal dead volume and overrun volume
• control of extraction intensity and quality of separation via shaft rpm and residence time
• intensity and time of mixing determined by internal geometry alone
• multi-stage extractions possible in one unit and on one wave
• high extraction performance (mixing and separation)
• compact, reliable and durable construction
• production, operation and maintenance all inexpensive

Level of Innovation

• First compact and robust device that works continuously and reliably removes a fluid component, or else one or more dissolved organic components from a fluid mixture.

Applications and Target Groups

• continuous and reliable separation of valuable dissolved components from a fluid stream 
• manufacturers of measuring devices and analysis equipment
• research and production departments in the pharma, biotech, cosmetic, foodstuff, chemical, paper, hydrometallurgical and fuel industries

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Contact

Prof. Dr. Michael Harasek and Peter Heimerl