Solvent Recovery Systems
Large Multi Adsorber Solvent Recovery System
Large multi adsorber solvent recovery system installed in a publication gravure printing facility

AMCEC uses the adsorption power of activated carbon (about 1200 m2 of surface area per gram) to recover organic solvents. With recovery efficiencies as high as 99%, the economic potential is significant. Many users further reduce their operating costs with our ECOVAP energy saving units and enhance their return on investment with our solvent treatment systems

THE PROCESS

Recovery begins when the Solvent Laden Air (SLA) passes through deep static beds of activated carbon. The solvents are retained in the activated carbon pores and the cleansed air is discharged to the atmosphere. Through staggered adsorption and desorption cycles monitored by analyzers and computer, each bed is periodically regenerated by counter flow of steam or inert gas that heats the carbon. During the regeneration phase, the solvent vapors are released from the carbon and carried by steam or inert gas to condensation, decanting and solvent treatment units.