Introduction to Membrane Separators Zaiput Flow Technologies’ patented liquid‐liquid/liquid‐gas miniature membrane separators enable liquid extraction in flow chemistry‐based processes and provide a solution for typical batch‐based liquid extraction steps (i.e., slow settling time/separation of emulsions, elimination of the need to run batches at half capacity to … [Read more...]
Biodiesel Purification – Final Part 5
Overview In this fifth and final installation on biodiesel production we will cover biodiesel purification. Biodiesel Purification by Distillation There are two distinct process for biodiesel purification. One is removal of methanol by distillation and the other is removal of glycerin and the sodium methylate catalyst by ion exchange. The crude biodiesel product is preheated … [Read more...]
Syngas Cleanup and Purification
Syngas is an abbreviation for synthesis gas, which is a mixture comprised of carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and hydrogen gases. The syngas is produced by the combustion of a carbon containing compound or material in the absence of an ideal amount of air. This type of combustion is called a partial oxidation process. Things that can be gasified include biomass, plastics, … [Read more...]