Sulzer has delivered two EvapCare-F falling film reboilers to Haldia Petrochemicals for its new phenol production facility in West Bengal, India. The equipment is intended to support production processes at the facility by enabling efficient evaporation for temperature-sensitive products.
The EvapCare-F reboilers incorporate a two-stage liquid distribution system designed to maintain uniform flow across tubes. According to Sulzer, the technology allows energy savings of over 40 percent by optimising pressure drop and enabling heat recovery in multi-effect setups. The design is also expected to reduce fouling and scaling, which may lead to up to 50 percent fewer production interruptions and extended operating cycles.
Other features of the equipment include short residence times to preserve product integrity, high heat transfer rates, and minimal pressure drops. The reboilers are suitable for use in chemical, petrochemical, and polymer industry applications where low-viscosity and low-fouling products are processed.
Sulzer stated that the delivery of one of its largest reboilers to date underscores the scale of Haldia Petrochemicals’ phenol production capacity. “The reboilers will play a crucial role in supporting the facility’s production process requirements, ensuring high-quality phenol output with efficient, reliable, and sustainable operation,” the company said.
Sulzer Chemtech develops separation, mass transfer, and static mixing technologies. The company has been active for more than 60 years and has installed thousands of evaporators worldwide, primarily serving refinery, petrochemical, and chemical industry clients.
