At IBHA Process Technologies Pvt. Ltd., we engineer state-of-the-art distillation solutions that
deliver maximum recovery, process purity, and energy optimization across chemical, petrochemical,
pharmaceutical, and oil & gas industries. Our designs are underpinned by rigorous thermodynamic
modelling, compliant with global standards, and optimized for both new installations and plant
upgrades.
Our Distillation Capabilities Include
1. Atmospheric Distillation Units (ADU)
Primary Fractionation with Robust Throughput
Designed for bulk separation at ambient pressure, ADUs handle high feed rates with exceptional
reliability.
- Boiler-feed heating in furnaces followed by separation in flash zones—typical of crude
distillation.
- Applications: Crude oil, solvent recovery, alcoholic distillation, petrochemical feed prep.
- Features: Large-diameter fractionation columns (up to ~15 m wide, 50 m tall) incorporating
trays/packing and efficient pump-around reflux loops.
2. Vacuum Distillation Units (VDU)
Low-Temperature Separation for Heat-Sensitive & High-Boiling Products
Applied when thermal degradation is a concern, VDUs operate under reduced pressure.
- Reduces boiling temperature, preventing decomposition and enhancing output yield.
- Column features: large diameter, low-pressure-drop packed internals, typically maintained by
steam jet ejectors or mechanical pumps.
- Applications: Vacuum gas oils, resins, essential oil concentration, solvent recovery.
3. Multicomponent / Fractional Distillation Systems
Precision Separation of Complex Mixtures
For mixtures containing 3+ key components, our systems use advanced modelling to optimize column
performance.
- Multiple equilibrium stages with trays/packing, reflux-to-feed optimization, and integrated
thermodynamic simulation.
- Applications: Specialty solvent fractionation, essential oil purification, pesticide/active
pharma ingredient separation.
4. Distillation Column Internals (Trays)
Boosting Mass Transfer & Separation Efficiency
We supply a range of tray types—sieve, bubble-cap, valve—customized for optimal vapour-liquid
contact.
- Performance optimized for variable flow rates and feed characteristics.
- Materials: SS316L, Duplex, alloy trays tailored for corrosive service.
- Maintenance: Designed for easy tray replacement and long in-service intervals.
5. Packed Distillation Columns
Low-Pressure Drop & High-Efficiency Separation
Our packed towers are engineered with structured or random packing to maximize contact area and
minimize pressure drop.
- Ideal for vacuum applications and fouling-prone feeds.
- Benefits: Enhanced mass transfer, lower energy use, and simplified footprint.
- Applications: Alcohol purification, acid/alkaline separations, vapour recovery units.
| Advantage |
Technical Impact |
| Custom-Engineered Design |
Tailored to feed properties, purity targets, and local regulations |
| High-Quality Construction |
SS316L, Duplex, Hastelloy—built for corrosive and thermal stress conditions |
| Advanced Thermal Integration |
Pump-around loops and reflux systems cut energy consumption significantly |
| Full Automation Ready |
SCADA/PLC control for real-time optimization, safety, and performance tracking |
| Regulatory Compliance |
Engineered to ASME, TEMA, GMP, as required |
| Project Lifecycle Support |
Feasibility → Detailed engineering → Fabrication → Commissioning → After-care |
