When it comes to distillation tower internals, choosing between improved capacity, improved separation efficiency, extended operating range, reduced energy consumption/lower carbon footprint, and improved mechanical reliability should not require disadvantaged tradeoffs. Informed valve type selection during tray design can significantly improve engineering outcomes allowing operations to achieve both reduced capex and increased energy efficiency.

This presentation will include a practical overview of CFD and demonstrate how to leverage it during development and process troubleshooting for challenging applications. Case studies will illustrate how advanced valve features can lead to measurable improvements in capacity, operating range, and efficiency in both new and existing columns.