Solvent Recovery Systems: A Sustainable Solution

RTL Engineers specializes in the design and construction of complete Solvent Recovery Systems. Our experience in a wide array of applications allows us to design custom-tailored solutions that bring both economical and environmental benefits to our clients.

Benefits of Solvent Recovery:

  • Cost Reduction: Recover and reuse expensive solvents, reducing purchasing and disposal costs.

  • Environmental Sustainability: Minimize emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), contributing to cleaner air and water.

  • Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to environmental regulations and avoid costly fines.

  • Improved Safety: Reduce the risk of solvent-related accidents and health hazards.

  • Increased Efficiency: Optimize solvent usage, leading to improved process efficiency.

Types of Solvent Recovery Systems:

  • Distillation: Separates solvents based on their boiling points.

  • Absorption: Uses a liquid or solid absorbent to capture solvents from gaseous streams.

  • Condensation: Cools and condenses solvent vapors.

Applications of Solvent Recovery Systems:

  • Chemical Industry: Production of paints, coatings, adhesives, and pharmaceuticals.

  • Food & Beverage Industry: Production of food ingredients, flavors & fragrances.

  • Life Sciences Industry: Solvent-based manufacturing processes.

RTL’s Reference Projects include:

  • Solvent recovery from food ingredients production

  • Ethanol recovery from blood plasma fractionation

  • Solvent extraction recovery from monomer purification process

Choosing the Right Solvent Recovery System:

  • Evaluate Solvent Type and Properties: Consider the physical and chemical properties of the solvents to be recovered.

  • Assess Process Requirements: Determine the desired recovery rate, purity levels, and operating conditions.

  • Consider System Capacity: Ensure the system can handle the volume of solvent to be recovered.

  • Evaluate Energy Efficiency: Choose a system that minimizes energy consumption.

RTL Approach:

  • Technology agnostic: RTL evaluates hybrid separation systems to combine technologies like distillation, absorption, pervaporation, liquid-liquid extraction, and film evaporation to provide a solution with low cost of ownership and optimal payback periods.

  • Custom-tailored: We work with our clients to identify their key needs and develop a concept that best supports them - whether that’s a dedicated system for a specific process or a Multipurpose Solvent Recovery Unit that can adapt to several different feed streams that can be designed to operate in batch, campaign, or continuous processes.

  • Performance Guarantees: Our experience in many cases allows us to offer performance guarantees on solvent recovery systems, meaning we stand behind our design and equipment. We work hand-in-hand with our clients to ensure the system is achieving optimal performance.

Solvent recovery systems offer a sustainable and cost-effective solution for businesses across various industries. By implementing these systems, you can contribute to a healthier environment, improve operational efficiency, and achieve long-term economic benefits.