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Pilot-Scale Falling Film Evaporator

- Higher Capacity;
- Gentle Separation;
- Energy Efficiency

Mechanical Engineering Tools

Product Overview

  • The FFE series falling film evaporator (FFE-100L~2000L) is designed for pilot-scale to industrial applications, providing high-capacity material concentration and solvent recovery, especially for the efficient concentration of heat-sensitive products.

  • The complete system features a floor-standing, compact layout for straightforward operation. The equipment complies with GMP requirements, and all product-contact parts are made of SUS316L stainless steel with vacuum jackets and food-grade EPDM seals, making it suitable for food and beverage, pharmaceutical, chemical, and wastewater treatment applications.

*Max. Evaporation Rate

*Max. Single-Pass Separation Efficiency

Residence Time

100 - 2000 L/h

90-99%

≤1 min

*Performance data based on pure ethanol evaporation tests.

Key Features

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Energy-Efficient Insulation

All core components feature stainless steel jackets for full-process insulation, reducing energy loss and ambient temperature impact to ensure consistent batch quality

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Broad Solvent Compatibility

Compatible with a broad range of organic solvents including ethanol, methanol, propanol, heptane, pentane, etc. (Sealing material shall be upgraded accordingly)

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High Recovery Efficiency

Single-pass film flow with optimized heat transfer achieve 90%–99% solvent recovery rates, minimizing product loss and operating costs

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Food & Pharma-Grade Compliance

All wetted parts in SUS316 stainless steel with EPDM seals, finished to Ra ≤ 0.6–0.8 μm — fully compliant with sanitary standards

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High Product Purity

Integrated cyclone separator minimizes product carryover in the recovered solvent, reducing residual content to as low as 3 ppm

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Continuous Operation Ready

Pneumatic actuation delivers intrinsically spark-free continuous processing for flammable solvents; optional PLC+HMI package for full automation

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Space-Saving Footprint: Skid-mounted and modular design simplifies installation, allows easy relocation

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Short Residence Time (≤1 min): Single-pass film flow minimizes thermal exposure, effectively protecting heat-sensitive active ingredients

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Multiple Material Options: SUS316L, Duplex stainless steel 2205, Super Duplex stainless steel 2507, Hastelloy, etc., accommodating various fluids

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Dual-Plate Condenser: upports different cooling units for staged condensation. Its high surface-area-to-volume design maximizes condensation efficiency while reducing energy consumption and system footprint

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CIP Compatibility: Clean-in-place design reduces manual cleaning work and production downtime

Other Features

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Working Principle

Two stages take the feed from liquid inlet to separated concentrate and vapor, in a single continuous pass.

  • Under differential pressure, the liquid feed is drawn into the tubular evaporator and evenly distributed into the tube bundle through an integrated liquid distributor.

  • The liquid flows downward along the heated tube walls under gravity, forming a thin and continuously renewed film that maximizes heat transfer surface contact.

  • Heat is transferred through the tube wall from the heating medium, rapidly vaporizing the volatile componentsduring the short residence time while minimizing thermal exposure.

  • The concentrated liquid is collected in the buffer tank, while entrained droplets are separated by the gas-liquid separator before the vapor enters the condenser.

Technical Specifications

Model
FFE-100 L
FFE-200 L
FFE-300 L
FFE-500 L
FFE-1000 L
FFE-2000 L
Ethanol Evap. Rate (99% Efficiency)
100 L/h
200 L/h
300 L/h
500 L/h
1000 L/h
2000 L/h
Evaporation Area
3.7 m²
6.7 m²
9.4 m²
18.1 m²
31.3 m²
45 m²
Condensation Area
2.7 + 1.2 m²
5.7 + 2.7 m²
7.2 + 2.7 m²
14.5 + 7 m²
30 + 15 m²
45 + 20 m²
Light-Phase Collection Tank
100 L
100 L
100 L
100 L
250 L
250 L
Heavy-Phase Buffer Tank
7.5 L
15.5 L
23.0 L
31.0 L
50 L
100 L
Unit Weight
500 kg
600 kg
660 kg
720 kg
840 kg
5500 kg
Unit Dimensions
1200×840×2400 mm
1300×840×2400 mm
1400×840×2400 mm
1500×840×2400 mm
1640×840×2400 mm
4500×2500×5100 mm

Flexible System Configurations

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Pneumatic Explosion-Proof System

  1. Throughput: 100–2000 L/h

  2. Air-driven, contains pneumatic control panel

  3. Continuous feed under vacuum

  4. Continuous discharge via diaphragm pumps

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PLC Control Syste(Upgrade Option)

  • Throughput: 100–2000 L/h

  • Fully automatic, contains Siemens S7-1200 PLC with 10" touchscreen

  • Continuous feed and discharge via gear pumps

  • Flow meters and level sensors for real-time monitoring

From concept to delivery, we tailor every detail to your process.

Share your application, target evaportion capacity, and any special features you need. Our engineering team will help you identify the right solution and respond within 1 business day (Mon–Fri).

Upgrade Options

  • Feed tanks and receiving tanks with customized size, material, and type

  • Heat exchange module: converts high-pressure steam into controlled-temperature thermal fluid as the heating medium

  • Material upgrades: Duplex stainless steel 2205, Super Duplex stainless steel 2507, Hastelloy® C-276, etc

  • Sealing upgrade: FKM sealing

  • Condenser type: shell-and-tube condenser with PTFE sealing

  • Process monitoring: additional temperature sensors, vacuum pressure monitoring, flow monitoring, and online pH monitoring

  • Electrical and explosion-proof compliance: ATEX, IECEx, UL, CSA, etc

  • PLC control system

  • CIP cleaning system

  • Continuous feeding and discharging pumps

Industries & Applications

Pharma & Biotechnology

Gentle concentration of heat-sensitive biopharmaceutical products and natural extracts

Food & Beverage

Continuous concentration of food ingredients, fruit juices, dairy products, and functional materials

Chemical Processing

Organic solvent recovery, chemical solution concentration, and fine chemical processing

Environmental Protection

High-capacity waste liquid reduction and valuable resource recovery from industrial processes

Frequently Asked Questions

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