Bubble Column Absorbers
ANTICO BubbleAbsorb™ is designed for gas absorption operations where gas is dispersed as bubbles through a liquid medium to achieve mass transfer and chemical reaction between the phases.
The working principle involves gas being sparged through a distributor at the base of the column and rising as small bubbles through the liquid, providing intimate gas–liquid contact. The system includes a vertical cylindrical vessel, gas sparger, liquid feed and discharge, and gas outlet with mist separator. It is particularly effective for reactions involving gas dissolution in liquids such as chlorination, ozonation, hydrogenation, and acidification. The absence of moving internal parts makes the design simple and low-maintenance. The bubble size and gas hold-up can be adjusted through sparger design and gas flow rate. ANTICO BubbleAbsorb™ is suited for continuous or semi-batch gas–liquid absorption and reaction processes across a wide range of industries.
- Vessel Volume 10 L – 50,000+ L
- Operation Mode Continuous / Semi-batch
- MOC (Vessel) SS316L / PP / FRP / Hastelloy / Glass-lined
- Jacket Type Conventional / Half-Coil / Dimple
- Gas Sparger Perforated Plate / Ring Sparger / Membrane Di…
- Bubble Size 1 – 10 mm (sparger-dependent)
Key Features
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Simple design with no moving internal parts
Simple design with no moving internal parts
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High gas hold-up and residence time
High gas hold-up and residence time
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Suitable for reactive gas absorption
Suitable for reactive gas absorption
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Adjustable bubble size via sparger design
Adjustable bubble size via sparger design
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Low maintenance and easy operation
Low maintenance and easy operation
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Jacketed design for temperature control
Jacketed design for temperature control
System Components
Modular assemblies engineered for reliable integration, service access, and scale-up from laboratory to pilot plant operation.
Applications
- Chemical synthesis (chlorination, ozonation)
- Wastewater treatment
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Fermentation and biotechnology
- Petrochemical processing
- Food and beverage carbonation
- Fine chemicals
- Water treatment
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Vessel Volume | 10 L – 50,000+ L |
| Operation Mode | Continuous / Semi-batch |
| MOC (Vessel) | SS316L / PP / FRP / Hastelloy / Glass-lined |
| Jacket Type | Conventional / Half-Coil / Dimple |
| Gas Sparger | Perforated Plate / Ring Sparger / Membrane Diffuser |
| Bubble Size | 1 – 10 mm (sparger-dependent) |
| Temperature Range | -10°C to 200°C |
| Pressure Range | Atmospheric to +10 barg |
| L/D Ratio | 3:1 to 12:1 (typical) |
| Gas Flow Rate | 1 Nm³/hr – 10,000+ Nm³/hr |
| Liquid Level | Controlled by overflow weir / level controller |
| Instrumentation | Temperature, Pressure, Level, Flow, pH |
| Automation | PLC / SCADA (Optional) |
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FAQ
What capacity range is available for Bubble Column Absorbers?
We offer project-specific sizing from laboratory benchtop scale through pilot and production volumes. Contact our engineers with your batch size and process requirements for a tailored recommendation.
Can this unit be integrated with existing plant automation?
Yes. All systems support standard instrumentation signals and can interface with DCS, PLC, or standalone controllers. Custom I/O and recipe control packages are available.
What material options are available?
Borosilicate glass, glass-lined steel, stainless steel, and specialty alloys including Hastelloy can be specified based on your process chemistry, temperature, and pressure requirements.
Do you provide installation and commissioning?
Global Lindus provides on-site installation supervision, commissioning, operator training, and optional IQ/OQ documentation for regulated industries.
What is the typical delivery lead time?
Standard configurations ship in 4–8 weeks. Custom skid assemblies and large production units may require 12–16 weeks depending on scope and material availability.