Improve the quality of primary reformer catalyst loading by Unidense technology

UNIDENSETM catalyst loading technology is used for filling primary prim reformer tubes in ammonia, methanol, meth hydrogen and other reformer based bas plants. It results in a high and uniform l t lt i hi h d if catalyst density for efficient operation of the primary reformer. UNIDENSETM is a simple and fast loading technology applicable to tube sizes from 3 to 10 internal diameter. UNIDENSETM requires no pre-socking of catalyst and no vibration of the reformer tubes. UNIDENSETM combines being a high quality and fast loading technology. Reloading of tubes is normally avoided, and less catalyst is wasted. UNIDENSETM principle: Catalyst is filled into the tube and the loading rope is gradually pulled out of the tube as the catalyst layer builds up. The brushes with flexible springs reduce the speed of the catalyst particles so that the breakage is avoided. The catalyst particles are loaded without bridges and unnecessary voids, hence there is no need for vibration.

Primary reformer loading Fast loading No presocking of catalyst No vibration of the tubes Uniform pressure drop Less waste of catalyst No bridging or extra voids High uniform density

By applying the UNIDENSETM technology the loading time of the primary reformer can be substantially reduced whilst maintaining high quality loading. Typical loading time for 4 tubes is 8 minutes. UNIDENSETM technology ensures even gas flow in the tubes, and the pressure drop variation is kept to a minimum. The density will normally be higher than with the sock-method, resulting in slightly increased, but more even pressure drop, due to better packing. Since there are no extra voids, further settling of the catalyst, and thus pressure drop increase, will be minimal. UNIDENSETM gives high uniform density along the full length of the tube, decreasing the risk of hot spots and contributing to lower tube wall temperatures and prolonged tube life. UNIDENSETM technology has been used for loading of all common catalyst types and sizes. Reformer tube designs with varying internal diameter, narrow or wide top section, have successively been loaded.

Loading of catalyst

Technology for primary reformer loading

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Loading of catalyst by Unidense Technology

Reformer tubes Inlet Y-piece

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