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Silos to Systems: Smarter Separation for Chemical Industries

Combine evaporation, distillation, absorption, liquid‑liquid extraction and crystallization in a holistic design to cut costs and emissions. Download the white paper to learn how.

Proven ROI

CAPEX reduction up to 30%
 OPEX reduction up to to 40% 
Payback between 2 to 4 years

Flexible solutions

Adapt to variable feedstocks and specs. Handle many separation processes in one design.

Sustainable results

Energy integration
CO2 reduction up to 50%

Download and discover how leading companies in mass transfer‑intensive industries are unlocking efficiency, sustainability and flexibility by:

  • Integrating, e.g. evaporation, distillation, absorption, LLE and crystallization into an optimized process design.
  • Achieving CAPEX reductions of up to 30% and OPEX savings of up to 40%.
  • Cutting CO₂ emissions by up to 50% with energy‑efficient hybrid configurations.
  • Leveraging on test centers capability and digital simulation to accelerate scale‑up and reduce risk.
  • Improving operational flexibility to handle variable feedstocks and product specs.
  • Shortening project timelines with fewer interfaces and simplified execution.

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Sulzer upgrade conventional unoptimized systems with high-performance process that improved purity levels, significantly lower energy consumption, and enhanced flexibility.

With a complete portfolio of separation technologies and decades of experience, Sulzer is your ideal partner to design integrated processes that reduce costs, emissions, and risks. From test and simulation to start‑up, we deliver measurable results.

Looking to reduce OPEX or improve purification efficiency in chemical processing? Contact our team at crystallization@sulzer.com to discuss your application.

Unlock the full potential of your process unit

Integrated process design transforms complexity into opportunity. By combining techniques like evaporation, distillation, absorption, liquid-liquid extraction, and crystallization into a unified strategy, you can dramatically improve sustainability, profitability, and operational resilience. Reduce downtime, accelerate execution, and future-proof your operations.

Our recommendations for you:

  • Think holistically: Treat the unit as a system, not just a sum of parts.
  • Choose the right partner: Work with a technology provider that offers all key separation technologies.
  • Design for flexibility: Explore hybrid flowsheets to boost reliability and adaptability.
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Questions? We have your answers.
Does this apply to existing plants?
Yes. Integrated design can be applied to both greenfield and brownfield projects. In existing plants, it enables debottlenecking, energy recovery, and improved flexibility with minimal disruption.
What energy savings are realistic?
Energy savings up to 40% are achievable through thermal integration, hybrid configurations, and solvent-free purification steps like melt crystallization.
How is scale‑up ensured?
Scale-up is supported by our test centers, with pilot testing capabilities and toll production opportunities, together with digital simulation. This reduces risk and ensures reproducibility from lab to full-scale production.
Is it solvent‑free?
Yes, certain steps such as melt crystallization are solvent-free. This method reduces waste, enhances safety, and supports compliance with increasingly strict regulations. However, other purification processes may still involve the use of solvents.
What do I need for an initial assessment?
Basic feed composition, target purity, and process constraints are sufficient to begin. Sulzer can provide integrated flowsheets and propose tailored solutions.