Target: Reduce as much as possible concentration or temperature deviations in a gas flow, e.g. to optimize the performance of a reactor.

Target
Reduce as much as possible concentration or temperature deviations in a gas flow, e.g. to optimize the performance of a reactor.

The mixing of gases is similar to low-viscous liquids, but the requirements are even higher because of

• Large dimensions of pipes or ducts emphasize the importance of a safe scale-up
• Length to diameter ratio of duct up to 6 to 1 require a very flexible design
• Large volume flow rates emphasize the importance of a very low pressure drop
• High degree of homogeneity is required, which emphasizes the importance of a reliable prediction of the performance

CFD visualization of the gas flow through a Sulzer SMV™ mixer installed in a Denox plant.