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Performance: up to 18 000 cfm (30 000 m³/h)

No continuous liquid circulation; optional periodic wash-down. All characteristics

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HURRICANE Mist Eliminator

Two-Stage Separation for Chemical, Oil and Coolant Mist

Cleans up to 99.9% waste, dust, flue and exhaust gases, depending on the level of pollution

Mist Eliminator Description

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HURRICANE is a vertical mist eliminator for separating entrained liquid droplets from industrial exhaust. It combines an initial droplet-separation stage with a coalescing demister stage to reduce liquid carryover. The separated liquid collects in a lower hopper and leaves through a drain connection.

The unit can be selected for compatible chemical, oil, coolant or water mist. Gas enters through a lower side connection and moves upward through the separation stages before leaving through the top outlet. Materials and media are matched to the liquid chemistry, droplet loading and operating temperature.

HURRICANE can be supplied as a separator or integrated with a fan, ductwork and controls. A continuously recirculating liquid circuit is not required for the basic separation process. Periodic wash-down is available where the deposit can be washed and the collected liquid can be drained appropriately.

Two-stage collection

The first stage reduces the larger-droplet load before the gas reaches the finer coalescing media.

Gravity drainage

Captured droplets combine and drain to the lower hopper for collection, disposal or compatible process return.

Downstream equipment protection

Reducing liquid carryover helps limit deposits and liquid loading in fans, ducts and subsequent treatment stages.

HURRICANE Benefits

Systems and Service

Access arrangements allow inspection, cleaning and replacement of the collecting elements.

The vessel, initial separator, mesh and seals are selected for chemical compatibility and operating conditions.

Individual separators or parallel systems can be arranged for the flow and number of process exhaust lines.

Service access

Project material options

Single or multiple units

Two Separation Stages

Stage 1 — vane droplet separator

Intercepts larger droplets and reduces the liquid loading on the demister. Reference construction: PVC vane element, 5.1 in (130 mm).

Lower side inlet, top outlet

Mist-laden gas enters the lower part of the vessel and rises through both stages to the upper outlet.

Reference general arrangement of a HURRICANE separator

Stage 2 — mesh demister

Fine droplets contact the mesh, combine and drain. Reference construction: AISI 304 mesh, 3.9 + 5.9 in (100 + 150 mm) on a 2.0 in (50 mm) support grid.

Gravity drainage to the hopper

Separated liquid flows down to the conical hopper and drain connection.

Negative-pressure service

Intended for operation under negative pressure unless specifically engineered otherwise.

HURRICANE Configurations

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Single unit

A separator for an individual exhaust line with project-specific support and drain arrangements.

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Parallel system

Multiple units for separate process lines or a higher combined flow. Flow distribution is included in system engineering.

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Integrated system

Separator, selected fan, ductwork and instrumentation supplied within the agreed scope.

Spheres of Use

HURRICANE is selected for compatible chemical, oil, coolant and water mist from industrial processes.

Machining and metal cutting

Compatible oil and coolant aerosols from machine tools and CNC operations.
Grinding and die casting

Liquid mist separation where the selected media can accommodate the accompanying solids and deposits.
Chemical and surface treatment

Compatible chemical droplets from processing, metal finishing and industrial washing.
Other process mist

Water and process-liquid carryover, including suitable food-processing duties with application-specific materials.

HURRICANE separates liquid droplets. It does not remove oil vapor, gas-phase acids or gaseous odors by itself. Fine smoke and submicron aerosols may need another polishing technology.

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The Working Principle of HURRICANE Mist Eliminator

HURRICANE flow sequence from lower inlet through two separation stages to top outlet

1. Lower side inlet. Mist-laden gas enters the lower part of the vessel through the side inlet.

2. Primary droplet separation. The first collecting stage intercepts larger droplets and reduces loading on the downstream demister.

3. Fine mist coalescence. The gas rises through the mesh. Captured droplets merge into larger drops on the collecting surfaces.

4. Gravity drainage. Liquid drains downward into the lower hopper and exits through the drain connection.

5. Top gas outlet. The gas leaves through the upper outlet after passing through the selected separation stages.

Vane-type droplet separator element — illustration

Stage 1: vane separator

Knitted stainless-steel demister mesh — illustration

Stage 2: mesh demister

Illustrations. Reference construction may change with the application.

Specifications

The model table gives catalog reference maximum flows, not a guaranteed operating range or a minimum stable flow. Actual CFM must correspond to the operating gas temperature and pressure. Reference construction may change with the application.

HURRICANE Reference Models

Model capacities and connections are catalog reference values. Final dimensions, materials and connection details are confirmed in the project drawings.

CFM values are unit conversions rounded to the nearest whole number; they do not standardize the gas to standard temperature or pressure.

Package

Basic package

The basic package is defined by the selected model and the agreed arrangement.

Vessel with primary and coalescing stages

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Media supports and service access

Set

Lower collection hopper with drain connection

1

Gas inlet, outlet and supports

Set

Project drawings and operating documentation

Set

Additional package elements

Options are selected with the client according to the mist, the deposit and the plant interface.

MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL

Periodic wash-down with manual, timer or PLC control
Differential-pressure indication, sampling ports and alarms
Plant control interface

DESIGN AND FILTER

Fan with variable-frequency drive, ductwork and stack
Custom materials, media and additional mist stages
Support steel, platforms, ladders and service access
Downstream particulate or vapor polishing by separate engineering selection

Modifications and Sizes

The reference range covers HURRICANE 60 to HURRICANE 300 with maximum model flows from 6,000 to 30,000 m³/h (3,531–17,657 CFM). Each unit is sized for its duty.

For several process lines or a higher combined flow, units are arranged in parallel. Special materials, sizes and configurations are available.

Overall dimensions and weights are issued in project-specific certified drawings before fabrication.

Separator Design

The HURRICANE vessel has a lower side gas inlet, a primary vane droplet separator, a coalescing mesh demister on a support grid and a top gas outlet. Separated liquid collects in a conical hopper with a drain connection. Service access allows inspection, cleaning and replacement of the collecting elements; spray headers can be added for periodic wash-down.

Operation and Maintenance

Inspect pressure drop, media condition and drainage. Remove accumulated liquid and deposits using the prescribed service procedure. Washing must suit the oil or chemical collected; water alone is not appropriate for every duty.

Check for blocked drains and damaged seals or media before returning the separator to service.

Engineering notes:

HURRICANE units are intended for operation under negative pressure unless specifically engineered otherwise.
Re-introduction of separated air into an occupied workspace requires a separate application review.
Final efficiency depends on droplet size, loading, gas properties, media selection and operating conditions.