Catalyst Recovery and Precious Metal Filtration
Catalysts and precious metal materials are widely used in chemical synthesis, refining, pharmaceutical and specialty-material processes. During production, catalyst fines and valuable solid particles must be separated from liquid streams efficiently to reduce material loss, protect downstream equipment and support stable process operation.
UNITE provides catalyst recovery filtration systems for chemical processing applications. Depending on particle size, solids concentration and recovery requirements, systems can be configured with candle filters, pressure leaf filters or customized solid-liquid separation skids.
Common Catalyst Recovery Challenges
Fine catalyst particles can be difficult to separate, especially when they are present in viscous liquids, corrosive media or closed process systems. Inadequate filtration can lead to valuable material loss, pump wear, downstream fouling and inconsistent product quality.
A catalyst recovery filtration system helps to:
- Recover catalyst fines and valuable solid materials
- Improve product purity and process yield
- Protect pumps, valves and downstream equipment
- Reduce waste and high-value material loss
- Support closed and safer chemical processing
Recommended Filtration Solutions
Candle filters are suitable for fine solid-liquid separation and filter-cake recovery. Pressure leaf filters can provide efficient filtration for larger batch processes and applications requiring clear filtrate. The appropriate equipment depends on filtration accuracy, solvent compatibility, pressure, temperature and cake-discharge requirements.
Get a Customized Catalyst Recovery Solution
UNITE can provide customized catalyst recovery filtration systems for precious metals, reaction residues, catalyst fines and chemical slurry processes.
