For Small Scale Processing & Solvent Recovery

AUTOCOL™

Pope's Autocol Glass Fractional Stills for batch laboratory work, small scale processing or solvent recovery. Complete automated packaged systems
with safety cabinet and Pope Model 3000 Batch Distillation Controller.
Pro-Pak®-loaded, flasks sizes are 5, 12 or 22 liters. Alternate sizes
and configurations are available

Fractional Distillation Systems for Purification, Fractionation, and Solvent Recovery

The ideal separation of volatile components (fractionation) can be achieved using Pope's state-of-the-art line of fractional distillation systems, (Fractional Columns). Fractional distillation is particularly suitable for critical applications that require separation of complex mixtures such as fine chemicals, pharma-
ceuticals, foods, flavors, cosmetics, extracts, etc. – anywhere where a finer level of purity is needed or when component’s boiling points are close.

Fractional distillation eqiupment is available in a multiple range of sizes from the lab scale solvent recovery through processing scale. Pope specializes in mid-size fractionation columns. These precision designed fractionations units fill the gap between small laboratory bench scale fractional distillation units and large process systems for critical applications. The 1 - 100 gal/hr throughput capacity is ideal for pilot plants and for applications requiring small runs. These systems incorporate exacting design and fabrication with meticulous finishing to rigorous standards.

Utilizing Pope’s engineering expertise, together with Pope's hands-on toll distillation experience, we provide assistance with design, (including evaluation for theoretical plates, plus energy required for desired separation), and can determine the necessary components for the best configuration for your needs. The ideal fractional distillation unit is then manufactured, tested and delivered. Installation and in plant training are more features available to complete the complex distillation processing solution.

Pope Fractional Distillation Systems are available:

• Batch or continuous feed applications
• 1 to 100 gal/hr range of throughput capacities
• 1" to 12" column diameters, in standard flanged sections
• 316-L stainless steel (glass & special alloys available)
• Wide variety of column packings & internals
• Turnkey fractional column systems, partial systems & individual components

Batch Mode Stills
Used when relatively small quantities of liquid are to be processed,
or when an extremely high level of purity is required.

Typical Systems Include:
Boiling vessel with fill and drain valves, sight glass, sensors for liquid level, pressure and temperature, and extra ports.

• Choice of heating options
• Column section(s), pre-loaded with packing and required internals
• High efficiency condenser w/cooling water lines, metering valve & flow meter
• 3-way automatic reflux valve
• Distillate product cooler and sight glass
• Receiving vessels for cut fractions (discharge pumps optional)
• 3-way receiver selector valve
• Control system - standard, PLC or computer-based
• Skid platform and support structure for system
• Insulation

Continuous Mode Stills
Used when large or continuous quantities of liquid are to be processed and/or when an extremely high level of purity is not required, continuous mode is preferable.

Typical Systems Include:

• Precision metering feed pump.
• Feed preheater section with feedback control.
• Valve manifold for selection of feed point to column.
• Column section(s), pre-loaded with packing and required internals.
• High efficiency condenser with cooling water lines, metering valve and flow meter.
• 3-way automatic reflux valve.
• Distillate product cooler and sight glass.
• Distillate and Residue discharge pumps.
• Horizontal kettle-type reboiler with steam or hot oil heating controls, level switch, vapor return to column, bottoms discharge port.
• Bottoms cooler.
• Control system - standard, PLC or computer-based.
• Skid platform and support structure for system.
• Insulation.

Typical Column Packing Options
• Pro-Pak® Protruded Metal (Standard Packing)
• Saddles
• Rings
• Structured Packing


Fractional Distillation Systems-Examples

For more than half a century, Pope Scientific Inc. has been at the forefront of manufacturing chemical processing equipment, engineered systems and laboratory apparatus for science and industry. Today Pope is internationally known - with specialized technical expertise in design and manufacturing of distillation processing equipment, as well as toll processing services. And Pope Dewars have been in labs forever.

Products

Wiped Film (Short Path) Stills & Evaporators

Pope designs and fabricates basic to complex systems using the Wiped Film Short Path Process for stills, evaporators and hybrid configurations that include fractional columns with distillation units, condensors, evaporation and processing vessels that meet our customer's application requirments, with superior results.

Fractional Distillation Systems

The ideal separation of volatile components (fractionation) can be achieved using Pope's state-of-the-art line of fractional distillation systems, (Fractional Columns). Fractional distillation is particularly suitable for critical applications that require separation of complex mixtures such as fine chemicals, pharma-
ceuticals, foods, flavors, cosmetics, extracts, etc. - anywhere where a finer level of purity is needed or when component's boiling points are close.

Hybrid Wiped Film / Fractional Stills

These customized systems combine the multi-plate efficiency of Fractional Columns with the gentle reboiling effect of Wiped-Film Evaporators. This
proven Hybrid technology allows purification of heat-sensitive materials
similar in volativity, which could not otherwise be separated.

Portable Pressure Vessels & Vessel Systems

Pope's sturdy stainless steel portable pressure vessels let you handle a wide variety of sterile, high purity or flammable substances easily and safely.

Processing & Liquid Handling Systems

Pope Integrated Processing Systems are utilized in pilot plants and in
production of small batches of high-value products such as pharmaceuticals, intermediates, foods, and fine chemicals.

Nutsche Filters / Dryers

Ultra-high purity, pharmaceutical, and specialty solids are efficiently filtered, washed, agitated, reslurried and dried in a single portable device, minimizing contamination and exposure.

Mixers, Stirrers, & Agitators

All feature robust design, top quality materials, precision fabrication, and are
fully pretested over their entire operating range. For even greater flexibility, motors, shafts and impellers can be completely interchangeable

Dewars

Pope Dewars, the lab standard in glass lined, fully silvered Dewars, for use with Liquid Nitrogen, are readily available in a variety of standard shapes and numerous sizes.

Custom Glassware

Pope Scientific specializes in the manufacture of Custom Glass Apparatus
and other items fabricated from borosilicate glass. Items can be made in
single or multiple quantities, from small to large in size, and from simple
to complex in design.

Driven by Quality
Pope Scientific has been at the forefront of manufacturing chemical processing equipment, engineered systems and laboratory apparatus for science and industry. Today Pope is internationally known - with specialized technical expertise in design and manufacture of chemical processing equipment as well as toll processing services.

SOLUTIONS FOR YOU...
Technology, equipment and services at one source. Pope Scientific has the capability to work with a wide variety of customer applications, with either off-the-shelf or customized products and custom equipment. Pope provides a full range of processing equipment and services utilizing Short Path/ Wiped Film Distillation, Evaporation, Molecular Distillation, Fractionation, Process Reaction Vessel Systems, Portable Pressure Vessels, Nutsche Filter Dryers, Mixing Systems and Mixers.