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Floating Valve Tray
Floating Valve Tray
Floating Valve Tray
Floating Valve Tray

Floating Valve Tray


Product Overview

Floating Valve Tray by Sutong Technology is a flexible tray system for distillation and absorption processes, designed to handle changing vapor flows better than random packings like Heilex or INTALOX Saddle Ring, which lack active control.
Unlike mist eliminators that only remove droplets, these trays use self-adjusting valves to maintain steady separation, reducing risks like efficiency loss during flow changes.
Available in customizable designs and materials (e.g., stainless steel, carbon steel —choose based on your corrosion needs to avoid failures), it's perfect for refining and gas treatment applications. With this, you get reliable performance without the inconsistencies of less adaptive options.

Key benefits include:

Excellent turndown capability: Automatically adjusts to flow changes, maintaining high separation efficiency even when throughput varies by up to 80%, unlike random packings that can lose performance under unstable conditions.
Enhanced vapor-liquid contact: Valve design optimizes mixing and mass transfer with minimal pressure drop, delivering better separation results in distillation compared to simpler systems like mist eliminators, which don't handle liquid-vapor interactions.
Scalable and customizable solutions: Offered in various tray types and sizes to fit specific process needs, providing flexibility that random packings lack, with corrosion-resistant materials ensuring longevity in harsh environments.
Cost-effective and low-maintenance operation: Reduces energy use and fouling risks through efficient valve mechanisms, leading to lower operational costs and longer service life than traditional tray or packing alternatives.
Proven performance in real-world applications: Excels in high-demand scenarios like ethylene fractionation or amine absorption, with integrated designs that outperform passive components in achieving targets like >99.5% gas removal, backed by global installations and testing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Your Tower Packing Questions Answered

Discover quick answers to common questions about INTALOX Saddle Ring to help you select the best solution for your separation processes.

Can floating valve trays handle fouling better than other options like sieve trays?

Yes, our trays outperform sieve trays in fouling-prone services. Their self-adjusting valves spread vapor evenly to prevent buildup, so you face fewer cleanings and less risk of clogs. Unlike passive random packings that can easily trap debris, this design maintains steady flow and efficiency, saving you time and money on maintenance.

How do you ensure floating valve tray performance is reliable before I install it?

We validate performance with detailed calculations and computer modeling based on industry standards, so you get trays that work consistently from day one. This step reduces surprises by confirming hydraulic stability and efficiency, unlike less tested options that might underperform. With our process, you can trust better results in applications like gas absorption and avoid the unreliability of random packings.

Which valve type should I use for tough conditions, like high-pressure columns?

For high-pressure amine absorption, we recommend the ADV valve. It resists weeping and handles flow changes well, ensuring stable performance even under stress. This precision is something random packings lack, helping you achieve high removal rates with less energy use. Our team can guide you to the best type, preventing common pitfalls.

Why is a Floating Valve Tray a better fit than packings or mist eliminators for my process?

Unlike random packings that offer less control or mist eliminators that only remove droplets, our trays provide active valve adjustments for superior mass transfer and turndown in dynamic processes. This means fewer efficiency drops and lower long-term costs. By choosing trays, you get an adaptability that passive options can't match, making your entire system more reliable.

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