Different Types of Structured Packing
Structured packing is a type of organized column packing where components are specifically prepared and put into geometric patterns. Unlike random packing, which fills the column with random structures. Structured packing encourages fluids to travel down the column through complicated courses by inserting discs of honeycombed materials into the column. These extended, intricate routes increase the surface area where the liquid can come into contact with the packing material without obstructing gas passage. A variety of design and material options are available for structured packaging . Among them are the following: Knitted The key part of knitted wire packing is a high-density mesh made of multi-strand wires. Depending on the requirements of the column and application, this mesh can be utilized as single layers or piled into almost solid bricks. Although it has a greater pressure drop than gauze packing, this type of packing provides a big surface area and effective mass transfer.