Thermo-compression
Compared with a single-acting evaporator, the thermo-compressor reduces steam consumption by 2 to 4 times.
Although the reduction in operating costs is not as great as with Mechanical Vapor Compression, thermo-compression offers many advantages:
- A low investment
- Simple operation
- Reduced maintenance costs: the system has no rotating parts, making it less susceptible to mechanical wear.
- Simple installation: the thermo-compressor takes up very little floor space and is easy to install.
The thermo-compressor is particularly interesting for small-capacity units, where it reduces operating costs without requiring a major investment.
Thermo-compressor efficiency is directly related to the vapour pressure used. Obtaining satisfactory yields requires the use of high pressure vapour: 4 to 20 bars.
