Symbols of chemical industries used for chemical engineers.pptx

Industry symbols to know for a chemical engineer.
Basic symbols of equipments for industries used.

1. 1 S ymbols used for process equipment in chemical industry

2. 2 Drum Mixer: A rotating drum that mixes materials, commonly used for mixing concrete, chemicals, or other substances uniformly.

3. 3 Roll Blender : A device with rotating rolls used to blend and mix materials, typically for homogenizing powders or pastes in industrial processes.

4. 4 Rotary Feeder : A mechanical device that regulates the flow of bulk materials by rotating a series of pockets to feed materials from one part of the process to another.

5. 5 Static Mixer : A stationary device used to blend fluids by using internal baffles or elements, providing continuous mixing without moving parts.

6. 6 Solid Bowl Centrifuge : A type of centrifuge that separates solids from liquids using a rotating bowl, commonly used in wastewater treatment and industrial processes.

7. 7 Plate Column : A vertical vessel used in distillation and separation processes, where trays or plates provide stages for vapor-liquid contact to achieve separation of components.

8. 8 Evaporator : A device used to remove moisture from a liquid by heating it, typically used in processes to concentrate solutions or to obtain dry products.

9. 9 Settler Thickener : Equipment used for the combined processes of settling and thickening, separating and concentrating solids from liquids in industrial processes.

10. 10 Roll Crusher : A machine that uses cylindrical rollers to crush and break down materials into smaller sizes through compression and shear forces.

11. 11 Ball Mill : A grinding device that uses spherical balls to crush and grind materials into finer particles through rotation and impact.

12. 12 Autogenous Grinder : A mill that grinds ore using the ore itself as the grinding media, with no added balls or rods, relying on impact and attrition to reduce particle size.

13. 13 Grinder : A machine used for reducing the size of materials by grinding, typically using abrasive wheels or rotating tools.

14. 14 Rod Mill : A grinding mill that uses long steel rods to grind and crush materials, typically used for coarse or primary grinding to produce a uniform particle size.

15. 15 Rotary Filter : A filtration device that uses a rotating drum to separate solids from liquids, typically in continuous processes for efficient solid-liquid separation.

16. 16 Open Settling Tank : A large, open-container tank used for the gravitational separation of solids from liquids, allowing particles to settle out of the liquid phase.

17. 17 Hopper : A container designed to hold and dispense bulk materials or liquids, often equipped with a funnel or chute to control the flow of the contents.

18. 18 Feeder and Hopper : A combined system where the hopper stores bulk materials and the feeder controls the controlled discharge of these materials into subsequent processing stages.

19. 19 Air Lift : A device that uses air bubbles to lift and transport liquids and suspended solids from one level to another, typically in separation or chemical processing applications.

20. 20 Rotary Compressor : A type of compressor that uses rotating mechanisms to compress gases, providing continuous and efficient compression in applications such as refrigeration and air conditioning.

21. 21 Blower : A device used to move air or gases through a system, typically to ventilate, cool, or propel materials, by creating a high-pressure airflow.

22. 22 Centrifugal Fan : A type of fan that uses a rotating impeller to increase air pressure and direct airflow at a right angle to the intake, commonly used for ventilation and air movement.

23. 23 Ejector : A device that uses high-velocity fluid to create a vacuum or move other fluids by converting the kinetic energy of the driving fluid into pressure energy.

24. 24 Heater : A device that generates and transfers heat to raise the temperature of a fluid, air, or space, often used for industrial processes, heating systems, or comfort.

25. 25 Cooler : A device that removes heat from a fluid or air to lower its temperature, typically used for cooling processes, equipment, or spaces.

26. 26 Pressure Storage Sphere : A spherical tank designed to safely store and contain gases or liquids under high pressure, ensuring stability and efficiency in pressure management.

27. 27 Heat Exchanger : A device that transfers heat between two or more fluids, enabling temperature regulation and energy conservation in various industrial and HVAC applications.

28. 28 Shell and Tube Exchanger : A type of heat exchanger consisting of a series of tubes inside a cylindrical shell, where one fluid flows through the tubes and another fluid flows over the tubes within the shell to facilitate heat transfer.

29. 29 Process Exchanger : A heat exchanger specifically designed for use in industrial processes, where it transfers heat between process fluids to optimize energy use and maintain desired temperatures.

30. 30 Jet Mixer : A device that uses high-velocity jets of fluid to mix and blend different substances or fluids, typically employed in applications where rapid and efficient mixing is required.

31. 31 Kettle Reboiler : A type of heat exchanger used in distillation columns to heat and vaporize a portion of the liquid, typically installed at the bottom of the column to provide the necessary heat for the reboiling process.

32. 32 Reboiler Kettle Type : A specific design of a kettle reboiler where the heat exchange occurs in a large, often vertical vessel, allowing for efficient heat transfer and vaporization of the liquid, commonly used in distillation and separation processes.

33. 33 Reboiler (Thermo Siphon): A type of reboiler that utilizes natural convection (thermo siphon effect) to circulate the fluid and transfer heat, where the heated fluid rises and cooler fluid descends, facilitating efficient heat exchange.

34. 34 Superheater or Reheater : A device that heats steam beyond its boiling point to increase its temperature and energy, typically used in power plants and industrial processes to enhance efficiency and performance.

35. 35 Furnace : A device or chamber used for generating high temperatures to heat materials, often used in industrial processes, metalworking, or heating systems to achieve desired thermal conditions.

36. 36 Fired or Waste Heat Boiler : A boiler that generates steam or hot water by burning fuel (fired boiler) or by recovering and utilizing waste heat from industrial processes (waste heat boiler) to improve energy efficiency.

37. 37 Coil Furnace : A type of furnace where the heating element is in the form of a coil, typically used for heating and melting metals or other materials efficiently by utilizing electrical resistance or induction.

38. 38 Box Cooler (Single Coil): A cooling device that uses a single coil within a box-shaped enclosure to cool a fluid or gas, typically through direct contact or heat exchange, often used in industrial cooling applications.

39. 39 Cooling Tower : A structure that dissipates heat from industrial processes or power plants by exposing warm water to the air, allowing heat to evaporate and cooling the water before it is recirculated.

40. 40 Condenser : A device that removes heat from a vapor or gas to condense it into a liquid state, typically used in refrigeration, air conditioning, and power generation systems to facilitate heat transfer and phase change.

41. 41 Condenser (Coil Type): A condenser where the cooling occurs in a coil-shaped arrangement, allowing a fluid to lose heat and condense from vapor to liquid as it flows through the coil, commonly used in refrigeration and air conditioning systems.

42. 42 Conveyor Belt : A continuous loop of material used to transport items or materials from one location to another within a production line or processing system

43. 43 Screw Conveyor : A mechanical device that moves bulk materials by using a rotating helical screw (or auger) within a trough or tube, efficiently transporting materials horizontally or at an incline.

44. 44 Rotary Gear Pump : A positive displacement pump that uses rotating gears to move and pressurize fluids, known for its ability to handle viscous fluids and provide a steady flow rate.

45. 45 Bucket or Flight Conveyor : A type of conveyor system that uses buckets or flights attached to a chain or belt to transport bulk materials vertically or at an incline.

46. 46 Barometric Condenser : A type of condenser that uses atmospheric pressure to condense steam or vapor, typically operating with a large surface area exposed to the environment to facilitate heat transfer and condensation.

47. 47 Roller Conveyor : A conveyor system consisting of a series of rollers mounted on a frame, used to transport goods or materials by gravity or powered mechanisms, allowing smooth and efficient movement.

48. 48 Motor : An electrical or mechanical device that converts electrical energy into mechanical motion or power, used to drive machinery, equipment, or various mechanical systems.

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