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Processes

Even if process unit operations appear to be fully developed, new products and product groups, new type of raw materials and synthesis routes or integration of biochemical processes continue to present demanding challenges for chemical engineers. Modern process engineering is simply inconceivable without mixing technology. Modern mixing technology can be used to optimize production and to improve ressource efficiency and economic viability.

Fermentation

Bioreactors play a crucial role in our modern world. Microorganisms are at the center of the production of numerous essential global goods, ranging…
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Industrial Crystallization

Crystallization is a vital process in industries ranging from chemicals and pharmaceuticals to food and lithium processing.
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Polymerization

Polymerization comprises a vast field of applications. EKATO has specialized in optimizing existing mixing solutions as well as in Joint Developments…
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Hydrogenation

The process of hydrogenation is a chemical reaction type with gaseous hydrogens as a reaction partner. Hydrogenations are generally carried out as…
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Highly Abrasive Processes

Ceramic blades on a metallic hub: that is the solution, how even large impeller diameters can be realized. This has been proven their worth especially
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Biopolymers

The production of polymers based on renewable raw materials is steadily gaining in importance. Biobased polymers are becoming an important cornerstone…
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Chemical Recycling of Plastics

Worldwide, well over eight billion tons of plastic have been produced in the last 70 years, which will make recycling of these materials a necessity.
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High Temperature Agitator Systems

Nearly half of the heat demand in Europe’s chemical industry is for processes exceeding 400°C. We at EKATO take on these challenges and develop…
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Agitators for Lithium Processing

Agitators and mixing solutions for Lithium processing - from the source to battery grade material
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EKATO Rühr- und Mischtechnik GmbH (EKATO RMT)

Focus: High-performance agitators, reactor agitators, process plants, mechanical seals
Typical Applications:

  • Chemical industry (specialty, polymer, bulk chemicals)
  • Pharmaceutical industry
  • Hydrometallurgy
  • Flue gas desulfurization
  • Biotechnology
  • Paints and coatings

Products & Services:

  • Customized agitators and impellers
  • Reactor agitators (e.g., coaxial, magnetic agitators)
  • Mechanical seals and seal supply systems
  • Process and pilot plants
  • CFD/FEA simulations, scale-up, engineering support
  • Global service network including maintenance, training, spare parts management

EKATO Systems GmbH

Focus: Vacuum processing units for liquids and solids (UNIMIX & SOLIDMIX)
Typical Applications:

  • Cosmetics industry
  • Pharmaceutical industry
  • Food industry
  • Chemical industry

Products & Services:

  • UNIMIX: Vacuum processing mixers for liquid to highly viscous products
  • SOLIDMIX: Solid mixers and dryers for powders and granules
  • Laboratory and pilot-scale systems (3–1000 liters)
  • GMP-compliant turnkey solutions including automation
  • Process consulting, development, scale-up, commissioning, maintenance

EKATO Fluid GmbH

Focus: Standardized, cost-effective industrial agitators
Typical Applications:

  • Chemical industry
  • Paints and coatings
  • Biotechnology
  • Biofuels
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Cosmetics
  • Water and wastewater
  • Food industry
  • Pulp and paper
  • Fertilizers

Products & Services:

  • Top-entry and side-entry agitators (e.g., EM 2000, ES 2000, MD/SD)
  • Solutions for storage tanks, open and closed vessels
  • Simple mechanical seals
  • Short delivery times, high cost-efficiency
  • On-site commissioning and service

What does “Number of sealing faces” mean?

Single-acting mechanical seals
These seals have one sealing surface and only seal in one direction. They are generally simpler in design and are commonly used in applications where pressure is applied from only one side.

Double-acting mechanical seals
These seals have two sealing surfaces and can seal in both directions. They are ideal for applications where pressure may come from both sides or where a higher sealing performance is required.

Triple-acting mechanical seals
These are less common and used in specialized applications that require a more complex sealing setup. They offer additional sealing surfaces or mechanisms to ensure reliable sealing even in highly demanding environments.