The deaeration column is filled with high efficient structured packing. Its large internal surface ensures a maximal contact area between gas and li quid.  Water is homogeneously distributed on the top and CO₂ or N₂ is injected at the bottom of the column. While the water flows downwards  through the packing, the CO₂ or N₂ rises in counter current removing the oxygen to concentrations as low as 10 ppb. The deaeration column operates under vacuum, decreasing gas solubility in water. Therefore striping gas consumption is significantly lower compared to the unit working under atmospheric pressure.  

The unit has an uncompromising sanitary design and is fully CIP cleanable. A drive controlled pump maintains the level in the column and forwards the deaerated water into a buffer tank or point of use.  

Final Oxygen: less than 10 ppb (0,01 ppm)

Pressure: operating 2 to 4 barg, 30 to 60 psig

Temperature: operating 8 to 30 °C, 40 to 90 °F

CIP: 2 to 4 barg, 30 to 60 psig; max. 90 °C, 200 °F  purity: 99,995 %

Stripping gas flow: app. 0,2 g/l (final O₂, water temperature and column height dependent)

Carbonation: app. 2 g/l (water temperature dependent)

Connection: Tri-clamp; other connections upon request

Dimensions: from Height 5,5 m, 16,4’; Width 1,0 m, 3,3’; Depth 0,5 m, 1,6’

Weight: from 200 kg, 440 lb

Material: Stainless Steel 304, EPDM, PSU, PP