How does solvent recovery work?

Solvent recovery uses a multi-stage distillation process to separate solvents into its components at lower-than-boiling point temperatures. Waste is removed and you’re left with clean solvent.

Solvent recovery process:

1. The spent solvent is fed, either automatically or manually depending on the equipment, into the distillation vessel.
2. The distillation vessel is fitted with a thermal oil jacket that is heated by one or more electric heaters which brings the spent solvent to its boiling point.
3. Once the waste is separated, the recovered solvent vapors are channeled to an air cooled condenser, where it cools into its liquid form. 
4. The liquid is then directed to the clean solvent collection drums, where it can be reused.