The hydrogenation process is a type of chemical reaction in which gaseous hydrogens are used as reaction partners. Hydrogenations are generally carried out as heterogeneously catalyzed processes. Hydrogen is dispersed as fine bubbles to dissolve in a liquid.

The mixing system primarily performs the following tasks: Intensifying the mass transfer of hydrogen from the gas to the liquid phase:

• Removal of reaction heat by flowing towards the heat exchanger in the reactor
• Suspension of the catalyst
• Homogenization of reactor contents
• Prevention of concentration and temperature differences

Since almost all hydrogenation reactions occur under conditions of limited mass transfer, the Mechanimix hydrogenation reactor equipped with the unique Mechanimix combined gassing and a powerful cooling system allows for increased mass transfer and therefore higher space-time efficiency with often improved product quality. From testing in the Mechanimix R&D center to the resulting scale-up, plant components and turnkey hydrogenation plants, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of products and services for everything related to hydrogenation.

As Mekanimix, we are a pioneer in industrial mixing solutions and provide our customers with the highest level of performance and reliability with our facilities used in the hydrogenation of special chemicals. Our plants can be adapted to the processing of a variety of specialty chemicals with their flexible design. This provides solutions tailored to the needs of different industrial facilities and the sensitivity of the process. It is also equipped with precise control systems and optimized mixing technology, ensuring high efficiency and performance in the hydrogenation process. In this way, a stable reaction environment is created, while product quality is increased, energy saving and waste amount are reduced.

Special precautions have also been taken regarding reliability and security; Our facilities, designed in accordance with industrial standards, offer long-lasting and reliable performance. In addition, our facilities, equipped with easy maintenance and service facilities, provide easy accessibility to parts requiring maintenance thanks to their modular structure. Finally, our facilities, equipped with advanced process control and automation systems, precisely monitor and control process parameters, minimizing operator intervention. This results in more consistent product quality and operational efficiency.

Hydrogenation is a synthesis step that occurs frequently in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients. The success factors in this sector are the rapid introduction of new substances to the market, maximum efficiency and the highest possible flexibility in production.

By combining the planning, production and assembly of plant modules under one roof through modular plant concepts, Mechanimix makes optimal use of its skills and resources as a turnkey plant supplier.