Hot oil or thermal fluid boilers are often used to heat equipment in process plant applications. Replacing steam in a broad range of process applications, thermal fluid systems provide precise, uniform temperature control which in turn leads to increased production and product quality when compared to steam boilers. Thermal oil burners can operate at a higher temperature range than steam boilers, are more resistant to corrosion and are self-lubricating.

International Process Plants (IPP) offers a variety of used hot oil and thermal fluid boilers for purchase as part of its larger inventory of high-quality used industrial parts and equipment. Our portfolio of complete process plants, complete plant sites and used equipment allow us to typically find solutions within 24 hours for our industrial clients. We’ve served more than 160,000 satisfied customers in the more than 46 years in the process industry, where we’re proud to offer high-quality, customizable assets to fit your needs.

Among the many types of steam boilers IPP offers for purchase are: Fire Tube, Economizers, Hot Water Heaters, Waste Heat, and Water Tube Boilers. Boilers are used to create steam or hot water for process plant applications. Certain plants use steam or hot water (vs. a thermal fluid) to heat their reactors and heat exchangers for cooking their products. Boilers are also crucial in power generation plants or co-generation plants where steam turbines are used to generate electricity.

IPP has a large inventory of used and reconditioned oil heaters and boilers as well as boiler accessories.

Centrifuges are used to separate different products or materials in a liquid. Centrifugal force is used to separate a liquid from a solid, or two liquids of different densities.

International Process Plants (IPP), a trusted supplier of industrial products for more than 46 years, has a wide range of used centrifuges available for purchase. Our extensive inventory means we can often find a solution within 24 hours for our business partners’ industrial plant and parts needs. It’s also one reason we have more than 160,000 satisfied customers.

Gale Process Solutions (GPS) also designs and manufactures new centrifuges for chemical, pharmaceutical, food, and industrial processing applications.

Chillers work by compressing a refrigeration gas into a liquid and, using a special refrigeration valve, releasing the compressed liquid back into a gas. into a liquid and, using a special refrigeration valve, releasing the compressed liquid back into a gas. The conversion of the liquid back into a gas removes heat and creates cold. International Process Plants (IPP), a trusted supplier of industrial plants and used plant parts for over 46 years, has a wide range of chillers available for purchase.

These items are part of IPP’s unmatched global inventory of industrial solutions that have served more than 160,000 satisfied customers. And this extensive stock allows us to typically find solutions for our business partners within 24 hours.

Among the products for sale are used chillers and other processing equipment used in industrial refrigeration.

Chillers for sale are grouped by the type of compressor and include: centrifugal, screw type and reciprocating.

Chillers are further grouped by the type of cooling used to dispense the heat generated, including

Water-Cooled Chillers

Water-cooled chillers use cooling water and condensers to efficiently remove heat in large industrial facilities.

Air-Cooled Chillers

Air-cooled chillers use ambient air and condenser coils to reject heat and are commonly used where cooling water is unavailable.

Industrial Condensers

Industrial condensers play a critical role in refrigeration and process cooling systems by removing heat from refrigerant vapors and process streams IPP’s available chillers are typically a packaged design.

• Legacy refrigerants

• Transitional HFC/HFO blends

• Lower-GWP refrigerants

Refrigerants such as:

R-134a, R-410A, R-407C, R-404A, R-507A, R-22, R-123

And newer alternatives:

R-448A, R-449A, R-513A, R-515B, R-1234ze, R-454B, R-454C, R-455A, R-32, Ammonia (R-717), CO₂ (R-744), Propane (R-290)

IPP’s available chillers are typically a packaged design with the compressor, condenser, evaporator, pumps, valves and controls all skid-mounted.

Chillers are often distinguished by the tons of refrigeration they produce and at what temperature. A rule of thumb when looking for a chiller’s capacity is 1 ton of refrigeration (TR) @ 40 F for each horsepower the compressor uses. The lower the discharge temperature, the more horsepower is required.

Cooling towers are designed to take water that is heated during the refrigeration process and cool it quickly by passing it through a cooling tower where large fans cool the water.

International Process Plants (IPP), a trusted supplier of industrial process plants and equipment for more than 46 years, now has a wide range of high-quality used evaporators available for purchase. IPP’s unmatched global inventory means we often find solutions within 24 hours for our business partners’ needs, and it’s just one reason we have more than 160,000 satisfied customers – including all Fortune 100 members within the process industries, and tens of thousands of small and midsize manufacturers and toll processors.

Among the many types of evaporators we have for sale are multiple effect evaporators and thermo compression evaporators, each of which has different functionality.

What is an evaporator?

An evaporator is used to concentrate a solution, separating the vapor from the solution. All evaporation equipment contains a heat exchanger for heating the process solution and a means to effectively separate the vapor from the residual liquid, called a vapor separator.

Evaporator performance is commonly rated by pounds, kilograms, or tons per hour of evaporation. Gale Process Solutions (GPS) also designs and manufactures new evaporators for industrial processing applications. The greatest increase in steam economy is achieved by reusing the vaporized solvent. This is done in a Multiple Effect Evaporator by using the vapor from one effect as the heating medium for another effect in which boiling takes place at a lower temperature and pressure.

Another method of increasing the utilization of energy is to use a Thermo Compression Evaporator, in which the vapor is compressed so it will condense at a temperature high enough to permit its use as the heating medium in the same evaporator. This type is called a Mechanical Vapor Recompression, or MVR.

Gale Process Solutions (GPS) also designs and manufactures new evaporators for industrial processing applications.

Fermenters are specialized vessels used for commercial fermentations, performed aseptically to prevent contamination by microorganisms. These vessels are typically held under pressure to enhance mass transfer and accelerate the fermentation process. Unlike chemical reactors, fermenters function as biological reactors, playing a crucial role in the production of various bioproducts.

Types of Fermenters and Their Functions

• Batch Fermenters: The conventional batch fermenter is the cornerstone of the fermentation industry. These are agitated, jacketed pressure vessels equipped with cooling coils, baffles, and a sparger ring to introduce vapor into the fermentation process. The batch fermenter facilitates the growth of microorganisms under controlled conditions, ensuring optimal fermentation.
• Seed Tanks: In a fermentation plant, the process begins in smaller vessels known as seed tanks. These tanks initiate the fermentation process by allowing microorganisms to start growing. Once the organisms reach a certain growth stage, they are transferred to larger production fermenters for further development.
• Production Fermenters: These are larger vessels where the main fermentation process occurs. Production fermenters share physical characteristics with reactors, such as a narrow diameter and long straight sides, but include additional features like cooling coils and sparger rings to maintain the necessary environmental conditions for fermentation.

Design and Features of Fermenters

• Aseptic Conditions: Ensuring aseptic conditions is critical in fermentation to prevent contamination. Fermenters are designed to maintain sterility throughout the process.
• Pressure Vessels: Fermenters are held under pressure to enhance the efficiency of the fermentation process by improving mass transfer rates.
• Agitation and Cooling: The vessels are equipped with agitators to keep the fermentation mixture uniform and cooling coils to manage the exothermic nature of the fermentation reactions.
• Sparger Rings: These rings introduce vapor or gases into the fermenter, which is essential for aerobic fermentation processes.

What is a Fermenter?

A fermenter is a biological reactor designed to facilitate the controlled growth of microorganisms for the production of various bioproducts. These vessels are essential in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverages, and biofuels. Fermenters can be used for a wide range of applications, including the production of antibiotics, enzymes, alcohol, and other biochemicals.

At International Process Plants (IPP), we offer a wide selection of high-quality used fermenters to meet the specific needs of your fermentation processes. IPP also offers bioreactors, including stainless steel bioreactors and single-use bioreactor systems for biotechnology and pharmaceutical applications.

Gale Process Solutions (GPS) manufactures new fermenters and bioreactors for commercial production and pilot-scale operations.

Heat exchangers are essential unfired heat transfer equipment used extensively in process plants to transfer heat or cold between two fluids. They serve critical functions such as heating processes, cooling processes, and condensing vapors during processing. IPP offers a wide variety of used heat exchangers, including stainless steel options, ensuring we have the right solution for your specific needs. Heat exchangers are typically measured in square feet (Sq. Ft.) of heat transfer surface area.

What is a Heat Exchanger?

A heat exchanger is a device used to transfer heat between two or more fluids without mixing them. They are crucial in many industrial processes for controlling temperatures and ensuring the efficient operation of equipment. Heat exchangers can handle a variety of fluids, including gases, liquids, and vapors, and can be designed for specific process requirements.

At International Process Plants (IPP), we provide high-quality used heat exchangers that meet the stringent demands of various industrial applications. Gale Process Solutions (GPS) manufactures new alloy heat exchangers for demanding industrial applications.

Universal Glasteel Equipment (UGE) manufactures new glass-lined shell and tube heat exchangers.

What is an Industrial Filter?

An industrial filter is a machine that separates solid particles from liquids, ensuring the purity and clarity of the liquid product. Filters are used in various industries, including chemical, pharmaceutical, food and beverage, and more. They play a vital role in ensuring the quality of the final product by removing impurities and solids.

At International Process Plants (IPP), we provide high-quality used industrial filters to meet the specific needs of your processes. Gale Process Solutions (GPS) also designs and manufactures new filtration systems and industrial filters for chemical, pharmaceutical, and food processing applications.

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A mill is a machine used for size reduction, which involves breaking down materials into smaller, uniform particles. Mills are crucial in various industries, including chemical, mineral, pharmaceutical, and food processing, to ensure the quality and consistency of the final product. They can handle a wide range of materials, from dry solids to slurries, and are designed to meet specific process requirements.

At International Process Plants (IPP), we provide high-quality used mills to meet the specific needs of your processes. With over 46 years of industry experience and a commitment to customer satisfaction, our extensive inventory ensures we can provide solutions quickly and efficiently. Gale Process Solutions (GPS) manufactures new mills and particle size reduction equipment for industrial applications.

An industrial mixer is a machine designed to blend materials into a uniform mixture. These mixers are essential in various industries to ensure consistent product quality and efficient processing. They can handle a wide range of materials, from powders and granules to viscous pastes and liquids, and are designed to meet specific process requirements.

At International Process Plants (IPP), we provide high-quality used mixers and blenders to meet the specific needs of your industrial processes. Gale Process Solutions (GPS) manufactures new mixers and blending equipment for chemical, pharmaceutical, and food processing applications.

A pulverizer is a machine designed to reduce the size of materials through high-speed impact and attrition. These machines are crucial in various industries for processing raw materials into fine powders, ensuring consistent product quality and efficient processing. Pulverizers can handle a wide range of materials, from coarse chunks to fine powders, and are designed to meet specific process requirements.

At International Process Plants (IPP), we provide high-quality used pulverizers to meet the specific needs of your industrial processes. Gale Process Solutions (GPS) manufactures new pulverizers and particle size reduction systems for a wide range of industrial applications.

Continuously Stirred Tank Reactors (CSTR) or batch reactor vessels are at the core of many industrial processes, providing a controlled environment for chemical reactions. IPP offers an extensive selection of over 1,000 different reactor vessels, encompassing a wide variety of materials, pressure ratings, temperature ranges, orientations, and agitation styles. Our inventory includes common batch-type continuously stirred tank reactors, pipe reactors, Buss loop reactors, catalyst reactors, hydrogenation reactors, slurry reactors, plug flow reactors, flow chemistry reactors, oscillatory baffled reactors, pilot scale reactors, kilo lab reactors, and bench scale reactors.

The IPP Group Boasts the Industry’s Largest Selection of New, Unused Surplus, Reglassed, and High-Quality Used Glass-Lined Reactors

The IPP Group boasts the industry’s largest selection of new, unused surplus, reglassed, and high-quality used glass-lined reactors from well-known original manufacturers like UGE, Pfaudler, De Dietrich (DDPS), 3V, and ThaleTec.

Our sister company, Universal Glasteel Equipment (UGE) manufactures and maintains standard designed reactors in stock in all common sizes and configurations, from 10 gallons to 6,000 gallons (30 liters to 22kL), but also builds brand new glass lined equipment and glass lined parts for a customer’s specific requirement.

UGE maintains an inventory of over 300 glass-lined reactors, and thousands of re-glassed and new glass-lined parts to support UGE reactors as well as Pfaudler and De Dietrich reactors.

Choose from reactors made from carbon steel (CS), various grades of stainless steel (SS) such as 304, 316, and 316L, or from high-performance cobalt and nickel alloys like HASTELLOY® C-276, Monel 400 & K-500, Inconel 600 & 625, Incoloy 904, as well as Titanium and Zirconium alloys.

• Conventional / Simple Jacket: An outer cylinder encloses the reactor, providing basic heat transfer capabilities.
• Dimple Jacket: Hemispherical dimples pressed into the jacket plate wrap the reactor, suitable for low-temperature heat transfer and pressures under 300 psi.
• Partial / Half Pipe Coil Jacket: A pipe cut in half lengthwise and wrapped around the reactor in a helical pattern. This versatile design is used for both high and low-temperature heat transfer and high-pressure applications.

A reactor is a vessel designed to facilitate chemical reactions under controlled conditions. Reactors are essential in various industries, including chemical, pharmaceutical, and food processing, to ensure efficient and consistent product output. They can handle a wide range of reactants and are designed to meet specific process requirements, including temperature, pressure, and agitation.

At International Process Plants (IPP), we provide high-quality used reactors to meet the specific needs of your processes. With over 46 years of industry experience and a commitment to customer satisfaction, our extensive inventory ensures we can provide solutions quickly and efficiently.

• ASME Section VIII Division 1
• ASME Section VIII Division 2
• National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors
• CE Certification
• European PED
• ASME BPE
• UK Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (PS(S)R / PSSR)
• Other applicable international standards