Overview
Usage of Large-Scale Industrial Process Columns and Our Manufacturing Capabilities
Large-scale industrial process columns are critical components in numerous process-driven industries where separation, purification, absorption, or chemical reaction is required. These vertical vessels—often towering in size—are engineered to handle complex physical and chemical processes under varying conditions of temperature and pressure. Our company is a trusted manufacturer of industrial process columns, offering end-to-end solutions from design and fabrication to testing and site support. With world-class manufacturing infrastructure and engineering expertise, we deliver high-performance columns tailored to the most demanding industrial environments.
Oil & Gas Refining
- Distillation columns are central to separating crude oil into valuable fractions like gasoline, diesel, naphtha, and kerosene.
- Absorber and stripper columns are used in gas sweetening (e.g., amine treatment) and dehydration units.
- Designed to operate under high pressure and temperatures with corrosive hydrocarbons.
Petrochemical & Chemical Processing
- Used in separation and purification of chemical mixtures through distillation, extraction, rectification, and absorption.
- Tailored for continuous or batch operations, often incorporating internal components like trays, packing, and distributors.
- Materials selected to withstand acids, solvents, and highly reactive media.
Fertilizer and Ammonia Plants
- Reactor columns, synthesis towers, and urea strippers are key units in ammonia and urea production.
- Precision-designed for mass transfer and reaction kinetics under high pressures and catalytic conditions.
Pharmaceutical & Fine Chemicals
- Utilized for high-purity separation and solvent recovery with strict GMP compliance.
- Built with hygienic design principles and high-grade stainless steel for clean-in-place (CIP) compatibility.
Environmental & Gas Processing
- Packed and tray columns are deployed in CO₂ capture, gas drying, and emission treatment.
- Engineered to handle variable loads and corrosive off-gas components.
Overview
Our Manufacturing Capabilities
Our company is equipped to design and fabricate large industrial process columns that meet stringent
global standards and complex project requirements. Below is an overview of our strengths:
Production Facilities
- 30,000 square feet of covered fabrication area of 45,000 square feet of total space available with heavy-lift capacity.
- Columns manufactured up to 19 meters tall and 2.5 meters wide, with design pressures up to 20 bar.
- Equipped for fabrication in carbon steel, stainless steel, duplex, super duplex, Inconel, Hastelloy, and other exotic alloys.
Design & Engineering
- Thermal and mechanical design by experienced engineers using HYSYS, Aspen Plus, PV Elite, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD.
- Adherence to ASME Section VIII, TEMA, API 650/661, and client-specific standards.
- Full 3D modeling, FEA simulations, and wind/seismic load assessments for tall structures.
Column Internals Integration
- In-house or partnered manufacturing of tray decks, structured/random packing, distributors, demisters, and support grids.
- Pre-fabrication and installation of internals under controlled shop conditions to reduce fieldwork.
Quality & Testing
- Extensive QA/QC procedures including:
- Radiography, ultrasonic testing, liquid penetrant testing, and magnetic particle inspection.
- Hydraulic and pneumatic pressure tests.
- Material traceability and NDT as per international codes.
- Certifications: ISO 9001, ASME U Stamp, CE, PED, IBR, and others as required.
Logistics & Site Support
- Large-diameter and heavy-column transport arrangements for long-distance or export shipments.
- On-site assembly and welding support, especially for tall or sectional columns.
Why Choose Us
- Decades of Experience: Proven expertise in delivering columns to the oil & gas, petrochemical, chemical, and fertilizer sectors.
- Customization & Flexibility: Capable of meeting tight project deadlines and unique process demands.
- End-to-End Support: From concept design to commissioning support.
- Global Delivery: Export capabilities with third-party inspection and documentation support.
Conclusion
Industrial process columns are the backbone of large-scale separation and chemical transformation processes. At Oxair, we combine precision engineering with robust manufacturing capabilities to deliver reliable, high-performance columns that stand the test of time. Whether for refining, petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, or environmental solutions, our process columns are built to deliver operational excellence and unmatched durability.
