The

Resistants
Our process technology for
corrosive applications
DIABON®
DURABON®
POLYFLURON®
SICABON®
SIGRABOND®

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7 decad
3 generatio
Skid-mounted
HCl synthesis unit
Superior operational reliability
Each of our equipment and process solutions consists of up to 10000 single parts and
uses high-performance materials such as our chemical-resistant, resin-impregnated
DIABON graphite, which withstands the severe process conditions. Our products are
designed to meet our customer’s specification providing convincing total cost of
ownership, long service intervals and low downtimes. Several of our more than 20000
deliveries have been doing this for over 70 years. It’s like the grandfather started the
unit his grandchild is operating. “Resistants”, indeed, for three generations.
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des,
ions
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Our process
technology for
corrosive applications
Profit from our expertise in corrosive applications. As your
development partner we will not rest until you – our customer
– are satisfied. Our full backward integration with the con-
sequent material know-how, our engineering competency,
service focus and extensive application experience enable
us to do exactly this. As a leader of our industry we are
convinced that together with you we will develop tailored
solutions, products and services as well as trend-setting
innovations that keep you ahead of competition.

Process solutions
Your key benefits Products of SGL Carbon • HCl syntheses
Our systems, equipments and components provide maximum • Absorption of HCl gas
safety for your production processes while ensuring both avail- • Production of HCl gas from
ability and cost effectiveness. Moreover our comprehensive hydrochloric acid
range of services covers the entire lifecycle of your facilities. • Evaporation and
We are your reliable partner, not only your supplier. concentration of
hydrochloric acid
• Purification of HCl
• Dilution of H2SO4
• Concentration of H2SO4
• Concentration of H3PO4
• Defluorination of H3PO4
• Treatment of exhaust gas
and flue gas
• Destruction of
fluorochlorinated
hydrocarbons (HCFC)
• Handling of acidic gases
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Equipment Parts and assemblies Services Our materials

• Shell and tube heat • Rupture disks • Start-up DIABON®: Impermeable synthetic
exchanger • Column internals • Operation graphite based on resin impregnation,
• Block heat exchanger • Feed tubes • Upgrade PTFE impregnation or fluoroplastic
• Plate heat exchanger • Expansion joints • End-of-use bonding suitable up to a maximum
• Groove heat exchanger • Piping material temperature of 220 °C.
• Columns, reactors, • PTFE liners DIABON is certified by FDA.
vessels • PTFE hoses
• Quenchers DURABON®: Baked carbon with great
• Pumps hardness but low thermal conductivity.

POLYFLURON®: Synthetic fluoropoly-

mer of tetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)
available as paste extruded (white and
antistatic black) and skiffed material
grade.POLYFLURON is certified by FDA.

SICABON®: Compound of silicon and

carbon (SiC) suitable for ultra-deman-
ding applications such as oxidizing
media.

SIGRABOND®: Carbon fiber reinforced

carbon (CFRC) or carbon fiber reinfor-
ced plastic (CFRP) with superior
mechanical properties suitable for
processes up to 1000 °C and above.

Exotic Metals: Titanium, Hastelloy,

nickel alloys and zirconium for
demanding pump applications.
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Process solutions
As market leader we provide support for all
chemical processes in corrosive applications.
We make the difference by our comprehensive
backward integration, our in-house engineering
competency and project execution. A perfect
combination of enablers for delivering package
systems from a single source in the shortest
possible lead time.

Benefit from over 70 years of experience in

equipment production and the competence
to interconnect these equipment to
trend-setting process solutions.

Isothermal absorption system

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What makes the difference

In-house engineering know-how and project execution

We develop individually tailored solutions that satisfy your
requirements in every respect. A team of experienced design
engineers will work together with experts in plant construction
and process engineering, as well as with other specialists if
required, to execute the project successfully.

Material excellence and process knowledge

As an experienced material and equipment supplier, we can
rely on the high quality of our materials, such as DIABON,
POLYFLURON, SICABON and SIGRABOND. Combined with
our wide-ranging expertise, we provide solutions for corro-
sive applications that focus on sustainability and resource
efficiency.

Attractive cost-value ratio

Industries throughout the world are experiencing increasing
competition and cost pressure. Long-term success will
depend on the ability to address these challenges. With our
state-of-the-art, commercially optimized systems we are your
ideal partner to gain a decisive edge over your competitors.

Safety and quality first

We strive to deliver the lowest total cost of ownership while
meeting tight environmental and safety regulations, as well as
ambitious technical requirements. In any case, we will never
compromise on quality and safety.

Tailor-made as well as standard solutions

With our tailor-made, innovative solutions and integrated
approaches we ensure outstanding efficiency and improved
customer value. Our offer comprises the whole range: from ↑ Decomposition unit for processing flourinated hydrocarbons
complex systems to single units, as well as a comprehensive
standard portfolio.
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Your key benefits Applications [typical media]

• HCl gas and hydrochloric acid
• Engineered
• Sulphuric acid
Inhouse engineering know-how and design capabilities.
• Phosphoric acid
• Ingenious • Acidic gases
Own laboratory for determination of phase change • Exhaust gas and flue gas
equilibria data, state-of-the-art modelling tools • Destruction of flurochlorinated hydrocarbons (HCFC)
(e.g. Aspen+, FEM, CFD) • Thermal reaction of halogens
• On-time, on-budget, on-specification • Other corrosive applications
Inhouse project management - no external interfaces,
simultaneous engineering, design and equipment Industries
competences • Chemical
• Warranted • Environment
Process warranty included • Fertilizer
• Food
• Certified
• Mining
Design according to various code requirements possible
• Plastics
(e.g. ASME, PED/AD2000, GB)
• Pulp and paper
• Waste treatment
• Water

↓ HCl plant with synthesis, stripping and evaporation unit

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Our standard solutions

for your choice

DIABON and ECOSYN® HCl syntheses

•S  tandards available from 2.0 t/d up to 155 t/d Purification of HCl
(nominal output based on 100 % HCl) • S tandards available for feed streams up to 300 t/h of HCl
•P  roduction of hydrochloric acid with less than • S tripping columns with dedicated column internals
1 ppm free chlorine (e.g. SIGRABOND distributor, grids, packing) ensure
•P  roduction of HCl gas with lowest H2O content intensive fluid contact
acc. to your requirements • Temperatures over 100 °C
• Reliable operation. Uptimes higher than 98 %
• Highest payback thanks to heat recovery system Dilution of H2SO4
(e.g. steam recovery) • S tandards available for capacities ranging from
0.5 m³/h to 100 m³/h of diluted H2SO4
Absorption of HCl gas • Continuous or batch process
• S tandards available from 0.5 t/d up to 400 t/d • High homogeneous acid of consistent quality and
of 100 % HCl per unit temperature [full systems including density optimization]
• Product concentrations from 25 % to 38 % HCl • Systems fully preassembled in our workshops
•C  lean flue gases and high HCl concentrations in
product acid Concentration of H2SO4
• I sothermal, adiabatic and quench absorption available • High concentrations and temperatures over 170 °C possible
[dependent on HCl concentration and temperature of with SICABON silicon carbide heat exchanger
feed gas] • Natural or forced circulation
• Two- and three-stage concentration systems at different
Production of HCl gas from hydrochloric acid pressure levels significantly reduce steam consumption
•S tandards available from 2.0 t/d up to 200 t/d of 100 % HCl by up to 65 % compared to single-stage design
per unit
•V ery dry gas with moisture content 5-10 ppm possible Concentration and defluorination of phosphoric acid
•O ptimal design minimizes consumption of • FGPA conform equipment for defluorination step
steam and cooling water [corrosion, temperature and vacuum resistance, products
free from metal ions]
Evaporation and concentration of hydrochloric acid • Up to 3 times less cleaning cycles (cycles with SGL equip-
•S uitable for removal of salts or other high-boiling ment up to 21 days = 340 days uptime/a)
substances from HCl solutions as well as re-concentration • Full systems including process warranty, engineering,
•P ressure swing and extractive distillation technology equipment, piping, and instrumentation availbale
(H2SO4, CaCl2) available for demanding requirements like
low feed quality, challenging product pressure or energy Environmental protection and waste treatment solutions
demand • Treatment of exhaust gas and flue gas (e.g. quench
•D iluted HCl solutions can be concentrated by distillation processes)
up to azeotropic concentration (approx. 20 %) • Destruction of flurochlorinated hydrocarbons (HCFC)
•H igher concentrations of HCl (> 20 %) can be achieved by • Handling of acidic gases (e.g. from waste incineration)
means of a two-pressure distillation, extractive distillation
or CaCl2 system

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Equipment
Heat exchanger, columns, reactors and vessels, centrifugal
and axial pumps, quenchers based on graphite, silicon
carbide, PTFE and exotic metals. No matter what you are
looking for, we have just the right equipment. Benefit from
the safety, reliability, availability, efficiency and economy
of our solutions.

Tube bundle of DIABON

XXX shell and tube heat exchanger
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DIABON®, SICABON®
heat exchanger

As a leading supplier with > 20000 references all over the world

we offer a wide range of corrosion-resistant heat exchanger
based on our advanced graphite and silicon carbide materials
in combination with a superior constructive design. Our engi-
neering team relies to our global application expertise and
assists you in selecting the most economic heat transfer
solution.

↑ SICABON shell and tube heat exchanger ↑ DIABON block heat exchanger

DIABON graphite, SICABON SiC shell and tube heat exchanger DIABON graphite block heat exchanger
Graphite shell and tube heat exchanger have universal appli- DIABON graphite block heat exchanger are one of the most
cations and are especially recommended for medium to large robust and flexible solutions for heat exchange of corrosive
sizes up to 1500 m² while SiC shell and tube heat exchanger media available on the market. They are universally applicable
mainly are used to control highly corrosive or oxidizing applica- and recommended for small to medium sizes up to 300 m². Our
tions. We provide optimized solutions for your specific require- solutions include cylindrical, cubical and mono-block designs.
ments which significantly reduce operational costs and, at the
same time, minimize risks when processing critical as well as
demanding corrosive media. Your key benefits
• Durable
Long lifetime: Superior corrosion resistance by
Your key benefits full range of graphite and impregnation qualities
• Corrosion resistant • Available
High quality graphites and first class phenolic resin Sturdy design using soft gaskets between blocks
impregnation. SiC for ultra demanding applications result in significant reduced risk of block damages
• Robust • Compact
Monolithic tubesheets up to 1600 mm in diameter. Ultra efficient block drillings and resin film free
Unique tube sheet system for SICABON heat exchanger holes available
• Safe • Flexible
Up to 20 times less tube breakages through fiber reinforce- Large range of design options for a great variety
ment technology CARBOGUARD® of applications
• Compact • Cost effective
Ultra efficient graphite tube qualities with lateral heat Ease of handling for fast and favorable maintenance
conductivities up to 70 W/mK (certified by TÜV)
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↑ 3D model of a DIABON groove heat exchanger explaining the fluid ↑ DIABON graphite plate heat exchanger
management inside the unit

DIABON graphite groove heat exchanger DIABON graphite, SICABON SiC plate heat exchanger
DIABON groove heat exchanger are an economic and reliable Our DIABON graphite plate heat exchangers, developed in
choice – and a perfect solution when a gasket free heat ex- cooperation with Alfa Laval, use the most modern and efficient
changer is required. The machined graphite plates are directly technology on the market and include continous innovations
interconnected by means of our cementing technology. In like the world’s largest graphite plate heat exchanger type P90.
addition, the turbulent flow arrangement achieves high effi- Ultra-efficient and flexible, plate heat exchanger are recom-
ciency, thus requiring very small installation space. A compact mended for small to medium sizes up to 60 m². In addition our
alternative to e. g. annular groove heat exchangers. SICABON silicon carbide plate heat exchanger is available up
to type P05 (~5 m²) to enable the use of the most efficient heat
exchanger type also in environments where others fail.
Your key benefits
• Gasket free
No risk of gasket failure and no need of replacement etc. Your key benefits
• Corrosion resistant • Efficient
Both media (cold and hot) can be corrosive. Only material in Highest heat recovery for interchanger
contact with process and service media is graphite • Flexible
• FDA approved Modular expansion possible
DIABON is FDA approved for food and drug applications • Compact
• Compact Up to 75 % less space requirement
Low space requirement thanks to turbulent and • Available
resin film free flow channels Up to 50 % less production stops for maintenance,
• Compatible repair and service
Exchangeable with Korobon heat exchanger type KD • On short call
and type K Standard is 8 weeks
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DIABON®, POLYFLURON®
columns, reactors and vessels

↑ POLYFLURON PTFE lined column ↑ DIABON graphite column with internals

POLYFLURON linings – corrosion-resistance and high purity DIABON graphite – robust and economical
Applied to steel columns, reactors and vessels, our universal- Our columns, reactors and vessels made of DIABON graphite
ly resistant PTFE linings deliver virtually unlimited corrosion are fully vacuum resistant. They can cope with pressures up to
resistance and high mechanical stability, allowing pressures 3 bar and reach diameters up to 3000 mm, which makes them
up to 16 bar and temperatures up to 250 °C; diameters up to the largest columns in the world. The excellent qualities of the
3000 mm can also be achieved. POLYFLURON is especially material ensure a long lifespan and thus cost efficiency.
suited to highly pure applications as it avoids back diffusion
of metal ions into the process media and minimizes fouling
thanks to its anti-adhesive properties. Of course POLYFLURON Your key benefits
is available in an antistatic version and certified by FDA • Safe
Monolithic section design up to diameter 1700 mm,
unique segementation technology above
Your key benefits • Corrosion resistant
• Safe Designs based on superior material quality of DIABON
Lowest permeation/diffusion rates of POLYFLURON phenolic resin impregnated graphite
avoids corrosion of steel shell
• Proven
• Cost-effective Largest graphite columns worldwide in trouble-free
section length up to 4000  mm reduced number of flanges operation since 2006
• Pure • Ingenious
POLYFLURON is certified by FDA Designed with state-of-the-art simulation tools
• Ingenious (CFD, FEM)
Designed with state-of-the-art simulation tools (CFD, FEM)

Full package solutions

In addition, based on our extensive range of engineering ser-
vices and mass-transfer calculations, we can offer full pack-
age solutions that include column internals. You benefit from
less interfaces and clear responsibilities for mass-transfer.
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DIABON®, DURABON® and

exotic metal pumps

↑ DIABON centrifugal pump ↑ Exotic metal propeller pump

Centrifugal pumps Axial pumps

Thanks to our material expertise we deliver solutions that out- Specially designed to improve the performance of evaporation
perform standard pump constructions and help generate the loops in the phosphoric acid industry, we offer exotic metal
lowest cost of ownership. axial pumps based on titanium, zirkonium and nickel alloys.

Graphite beats Unreached performers

Unlike plastic centrifugal pumps, DIABON graphite is neither These pumps allow flow rates up to 20000 m3/h and top heads
permeable nor loses stability over time or at high tempera- up to 10 m, even at low speeds. The welded constructions per-
tures. Even accidental dry runs, temperature peaks or other mit higher stability and purity than casted designs, while the
processing irregularities do not damage the pump. DIABON outstanding shaft rigidity induces low tolerances resulting in
pumps are vacuum resistant, compatible with almost all higher efficiency. Moreover, the pumps are much less sensitive
corrosive fluids and extraordinarily durable. to pressure changes or vibrations.

Resistance at its best

Your key benefits The high corrosion resistance results in significantly lower
• Efficient maintenance costs compared to other pumps. In fact we are
Low thermal expansion and absence of swelling allows one of the very few manufacturers of pumps that are capa-
for very low tolerances and constant performance over ble of working in phosphoric acid. Our axial pumps are used
years, even up to 200 °C in industries that employ fertilizers/phosphates, potash and
• Durable sulphuric acids, and are also available in various carbon mate-
No permeation of corrosive fluids and resistance against rials.
nearly all chemicals
• Abrasion resistant
DIABON has a good resistance to abrasion at elevated
temperatures. With hard DURABON carbon and free-flow
designs we offer solutions that stand up to even the
toughest conditions
• S tandardized
Designs according to ISO 2858
• Maintenance-friendly
"back-pull-out" design allows inspection and
maintenance without disconnecting the piping and volute Missing something? Contact us!
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DIABON® quenchers

Robustness and efficiency Your key benefits

Our graphite-based quenchers are an excellent choice for the
• Flexible
treatment of gases in an aggressive chemical environment
High turndown up to 100%, fast start-up and shut-down,
(e.g. where acids can be generated), and also can withstand
insensitive against varying flue gas composition
gas temperatures up to 1600 °C. Their design, with no mov-
ing parts, is extremely robust and is not affected by thermal • Installable
shock or deformation, while impairment by dust particles is Compact design due to direct contact heat transfer and
minimized. These are prerequisites for excellent production optimized free flow cross section
efficiency. • Reliable
Stop of high temperature reactions by sudden reduction
Pipe quenchers for high heat transfer rates of process gas temperature
In this design, liquid and gas flow co-currently through pipes • Durable
at high velocities. The turbulences created thereby ensure Long lifetime due to robust design and use of first grade
prolonged direct contact and thus high heat transfer rates, graphite material DIABON
while they also reduce the risk of plugging, thus enhancing the
effect of large pipe diameters.

Empty pipe quenchers reducing the risk of fouling Upgrading your equipment
In these quenchers the cooling liquid forms a conical curtain We also supply materials and designs to improve the tempera-
which directly acts on the gases flowing through the pipe. This ture- and corrosion resistance of your units in case you do not
design eliminates the risk of fouling (with particles up to 2 mm) operate with DIABON-based quenchers.
and is especially helpful when low pressure drops are indis-
pensable or capacity fluctuations occur.

↓ Assembly of DIABON quencher DN2700

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Parts and
assemblies
Lined parts as expansion joints and piping systems,
carbon fiber reinforced column internals, and
rupture disks. The complete range of components
at your disposal to ensure safe and reliable
operation of your entire process.

FLUROFLEX expansion joints based on POLYFLURON PTFE

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POLYFLURON® lined parts

↑ POLYFLURON PTFE piping ↑ POLYFLURON PTFE liners

We provide global support for safe and economical handling of POLYFLURON linings and lining services
your corrosive media. The basis for our products and solutions For the lining of components, we supply a comprehensive
is POLYFLURON, which continues to perform safely when other range of POLYFLURON liners. You can also request to have your
plastics have long since reached their limits. existing components lined directly by our specialists. Our pipe
liners are seamless and available in many different sizes:
POLYFLURON expansion joints are also used to absorb oscilla- • Diameter: DN 25 to DN 600
tions and vibrations – for instance those generated by pumps • Length: Up to 8000 mm
– because of its low susceptibility to material fatigue and the • Thickness: 1 mm to 8 mm
complete absence of brittle fracture.
As supplier of large-capacity steel components such as
Fluroflex expansion joints columns, reactors, and vessels with a POLYFLURON lining,
Our expansion joints are based on POLYFLURON PTFE and main- we can line components of virtually any shape or size –
ly installed in steel- and PTFE-lined steel pipelines, enamel/ even complex geometries. Our portfolio leads from seamless
glass-lined pipelines and plastic and fibre-reinforced plastic to welded linings, depending on the shape and size of the
(FRP) pipelines. Because of their flexibility and low spring rates, component.
they are also used in sensitive plant components with enamel
finishes, in FRP and graphite process equipment and graphite
heat exchangers. Your key benefits
• Diameter: DN 25 to DN 2500 • Tested
• Pressure ratings: Vacuum up to 25 bar/2.5 MPa Performance parameters at specific design temperatures
• Temperature: Up to 200 °C are simulated and confirmed by tests,no extrapolation
• Lining: White or antistatic black • Safe
• L arge axial, lateral and angular movements Superior POLYFLURON quality enables high fibrillation,
low void content and optimum crystalinity
POLYFLURON piping systems
Based on our experience with paste-extruded PTFE and more • Flexible
than 1000 reference customers, we supply a comprehensive Up to 10 convolutions, up to 1800mm diameter, vacuum
range of POLYFLURON lined piping systems, mainly for the support rings made of CFRC
transport of corrosive media.
• Diameter (seamless): DN 25 to DN 600
• Length: 100 to 6000 mm
• Pressure rating: PN10 (10 bar/1 MPa)
• Temperature: -10 to +200 °C
• Flange types: EN or ANSI flanges
• Lining: White or antistatic black
• As dip pipe or inlet sleeves for transferring fluid
• Flange safety devices: Safety tapes and shields
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SIGRABOND® Chemical
carbon fiber reinforced column internals

↑ SIGRABOND Chemical feed tubes DN50 and DN125 ↑ SIGRABOND Chemical liquid distributor DN3200

Your key benefits SIGRABOND Chemical is a modern, high-strength, temperature

resistant composite material made of carbon fibers within a
• Freedom in operation
plastic or carbon matrix. It outperforms most other conven-
·P
 erformance warranty for mechanical and tional materials and provides significant technological, as well
hydraulic design as economic, benefits.
· T hird-party certification of mechanical design
by FEM on request Our internals are designed both for new column installations
·H
 ydraulic design confirmed by distributor test and upgrades of existing installations utilizing traditional cor-
at test bench rosion-resistant materials (exotic metals, ceramics, plastics,
glass linings, etc.) in the chemical, fine chemical and petro-
·D
 esign and materials ensure high tolerance to
chemical industry, as well as in the food and fertilizer industry.
process fluctuations
• No material mix in internals Combined competencies
·F
 ull portfolio of column internals made of We have set up a cooperation with the global leading internal
carbon fiber composites (CFC) available supplier, thus combining our material expertise with their mass
· Portfolio covers the whole range of applications transfer know-how. This results in innovative and economic
regarding volume flow, temperature and corrosion solutions for your demanding applications.
resistance
Full range
• Easy handling and installation
Our innovative column internals include:
· L ightweight design of all components • Liquid distributors
· Segmented versions for installation via manhole • Liquid collectors
·E
 xclusive use of materials with non-ceramic properties • Structured packing
• Support grids
• Retaining grids
• Feed tubes for liquids and gases
• Column plates (e.g. sieve plates)
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DIABON® rupture disks

More control – more reliability Conversely, our rupture disks made of synthetic resin-impreg-
Our rupture disks, made of high-grade graphite for process nated graphite (series N, D and DV) do show influence of tem-
equipment, steadily burst at the rated pressure. Due to the ho- perature, but this occurs only above 50 °C. Yet their reliability is
mogenous structure of the material, constant strength is main- clearly higher in comparison to metal disks, as DIABON graphite
tained all over the disk, only rupturing when pressure reaches rupture disks exhibit a much smaller drop in bursting pressure
the critical value. with a rise in temperature.

Ring flanges for additional safety

On request, our disks (series N, F and HT) can be supplied with
a carbon fiber-reinforced ring flange. This reduces the risk of
rupture due to assembly errors and minimizes the likelihood of
media escaping after the safety disk is released.

Instant release of pressure

A further major advantage lies in the optimized brittleness of
the material. Thanks to this, our DIABON graphite rupture disks
instantly free the entire pressure release aperture on bursting.

Resisting temperature rises

While the conformity to rated bursting pressures in metal
rupture disks generally declines as temperature rises, our disk
series F and HT remain unaffected by heat. The mechanical
strength of the disks doesn’t alter over the entire permissible
temperature range.

Your key benefits

• I ndependant
Bursting pressure remains constant across the full
temperature range
• Variable
Available in many designs and material options
for multiple process conditions (e.g. vacuum, food
and pharma application)
• Safe
Pressure release across the entire aperture due to
cermic properties of DIABON graphite; visual and
acustic alarm systems are available ↑ DIABON rupture disk DN300
• On short call
Rupture disks are available from stock in many sizes
and designs

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Services
We provide first class services
throughout the lifecycle of
our products to enhance your
benefits.

POLYFLURON Product Range Supplement:

Safety Tape for Flange Connections
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Customer needs come first. Based on this philosophy we offer

a comprehensive service portfolio for:

• Start-up
• Operation/Maintenance
• Upgrade
• End of use

Among others, our extensive services include material exper-

tise, engineering support, installation, commissioning, main-
tenance, repairs, emergency supplies, upgrading, revamping
and, finally, disposal of equipment.

Heightening safety and minimizing costs

Our experienced fitters, supervisors and service specialists
work regionally within a global network and to the high quality
standards of SGL Carbon. Through our competent support and
reliable partnership we translate your needs into solutions
that provide highest safety standards and minimize cost of
ownership.

Expertise for your success

Beyond our comprehensive services, the proximity to our
customers is an essential factor for success. We share our ex-
pertise in materials and technology and our market knowledge
in order to develop solutions that meet your needs precisely.
Moreover, we offer individual training and workshops to impart
specific know-how for every phase of the lifecycle, and to
strengthen your competencies.
↑ Initial assembly of chlorine feed pipe at a HCl synthesis unit
Thus, our services enable customers to fully benefit from our
high quality materials, products and solutions. We give you
support to adapt your processes to fast-changing market
demands and to master the challenges of cost reduction and
efficient operations – the key to business success.
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Start-up Operation / Maintenance

The art of commissioning Advantage through maintenance

Initial operation of complex systems and valuable equipment Standard maintenance often is carried out by the companies
requires detailed preparation to avoid damages due to im- that run the plants. Yet complex demands and special ma-
proper handling or installation. Being the original equipment terials, such as graphite, require the support of a specialized
manufacturer, we have detailed knowledge of delivery and partner. Our experience enables us to provide a full scope of
assembly, and our long-term experience ensures professional services covering everything: from general assistance right
and safe installation. up to intricate tasks. We can set up customer-specific mainte-
nance approaches to ensure uninterrupted high performance
Safe start of your systems and equipment; a crucial issue in increasing
Only fine-tuned systems operate according to design speci- market competition.
fications and fulfill the highest safety standards that you de-
mand. In addition, our performance tests verify full operational
capability and high product quality during commissioning.

Your options
• Unpacking and inspection'
• Assembly and installation
• Commissioning
• Performance tests
• Consulting and operator training

↑ Field service with respiratory protection – nothing special for our

trained fitters.

Fit for emergency

However, as unexpected equipment failure cannot be avoided
completely, a reliable service partner is vital. We offer a high
quality trouble-shooting service combining fast response and
in-depth competence, which enables our experienced fitters to
restart your system or equipment with minimal downtime.

Spare parts
As a fully integrated original equipment manufacturer, we are
able to supply genuine spare parts of high quality material and
maximum operational reliability – readily available and with min-
imum lead times. Moreover, we offer comprehensive prevention
concepts for systems and complex production lines on site.

Your options
↑ Final inspection of a flange connection before start-up • Emergency procedures and trouble-shooting
• Investigation and failure analysis
• Maintenance and repair (on-site and off-site)
• Equipment cleaning services
• Genuine (OEM) spare parts
• Inspection, diagnosis and expert advice
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Upgrade End-of-use

Keeping up with changing markets Interim solutions

New challenges can arise during the service life of equipment End-of-use does not necessarily mean end of life. Changing
and systems. For example, a competitive market environment market conditions may require the adjustment of existing in-
may require more energy savings, or production capacity may stallations to new operation conditions, or even the temporary
need to be increased. Safety and legislation standards may shutdown of a plant. Based on our broad operational know-
change as well. In such situations, we give you support as an how, we support you to implement the best solution in this kind
experienced supplier in order to get the maximum out of your of situation.
facilities, or introduce installation modifications.
Lasting disposal
Comprehensive enhancement When your equipment reaches its end of operating life, we
Our upgrade services go far beyond maintenance and incident consider it our responsibility as a manufacturer to provide
management. We are continuously developing new solutions to solutions for the closing of the product’s life cycle. Our end-of-
enable you to be one step ahead of your competitors. Operating life (EoL) service offers individually tailored solutions adapted
in close partnership with you, we provide an insight into your to your requirements. Our offer is based on years of experience,
production process and individual needs, and set up specific detailed know-how and in-depth knowledge of materials and
individual concepts that ensure the best performance of your the certified, lasting disposal of them.
systems and equipment. Therefore we are using our inhouse
modeling capbilities (e.g. Aspen+, FEM, CFD) to optimize for
instance thermal designs.
Your options
• Conservation for temporary shut-down periods
• Certification and revamp of used equipment
Your options • Adjustment to new applications
• Upgrade and modification • End-of-life service
• Equipment standardization
• Spare part concepts
• Process simulation
• Laboratory services
• Workshops and training

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Successful
together
In addition to manufacturing products,
we offer you smart, sustainable solu-
tions based on our extensive expertise
in a wide range of applications. We in-
tend a close working relationship with
you and clearly understand your specific
requirements. This puts us in a position
to develop new, forward-looking solu-
tions and respond effectively to challen-
ges as they arise. This is how we innova-
te. An example - the first entire family of
CFC-based column internals.
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Setting the benchmark

Whenever materials like stainless steel or plastics

do not cope with aggressive environments (such as
corrosive or high temperature situations), carbon
fiber composites (CFC) provide a highly resistant
alternative.

Our SIGRABOND Chemical carbon-fiber reinforced

carbon for column internals excels in lightness,
stiffness and strength, resists much higher tem-
peratures than plastic and is at a lower cost level
than special metals.

For these reasons, a leading company for separa-

tion and mixing technology decided to extend their
cooperation with us in the field of column inter-
nals. As a result, we deliver a unique and complete
portfolio that includes support grids, packing, liquid
distributors, collectors and feed pipes made of
SIGRABOND Chemical.

For the first time, an entire family of CFC-based

column internals is available, allowing for the often
difficult combination of different materials to be
avoided. Moreover, an innovative connection sys-
tem enables the realization of larger diameters and
allows for cost-efficient production.
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Smart
Solutions
Be it materials, components or production
processes, we focus our thinking and actions on
the customer and keep an eye on the big picture.
Our solutions already anticipate the future today.

The following examples show a selection of our

unique product range.

Mobility
• Lightweight components and structural parts
based on fiber-reinforced composites for auto-
motive and aerospace manufacture

• Graphite anode material for lithium-ion batteries

in electric vehicles

• Carbon-ceramic brake disks for sports cars and

luxury sedans

Energy
• High-temperature solutions based on specialty
graphites and fiber materials for the photovoltaic
industry

• Carbon fiber materials for rotor blades

• Gas diffusion layers for fuel cells

• Systems for more efficient heat exchange and

heat recovery

• Carbon fibers for pressurized gas containers

Digitization
• Carbon, graphite, and CFC components for
polysilicon and monocrystal pulling in the
semiconductor industry

• High precision, coated graphite carriers for the

production of LEDs

→ State-of-the-art green production with

the world’s largest isostatic press
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SGL Carbon
We are leaders in the development and manu-
facture of products based on carbon, graphite,
carbon fibers, and fiber-reinforced composites.
In partnership with our customers, we develop
intelligent, trendsetting, and sustainable
solutions that deliver a clear benefit.

With our in-depth material, engineering, and

application know-how, we make a substantial
contribution to the major future topics mobility,
energy, and digitization.
Contact
Europe / Middle East / Africa
SGL CARBON GmbH
Werner-von-Siemens-Strasse 18
86405 Meitingen/Germany
[email protected]

Americas
SGL CARBON Technic LLC
21945 Drake Road
OH 44149 Strongsville/USA
[email protected]

Asia / Pacific
SGL CARBON Far East Ltd.
151 Huan Chen Dong Lu
Shanghai Fengpu Industrial Development Zone
201401 Fengxian/China
[email protected]

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notes on our products and their uses. It should
therefore not be construed as guaranteeing
specific properties of the products described
or their suitability for a particular application.
Any existing industrial property rights must be
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