Used Myers Vacuum Macro-36 Centrifugal Molecular Distillation System – 100–400 Lbs/Hr with Edwards High-Vacuum Pump Package

Manufacturer Information

Manufacturer: Myers Vacuum, Inc. Model: Macro-36 Equipment Type: Centrifugal Molecular / Short-Path Distillation System

Myers Vacuum, Inc. is associated with specialized vacuum processing and centrifugal molecular distillation equipment designed for the separation, purification, and concentration of temperature-sensitive materials.

Centrifugal molecular distillation systems use a heated rotating surface and high-vacuum conditions to promote rapid evaporation and separation while limiting the time materials are exposed to elevated temperatures.

The Myers Vacuum Macro-36 is designed for industrial applications requiring controlled separation of high-boiling compounds, volatile constituents, and heat-sensitive organic materials.

Description

Available for sale is a used Myers Vacuum, Inc. Model Macro-36 centrifugal molecular short-path distillation system, designed for high-vacuum, relatively low-temperature separation and purification of heat-sensitive materials.

The system has a stated processing capacity of approximately 100–400 lbs. per hour, depending on feed composition, viscosity, volatility, operating conditions, and separation requirements.

At the center of the system is a heated rotating centrifugal disk, which distributes incoming material into a thin film. Under high-vacuum conditions, volatile components evaporate from the heated surface and are collected through an internal water-cooled condenser.

The distillation assembly features stainless steel product-contact construction and an insulated vacuum chamber with a hydraulically operated swing-open dome, providing access to internal components for inspection, cleaning, and maintenance.

The equipment is mounted on a fabricated structural steel support frame with an integrated hydraulic power unit.

Included is an Edwards Model GXS 450/2600 two-stage dry vacuum pumping package, consisting of a screw-type vacuum pump and Roots-type booster for high-vacuum operation.

The system also includes a dedicated Myers Vacuum process control panel equipped with multiple Watlow PID temperature controllers, vacuum instrumentation, rotor drive controls, process timers, and an HMI touchscreen.

Previously installed and subsequently decommissioned, this Macro-36 system is reportedly complete as documented, including the main distillation chamber, structural frame, hydraulic system, vacuum pump package, and controls.

Operating condition, mechanical integrity, vacuum performance, and completeness of auxiliary components should be verified before commissioning.

Specifications

Specific operating vacuum, temperature range, rotor speed, heat-transfer capacity, electrical requirements, dimensions, weight, and auxiliary utility requirements were not provided.

Typical Applications

• Molecular distillation

• Short-path distillation

• High-vacuum separation

• Heat-sensitive product purification

• Essential oil refining

• Fragrance processing

• Deodorization

• Ester purification

• Volatile compound separation

• Specialty chemical processing

• High-boiling organic compound purification

• Fine chemical manufacturing

Products This Distillation System Could Be Used For

• Essential oils

• Fragrance ingredients

• Aroma compounds

• Specialty esters

• Fatty acid derivatives

• Natural oil extracts

• Heat-sensitive organic compounds

• High-boiling specialty chemicals

• Cosmetic ingredients

• Personal care raw materials

• Specialty chemical intermediates

• Compatible purified oil fractions

Actual suitability depends on product chemistry, vapor pressure, thermal stability, viscosity, fouling tendency, vacuum performance, and the required separation. Material compatibility and safe operating parameters must be evaluated before use.

Frequently Asked Questions

- What is the processing capacity of the Myers Vacuum Macro-36? The system has a stated processing capacity of approximately 100–400 lbs. per hour, depending on product characteristics and required separation conditions.

- How does a centrifugal molecular distillation system work? Product is distributed across a heated rotating disk, creating a thin film under high vacuum. Volatile components evaporate and are collected by the internal condenser, helping reduce thermal exposure compared with some conventional distillation processes.

- What vacuum equipment is included? The system includes an Edwards GXS 450/2600 two-stage dry vacuum pumping package, incorporating a screw vacuum pump and Roots-type booster.

- Does the system include process controls? Yes. It includes a Myers Vacuum control panel with Watlow PID temperature controllers, vacuum instrumentation, rotor drive controls, process timers, and HMI touchscreen.

- Is this distillation system complete and operational? The equipment is reportedly complete as documented and was previously installed before being decommissioned. Its current operating condition, vacuum integrity, and completeness of auxiliary components have not been verified.

- Can Aaron Equipment assist with shipping and logistics? Yes. Aaron Equipment can assist with dismantling and rigging coordination, equipment preparation, loading, domestic and international freight, customs documentation, and logistics planning for the distillation chamber, structural frame, vacuum pumping package, hydraulic equipment, and controls.