Performance Distillation Solutions Information

Based in Central Pennsylvania, PDS stands at the forefront of global engineering and manufacturing in the field of distillation packing materials. Our expertise lies in the development and production of high-performance random distillation column packing, with a primary focus on our proprietary Pro-Pak® technology. Distinguished by its innovative design, Pro-Pak® features a unique capillary surface that significantly enhances mass transfer efficiency. This distinctive attribute becomes particularly advantageous in scenarios with low liquid loadings. The capillary action of Pro-Pak® ensures a uniform distribution of liquid across its surface, resulting in sustained high effectiveness during operational processes. Our company's legacy traces back to 1948 when Michael Cannon, Professor of Chemical Engineering at Penn State University, secured a U.S. patent for a groundbreaking distillation packing material. This original concept laid the foundation for Pro-Pak®, characterized by half-cylinders of rolled, thin metal strips with a dense arrangement of holes bearing jagged ruptures. Introduced to the world in 1949 through an article titled "A New Distillation Packing" in Industrial and Engineering Chemistry, Pro-Pak® has since undergone continuous refinement. Over the years, we have enhanced its efficiency and manufacturing capacity to precisely align with the evolving needs of the market. Today, PDS remains at the forefront of distillation innovation, leading the industry with Pro-Pak® as a revolutionary distillation packing material. In a strategic partnership, PDS is the exclusive distributor for Iludest, providing fully automated turnkey distillation systems and products in the United States. This collaboration further enhances our commitment to providing comprehensive solutions for distillation processes, ensuring our clients have access to cutting-edge technology and high-quality products.