A Comparative Evaluation of Carbonatation and Phosphatation

摘要

Carbonatation and Phosphatation have been in use for many decades and each process has its supporters. In the last decade, changes in the raw sugar quality specification, cost of energy and environmental constraints have transformed the refining landscape.This paper examines the selection of the most appropriate process on the basis of:1. Capital cost.2. Operating cost.3. Process Capability.4. Environmental concerns5. Chemical Aids and Alternate Technologies.