The VersiSwirl axial cyclone separates liquid droplets from gas streams using centrifugal force generated by the optimized aerodynamic swirler. The vortex forces liquid droplets to the tube wall, where they are drained via slits into a dedicated collection chamber, removing them from the gas phase.

The VersiSwirl axial cyclone represents a major advancement over the previous generation of cyclone technology. It incorporates a new aerodynamic swirler geometry, optimized secondary gas handling, and an improved liquid film drainage system; delivering superior efficiency and capacity in a compact form factor.

 

Step 1: Vortex generation
Gas enters each axial cyclone tube and passes through an optimized swirl element that imparts a high-speed rotational motion to the flow. This creates centrifugal forces that accelerate liquid droplets radially outward toward the tube wall.

Step 2: Droplet impact & drainage
Droplets driven to the tube wall coalesce into a continuous liquid film, which is drained via slits into a collection chamber. Optimized slit geometry minimizes re-entrainment of collected liquid, even under high gas throughput.

The VersiSwirl axial cyclone provides highly efficient separation at minimal vessel sizes together with high robustness across a wide variety of operating conditions.

Higher separation capacity
Step-change in gas throughput capacity versus previous-generation cyclone decks enabling vessel size reduction on greenfield projects or direct capacity increase on brownfield revamps without structural modification.

High-pressure performance
VersiSwirl axial cyclone maintains high separation performance across the full pressure range making it the preferred demisting cyclone separator for high-pressure gas processing.

Fouling tolerance
Suitable for slightly fouling or waxy applications where wire mesh mist eliminators or double-pocket vane packs may become plugged. Reduces maintenance frequency and unplanned shutdowns in difficult process environments.

Modular & compact
VersiSwirl axial cyclone offers a compact installation footprints well suited to offshore platforms, FPSOs, and space-constrained separator vessels. VersiSwirl axial cyclone is installable through a manhole.

Gas processing inlet separators
In inlet separators, high liquid loading and variable flow conditions demand reliable liquid carryover reduction. The VersiSwirl axial cyclone delivers stable, high-efficiency demisting across the full operating range, protecting downstream equipment from liquid ingress.

Separator debottlenecking
The VersiSwirl axial cyclone is a proven separator debottlenecking technology for aging separators constrained by capacity. By replacing conventional internals with a VersiSwirl axial cyclone deck, operators achieve a significant increase in gas throughput — without the cost and schedule risk of vessel replacement.