Conventional batch processes can be replaced by a continuous process. The WAB IMPA°CT REACTOR is a breakthrough, user-friendly and application-specific apparatus for molecular synthesis by mechanochemistry. It enables faster, more selective as well as novel reactivities and scale-up from g/h up to t/h.

Functionality

The WAB IMPA°CT REACTOR with horizontal reaction chamber is ideal for effective mass transfer and efficient activation of a chemical reaction. It can be used for liquid as well as viscous, pumpable products and heterogeneous catalysts and combines the three impact technologies in one reactor:

• the DYNO-ACCELERATOR
• the patented DYNO-DISC BC stirring discs
• the DYNO-DISC KD stirring discs

Together with the grinding media located in the reactor chamber, this technology guarantees a high and uniform mechanical energy input and surface renewal of the reactants. In addition to its application in endothermic processes, the agitated ball mill reactor can also be used in exothermic reactions due to its excellent cooling properties.

Advantages at a glance

Reduction of the ecological footprint

• Reduction of energy use

Cost reduction through process intensification

• Mass transport improvement
• Reduction of the amount of solvents and reagents
• Increase selectivity and yield

Cost-effective equipment in terms of CAPEX and OPEX

• Reduction in the number of process steps
• Positive ROI effects

Technical leverage through a new approach

• Bring to temperature locally
• Mechanical and inductive heating
• New molecules and functions
• New synthesis routes

Application examples

Synthesis of solketal

Solketal is a synthesis building block in the chemical and pharmaceutical industry and can be produced on the WAB IMPA°CT REACTOR.

Synthesis of zinc monoglycerinate (ZnG)

Zinc monoglycerolate is used as an additive for the vulcanization of rubber and in the plastics industry. The WAB IMPA°CT REACTOR enables a high reaction temperature and is predestined for the production of ZnG.