Buying used evaporators through International Process Plants gives chemical, pharmaceutical, food/beverage, and wastewater treatment manufacturers access to wiped/thin film, rising/falling film, crystalizer, and flash evaporator systems from Luwa SMS, Pfaudler, Wiegand, LCI, SMS Buss, and other OEM manufacturers. Evaporation rates range from 11.3 kg/h (25 lb/h) to 36,300 kg/h (80,000 lb/h), heat transfer areas from 0.47 m² (5.1 ft²) to 1,450 m² (15,850 ft²), and materials span stainless steel 316, 316L, 304, Hastelloy, glass-lined, titanium, and carbon steel. Industrial evaporators are built for decades of continuous service, making used units a durable capital asset. Buying used from IPP can save up to 50% of capital and 90% of lead time versus buying new.
IPP stocks evaporators across 4 subtypes. Choose the evaporator type that matches your process viscosity, throughput, and heat sensitivity requirements.
IPP stocks wiped/thin film evaporators from manufacturers including Luwa SMS, Pfaudler, LCI, SMS Buss, Leybold-Heraeus, and others. Materials include stainless steel 316, 316L, 304, Hastelloy C-22, C-276, glass-lined, and carbon steel. Wiped/thin film evaporators are suited for viscous, heat-sensitive, and fouling-prone materials where short residence time and gentle evaporation are required.
Used SMS Buss LN 1400 wiped/thin film evaporator. Hastelloy C-22 clad construction with 14 m² (150.7 ft²) heat transfer area and 340.2 kg/h (750 lb/h) evaporation rate.
Re-glassed Pfaudler glass-lined wiped film evaporator with 10 m² (107.6 ft²) heat transfer area and 242.7 kg/h (535 lb/h) evaporation rate. Glass-covered graphite wipers.
Used Leybold-Heraeus KD300 wiped/thin film evaporator in stainless steel 316. 3 m² (32.3 ft²) heat transfer area with internal condenser and vacuum capability.
IPP stocks rising/falling film evaporators from manufacturers including Wiegand, Buflovak/Blaw Knox, Plant Maintenance Services Corp. (PMS), APV, DeSmet, and Swenson. Materials include stainless steel 316, 304, 321, titanium, carbon steel, graphite, and austenitic grades. Rising and falling film evaporators are designed for high-throughput concentration of low-viscosity liquids with short residence times.
Used PMS titanium rising/falling film evaporator. 36,300 kg/h (80,000 lb/h) evaporation rate with 1,450 m² (15,850 ft²) heat transfer area. 927 titanium tubes.
Used Wiegand rising/falling film evaporator in stainless steel austenitic. 14,000 kg/h (30,850 lb/h) evaporation rate with 696 m² (7,500 ft²) heat transfer area. 806 tubes with SS 316 tube material.
Used Buflovak/Blaw Knox x-320 2-effect rising/falling film evaporator in stainless steel 316. 6,750 kg/h (14,900 lb/h) evaporation rate with 262.6 m² (2,850 ft²) heat transfer area.
IPP stocks crystalizer/evaporator units from manufacturers including Alfa Laval, Betchel, Gouda, Pfaudler, and Struthers Wells. Materials include glass-lined, rubber-lined, stainless steel 304, stainless steel 316, and titanium. Crystallizer/evaporators combine evaporation and crystallization in a single system for salt recovery, zero liquid discharge (ZLD), and chemical purification applications.
Used stainless steel 304 crystalizer/evaporator. 21,600 L (5,700 gal) capacity with 1,750 kg/h (3,900 lb/h) evaporation rate and 72.6 m² (781 ft²) heat transfer area. Lightnin agitator with mechanical seal.
Used Gouda C25-1.2 cooling disc crystallizer in stainless steel 304. 3,900 L (1,050 gal) capacity with 16.2 m² (174.4 ft²) heat transfer area. Horizontal orientation with packing seal agitator.
Buying used evaporators from IPP can save up to 50% of capital and 90% of lead time versus buying new. Here is how used and new evaporators compare across key factors.
| Factor | Used Evaporator from IPP | New Evaporator (OEM) |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment Cost | Significant savings vs new OEM price | Full OEM list price |
| Delivery Timeline | In-stock units ready to ship | Extended lead times (new fabrication) |
| Evaporation Rates | 11.3 to 36,300 kg/h in stock | Custom-built to specification |
| Heat Transfer Area | 0.47 to 1,450 m² in stock | Custom-built to specification |
| Materials | SS, Hastelloy, Glass-lined, Titanium, Carbon Steel | Custom-specified |
| Vacuum Capability | Vacuum capable units available | Available as specified |
| Subtypes Available | Wiped film, rising/falling film, crystalizer, flash | Custom-configured |
| Environmental Impact | Extends equipment lifecycle, reduces waste | New raw material consumption |
IPP stocks evaporators from a wide range of manufacturers, with Luwa SMS representing the deepest position in our inventory. Buying from the original equipment manufacturer helps ensure compatibility with existing plant infrastructure, replacement parts, and operator familiarity.
Luwa SMS is the deepest single-manufacturer position in IPP's evaporator inventory. Available models include the HS0050 and L-425 series in used and unused conditions, spanning stainless steel 316, 316L, and austenitic grades.
Used Luwa SMS HS0050 wiped/thin film evaporator in stainless steel 316. 0.5 m² (5.4 ft²) heat transfer area with 11.3 kg/h (25 lb/h) evaporation rate. Vacuum capable.
Used Luwa SMS wiped/thin film evaporator in stainless steel 316L. 10 m² (107.6 ft²) heat transfer area with 242.7 kg/h (535 lb/h) evaporation rate.
Used Luwa SMS L-425 wiped/thin film evaporator in stainless steel austenitic. 3.2 m² (34.4 ft²) heat transfer area. 230°C (446°F) temperature rating.
Buss-SMS-Canzler GmbH is a leading manufacturer of wiped/thin film evaporators. Available models include the LN-1400, 450/3,5-KO, and 900/6,5-K10 series in stainless steel 316 construction.
Used Buss-SMS-Canzler LN-1400 wiped/thin film evaporator in stainless steel 316. 13.9 m² (150 ft²) heat transfer area. Vacuum capable with 14.9 kW (20 HP) drive motor.
Used Buss-SMS-Canzler wiped/thin film evaporator in stainless steel 316. 6.5 m² (70 ft²) heat transfer area with 158.8 kg/h (350 lb/h) evaporation rate. Internal condenser, graphite wipers.
Used Buss-SMS-Canzler 900/6,5-K10 wiped/thin film evaporator in stainless steel 316. 6.5 m² (70 ft²) heat transfer area.
Beyond Luwa SMS and Buss-SMS-Canzler, IPP stocks evaporators from Carl Canzler, Buflovak/Blaw Knox, Pfaudler, Kleiser, Artisan, Wiegand, LCI, Hitachi, Alfa Laval, Gouda, DeSmet, and others. These units span wiped/thin film, rising/falling film, and crystalizer/evaporator subtypes.
Used Pfaudler wiped/thin film evaporator in stainless steel 316L. 3.3 m² (35 ft²) heat transfer area with 79.4 kg/h (175 lb/h) evaporation rate. Vacuum capable.
Used Carl Canzler 900/6,0-K10 wiped/thin film evaporator in stainless steel 316L. 6 m² (64.6 ft²) heat transfer area with 145.1 kg/h (320 lb/h) evaporation rate.
Used DeSmet rising/falling film evaporator in stainless steel 316. 18 m² (194 ft²) heat transfer area with 1,350 kg/h (3,000 lb/h) evaporation rate.
IPP stocks evaporators in used, unused, and re-glassed condition grades. Choose the condition that matches your budget, timeline, and performance requirements.
Good used evaporators are the deepest condition position in IPP's inventory. These units were previously installed in production service, inspected on intake, and are offered as-is at the lowest price point while retaining OEM construction and performance characteristics.
Used APV Mitchell rising/falling film evaporator in stainless steel 316. 24.9 m² (268 ft²) heat transfer area with 7,600 kg/h (16,800 lb/h) evaporation rate.
Used Buflovak/Blaw Knox rising/falling film evaporator in stainless steel 316. 83.6 m² (900 ft²) heat transfer area with 7,250 kg/h (16,000 lb/h) evaporation rate.
Used Struthers Wells Inc. crystalizer/evaporator in stainless steel 304. 44.1 m² (475 ft²) heat transfer area with 1,100 kg/h (2,400 lb/h) evaporation rate.
Unused evaporators are factory-new units that were never installed or commissioned. These units offer new-equipment performance at a meaningful discount compared to current OEM pricing, with immediate availability from IPP inventory.
Unused Pfaudler 103.4-36V-274 wiped/thin film evaporator in stainless steel 304. 9.5 m² (102 ft²) heat transfer area with 226.8 kg/h (500 lb/h) evaporation rate. Internal condenser, chevron graphite wipers.
Unused Chema Balke Dürr GmbH RDA350/2.5-A wiped/thin film evaporator in stainless steel 316. 2.6 m² (27.7 ft²) heat transfer area with 61.2 kg/h (135 lb/h) evaporation rate. Vacuum capable.
Re-glassed evaporators have received new glass linings, restoring the corrosion-resistant interior surface to like-new condition. IPP's UGE (Universal Glasteel Equipment) division provides re-glassing services.
Re-glassed Pfaudler glass-lined wiped film evaporator with 10 m² (107.6 ft²) heat transfer area and 242.7 kg/h (535 lb/h) evaporation rate. Glass-covered graphite wipers.
Re-glassed Pfaudler glass-lined crystalizer/evaporator. Vertical orientation with 914 mm (36 in) diameter and 711 mm (28 in) height. 4-leg support.
International Process Plants combines over 46 years of process equipment expertise, nearly 150 colleagues across 15 countries, and an inventory of 15,000 process systems and major equipment pieces to deliver evaporators ready for your process.
Buying used evaporators from IPP can save up to 50% of capital and 90% of lead time versus buying new. With evaporators from multiple manufacturers in stock, IPP offers a wide selection to match your budget and specifications.
Request a QuoteIn-stock evaporators from IPP are ready to ship. New OEM evaporators require extended lead times for engineering, procurement, and fabrication. IPP's GPS subsidiary also provides custom fabricated new equipment with 12–16 week average delivery.
Check AvailabilityIPP stocks evaporators from Luwa SMS, Pfaudler, Wiegand, LCI, SMS Buss, Buflovak, Leybold-Heraeus, Gouda, and many additional manufacturers. Every unit is an original OEM product with traceable provenance.
Browse ManufacturersIPP stocks evaporators across 4 subtypes: wiped/thin film, rising/falling film, crystalizer/evaporator, and flash. Each type addresses different viscosity, throughput, and heat sensitivity requirements.
Browse by SubtypeIPP operates offices in 15 countries: Brazil, Canada, China, Czech Republic, France, Germany, India, Italy, Mexico, Pakistan, Portugal, Romania, Turkey, United Kingdom, and United States. IPP has served 160,000+ customers worldwide.
Find Nearest OfficeMaterials include stainless steel, Hastelloy, glass-lined, titanium, graphite, and carbon steel. Evaporation rates range from 11.3 to 36,300 kg/h. Heat transfer areas range from 0.47 to 1,450 m². Vacuum capable units available across all subtypes.
Talk to an ExpertThe process of purchasing a used evaporator from IPP follows five steps, from specification to delivery.
Share your evaporator specifications: evaporation rate, material of construction, heat transfer area, temperature, and application. Or browse our searchable inventory.
IPP sends a detailed equipment data sheet with evaporation rate, heat transfer area, pressure rating, temperature, dimensions, tube specifications, and condition report with photographs.
Contact IPP to arrange an on-site visit or request a live video walkthrough of the evaporator with an IPP team member at one of our global locations.
IPP offers re-glassing through its UGE division for glass-lined evaporators. Contact IPP for details on refurbishment and reconditioning services.
IPP coordinates packaging, crating, freight, and delivery to your plant site. Worldwide shipping from offices in 15 countries. Contact IPP for shipping details.
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IPP Group supplies new process equipment through its Gale Process Solutions (GPS) subsidiary, which provides custom fabricated equipment with 12–16 week average delivery. IPP also offers re-glassed evaporators through its UGE (Universal Glasteel Equipment) division. If you cannot find what you need in our used inventory, we can build or re-glass to your specifications.
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