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Packed Column Calculator



Program Description
The current version of the Packed Column Calculator program is v1.1 and it operates under Windows 95, 98, NT4.0, 2000 and XP.
The PackCol program performs hydraulic design and rating calculations for packed columns and towers. The design basis for new columns can be approach to flood, maximum capacity or pressure drop. S.I., Metric and English units are supported and the program can convert between these system of units.
The Eckert and Robbins correlations are both included to cover the full range of liquid flowrates. Calculated results can be printed in tabular form, and plotted as a Generalized Pressure Drop Correlation diagram or as an Operating Diagram.
The program includes an extensive illustrated database of packing types from the major suppliers, but custom data can be used as well.

The packings included are :-
  • Raschig Ring
  • Pall Ring
  • Berl Saddle
  • Cascade Mini-ring ( trademark of Koch (Cyprus) Limited )
  • Flexiring ( trademark of Koch-Glitsch, LP )
  • Hy-Pak ( trademark of Koch-Glitsch, LP )
  • Intalox ( trademark of Koch-Glitsch, LP )
  • Snowflake ( trademark of Koch-Glitsch, LP )
  • Jaeger Tri-Packs ( trademark of Jaeger Products, Inc. )
  • Nutter Ring ( trademark of Nutter Engineering )
  • Super Torus Saddle ( trademark of Raschig AG )
  • Ralu Ring ( trademark of Raschig AG )

A detailed illustrated manual and tutorial are included in Word v6 format. Registration cost is US $80-00 for a single user license and US $250-00 for a site license.

The following screen shots can be viewed by clicking the titles below :-


Download an Evaluation Copy
The Packed Column Calculator program is distributed in an evaluation form. This version is fully functional (except for a limited range of packing factors) and is designed for you to be able to thoroughly evaluate the program. The evaluation copy will operate for at least 30 days. At the end of that time (or preferably during that time!) you can purchase the registered version which eliminates the reminders and the time limit.
You will receive your registered version within a few hours (max 24) of deciding to purchase it. Full details on the license conditions and ordering procedures are given below.
The evaluation version of PackCol is contained in a single ZIP file of 730 kb. After you have downloaded the file you should copy it to a temporary directory and unZIP it and then run the INSTALL program.
Click here to download the evaluation version now (730 kb).


Ordering Your Registered Copy of PackCol
You can purchase your registered copy of the full version using a credit card, PayPal, wire transfer or check. If you use a credit card you can choose to enter the card details online or to send them by phone or fax. All ordering procedures start by clicking one of the links below. The purchase price is US $80-00 for a single user license and US $250-00 for a multi-user site license. And of course this is covered by our 30-day money-back guarantee.
Once we receive confirmation of your order we will send you your registration key by email within 24 hours. If you do not receive the email with the registration key please contact us.
Order page for Packed Column Calculator at ShareIt!


If you have problems accessing our main order page, please use the alternate links below.

Alternate site for ordering a single user license via SWREG
Alternate site for ordering a multi-user site license via SWREG


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