Packing support grid (Multi-beam packing support)

is a device used to hold the packing. It generally sits on a support ledge and can be supported additionally by structural beams. There are two design criteria for the multi-beam support plate. It must hold the packing and liquid hold-up but also requires an open are greater than the cross sectional area of the tower. The larger open area is accomplished by using slotted or perforated plate that is corrugated or positioned in such a way to allow increased gas flow. Open area ranges from 85% to greater than 100%

Packing support grid (multi-beam packing support)