CATALYST HANDLING
SERVICES
PRECISION. SAFETY. PERFORMANCE. VALUE
At DGC AFRICA, we specialise in end-to-end Catalyst Handling Services for the mining, petrochemical, metal smelting, and mineral processing industries across sub-Saharan Africa and beyond.
Whether you're conducting a full catalyst change-out or an interim screening campaign, our team ensures every stage - unloading, screening, and reloading - is executed with the utmost precision, safety, and efficiency.
LOOKING TO OPTIMISE CATALYST PERFORMANCE AND REDUCE DOWNTIME?
WHAT IS CATALYST HANDLING
& WHY DOES IT MATTER?
Catalyst handling plays a critical role in maintaining process efficiency, environmental compliance, and plant uptime. Proper handling ensures catalysts retain their structure, activity, and lifespan, helping you avoid costly shutdowns and suboptimal conversions.
Our approach minimises breakage, preserves catalyst integrity, and ensures full compliance with MSDS and plant safety protocols.
OUR SERVICES
CATALYST UNLOADING
Safe removal of catalysts from reactors is the first critical step. Our vacuum unloading systems and specialist protocols ensure product purity, operator safety, and precise layer separation.
KEY FEATURES
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Precision Separation: Avoid cross-contamination by separating catalyst grades, types, and batches.
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Controlled Vacuumation: Suction velocity and pressure are regulated to minimise attrition.
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Safety Protocols: Adherence to MSDS guidelines and containment best practices.
CATALYST SCREENING
With our new state-of-the-art mobile Catalyst Screening Unit, we deliver high-efficiency screening with dust control and real-time separation of fines and contaminants.
OUR NEW SCREENING UNIT INCLUDES:
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Double-axle mobile trailer for rapid deployment
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2 x 3 vibratory screen with interchangeable meshes (19 mm, 6 mm, fines)
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Screening throughput: 8,000 – 10,000 litres/hour
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Integrated dust control, reloading hopper, and dual cyclone discharge
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Two 90kW electric motors and Stainless Steel LR 1200 Liquid Ring Vacuum Pumps
SERVICE BENEFITS:
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Enhanced catalyst reusability and lifespan
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Reduced downtime and pressure drop risks
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Compliant dust containment and disposal
CATALYST LOADING
Final catalyst loading is crucial to ensure optimal reactor flow and performance. Our team offers both sock loading and dense loading with meticulous distribution and safety oversight.
OUR FOCUS:
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Even Distribution: Avoid channelling and hotspots
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Moisture & Oxygen Protection: Minimise exposure to environmental elements
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Versatile Loading Techniques: Adapted to project requirements
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Trained Technicians: Certified to execute critical loading procedures with safety and precision
WHY CLIENTS
CHOOSE DGC AFRICA?
VALUE DRIVER
What You Get
OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
Reduced turnaround time, optimised catalyst bed structure, improved flow rates
COST CONTROL
Extended catalyst lifespan, fewer losses, optimised loading patterns
SAFETY & COMPLIANCE
Full MSDS and HSE compliance, trained crews, environmental safeguards
ADVANCED EQUIPMENT
Latest mobile screening and vacuum units for flexibility and performance
EXPERTISE
Decades of experience with refineries, mineral processors, and global OEMs
SUSTAINABILITY & COMPLIANCE
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Dust Extraction & Waste Management is built into our mobile units
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Built-in water tanks for environmentally friendly vacuum operation
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Documentation for all operations supports ESG reporting and compliance audits
CHALLENGES WE SOLVE
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Complex Multistage Operations? We bring mobile solutions to your site.
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Contaminated Catalyst Batches? We separate and screen with precision.
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Tight Shutdown Windows? We scale teams and equipment for fast turnaround.
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Concerned About Safety? Our team is trained, certified, and safety-obsessed.
LET'S TALK ABOUT
YOUR PLANT NEEDS
Every plant is different. That’s why we tailor every campaign — from mesh selection and unloading configuration to loading distribution and post-job analysis.
Book a consultation or site assessment.
DGC AFRICA
ENHANCING CATALYST
PERFORMANCE
THROUGH PRECISION, SAFETY, AND INNOVATION.
With a proven record in Africa and internationally, DGC delivers high-quality, cost-effective catalyst handling, built for operational excellence and long-term value.,