What industrial process and equipment are required to emulsify bitumen at scale?

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    Thijn
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    What industrial process and equipment are required to emulsify bitumen at scale?

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    Tom
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    Industrial emulsification of bitumen requires controlled heating of base bitumen and water, preparation of a soap solution with emulsifier and pH adjustment, and high-shear dispersion in a colloid mill. Core equipment includes bitumen heaters, water heating and treatment units, dosing pumps for emulsifier and acid, a colloid mill, storage tanks with agitation, and inline instrumentation for temperature, pH, and flow to maintain stable, repeatable production.

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