Performance Distillation Solutions

Performance Distillation Solutions (PDS) is a small company based in Central Pennsylvania, specializing in the engineering and manufacturing of distillation packing materials. With 5 employees, PDS has generated $2.5 million in revenue. The company operates under the leadership of its founder, Michael Cannon, a visionary Professor of Chemical Engineering at Penn State University. PDS is dedicated to developing and producing high-performance random distillation column packing, with their flagship product being Pro-Pak®. This innovative technology features a unique capillary surface designed to significantly enhance mass transfer efficiency, particularly in situations with low liquid loadings. Pro-Pak®'s capillary action ensures a uniform distribution of liquid across its surface, maintaining sustained high effectiveness during operation. The Pro-Pak® technology originated in 1948 with Michael Cannon's groundbreaking patent for a distillation packing material. This original concept, featuring half-cylinders of rolled, thin metal strips with densely arranged holes bearing jagged ruptures, was introduced to the world in 1949. Since then, PDS has continuously refined Pro-Pak® to meet evolving market needs, enhancing its efficiency and manufacturing capacity. Today, Pro-Pak® stands as a revolutionary distillation packing material, leading the industry with its exceptional performance. In addition to its proprietary Pro-Pak® technology, PDS is the exclusive distributor for Iludest in the United States, offering fully automated turnkey distillation systems and products. This strategic partnership further solidifies PDS's commitment to providing comprehensive solutions for distillation processes, ensuring clients have access to cutting-edge technology and high-quality products.