PyroGenesis Revolutionizes Steel Industry with Coke-Oven Gas Valorization
Key Ideas
  • PyroGenesis successfully completes a $9.3 million project with Tata Steel for coke-oven gas valorization and hydrogen production.
  • The system processes 32,000 cubic meters of coke-oven gas per hour, yielding 620 cubic meters of high-purity hydrogen at 99.999% purity.
  • Advanced technology, including water-injected compressors, aids in preventing oil contamination and supports energy transition and emissions reduction in the steel industry.
  • The project's success opens doors for further collaborations, showcasing positive impacts and market potential for PyroGenesis' innovative technology.
PyroGenesis Inc. has achieved a significant milestone in sustainable steel production by completing a $9.3 million project with Tata Steel at their Kalinganagar facility in India. The project focused on coke-oven gas valorization and hydrogen production, where a state-of-the-art system processes 32,000 cubic meters of coke-oven gas hourly, resulting in the continuous extraction of 620 cubic meters of high-purity hydrogen with a remarkable 99.999% purity level. The technology, executed through Pyro Genesis' subsidiary, Pyro Green-Gas, operates around the clock, aligning with Tata Steel's circular production approach and cost reduction strategies. By utilizing innovative methods like water-injected compressors to prevent oil contamination, PyroGenesis is actively supporting energy transition and emissions reduction efforts in the steel industry. With a global steel market featuring over 1,400 blast furnaces across 477 plants and a significant portion of upcoming steel projects planning to incorporate blast furnaces, PyroGenesis' advanced plasma processes play a crucial role in driving industry transformation. The successful completion of the project not only signifies a leap towards a sustainable future for steel manufacturing but also sets the stage for potential future collaborations with Tata Steel. This accomplishment highlights the positive impact and market prospects for PyroGenesis' coke-oven gas technology, showcasing its potential to revolutionize the steel industry towards a greener and more efficient path.
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