PSA Nitrogen Plant
PSA Nitrogen Plant

N2 (Nitrogen) has a lot of industrial applications and is highly demanded by many major industries. In order to cater to this high demand for nitrogen, AtmosPower offers its exclusive Nitrogen Plants based on the well-known VPSA technology.

AtmosPower’s Nitrogen Plant can offer purity levels of up to 99.9995%, which is suitable for most applications. In addition, it’s reduced capital intensity makes the VPSA based PSA Nitrogen Plant a more viable option compared to expensive cryogenic systems. Most users enjoy a payback period of fewer than 2 years for their nitrogen plants.

Nitrogen Plant

With extremely low maintenance & electricity costs an onsite Nitrogen system the ideal choice for most captive consumers of nitrogen. AtmosPower’s systems provide guaranteed uptime of more than 350 days which is much higher than industry standards. Most importantly, an in house nitrogen generator provides the user with the ability to constantly check the quality of the gas being generated rather than relying on external quality checks.

Nitrogen’s clean, dry and inert properties make it a highly suitable gas for blanketing & padding applications. Its ability to protect and preserve is sought after in various industries. Along with other benefits, nitrogen produced onsite using the PSA technology has a much lower energy requirement and thus a much lower carbon footprint compared to gas produced using a distillation tower. Thus there are many reasons to invest in your own nitrogen plant because it offers the reliability of a constant gas supply, higher cost savings, and a reduced environmental impact.

Applications of Industrial Nitrogen

Various industries require large amounts of nitrogen and most of them have nitrogen generators on site. Some of the industries that require nitrogen generators are :

Food & Beverages :

Nitrogen is used in the food and beverage industry to protect against oxidation due to the presence of oxygen and prevent spoilage. This allows for a reduction in spoilage and an increase in shelf life of the perishable product.

For example, products such as wine and vegetable oil are protected by removing any air trapped in the liquid with the help of nitrogen flushing. Nitrogen is also used to protect such products during transportation and prevent degradation through molding, moisture migration, etc.

Metal Manufacturing :

Nitrogen is commonly used for laser cutting of steel and metal. It is used as protection of metal against corrosion. In the presence of nitrogen, the steel is protected against oxidation and the dangers of harmful fluxes. In addition, during the process of laser cutting, non-reactive gases such as nitrogen are used to rapidly cool and harden the material once it is cut.

Pharmaceutical Industry

Nitrogen is often used during the manufacturing of sterile products such as pharmaceuticals due to its inertness. Nitrogen becomes indispensable for manufacturing drugs that are highly sensitive to oxygen and can react rapidly. Nitrogen is used to purge oxygen out from a package before it is sealed which will help maintain the shelf life of the product and preserve it during transportation.

Most pharmaceutical industries acquire their nitrogen from large suppliers that utilize the fractional distillation method to extract nitrogen from compressed air. However, the capability of small PSA Nitrogen Plant with capacities starting from 10Nm3/Hour allow for manufacturers in this industry to have the flexibility along with the viability to produce their nitrogen requirement on site.

Chemicals & Petroleum Industry

Petrochemical plants and refineries often utilize nitrogen to purge their equipment, pipelines and tanks of dangerous gases and vapors. Usually purging is done at the start of operations and during scheduled maintenance and shut downs. Nitrogen flushing helps maintain the inertness of the pipes, vessels and tanks and helps prevent accidents that could be life threatening.

AtmosPower’s portable nitrogen plants can offer a plug and play application, which provides the user with the ability to use a single plant at multiple locations based on the requirement. Rather than having a permanent plant installed at a site, a portable plant provides with the flexibility and cost savings to show instant viability for users with multiple sites.

Nitrogen is also used for cooling reactors and preventing reactions. The cooling time of catalysts stored in cold reactors can also be reduced substantially by using nitrogen during scheduled maintenance periods.

Health Care

The inert property of nitrogen is highly valuable in the healthcare industry as it serves as a shield gas during the packaging process of medicines. Using nitrogen helps prevent degradation due to moisture adsorption and oxidation.

Often times livestock semen is frozen with the help of nitrogen in order to store it for long periods of time. Similarly, blood is also frozen using nitrogen for an extended application.

38 Benefits of Using a PSA Nitrogen Plant

Cost-effective

PSA Nitrogen Plants are a cost-effective choice for producing nitrogen gas, especially for industries that require a continuous flow of nitrogen.

Reliability

They provide a consistent and reliable supply of nitrogen gas

Purity

They are capable of producing high-purity nitrogen gas, with a purity level ofupto 99.99%, However, with an Additional Purification System (Palladium De-oxo or Copper De-oxo) a nitrogen purity of upto 99.9999% (1 PPM) can be achieved.

Control

With a PSA Nitrogen Plant, companies have greater control over their nitrogen gas supply andcan reduce their dependency on an externalsupply chain.

Customization

They can be customized to meet the specific needs of any given application.

Ease of use

PSA Nitrogen Plants are relatively easy to operate and maintain.

Environmental benefits

They have a low environmental impact and do not produce any harmful by-products or emissions.

Compact size

The plants have a small footprint and cCan easily fit in any company’s existing utility area.

Efficiency

They are highly efficient and can produce nitrogen gas at a low cost.

Consistency

They produce a consistent supply (24 X 7 X 365) of pure nitrogen gas, which is important for many industrial applications.

Safety

Nitrogen gas produced by PSA plants is a clean and safe alternative to many traditional industrial gases.

Sustainability

PSA Nitrogen Plants are a sustainable and eco-friendly choice for producing nitrogen gas.

Low maintenance

They require minimal maintenance, which can help to reduce the overall cost of ownership.

Easy installation

PSA Nitrogen Plants are easy to install and can be up and running quickly. Factory commissioned, Plug & Play Models are available for lower flow rates.

Long lifespan

They have a long lifespan and can provide a reliable supply of nitrogen gas for many years.

Low operating costs

They have low operating costs, which can help to reduce the overall cost of ownership.

Quiet operation

They operate quietly, which can be important in certain applications.

High capacity

They can be designed to meet a wide range of capacity ( 3 Nm3/Hr to 2000 Nm3/Hr) requirements.

Wide range of applications

They can be used in a wide range of industries and applications, including the production of fertilizers, pharmaceuticals, and electronic components, as well as in food packaging and preservation, welding and cutting operations, and as an inert gas in chemical reactions.

Flexibility in design

They can be customized to meet the specific needs of a given application, including the desired purity level and flow rate of the nitrogen gas.

Continuous operation

PSA Nitrogen Plants are a continuous process, which means they can produce a constant supply of nitrogen gas.

Energy efficiency

They are energy efficient and can help to reduce energy costs.

Low capital investment

While the initial cost of a PSA Nitrogen Plant can require someinvestment, it can be offset by the cost savings and other benefits it offers within a short period of time.

Low operating costs

PSA Nitrogen Plants have low operating costs, which can help to reduce the overall cost of ownership.

Easy to operate

They have a simple control panel and require minimal operator training, which makes them easy to operate.

Wide range of capacities

They can be designed to meet a wide range of capacity requirements, making them suitable for both small- and large-scale operations.

Low installation costs

PSA Nitrogen Plants are easy to install and can be up and running quickly, which can help to reduce installation costs.

Low risk of downtime

PSA Nitrogen Plants are reliable and have a low risk of downtime, which can help to minimize disruptions to operations.

Low carbon footprint

They have a low carbon footprint and do not produce any harmful emissions, making them a sustainable and eco-friendly choice for producing nitrogen gas.

Easy to relocate

PSA Nitrogen Plants are easy to relocate, which can be important for companies that need to move their operations.

Easy to integrate into existing systems

PSA Nitrogen Plants can be easily integrated into existing systems, making them a suitable choice for companies that need to expand their nitrogen gas production capabilities.

Easy to upgrade

They can be easily upgraded to meet changing demand or new requirements.

Customizable controls

They can be customized with advanced control systems to meet the specific needs of a given application.

Low noise levels

They operate quietly, making them suitable for use in a variety of environments.

Low vibration levels

PSA Nitrogen Plants have low vibration levels, which can be important for certain applications.

Easy to maintain

PSA Nitrogen Plants are easy to maintain, which can help to reduce the overall cost of ownership.

Customizable capacity

PSA Nitrogen Plants can be easily scaled up or down to meet changing demand, which makes them a flexible and reliable choice for producing nitrogen gas.

Customizable design

They can be customized to meet the specific needs of a given application, including the desired purity level and flow rate of the nitrogen gas.