- The plant recovers argon, methane, nitrogen, and syngas from ammonia synthesis.
- It reduces CO2 emissions by 1.4 metric tons daily.
- The plant features a fully automated process and maximum energy integration.
- Messer and Duslo have collaborated for over 25 years.
Overview
Messer has commissioned an argon production plant at the Duslo site in Šaľa, Slovakia, utilizing unused residual gases from the ammonia synthesis process. This marks Messer's first plant of this kind, expanding their operational capabilities.
Technical Details
The plant recovers argon, methane, nitrogen, and syngas, adhering to customer quality requirements. It features a fully automated process and maximum energy integration, enhancing efficiency and reliability.
Environmental Impact
Operating at full capacity, the plant reduces CO2 emissions by 1.4 metric tons daily, totaling around 500 metric tons annually. This reduction is achieved through shorter truck delivery distances.
Partnership
Messer and Duslo have a longstanding collaboration of over 25 years. Duslo, a.s. is part of the Agrofert Group, which operates in various sectors including chemicals, renewable energy, and agriculture.