Air Liquide Industrial U.S. LP has completed the construction of an on-site nitrogen production plant. In keeping with the firm’s environmental commitment, the facility features a reduced carbon footprint.
Located in Moses Lake, Washington, the plant will supply high purity gaseous nitrogen to a new lightweight carbon fibers production facility operated by SGL Automotive Carbon Fibers LLC – a joint venture between SGL Group and the new BMW Group.
According to the contract, Air Liquide will be facilitating the installation, operation and maintenance of the system. Moreover, thanks to the firm’s APSA technology, the customer has been promised, ‘cost effective on-site generation of high purity nitrogen using a cryogenic distillation process.’
Michael J Graff, President and Chief Executive Officer of American Air Liquide Holdings, Inc. described the deal as exemplary: “We are pleased to partner with SGL ACF in this emerging market for new-age automotive materials. This joint venture is a substantive example of how innovative technology can drive industry and benefit the environment.”
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