Strategies for ammonia and methanol co-production

The ability to produce both ammonia and methanol in the same plant allows for synergies in process design as well as spreading market risk for a plant development.

Proven autothermal reforming technology for modern large-scale methanol plant

The present paper describes the preferred technology for large scale methanol production.

Methanol made better - SynCOR Methanol™

Topsoe provides cost-effective, energy-efficient methanol plant designs that give you exactly what you’re looking for. SynCOR Methanol™ is a combination of Topsoe SynCOR™ synthesis gas generation, methanol synthesis and distillation technologies and catalysts.

The role of the methanol-synthesis catalyst

The future of methanol production will be increasingly focused on green methanol and e-methanol, and this increased focus will necessitate modifications to existing methanol synthesis catalysts

TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE FUTURE WITH MK-417 SUSTAIN™

Converting greenhouse gas to sustainable methanol

Catalyzing methanol synthesis

Methanol production is increasing in locations where there is limited availability or affordability of natural gas, but natural gas remains the predominate feed and will most likely continue to do so for many years

Uncover and solve issues affecting catalyst and plant performance

Most of the time our catalysts and processes operate very smoothly, yet suboptimal performance can occur from time to time. Since most issues have multiple root causes – usually originating in external factors – the process of solving an issue can be difficult and complex.

Proven formulas for seizing new opportunities

Imagine a plant that could deliver what the market wants most, whenever the market wants it. No more being locked in to a single product, with its ups and downs. No more missing out on opportunities to meet needs outside your main product. And no more having to build two plants to make more than just ammonia or just methanol.

The insight you need to improve your plant's performance

Topsoe’s Sampling & Analysis service is your direct route to the detailed insight it takes to make better decisions. During start-ups and restarts, the service helps your lab give operators the data they need to ensure a controlled transition to normal operation. During normal operation, it helps generate data that can enable a wide range of optimization work.

Valuable Insight and Trimming of Your Steam Reformer

Topsoe’s Steam Reformer Assessment/Optimization service is a proven means of ensuring optimal performance and profitability, whether you produce ammonia, hydrogen, methanol or syngas.

Get Your Plant off to a Faster, Safer, and more Profitable Start

Starting up your plant is a complicated and time-consuming procedure that involves monitoring numerous parameters and ensuring the right start-up sequencing. If not performed correctly, delays or even damage to your catalysts and plant can result.

Sampling & Analysis Service Helps American Methanol Plant Boost Production by 50 MTPD

Topsoe’s spent catalyst analysis work identified an opportunity to further optimize our plant performance, and the HTZ-51 absorbent has helped make our performance optimal

Conventional Way of Assessing Methanol Synthesis Catalysts doesn't Reveal your Plant Potential

There are countless possible configurations and specifications to consider when deciding on which methanol synthesis catalyst to choose for your process.

Pre-reforming catalyst boots operational lifetime by more than 5 times

An Asian methanol producer had problems with their adiabatic prereformer. Frequent catalyst replacements were needed because a competitor's product could not live up to their lifetime guarantee

Topsoe helps methanol plant accelerate start-up and take advantage of low-cost natural gas

After a record-low construction and completion time, a methanol plant was ready to start up. The time factor had been very important all along, since cheap natural gas was readily available, and each day the facility could not take advantage of this situation meant lost revenue and profit. During startup, plant operators faced two main problems – one with the natural gas compressor, the other involving the start-up nitrogen compressor

Learn how to load and reduce catalysts more effectively

A Start & Operate™ course from Topsoe Academy™ for ammonia, hydrogen, methanol and syngas plants.

The preferred choice for prereforming

The prereformer is a valuable tool for maximizing your production capacity and your energy efficiency. Topsoe’s AR-401 catalyst makes sure that you achieve the highest potential from your prereformer, by delivering superior activity as well as feedstock and operational flexibility

A proven formula for higher profits

In the methanol business, a high on-stream factor as well as carbon and energy efficiency are critical to plant profitability. Our MK-151+ FENCE™ methanol synthesis catalyst delivers documented industryleading performance and stability, resulting in production gains over the catalyst’s lifetime that will enable you to far exceed your initial target.

Explore new possibilities

For methanol producers, there is an increasing focus on maximizing plant profitability. The MK-181 PRIME™ is engineered to help you explore new possibilities and realize the full potential of your methanol plant.

Safeguard your methanol production

Even trace amounts of impurities in the syngas pose a serious threat to methanol plant efficiency and profitability. Iron is one of the most severe poisons for methanol synthesis catalysts. In addition to causing catalyst deactivation, iron also catalyzes the formation of long chain hydrocarbons (wax). The MG-921 provides efficient and proven protection of your methanol synthesis catalyst and helps you achieve high plant efficiency and availability.

More value for money every day

In the field of methanol production, business success has always depended on high plant availability, conversion and energy efficiency. In today’s competitive market, catalysts that deliver these benefits are more important than ever.

A proven formula for higher profits

In the methanol business, high conversion rates, plant availability and energy efficiency are critical to sustained profitability. Our MK-151 FENCE™ methanol synthesis catalyst delivers documented industry-leading performance and stability, resulting in profit gains over the catalyst’s lifetime that far outweigh your initial investment.

Steam reformer assessment/optimization

Expert technical services for ammonia, hydrogen, methanol and syngas plants.

More performance for your plant

Chemical plant processes are complex and filled with potential sources of inefficiency. Our technical services get to the root of the problem and improve catalyst, equipment and overall plant performance.

High and uniform density for maximum performance

The loading method you choose for your methanol synthesis catalyst will affect the performance of your reactor during the entire lifecycle of the catalyst charge. Topsoe’s CassetteTM method is your best choice for long-lasting efficiency and trouble-free operation.