ReiCat for Power-to-X / the energy sector

Highly efficient gas puri­fication solutions for the green energy transition.

Gas puri­fication for the energy sector with maximum reliability and low operating costs

ReiCat develops and manufactures systems for purifying technical gases used in the energy sector as fuel, storage medium, or means of production. Our innovative solutions, which we have been continuously developing for over 40 years, turn raw gas into high-purity gas of quality 5.0 / > 99.999 % or higher. A high degree of purity is a prerequisite for transportation, storage, and most applications of technical gases.

Our systems ensure maximum efficiency and reliability and thus meet the energy sector’s high requirements. Our proprietary HighFlex H₂® Technology guarantees consistent purification results with fluctuating volume flows for Power-to-X applications.

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Leading companies rely on our technology

Highest exhaust air and gas quality with maximum energy efficiency and availability

Highest quality

Patented processes and detailed calculations for maximum system quality

We purify technical gases to quality 5.0 / > 99.999 % and higher and exhaust air to up to 99 % purity.

We are ISO 9001:2015 certified

Guaranteed availability thanks to few moving parts and remote monitoring

Our systems for explosive gases are explosion-proof in accordance with ATEX

Lowest OPEX

Use of static equipment and internal heat recovery

ReiCat systems are designed to achieve maximum efficiency and reduce operating costs.

Use of highly efficient catalysts

Closed loops for minimal to no emissions and losses

Low CAPEX

A sophisticated modular system guarantees low costs and delivery times

Our modular system, an efficient engineering approach, andeconomies of scale enable competitive system prices.

Cost-optimized engineering

Economies of scale in procurement of precious metals due to large number of catalysts installed

Highest exhaust air and gas quality with maximum energy efficiency and availability

Highest quality

We purify technical gases reliably and safely to quality 5.0 / > 99.999 % and higher and exhaust air to up to 99 % purity.

Patented processes and detailed calculations for maximum system quality

We are ISO 9001:2015 certified

Guaranteed availability thanks to remote monitoring and few moving parts

Our systems for explosive gases are explosion-proof in accordance with ATEX

Lowest OPEX

To minimize operating costs, ReiCat systems are designed for maximum efficiency.

Use of static equipment and internal heat recovery

Use of highly efficient catalytic converters

Closed circuits for minimal to no emissions and losses

Low CAPEX

Our modular model, an efficient engineering approach and the cost advantages resulting from the high number of catalytic converters installed enable competitive system prices.

A sophisticated modular system guarantees low acquisition costs and delivery times

Cost-optimized engineering

Economies of scale in the procurement of precious metals due to the large number of catalysts installed

Frequently
asked questions

What is the difference between gas purification and gas drying?

At ReiCat, we understand gas drying to mean the removal of moisture from a technical gas. By gas purification, we mean the removal of unwanted impurities from a technical gas. Those unwanted impurities may include moisture. Gas drying is therefore a sub-category of gas purification.

Does ReiCat offer spare parts and recycling services for its catalysts?

Yes. When a catalyst reaches the end of its life cycle, ReiCat takes it back, recycles it, and provides a new catalyst.

During recycling, the catalyst’s precious metal is separated from the carrier. The exact precious metal content is analyzed and certified. We will generally refund up to 97 % of the precious metal when taking back catalysts. We use the current world market price for this purpose.

The recycling and processing of precious metals makes economic sense and makes a decisive contribution to environmental protection.

What is Power-to-X and what role does gas purification play?

Power-to-X (PtX) refers to processes that convert renewable electricity into other forms of energy. A typical application of PtX is the production of green hydrogen by electrolyzing water with electricity from photovoltaics and wind power. Green hydrogen leaves the electrolyzer with impurities, mainly oxygen and moisture. However, a gas of high purity (> 99.999 % or quality 5.0) is required for transportation, storage, and most applications. Therefore, ReiCat gas purification systems are essential to every PtX system.

Does ReiCat HighFlex H2® Technology also work with volume flows < 10 %?

Yes. Under certain conditions, ReiCat HighFlex H2® Technology can guarantee consistent purification performance with volume flow fluctuations of 5 % to 100 %.

What are the advantages of ReiCat HighFlex H2® Technology?

ReiCat HighFlex H2® Technology guarantees a consistently high hydrogen quality 5.0 even with fluctuating volume flows between 10 % – 100 %. In some instances, volume flows < 10 % are possible. Commercially available gas purification systems without HighFlex H2® Technology are not designed for strong fluctuations in the volume flow and, therefore, cannot guarantee consistent purification performance.

How does ReiCat Closed Loop technology work?

The ReiCat Closed Loop Technology ensures that the gas is recirculated during drying and regeneration, resulting in minimal to no emissions and losses. To ensure continuous operation of the TSA system (Temperature Swing Adsorption), we use at least two adsorber vessels: one is loaded while the second is desorbed. Switching between the adsorbers is controlled depending on the operating time and the system conditions.

What advantages does ReiCat Catalyst Technology offer?

With over 40 years of experience in the development, production, and application of catalysts, we guarantee:

  • high effectiveness and high efficiency
  • low investment costs
  • long service life thanks to optimum process engineering and design of the catalyst bed
  • easy handling and maintenance
  • low energy consumption

What are the advantages of ReiCat purification plants for the energy sector?

  • reliable purification to quality 5.0 / > 99.999 % or more
  • low energy consumption
  • zero losses due to closed loops thanks to ReiCat Closed Loop Technology
  • minimum maintenance with maximum availability
  • dynamic load balancing thanks to ReiCat HighFlex H2® Technology for hydrogen and oxygen purification in Power-to-X applications

Talk to us about your next project.

Do you need a solution for purifying or recycling technical gases or exhaust air?
We look forward to hearing from you.