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Nitrogen Generators Membrane Technology
Nitrogen Generators Membrane Technology
Membrane Technology
GENERON® is the world leader in air separation and Nitrogen Membrane technology. Our Nitrogen
Generators systems produce inert nitrogen from a compressed air source in the quantity you need, at a
low cost.
The foundation of GENERON®’s technology stems from Dow Chemical’s Polymer Research Group, which
screened hundreds of polymers in the 1970’s and 1980’s before selecting the optimum combination of
gas permeability and selectivity. This polymer work has allowed GENERON® to lead the industry in the
delivery of high productivity nitrogen solutions for over 40 years.
GENERON holds 15 patents covering the process of converting the polymer into hollow fibers about the
size of a human hair. Specialized technology is required to balance fiber strength and gas flow
characteristics to optimize fiber performance.
GENERON holds 20 patents covering the technologies used to bundle our polymeric fiber into
completed modules. Each module has more than 1-million fibers and critical that each fiber is bundled in
a way that ensures each fiber contributes to the gas separation process.
GENERON®’s technology development over the past 40 years has improved membrane separation
efficiency by 500%! GENERON®’s R & D efforts are continuing to improve performance into the future.
Highlights
For over 40 years, GENERON®’s has supplied reliable and efficient membranes to multiple industries for
applications including: On-Site N2-Generation, CO2-Removal, Gas Dehydration, Gas Pre-Treatment, H2-
Recovery, Custom skid fabrication and more. Our experience in the design and manufacture of gas
separation and purification systems continues to grow, as we work closely with OEM’s and System
Integrators to add value to their customers and improve project efficiency.
GENERON controls all aspects of its proprietary and patented hollow-fiber manufacturing process: From
formulation, to extrusion, to process treatment, to spinning, to post treatment, and ultimately fabrication
of the Gas Separation Membrane Modules. Painstaking QC and years of experience in the design and
fabrication of membrane fibers, membrane modules and systems enables the GENERON ® fiber to be
the standard of the industry.
The Membrane Flow Diagram below, demonstrates the relative rates of common gases with the focus on
the separation of oxygen and water vapor from compressed air to provide a high-purity nitrogen
product stream. The GENERON® polymer has the best properties for allowing O2 & H2O to permeate
preferentially through the membrane walls relative to the N2 and inert Air. GENERON® Membranes
deliver the most efficient air separation membrane performance and the lowest unit power consumption
N2, O2,
3-40-P1-
Ar, He, H2, Aluminum 203 14 3.42 87 38 965 6 2.7
HR
SF6
6-40-P1-
N2, O2, Ar CS 350 24.1 6.625 171 38 965 95 43.2
HP
**) Membrane modules with higher working pressures are available upon request.
Nitrogen Membr
All Systems are Hydrocarbon Free · Nitrogen Purities up to 99.9%Nitrogen Available · Dew Point down
Cabinet Series
GENERON Nitrogen Generators are ideal where low to medium Nitrogen flow rates are required in a small
footprint. GENERON Cabinet series are designed and fabricated using the patented GENERON® Hollow
Fiber Membranes giving GENERON the ability to supply higher flows in a reduced Cabinet design. The
Cabinet Series is designed to meet product flows up to 15,080 scfh (427 Nm3/hr) with minimal footprint.
Skidded Systems
GENERON Skidded Series of Nitrogen Generators are ideal for applications requiring medium to large ni-
trogen flow rates. GENERON Skidded Series is designed and fabricated using the patented GENERON®
Hollow Fiber Membranes that supply higher flows in a reduced footprint design. The Skidded Series is de-
signed to customer specifications. These systems can be designed to meet flows of up to 170,000 scfh
( 4,500 Nm3/hr).
n to –70°F (-57°C) · All Systems come standard with Oxygen Analyzers · Standard System includes PLC
Containerized Systems
GENERON Containerized Series is ideal for Integrating complex and demanding designs into functional,
economical and reliable systems for both mobile and stationary applications. Our systems are used world
wide as both fixed units and highly portable units based on the end user requirements. As the leader in
the supply of containerized systems, GENERON has supplied over 200 units ranging in flows from 500 scfm
(795 Nm3/hr) up to 4,000 scfm (6,310 Nm3/hr). Our systems are also designed to be operated in the
harshest of environments; from –50°F (-45°C) to 140°F (60°C); from Safe areas Zone II or Class 1 Div II
hazardous areas. With the end user in mind, our systems are designed with a multitude of usable
pressures from 200 psig (14 Barg) up to 500 psig (35 Barg) and various container sizes.
Integrated Packages
The Integrated Membrane Series is designed to save 55% of space and 40% of the installation hours over
the conventional three piece Nitrogen Generator Designs. These highly compact systems are designed
to meet customer requirements while providing a high degree of flexibility in the system integration.
Systems are supplied as standard packages or individually designed to meet our client’s requirements
and all can be Certified by a Third Party Inspection Agency such as BV, LR, DNV, RINA, RMRS and others.
Standard systems are designed for Non-Hazardous applications and for normal operating conditions.
Which Technology to Use
GENERON® offers both Nitrogen PSA Systems and Nitrogen Membrane® Systems. Our sales and engineering
team’s experience and product knowledge will help you decide which technology is right for your
application. For over 30 years, GENERON has designed and manufactured the highest-standard products in
our ISO 9000, ASME, PED, GOST and UL/CSA certified facilities and shops in Houston, Texas and California. Our
multinational service centers provide parts and support 24/7.
Ambient
System Type Purity Pressure Ease of Operation
Temperature
COST SAVINGS
You can save up to 300% of Nitrogen costs by generating your our nitrogen on-site.
By generating your on nitrogen on site, you can dramatically reduce your nitrogen consumption
costs.
Save on:
Delivery Costs
Bulk Liquid Evaporation Loss
Monthly Cylinder / Tank Rental Fees
Handling and Purchasing Costs
Site Liability Insurance
RELIABILITY / EXPERIENCE
The key to making the investment in nitrogen Generation equipment is purchasing from a
dependable company. GENERON® has thousands of systems installed worldwide.
GENERON® has over 40 years of experience in the design and manufacture of Pressure Swing
Adsorption (PSA) systems. Our systems are designed for long lasting durability for onshore and
offshore applications.
Booster Compressors
Custom systems available to meet your
specifications with Zone II rating, Class I, Div II
A Few of our Clients
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Version 2.0 Pioneering Gas Solutions from Concept to Completion Released 02-2016