Recticap™
CO₂ removal for low-carbon Hydrogen. Achieve over 99% carbon capture rates with decreased CAPEX and OPEX using our optimized, robust methanol-based solvent technology.
As the demand for low-carbon energy carriers grows, producing low-carbon Hydrogen at scale requires highly efficient and cost-effective carbon capture solutions. Recticap™ is Air Liquide Engineering & Technologies' tailored adaptation of the proven Rectisol™ process, specifically optimized for capturing CO₂ from natural gas reforming.
Designed specifically for low-carbon hydrogen
Based on AL-Lurgi’s extensive heritage in gas purification, Recticap™ is engineered to simplify the carbon capture process for hydrogen plants.
- Targeted removal: In contrast to standard Rectisol™ (which removes multiple acid gases), Recticap™ is designed to remove only CO₂.
- Cost effective: This specialized focus allows for a simplified process setup, significantly decreasing both Capital Expenditures (CAPEX) and Operational Expenditures (OPEX).
- Robust solvent: The process utilizes a highly cost-effective and robust physical methanol solvent that resists degradation over time, ensuring reliable, low-maintenance operations.
Unmatched scale and capture rates
Large-scale hydrogen production requires technologies that can match its capacity without multiplying infrastructure. Recticap™ is uniquely suited for mega-projects:
- Massive capacities: Large capacities of more than 300,000 Nm³/hr can be efficiently built in a single train, maximizing economies of scale.
- Deep decarbonization: The process achieves exceptional carbon capture rates of over 99%.
- Quality byproduct: It directly produces a dry CO₂ stream, streamlining downstream compression and liquefaction steps for permanent geological storage.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between Recticap™ and Rectisol™?
While traditional Rectisol™ removes multiple acid gases (such as CO₂ and H₂S) from syngas, Recticap™ is uniquely optimized to remove only CO₂. This specialization drastically simplifies the plant setup and lowers overall costs.
What type of solvent does Recticap™ use?
Recticap™ utilizes a cheap, physical methanol solvent. Because it is highly robust and resists degradation, it requires minimal replacement and maintenance.
Can Recticap™ handle large-scale hydrogen production?
Yes. Recticap™ is designed for massive industrial scale, with the ability to process capacities greater than 300,000 Nm³/hr in a single operational train.
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A heritage of gas purification leadership
As a global technology partner, Air Liquide Engineering & Technologies leverages decades of proprietary AL-Lurgi expertise. By adapting the world-renowned Rectisol™ technology into Recticap™, we provide EPCs and industrial operators with a deeply proven, low-risk, and highly scalable pathway to transition their natural gas reforming assets toward low-carbon Blue Hydrogen production.
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