PSA Nitrogen Generators for Petrochemical Industry
On-site nitrogen generation for chemical, polymer, refinery, and hydrocarbon processing applications. Engineered for continuous, high-demand nitrogen use.
Why Choose Gastek for Petrochemical Applications?
High-purity nitrogen is essential for safety, quality, and efficiency in petrochemical operations.
High-Purity Nitrogen
Delivers 95% to 99.999% purity nitrogen for sensitive chemical processes, ensuring product quality and reaction control without contamination.
Continuous Duty Performance
Designed for 24/7 operation with minimal maintenance, providing uninterrupted nitrogen supply for critical petrochemical processes and production continuity.
Moisture-Free Inerting
Integrated air dryers provide dew points down to -70°C, preventing moisture contamination in hygroscopic materials and sensitive chemical reactions.
Safety Compliance
ATEX and IECEx certified systems for hazardous area installations, ensuring compliance with international safety standards for petrochemical environments.
Cost-Effective Operation
On-site nitrogen generation reduces operating costs by up to 80% compared to liquid nitrogen delivery, with rapid ROI for high-volume petrochemical users.
Scalable Capacity
Modular systems from 1 to 5000 Nm³/hr with expansion capabilities, adapting to growing petrochemical production demands and multiple application requirements.
Petrochemical Applications
Our PSA nitrogen generators serve critical applications across petrochemical and chemical processing facilities.
Reactor Blanketing
Create and maintain inert atmospheres in chemical reactors to prevent unwanted oxidation reactions, ensure product quality, and improve process safety during production.
- Batch and continuous reactor inerting
- Exothermic reaction temperature control
- Pressure vessel oxygen displacement
- Multi-stage reactor protection
Storage Tank Inerting
Protect stored chemicals, intermediates, and finished products from oxidation, degradation, and fire hazards with continuous nitrogen blanketing of storage tanks and vessels.
- Chemical intermediate storage protection
- Solvent and monomer tank blanketing
- Floating roof tank vapor space control
- Fixed roof tank fire prevention
Polymerisation & Monomer Handling
Maintain precise atmospheric control during polymer production and monomer processing to prevent premature polymerization, ensure consistent product quality, and maximize yield.
- Polyethylene and polypropylene production
- Styrene and vinyl monomer stabilization
- Polymer reactor atmosphere control
- Catalyst injection system protection
Catalyst Regeneration
Provide inert purging and controlled atmospheres during catalyst regeneration cycles in refinery and chemical processes, extending catalyst life and maintaining activity.
- FCC catalyst regeneration purging
- Hydroprocessing catalyst handling
- Reformer catalyst regeneration
- Catalyst unloading and replacement
Pipeline Purging
Remove oxygen, moisture, and contaminants from pipelines before startup, during maintenance, or when switching products to ensure safe operations and prevent product contamination.
- New pipeline commissioning and drying
- Process line product changeover
- Maintenance shutdown preparation
- Transfer line inerting
Loading/Unloading Safety
Enhance safety during chemical loading and unloading operations with nitrogen padding, vapor displacement, and inert purging of transfer equipment and receiving vessels.
- Tank truck and railcar inerting
- Loading arm vapor displacement
- Marine terminal transfer operations
- Drum and IBC container purging
Solvent & Chemical Transfer Inerting
Protect volatile solvents and reactive chemicals during transfer operations with nitrogen padding, preventing vapor formation, static electricity buildup, and explosion risks.
- Solvent recovery system protection
- Hazardous chemical transfer inerting
- Mixing vessel atmosphere control
- Static elimination during pumping
Explosion Prevention in Hydrocarbon Processes
Eliminate explosion hazards in hydrocarbon processing units by maintaining oxygen levels below flammability limits through continuous nitrogen inerting and monitoring.
- Distillation column inerting
- Flare header safety systems
- Vapor recovery unit protection
- Confined space entry preparation
Benefits for Petrochemical Operators
Enhanced Process Safety
Eliminate fire and explosion risks in reactors, storage tanks, and process equipment through reliable oxygen displacement
Product Quality Protection
Prevent oxidation, degradation, and contamination of sensitive chemicals and polymer products
Significant Cost Reduction
Generate nitrogen for up to 80% less than delivered supply, with typical ROI in 12-18 months
24/7 Nitrogen Availability
Unlimited on-demand nitrogen supply for continuous operations and emergency response
Regulatory Compliance
Meet ATEX, IECEx, and international safety standards for hazardous area installations
Supply Independence
Eliminate dependency on external nitrogen suppliers and avoid supply chain disruptions
Rapid Emergency Response
System reaches full production in 15 minutes for emergency purging and inerting operations
Adjustable Purity Levels
Configure purity from 95% to 99.999% to match specific process requirements and optimize costs
Minimal Maintenance
Automated operation with long-lasting CMS and minimal service requirements reduces downtime
Technical Specifications
| Nitrogen Purity | 95% to 99.999% (standard), up to 99.99995% with Deoxo purification |
| Flow Rate | 1 to 5000 Nm³/hr (higher capacities available) |
| Operating Pressure | 4-7 bar(g) standard, customizable up to 10 bar(g) |
| Outlet Pressure | Up to 6 bar(g) (adjustable with pressure boosters available) |
| Dew Point | -40°C to -70°C (with integrated dryer) |
| Startup Time | 15 minutes from cold start |
| Control System | PLC-based with HMI touchscreen, DCS integration available |
| Monitoring | Continuous oxygen analyzer, pressure, flow, and temperature sensors |
| Power Supply | 380-415V, 3-phase, 50/60 Hz |
| Compressed Air Required | Clean, dry, oil-free air at 7-8 bar(g) |
| Hazardous Area Certification | ATEX, IECEx available for Zone 1 & 2 installations |
Customization for Petrochemical Applications
We understand the unique requirements of petrochemical facilities. Our engineering team can customize:
- Hazardous area certifications for explosive atmospheres (ATEX, IECEx)
- Corrosion-resistant materials for aggressive chemical environments
- Skid-mounted or containerized systems for modular plant layouts
- Integration with existing DCS/SCADA control systems
- Redundant systems for critical safety applications
- Multi-purity output for different process requirements
Related Solutions
Explore our comprehensive range of nitrogen generation and gas processing solutions
PSA Nitrogen Generator
Complete PSA nitrogen generation systems for industrial applications
Oil & Gas Industry
Nitrogen solutions for upstream, midstream, and downstream operations
Membrane Nitrogen Generators
Alternative nitrogen generation technology for lower purity requirements
Deoxo Nitrogen Units
Ultra-high purity nitrogen up to 99.9999% for critical applications
Ready to Enhance Your Petrochemical Operations?
Contact our technical team to discuss your nitrogen requirements and receive a customized solution for your petrochemical facility.