HyRadix

HyRadix , a Companiy in Iowa has recently been bought by Eden Energy in Australia. Hyradix has a preoprietary authothermal reforming techology.
  • Advantages of autothermal reforming
  • There are multiple benefits to HyRadix's® proprietary autothermal reforming technology compared to alternative on-site technologies.
  • High EfficiencyHyRadix's proprietary autothermal reforming technology is significantly different from autothermal reforming as it has been practiced in the past.

Historically, there have been two separate catalyst beds -

  • one for the partial oxidation catalyst
  • one for the steam reforming catalyst.

The heat from the partial oxidation reactor had to be transferred to the steam reforming reactor at a high temperature, resulting in significantly lower process efficiencies and mechanical challenges.

HyRadix's autothermal reforming technology is far more effective because the reaction heat is generated in-situ; therefore, there is no need for an external heat source to supply heat directly to the autothermal reactor.

high efficiency

The result is a simple, low-cost and robust reactor design.

Operational Flexibility

  • The monolith catalyst structure allows for good flow distribution even during turndown conditions as low as 25% of design.
  • Therefore, this prevents hot spots that could cause coking, as in some steam methane reforming (SMR) processes under similar turndown conditions.
  • The direct heating and lower peak temperatures of the autothermal reactor also enable fast startup time.

Heat Requirement

In order to achieve an effective reforming reaction, it is essential that the required heat is available throughout the reaction. The best way to achieve this result is to generate the heat in the same location as it is needed ("in-situ").

  • The bi-functional monolith autothermal reforming catalyst is able to generate the heat required to complete the reforming reaction in the same reactor space where that reforming reaction takes place.
  • This allows for operation with lower peak process temperatures and avoids complex heat transfer equipment.

Corporate Headquarters(including general inquiries) 175 West Oakton StreetDes Plaines, IL USA60018-1834

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