Metallurgical & PGM

Metallurgical and PGM Gas Cleaning

ERG’s purpose-designed scrubbing systems are engineered to suit each application and client’s requirements and are supplied with a process guarantee. We have reference plants in the UK, Eastern Europe, and the Middle East on metal (Ni, Co, Al, Sb) refining and reclamation and in precious metal refining.

Applications

Our scrubbing packages are installed to treat off gases from electrolysis processes and reactor vents, flue gases from roasters and furnaces, and vent gases from salt dryers.

Examples of gas contaminants we have experience of include:

We can also provide vacuum degassing of anolyte and gas compression.

Technologies

Our vent abatement systems are based on one or more of the following technologies. Each package is bespoke: designed and manufactured to the specific project requirements.

Packed tower scrubbers – for acid gases, basic gases, some dusts, some VOCs
V-tex® scrubbers – for acid gases, basic gases, some dusts, some VOCs
Venturi scrubbers – for high concentration or fine dust
Quench systems – for adiabatically cooling high temperature gas for further wet scrubbing

Meeting Exacting Specifications

ERG’s design and project management teams are highly experienced at delivering packaged plant which meets the delivering packaged plant which meets the metallurgical industry’s needs.

All design and procurement is managed according to our ISO9001 procedures
All manufacturing and assembly is to the agreed codes and project specifications, managed through and certified against the project Quality and Inspection & Test Plans.
All equipment is fully certified and documented in accordance with applicable European Standards, and CE marked accordingly.
Vessels can be supplied to BS EN 13121, PD 5500 or ASME VIII as appropriate, and packages CE marked to the Pressure Equipment (2014/68/EU) and ATEX (2014/34/EU) Directive depending on the specification requirements.
Safety in design and operation is our highest priority. We work with the main contractor, designer and end user to ensure the safety case documentation, HAZOP, etc are conducted thoroughly and efficiently.

ERG Package Scope of Supply

ERG can offer you initial design services and full turnkey supply of the gas
cleaning package required for your application.

Operational Peace of Mind

Every ERG abatement package carries a performance guarantee – as an operator you can be sure the equipment will meet the process requirements
Our standard (12 months) or extended warranty guarantees the mechanical and electrical parts against defects
And our Maintenance department can assist with routine, shut down or emergency maintenance

Our Clients

ERG’s customers include: