Air Products Membrane Solutions is renowned for its development of hollow fiber membrane separators and systems for onsite gas generation. The company’s product portfolio includes PRISM Membrane Separators, Marine Systems, and Engineered-to-Order Systems designed to enhance productivity and sustainability across various industries.
PRISM Membrane Separators: Utilizing thousands of polymeric hollow fibers, these separators act as molecular filters to isolate gases like methane, nitrogen, or hydrogen. These are integrated into specialized systems for aerospace, offshore drilling, food and beverage, transportation, and defense.
Marine Systems: As the leading supplier of marine-based membrane systems, Air Products serves several market segments, such as dual-fuel systems, chemical tankers, oil platforms, and liquefied natural gas carriers. Over 2,000 ships worldwide utilize their membrane technology.
Engineered-to-Order Systems: Tailored industrial membrane systems for nitrogen generation and process gas applications. These systems serve the oil and gas industry, ammonia plants, chemical manufacturing facilities, and renewable diesel production.
Global Service and Support: Providing maintenance and optimization services, including health checks, replacement parts, and remote monitoring, to ensure peak performance of membrane systems.
Dr. Erin Sorensen, General Manager of Air Products Membrane Solutions, highlighted the company’s dedication to the energy transition and the potential impact of the new facility. This expansion reinforces Air Products’ commitment to leading in the energy transition, reflecting the company’s proactive approach to meeting evolving market needs. The new facility will enhance the company’s ability to provide advanced solutions to its customers, promoting a cleaner future.
The groundbreaking event attracted over 100 guests, including state and local officials. Among the speakers were Taylor Mazdra, Regional Manager of the Missouri Department of Economic Development, and Mike Moeller, Mayor of Maryland Heights. Their presence underscored the community’s support for the project and the positive economic impact expected from the expansion.
The new manufacturing facility, slated to be operational by the end of 2025, will create 30 new full-time positions, adding to the current workforce of approximately 170 employees at the St. Louis site. This follows a previous $10 million investment in 2023 aimed at boosting production capacity.
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