1. Size Limitations: Efficiency Beyond Small Spaces

Myth: Truckable modules are too small to be practical for complex chemical processing facilities.

Reality: The misconception that truckable modules are limited to small sizes overlooks the advancements in modular construction. While transportation constraints impose size limitations, truckable modules can be substantial and tailored to fit complex requirements. In the chemical processing industry, these modules can house essential equipment, control rooms, or entire processing units. Designed to maximize internal space while adhering to transportation limits, truckable modules can efficiently accommodate the needs of large-scale chemical operations.

2. Complexity of Assembly: Advanced Systems in Modular Design

Myth: Truckable modules are overly simplistic and lack the complexity required for sophisticated chemical processes.

Reality: The belief that truckable modules are simplistic is an underestimation. Modern modular construction, especially in the chemical processing sector, involves sophisticated engineering and advanced systems integration. Truckable modules can be equipped with intricate piping systems, specialized reactors, and high-tech control panels, all assembled with precision. The off-site fabrication shops where these modules are built allow for meticulous quality control and integration of complex systems, ensuring they meet the demanding requirements for chemical processing.

3. Cost Considerations: Balancing Value and Investment

Myth: Truckable modules are more expensive than traditional construction methods for chemical processing facilities.

Reality: While modular construction may require a modest amount of additional upfront engineering and a small percentage of extra structural steel, these negligible costs are significantly offset by the savings realized from reduced labor hours due to the improved productivity of horizontal modular construction. This does not even account for the indirect cost savings from minimized field construction hours, reduced disruptions to existing operating facilities, and an overall shortened delivery schedule that enables a faster time to market. Therefore, in reality, truckable modules typically deliver an overall cost saving of 20% to 30% compared to traditional stick-built projects.

4. Design Flexibility: Custom Solutions for Specialized Needs

Myth: Truckable modules limit design options for chemical processing facilities.

Reality: On the contrary, truckable modules offer significant design flexibility and are designed to be scalable and repeatable. For smaller projects with limited unit operations, entire process systems can be integrated into a single module. For larger projects with multiple unit operations and increased throughput, systems can be divided into several modules that interconnect at the project site to form a complete unit. Modules can be customized to include specialized equipment, integrate with existing systems, and accommodate unique process requirements. This flexibility enables the creation of efficient and effective processing units that align with the project’s goals and regulatory requirements.

Conclusion

Truckable modules represent a significant advancement in modular construction, offering practical solutions and innovative designs for the chemical processing industry. By debunking these common misconceptions, we better understand their true potential and benefits. From size and complexity to cost, quality, and design flexibility, truckable modules provide valuable advantages that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of chemical processing facilities.

As the chemical processing industry continues to embrace modular construction, overcoming misconceptions and recognizing the strengths of truckable modules will be crucial for unlocking new opportunities and achieving operational excellence. Modular construction is not merely a trend but a strategic approach that can drive efficiency, flexibility, and innovation in the chemical processing sector.

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Mauricio Villegas is the Manager of Business Development at Koch Modular Process Systems. He has over 25 years of experience in the engineering and construction industry, delivering projects across sectors ranging from small brownfield projects to greenfield mega-projects. Before joining Koch Modular, he held various management roles at WorleyParsons, Technip, IHI E&C, and Arcadis. Mr. Villegas earned a BS in Business Administration and Management from Northeastern University.

Email: mauricio.villegas@kochmodular.com

Mauricio Villegas, Koch Modular Business Development Manager

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In the context of escalating environmental concerns and the urgent need to mitigate climate change, modular pilot and demonstration-scale plants have a critical role in accelerating the global transition to clean energy solutions. These plants represent a transformative approach to energy research and development, optimizing innovation processes, reducing project timelines, and managing inherent risks. Their ability to facilitate comprehensive sustainable feedstock experimentation and validate clean energy processes is essential for enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and expediting the deployment of clean energy technologies.

Understanding Modular Pilot and Demonstration Scale Plants

Modular pilot or demonstration-scale plants are custom-designed for each project as scaled-down versions of commercial operations rather than scaled-up versions of laboratory equipment. These small-scale plants enable the pilot testing of novel technologies and difficult separations, providing proof-of-concept testing to de-risk and validate processes for commercial scale. Testing in a lab or process model may not translate directly to larger scales; therefore, it is essential to test with actual feed materials, collect data over extended periods, and observe system performance. Modular project delivery offers several benefits, including cost certainty, project predictability, risk mitigation, shorter time to market, minimized site operations interruptions, improved productivity, and reduced hazards and safety risks.

Join Mauricio Villegas for a poster session, “Modular Pilot & Demonstration Plants: Accelerating the Global Transition to Clean Energy” on Monday, June 17, at 4:00 pm EST at the 2024 TechConnect World Innovation Conference and Exposition. And, visit Koch Modular at booth #606 to connect with our team of industry experts.

Koch Modular will be presenting on a variety of topics at this year’s event. Explore more of our TechConnect presentations HERE.

Chat with Mauricio

Mauricio Villegas is the Manager of Business Development at Koch Modular Process Systems. He has over 25 years of experience in the engineering and construction industry, delivering projects across sectors ranging from small brownfield projects to greenfield mega-projects. Before joining Koch Modular, he held various management roles at WorleyParsons, Technip, IHI E&C, and Arcadis. Mr. Villegas earned a BS in Business Administration and Management from Northeastern University.

Email: mauricio.villegas@kochmodular.com

Mauricio Villegas, Business Development Manager

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Ensuring the effective removal of contaminants from wastewater has become imperative, especially with the proliferation of ammonia-intensive decarbonization methods. Mining operations, spurred by the need for critical minerals and metals in energy production and storage, have heightened ammonia content in wastewater streams. Likewise, converting livestock waste into renewable fuels contributes to elevated ammonia levels in wastewater. Rising operational expenses, aging infrastructure, the emergence of contaminants such as PFAS, and stringent regulatory standards compound this challenge.

Steam stripping and solvent extraction are two technologies that can be used for efficiently removing challenging contaminants from wastewater across diverse conditions to achieve tangible operational and cost benefits

Understanding Steam Stripping

Steam stripping, alternatively referred to as steam distillation, presents an economically viable approach to eliminating volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from wastewater. Compounds amenable to stripping typically exhibit lower boiling points than water, form azeotropes with water, or demonstrate partial solubility in water. These contaminants encompass a range of substances, including alcohols, dioxane, chlorinated hydrocarbons, BTX aromatics (benzene-toluene-xylene), aliphatics, acetates, THF, ethers, ketones, acetonitrile, and ammonia. However, for more complex containments, other separation methods must be explored.

Exploring Solvent Extraction

Solvent extraction offers an effective and economically viable approach for eliminating stubborn wastewater contaminants with boiling points higher than water or without volatility. This method proves especially advantageous in scenarios where the energy expenses linked with distillation or evaporation are considerable. Contaminants conducive to extraction cover a broad spectrum, including carboxylic acids, metal ions, quaternary ammonium cations, phenolic compounds, DMF, DMAC, pyridines, aniline, nitrotoluenes, and organofluorines such as PFAS.

Join William and Kyle for their poster session, “Strategies for Effective Industrial Wastewater Purification,” on Monday, June 17, at 4:00 pm EST at the 2024 TechConnect World Innovation Conference and Exposition. And, visit Koch Modular at booth #606 to connect with our team of engineers.

Koch Modular will be presenting on a variety of topics at this year’s event. Explore more of our TechConnect presentations HERE.

Can’t make it to the conference? Join our on-demand webinar.

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William Gallei is a process engineer with Koch Modular. He has over 12 years of experience in the chemical and petrochemical industry and holds a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Manhattan College.

Email: william.gallei@kochmodular.com

William Gallei, Process Engineer

Chat with Kyle

Kyle Parkinson is a process engineer with Koch Modular and has over 11 years of experience in the chemical and petrochemical industry, with a recent focus on liquid-liquid extraction. He holds a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Bucknell University.

Email: kyle.parkinson@kochmodular.com

Kyle Parkinson, Process Engineer

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In recent years, industrial biologists have been developing systems to produce organic chemicals from biomass using processes such as fermentation. These processes typically yield low concentrations of organic chemicals with boiling points higher than water, making distillation impractical for initial recovery and purification.

Liquid-liquid extraction (LLE) is an efficient method for removing these compounds, either directly from the fermentation broth (whole broth) or from the broth after pre-treatment to remove undesirable components such as cell mass and lignin.

Choosing the appropriate extraction column is crucial for optimizing performance and cost. Many biomass feed solutions, particularly those from fermentation processes or algae ponds, tend to emulsify when mixed with an organic solvent.

The presentation will explore the application of liquid-liquid extraction technology for recovering bio-chemicals, its use across various industries and feedstocks, and considerations for pilot testing, scale-up, and commercialization.

Glatz will also present “LLE: Efficient Recovery and Purification of Biobased Chemicals” in a poster session on Tuesday, June 18, at 1:30 pm EST in Expo Hall BC.

Visit Koch Modular at booth #606 to connect with our engineers during the conference and explore more of our presentations HERE.

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Don Glatz is the Manager of Extraction Technology at Koch Modular. With a remarkable career spanning over 47 years, Don is an expert in evaluating, optimizing, scaling, and designing extraction processes. His profound knowledge and experience have been shared through numerous published papers and articles. Don holds a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, complemented by an MBA from Fairleigh Dickinson University. His invaluable contributions continue to shape the field of extraction technology.

Email: donald.glatz@kochmodular.com

Donald Glatz

Extraction Technology Manager

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Koch Modular will join the brightest researchers, innovators, and technology prospectors at the 2024 TechConnect World Innovation Conference and Expo at the Gaylord National Convention Center in Washington, D.C., June 17-19. As a proud sponsor of the conference, Koch Modular will have an exhibit at Booth #606, hosting four poster sessions, two presentations, and a panel featuring two of our esteemed subject-matter experts.

Join forces with industry collaborators and leaders in applied research to expedite the creation and implementation of innovative material, energy, and sustainability solutions in products and society.

Our Schedule

• Presentations
  • Monday, June 17th at 10:30 am
    • Session: Biofuels and Remediation
      • Donald Glatz, Utilizing Liquid-Liquid Extraction (LLE) or Solvent Extraction (SX) in the Efficient Recovery and Purification of Biofuels & Bioproduct (Chesapeake A)
  • Tuesday, June 18th at 9:15 am
    • Session: Advances in Critical Mineral Separations
      • Brendan Cross, Enhancing Critical Material Recovery: Replacing Mixer-Settlers with Agitated Extraction Columns (National Harbor 4)
• Posters 
  • Monday, June 17th at 4:00 pm
    • Mauricio Villegas, Modular Pilot & Demonstration Plants: Accelerating the Global Transition to Clean Energy (Expo Hall BC)
    • Kyle Parkinson, William Galli, Methods for Contaminant Removal in Industrial Wastewater (Expo Hall BC)
  • Tuesday, June 18th at 1:30 pm
    • Donald Glatz, LLE: Efficient Recovery and Purification of Biobased Chemicals (Expo Hall BC)
  • Tuesday, June 18th at 4:00 pm
    • Brendan Cross, Using Agitated Extraction Columns for Enhanced Critical Minerals & Materials Recovery (Expo Hall BC)
• Panelist Session
  • Tuesday, June 18th at 10:30 am
    • Donald Glatz and Brendan Cross, Innovations Spotlights (Room: Maryland 3)

Visit Koch Modular at Booth #606 to connect with our team and view the full conference schedule here: https://www.techconnectworld.com/World2024/dag.html

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In the engineering world, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge gained in academia and practical applications in the industry is crucial. Taylor Hembree, a Process Engineer at Koch Modular and a graduate of the University of Cincinnati (UC) College of Engineering and Applied Science (CEAS), brings a unique perspective to the table. Recently, she served as a judge at the UC Chemical Engineering Senior Design Expo, evaluating projects that represent the culmination of students’ undergraduate education and cooperative education (“co-op”) experiences. In this interview, Taylor shares insights into her role as a judge, the importance of practical experience in engineering design, emerging trends, and the significance of events like the CEAS Design Expo in bridging academia and industry.

Q: Can you tell us about yourself and your role at Koch Modular?

A: I am a proud alumna of the University of Cincinnati, where I earned a degree in Chemical Engineering in 2018. I started my professional career as a Process Engineer, exploring the complexities of the Specialty Chemicals and Oil and Gas industries. Now,  I work in the process engineering group at Koch Modular, where I’ve been involved in several projects, from proposals to detailed designs. It’s been an excellent introduction to Koch Modular’s approach to process design, and I’ve enjoyed it so far.

Q: What is the University of Cincinnati CEAS Design Expo? 

A: The CEAS Design Expo is a platform for seniors to showcase their capstone projects. In the chemical engineering program, seniors begin this project in their final semester. They form groups of four to five and devote the entire semester to their project, including a poster and a technical design report. Prizes are awarded to the top three teams, adding an extra incentive beyond final grades. 

Q: Why did you decide to be a judge?

A: During my time at UC, I found the senior design experience rewarding, as it provided me with the opportunity to combine my knowledge from the classroom with what I learned from my co-op terms. I always thought it would be enjoyable to participate as a judge in the future. Our design professor, Dr. Thiel, reached out a few years ago seeking additional judges, which immediately piqued my interest. Transitioning from being a student to a judge provided an intriguing shift in perspective. It allowed me to recall the challenges we faced during our design project, and I kept that in mind when reviewing the capstone projects. 

Q: Can you share any experiences or insights from your career that influenced your approach to judging these projects?

A: My background before Koch Modular was primarily in the oil and gas industry, including five co-op terms at Marathon Petroleum. This experience provided me with a foundation in troubleshooting and optimization, and now, on the design side, enables me to approach projects from multiple perspectives. Something that may seem excellent in theory can potentially pose significant operational challenges in the field. Because of this experience, I can offer technical and practical lenses when reviewing the capstone projects.  

Q: What specific criteria did you prioritize when evaluating the projects?

A: Because the poster presentations factor into the student’s final grades, there is established criteria provided by  Dr. Thiel. However, beyond the rubric, I looked for groups that probed deeper into their projects. It’s one thing just to take the problem statement at face value and process a certain amount of material per hour using a specific technology. I was particularly impressed by teams that went beyond the basics, exploring alternative technologies or leveraging their co-op experience in different parts of their projects. It’s easy to stay within the confines of given guidelines, but those groups that explored unexpected avenues stood out to me.

Q: Can you highlight any trends or emerging technologies you observed across the projects that you believe will significantly impact the chemical engineering field?

A: This year, we noticed a surge of interest in carbon capture and green manufacturing. One team explored direct air carbon capture, while another collaborated with GE Aerospace on CO2 capture from jet engine testing. Some green manufacturing projects included urea synthesis, olefin production from sewer trap grease, and biomass to ethanol conversion. Alongside these, we encountered other unique projects, such as a food-grade vanillin production plant that creatively incorporated vanilla scents in the exhibit. The projects showcased a wide array of technologies, mirroring the broad scope of our work at Koch Modular.

Q: How do you perceive the role of events like the CEAS Design Expo in bridging the gap between academia and industry?

A: Events like the CEAS Design Expo help highlight the benefit of obtaining industry experience during engineering education. While some schools focus more on research, UC’s engineering program emphasizes industry integration, primarily through its co-op program, which includes up to five semesters of full-time work at one or more companies. It is fascinating to observe students’ projects and how they translate theoretical knowledge into practical solutions by leveraging their co-op experience.

Q: Looking forward, do you see Koch Modular attending more events like this?

A: Absolutely. It’s a fantastic opportunity. I love seeing the creativity in the capstone projects and what the next generation of engineers is excited about! It’s also an excellent opportunity to network with other engineering professionals. We had a panel of around 15 judges, each with a different background and industry experience. I made new connections and learned more about other industries and some of the challenges they currently face with their processes. As a representative of the UC and Koch Modular, I am honored to be a selected judge for the 2024 event, and I am very much looking forward to what next year has in store.

Chat with Taylor

Taylor Hembree earned her B.S. in Chemical Engineering and MBA from the University of Cincinnati. She honed her process engineering skills at Marathon Petroleum Corporation, specializing in hydrotreating and catalytic reforming. Joining Koch Modular in 2023, she has contributed to various projects, leveraging expertise from proposal development to detailed designs.

Email: taylor.hembree@kochmodular.com

Taylor Hembree, Process Engineer

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HOUSTON—(BUSINESS WIRE)— Koch Modular Process Systems (Koch Modular), a market-leading provider of engineered and fabricated modular mass transfer systems for the chemical processing industry, announces the expansion of its Houston, TX pilot plant. The expansion will improve Koch Modular’s analytical lab and testing capabilities to address customers’ demand in industries spanning Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Petrochemical, Biotech, Food, Flavor and Fragrance. The extra square footage will also improve office and conference facilities for Koch Modular’s clients, employees, and visitors.  

The original facility was approximately 5,000 sq ft; the expanded facility will be more than three times the size, at approximately 18,000 sq ft. The announcement of the expansion also marks the twenty-fifth anniversary of the company taking on the name Koch Modular.

The expanded and well-equipped Koch Modular pilot plant enables companies to run both bench and pilot-scale tests to generate data required to develop and test mass transfer processes. These processes include distillation, liquid-liquid extraction, stripping, and reaction chemistry for successful scale-up from pilot to commercialization.  

“Our mission at Koch Modular has always been to provide companies of all sizes the tools, resources, and expertise they need to accomplish groundbreaking technologies that will create positive change for our future,” said Wendy Parker, Vice President of Koch Modular. “Increasing our size will dramatically grow our analytical lab and testing capabilities for clients across various industries.”

The facility, originally leased from Koch-Glitsch, is now owned by Koch Modular. The expansion will take place in phases. The first renovation phase, office and laboratory work, started in Q1 of this year. 

“Rolling this expansion out this year means a lot to our team because 2024 marks our twenty-fifth year of Engineered Innovation as an organization when our company became Koch Modular Process Systems,” said Tom Lightfoot, Pilot Plant Manager at Koch Modular.

“We are very pleased to see Koch Modular’s pilot plant expansion announcement and believe it will offer significant value in developing future technologies,” said Jeff Kanel, Fellow for the Algae Initiative at Neste.“ Koch Modular played an instrumental part in our process, and our success was in part due to their full range of pilot testing services, extensive process experience, and unrivaled analytical capabilities,” Kanel added.

To learn more about pilot plant testing, Tom Schafer, Vice President of Koch Modular, will be presenting at the AIChE Conference in New Orleans, LA, on March 27 at 4:30 pm CST on the topic of “Modular Pilot & Demonstration Scale-Plants: A Cornerstone for Accelerating the Global Transition to Clean Energy.” As an exhibitor, Koch Modular looks forward to networking opportunities and sharing its expertise on pilot plant testing within the chemical processing industry.

About Koch Modular
Koch Modular has successfully designed and constructed modular systems for the global chemical processing industry for over 25 years and has over 40 years of process engineering experience. Specializing in mass transfer, Koch Modular supports innovative technology companies on their pathway from concept to commercialization, providing pilot testing and process conceptualization services, process design package development, detailed engineering, and modular constructed systems. Koch Modular was recently awarded The Daily Digest’s 50 Hottest Companies in the Bioeconomy 2024. To learn more, visit kochmodular.com.

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PARAMUS, N.J., March 18, 2024—Koch Modular Process Systems (Koch Modular), a market-leading provider of engineered and fabricated modular mass transfer systems for the chemical processing industry, is proud to announce their participation in the upcoming AIChE Spring Meeting and 20th Global Congress Conference on Process Safety. The event, which will take place at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA, from March 24 to March 28, 2024, will provide a crucial platform for Koch Modular to showcase their contributions to the clean energy landscape. 

As the premier technical conference for practicing chemical and process safety engineers, the AIChE Spring Meeting and Global Congress on Process Safety serves as an essential gathering to address the industry’s critical needs.

Tom Schafer, Co-founder and Vice President of Koch Modular, will be delivering a presentation on March 27th at 4:30pm CST in Room 203-204. Schafer’s presentation will explore the pivotal role of modular pilot and demonstration scale plants in expediting the global transition to clean energy solutions. His abstract outlines the transformative potential of these systems in accelerating innovation processes, reducing project timelines, and managing risks associated with clean energy projects.

“We are excited to share our insights on the transformative potential of modular pilot and demonstration scale plants in driving the adoption of clean energy solutions,” says Schafer. “Our presentation will highlight real-world success stories and provide invaluable insights into the incorporation of modular pilot scale plants within project development processes.”

Attendees can expect to gain a deeper understanding of the importance of modular pilot scale plants in various clean energy applications, including biomass-to-chemicals, regenerative agriculture-to-food-and-biofuel, biomass-to-biofuel, and carbon capture systems. Additionally, Schafer will discuss key design considerations, project delivery insights, and commercialization benefits associated with these innovative systems.

Koch Modular invites all conference attendees to visit Booth Number 237 to learn more.

For more information about Koch Modular Process Systems, please visit https://kochmodular.com/. 

About Koch Modular

Koch Modular has successfully designed and constructed modular systems for the global chemical processing industry for over 25 years and has over 40 years of process engineering experience. Specializing in mass transfer, Koch Modular supports innovative technology companies on their pathway from concept to commercialization, providing pilot testing and process conceptualization services, process design package development, detailed engineering, and modular constructed systems. To learn more, visit kochmodular.com.

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Chat with Tom

Tom Schafer is a chemical engineer with 48 years of experience in process design, operations management, cost estimating, plant layout, and sales & marketing—specific expertise in equipment design, including distillation, heat transfer, fluid flow, and process control. Tom holds a B.S. in Chemical Engineering and an M.S. in Chemical Engineering from Manhattan College.

Email: thomas.schafer@kochmodular.com

Tom Schafer
Koch Modular, Co-founder & Vice President

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PARAMUS, N.J., March 15, 2024—Koch Modular Process Systems (Koch Modular), a leading provider of engineered and fabricated modular mass transfer systems for the chemical processing industry, proudly announces its recognition and ranking on The Daily Digest’s esteemed list of the 50 Hottest Companies in the Bioeconomy 2024.

The Daily Digest revealed the rankings at the Advanced Bioeconomy Leadership Conference 2024 in Washington, D.C. The annual rankings, which recognize innovation and achievement in fuels and integrated biorefinery development, are based on votes from an invited panel of distinguished international selectors and subscribers of The Digest. This accolade celebrates Koch Modular’s exceptional contributions to the bioeconomy’s development and project deployment.

“This year, the voters went jet in picking companies from all around the world focused on sustainable aviation fuels and chemicals — founded in India, New Zealand, the US, the UK, in the top 10,” said Digest editor and publisher Jim Lane.

With a commitment to innovation and excellence, Koch Modular advances clean-tech through unparalleled expertise in process engineering, distillation and liquid-liquid extraction technology, pilot testing, and modular project delivery models. The company empowers businesses to reduce costs, streamline project timelines, and enhance project viability with scalable, repeatable, fixed-price modular designs.

“We are honored to be recognized as one of The Daily Digest’s 50 Hottest Companies in the Bioeconomy 2024,” said Brian Loftus, Vice President at Koch Modular. “This achievement underscores our dedication to advancing sustainability technologies and our ongoing commitment to driving innovation in the chemical processing industry.”

The Daily Digest’s 50 Hottest Companies in the Bioeconomy 2024 award exemplifies Koch Modular’s leadership and dedication to driving sustainable solutions within the bioeconomy.

Find the full list of award winners HERE.

About Koch Modular

Koch Modular has successfully designed and constructed modular systems for the global chemical processing industry for over 25 years and has over 40 years of process engineering experience. Specializing in mass transfer, Koch Modular supports innovative technology companies on their pathway from concept to commercialization, providing pilot testing and process conceptualization services, process design package development, detailed engineering, and modular constructed systems. To learn more, visit kochmodular.com.

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PARAMUS, N.J., March 6, 2024—Koch Modular Process Systems (Koch Modular), a market-leading provider of engineered and fabricated modular mass transfer systems for the chemical processing industry, announces the commencement of additional pilot testing to expand  ReGen III Corp.’s (ReGen III) Molecular Separation Unit (MSU) capabilities. This development follows previous successful pilot study work by Koch Modular on the MSU, contributing to a recent surge of interest from offtake parties.

About the Partnership

ReGen III is a leading clean technology company commercializing the patented ReGen process to upcycle used motor oil (“UMO”) into high-value Group III base oils. This effort is further supported by recent milestones, including  issuance of its 6th U.S. patent and engagement of ICP Securities Inc. (“ICP”) for automated market-making services. Koch Modular, the process designer and modular constructor for ReGen III’s MSU, leverages over 40 years of industry experience specializing in liquid-liquid extraction systems. Dedicated to repurposing materials and minimizing reliance on virgin resources, Koch Modular is committed to contributing its extensive chemical engineering expertise and innovative solutions to ReGen III’s mission.

“The ReGen technology is game-changing,” stated Brian Loftus, Vice President at Koch Modular. “Our team is proud to be developing technology that will set the stage for recycling re-refined lubricants for years to come.”

Pilot Study Overview

The primary objective of the pilot study, which is taking place in Koch Modular’s facility in Houston, Texas, is to generate samples of base oil products requested by major offtake purchasers.

Tom Lawlor, Chief Operating Officer of ReGen III, states, “During the course of 2023, offtake parties from around the globe, including oil and gas Majors, Super-Majors, international traders, and lubricant blenders, have shown serious interest in our suite of sustainable products, resulting in robust demand for samples. In addition, potential new markets have been identified for modified base oils. Koch Modular’s pilot studies on our MSU will not only generate more samples but will also further validate feedstock properties, optimize yields of critical offtake products, and re-confirm the API properties of our base oil products, all of which are critical to our ongoing discussions with offtake parties.”

ReGen III’s delivery of samples to the offtake parties will follow the expected pilot testing completion date of mid-April 2024.

Additional information about the project can be found HERE.

About ReGen III

ReGen III is a cleantech company commercializing its patented ReGen technology to upcycle UMO into high-value Group III base oils. With a focus on creating sustainable solutions that generate better environmental outcomes and compelling economics, the Company’s ReGen process is expected to reduce CO2e emissions by 82% as compared to virgin crude derived base oils combusted at end of life.

In 2022, ReGen III completed FEL2 and value engineering for the Company’s 5,600 bpd UMO Texas recycling facility, with the support of world-class engineering, construction and licensed vendor teams – including Koch Project Solutions, LLC, PCL Industrial Management Ltd., Koch Modular Process Systems and Duke Technologies. Operating in an underserved segment of the base oil market, ReGen III aims to become the world’s largest producer of sustainable Group III base oil.

For more information on ReGen III or to subscribe to the Company’s mailing list, please visit: www.regeniii.com/investors/corporate-presentations and www.regeniii.com/newsletter-subscription.

About Koch Modular

Koch Modular has successfully designed and constructed modular systems for the global chemical processing industry for over 25 years and has over 40 years of process engineering experience. Specializing in mass transfer, Koch Modular supports innovative technology companies on their pathway from concept to commercialization, providing pilot testing and process conceptualization services, process design package development, detailed engineering, and modular constructed systems. To learn more, visit kochmodular.com.

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