From waste to hydrogen.
From emissions to transformation.
Microwave plasma reformer shown in the supplied process documentation
PETRA Climate Technology Co., Ltd. develops resource recovery and industrial exhaust treatment solutions based on microwave plasma technology.
Our business focuses on modular systems that convert waste tires into hydrogen and recovered carbon materials, alongside electric systems for manufacturing exhaust treatment. We evaluate equipment and operating data together to develop site-specific applications.
From resource recovery to industrial environmental systems.
Expanding the applications of plasma technology.
We combine microwave pyrolysis and plasma reforming to recover carbon and hydrogen from waste tires. Hydrogen and recovered carbon black are prioritized for validation, with advanced carbon materials considered as further development opportunities.
Our system concept integrates electric MW plasma, steam-assisted reactions, heat recovery and downstream treatment. Configurations are evaluated for semiconductor, display and other industrial exhaust applications.
Equipment design concept
Explore MW scrubbers ↗Scrubbers treat harmful constituents in manufacturing exhaust. PETRA’s exhaust treatment system applies our specialized microwave plasma technology. Its design integrates electrodeless energy delivery with the reactor, steam supply, heat recovery, downstream treatment and operating controls.
Microwave energy is delivered to the plasma reaction zone to promote decomposition of process exhaust gases. Energy delivery, gas-specific reaction conditions and downstream treatment are considered as one integrated system.
Cleanroom process equipment is linked with vacuum and utility systems below. The application location of PETRA MW plasma scrubbers is configured around the exhaust flow.
PETRA MW ScrubberMicrowave plasmaTemperature control for process tools and cooling requirements for scrubbers are evaluated separately. Utility connections follow equipment specifications, with cooling status included in operating safety and interlock design.
The MW plasma system is configured around gas flow after the vacuum pump, exhaust pressure and available space. Downstream scrubbing, capture and central exhaust connections depend on gas characteristics.
Conceptual flow illustration. Installation locations, piping and downstream equipment vary by project.
Gas composition, flow, concentration and pressure are assessed. Steam and other reaction-supporting fluids are configured for the target gas.
Microwaves from the generator are transmitted through a waveguide. The plasma reaction zone promotes decomposition of organic exhaust constituents and other applicable gases.
Gas mixing and residence time are managed alongside reactor heat exchange. Cooling and quenching are configured to suit gas characteristics.
Acidic constituents and particulate byproducts are treated through water, chemical scrubbing and collection systems. Wastewater and sludge management are included in the design.
Inlet and outlet gas data are reviewed alongside power, pressure, cooling and alarms. Treatment performance and energy use are recorded over time.
Illustrative process configuration. Reaction-supporting fluids, quenching and downstream treatment are selected for each target gas.
The microwave generator, waveguide, plasma generation zone and reactor are integrated. The design aims to reduce discharge-electrode wear and replacement, while quartz components, the reactor and cooling systems still require maintenance.
Heat around the reactor is used to preheat incoming gas. Tangential entry creates swirling flow, supporting gas mixing, residence time and contact with the reaction zone.
The THC treatment concept supplies steam to the plasma reaction zone to utilize reactive species such as OH radicals. Steam input, power and reaction conditions are adjusted for gas type and load.
Heat recovery and electric power control are combined to improve energy utilization. For standby and backup systems, startup characteristics are considered when evaluating ways to reduce idle operating requirements.
| Application area | Treatment approach | Key design & evaluation factors |
|---|---|---|
| THC·VOCs Organic exhaust gases | MW plasma combined with steam-assisted reactions, heat recovery and downstream treatment | Inlet concentration changes, flow, mixing, residence time, residual organics and byproducts |
| NF₃ / SF₆ and others Fluorinated process gases | Gas-specific power and reaction settings, with downstream capture of acidic constituents | Gas-specific destruction efficiency, corrosive byproducts, downstream loading and material compatibility |
| CF₄ and others Hard-to-decompose gases | Integrated assessment of reaction settings, supporting fluids, residence time, quenching and downstream treatment | Performance at actual treatment flow, energy per unit throughput and reaction stability |
| Particles & acidic byproducts Downstream treatment | Wet scrubbing, capture and particle collection configured for the gas-treatment system | Outlet concentration, pressure drop, scrubbing water, wastewater, sludge and serviceability |
THC and fluorinated gases require different operating conditions. Equipment configuration and treatment settings are defined for each target gas.
| Technology | Basic configuration | Operating considerations |
|---|---|---|
| Burn-Wet | High-temperature fuel combustion followed by wet treatment | Fuel and air supply, preheating, standby operation, combustion emissions and downstream load |
| DC plasma | Plasma generated by a direct-current arc | Electrode wear and replacement, arc stability, cooling and maintenance |
| RF plasma | Plasma generated by a radio-frequency electromagnetic field | Matching systems, coil and dielectric structures, pressure changes and deposition control |
| MW plasma | Electrodeless plasma generated using microwaves | Reflected power, quartz and reactor durability, gas-specific tuning and long-term operation |
Technology selection depends on gas type, flow and site conditions. Destruction efficiency is assessed alongside energy, byproducts, availability and maintenance costs.
Gas flow, concentration and process status inform power adjustments within an approved operating range. The objective is to manage energy in response to changing loads rather than relying solely on fixed output.
The proposed configuration monitors cooling water, exhaust pressure, power, gas supply and reflected power. Alarms, safe shutdown procedures and event records are linked to abnormal conditions.
Quartz components, the reactor, cooling systems, scrubbers and piping are inspected. Spare-parts plans and replacement procedures consider site access and maintenance needs.
Electricity, fuel, water, consumables, wastewater, maintenance and downtime are assessed together. Carbon impacts of electrification include electricity use and grid emission factors as well as fuel savings.
Target gases, normal and peak flows, concentration changes, exhaust pressure and available space are reviewed. Reactor configuration, downstream systems and instrumentation are defined around electricity, cooling and scrubbing-water requirements.
After installation and interlock checks, gas-specific treatment, power use, byproducts and operating stability are evaluated. Inspection, training and spare-parts arrangements support decisions on broader application.
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Technical basis: supplied PETRA MW system business plan and scrubber technology comparison materials. This overview describes system concepts and application directions; supply specifications are defined for each project.
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Conceptual process adapted for this website from the business plan and HMPG process documentation.
Electricity-based heating and plasma generation are applied as process energy sources for resource-recovery pyrolysis and industrial gas-treatment reactions.
Reforming, particle collection and purification are configured for feedstock and gas composition. Hydrogen recovery considers PSA purification; exhaust treatment uses gas-specific downstream systems.
Heat recovery and load-based control are connected to manage energy use. Power, gas and alarm data support operating-condition adjustments.
Feedstock characteristics, material balances, power use, gas analysis and product analysis establish the operating basis.
Operating stability and maintainability are evaluated, alongside sample assessments with hydrogen and carbon-material customers.
Validated processes support modular expansion and site deployment, with operations and maintenance arrangements developed in parallel.
Resource recovery focuses on recovering the carbon and hydrogen in waste tires as products. Pyrolysis, reforming and purification are used to assess hydrogen and carbon-material value, while energy use and emissions management are considered together.
The business direction prioritizes validation of hydrogen and recovered carbon black. Graphene and synthetic graphite are expansion areas requiring further purification, processing, quality analysis and customer qualification. Product grades and applications depend on feedstock and process conditions.
We seek collaboration with waste tire suppliers, hydrogen and carbon-material buyers, pilot-site operators, accredited testing organizations, industrial exhaust-treatment customers and strategic investment partners.
We evaluate THC / VOC exhaust and semiconductor process-gas applications. Reactors and downstream systems are configured for target gas composition, flow, concentration and site utilities.
From feedstock supply and product demand to equipment and strategic partnerships.
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