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· Fluid/Gas Treatment and Control Market to Grow to $403 Billion in 2017
· Impressive Plenary Keynote Panel at EUEC Next Week
Fluid/Gas Treatment and Control Market to Grow to $403 Billion in 2017
The market for equipment, services and chemicals used in treating and controlling liquids, indoor air, stack gases and process fluids will grow from $381 billion in 2012 to $403 billion in 2017. This is the latest forecast in the McIlvaine online report: Fluid/Gas Treatment and Control Markets (www.mcilvainecompany.com).
The market will grow at the rate of GDP plus 2 percent, so while GDP in NAFTA will be just under 3 percent per annum, the growth in the fluid/gas market will be close to 5 percent.
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Gross Domestic Product ($ Millions) |
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2012 |
2017 |
CAGR |
Fluid/Gas Treatment CAGR |
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NAFTA |
17,942,511 |
20,722,381 |
2.92 |
4.92 |
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South & Central America |
3,860,401 |
4,856,354 |
4.70 |
6.70 |
|
Western Europe |
18,776,753 |
20,728,592 |
2.00 |
4.00 |
|
Eastern Europe |
1,591,201 |
1,879,285 |
3.38 |
5.38 |
|
CIS |
2,439,795 |
2,984,320 |
4.11 |
6.11 |
|
Africa |
1,919,315 |
2,475,267 |
5.22 |
7.22 |
|
Middle East |
3,639,885 |
4,476,352 |
4.22 |
6.22 |
|
East Asia |
15,775,874 |
21,020,404 |
5.91 |
7.91 |
|
West Asia |
2,070,368 |
3,089,990 |
8.34 |
10.34 |
|
TOTAL WORLD |
68,016,102 |
82,232,944 |
3.87 |
5.87 |
West Asia will see the largest percentage growth. East Asia will account for the bulk of the revenue increases. This is due to the construction of power, water, wastewater and other basic industrial plants.
The reasons that this market will grow at a faster rate than GDP are:
· Increasing recognition of the scarcity of clean water for human consumption
· More affluent populace who is capable and willing to clean up the wastewater to minimize health threats and maximize recreational enjoyment
· Recognition of the necessity of removing fine particulate, heavy metals and acid gases from industrial stack discharges
· Product and personnel requirements for clean in-plant air
· Recognition of the value in better purifying residential and commercial air space.
· Growth of clean space including semiconductors, biopharmaceuticals and other high tech industries
· Increased investment in air and liquid purification by the healthcare industry.
For more information on: Fluid/Gas Treatment and Control: World Markets, click on:
http://home.mcilvainecompany.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=71
Calgon Carbon Has New Activated Carbon Product
Calgon Carbon Corporation has launched an advanced FLUEPAC® line of products to control an increasing environmental concern, mercury emissions in the coal-fired electric power generation market. These products have the ability to reduce carbon injection rates by 50 to 70 percent below that of standard products, while exceeding the mercury removal requirements recently established by the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS).
The most versatile and advanced of the products, FLUEPAC® ST is designed to greatly reduce the negative impact of sulfur trioxide (SO3) on standard carbon performance. FLUEPAC® ST can deliver 90 percent mercury capture in SO3 concentrations up to 15 parts per million (ppm) at injection rates less than 10 pounds per million actual cubic feet of flue gas (lbs/MMACF).
Additional benefits of the advanced FLUEPAC® line include a decrease in the particulate load on electrostatic precipitators (ESPs) and baghouses, which minimizes the risk of exceeding particulate emission limits, and a reduction in the amount of activated carbon in the fly ash, which increases its potential value for use in concrete production and reduces ash disposal costs.
Impressive Plenary Keynote Panel at EUEC Next Week
There are lots of regulatory issues facing the power industry. These issues will be discussed by the following panel:
· Mark Brownstein, Chief Counsel, Environmental Defense Fund
The three day program from January 30 to February 1 will cover lots of subjects with more than 600 speakers. Here are the major subject areas:
A. Clean Air Mercury Rule
B. Mercury & HAPs Monitoring
C. Mercury & Air Toxics Control
D. Energy & Climate
E. Wind, Solar, & EV
F. CCS & Carbon Management
G. GHG Strategies
H. Biofuels & Biomass
I. Sustainability
J. Energy Efficiency
K. Renewable Energy
L. Operations & Management
McIlvaine will be offering its stand as a networking center for those interested in discussing any of the issues. Ross Ardell, Bob McIlvaine and Marilyn McIlvaine will be there to answer your questions and connect you with others at the conference. See www.euec.com
Eco Power Will Talk About Ozone Generators to Reduce NOx at EUEC
The Eco Power concept is to use ozone generators to convert NOx to soluble NO2. A condensing heat exchanger and some sprays provide the liquid to absorb the NO2. The recovered heat can be used any place where you need to heat something to less than 150oF. So power plants should consider co-locating plants that can use low pressure steam. Here is one option:
Why Not Raise Fish at Power Plants Around the World?
Low pressure steam from power plants can be used to control the temperature of water at a new kind of fish farm. Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) are used to raise fish in a very compact space. With temperature, contaminant and oxygen control, these tanks far outperform ponds. One combined cycle power plant is already supplying steam for this purpose. So, with this as an example, let us cogitate on how this concept can be leveraged.
The world’s wild fish production is plummeting. Ponds, pens and RAS are becoming the main sources of fish. RAS is presently a small portion of the total. With low cost energy, RAS could be a big winner. The market potential is there. What are the negatives?
The biggest negative could be space. But there are innovative potential ways around this. A few years ago Kiewit introduced an entire FGD system in a concrete grain silo. This silo housed a very large FGD system with tanks and fans. The silo was 80 ft in diameter and 400 ft high, so why not take this concept and build stacked tanks 400 ft high.
There is no easier way to reduce greenhouse gases than to utilize the heat going out with the cooling tower steam plume. Thus, this should be an option which receives serious attention.
Here are the Headlines for the January 20, 2012 – Utility E-Alert
UTILITY E-ALERT
#1058 – January 20, 2012
Table of Contents
COAL – US
§ Duke Energy to Retire More Than 1,600 MW of Coal-fired Capacity
§ Brand New Coal-fired Power Plant is Idled by the Economy
COAL – WORLD
GAS / OIL – US
GAS / OIL – WORLD
§ Construction of China Huaneng's Jinling Gas-fired Cogeneration Power Project Begins in Nanjing
§ ZA Tarnow (Poland) to Build Gas-fired Power Plant
BIOMASS
NUCLEAR
BUSINESS
§ Fuel Tech Awarded Air Pollution Control Orders Totaling $2.2 Million
HOT TOPIC HOUR
For more information on the Utility Environmental Upgrade Tracking System, click on: http://www.mcilvainecompany.com/brochures/energy.html#42ei.
Steady Improvement in Solar Products
Solar products for commercial and residential use are continually evolving. The following articles from a recent McIlvaine Renewable Energy Update demonstrate the improvements that are being made in appearance, installation and safety.
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With a commitment to “reinvent the roof” for the 21st century, The Dow Chemical company announced it would bring the DOW Powerhouse™ Solar Shingle to U.S. markets in October, starting in Colorado and rolling into targeted states through 2012.
The Powerhouse™ Solar Shingle is a revolutionary new roofing product that combines the performance and protection of a conventional asphalt roof with an integrated PV system that powers the home. It is designed to install, look and function in a way that has never been done before.
The DOW Powerhouse™ Solar Shingle protects the home like a standard roofing shingle while providing energy that saves the homeowner money. Behind a strong brand reputation and warranty, Dow is transforming the residential market by making a solar installation as easy as installing an asphalt rooftop – all while maintaining the home’s attractiveness.
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Responding to consumer demand for solar modules that match home exteriors, Dunmore has developed a black back sheet that blends into residential roofs capes while delivering top performance and durability.
Dunmore Black FPE (fluorinated polyester) film is a PV back sheet consisting of a polyester core finished with a fluorinated layer that combines durability with high-performance physical, optical and electrical properties. With solar becoming a mass market, Dunmore developed Black FPE to meet consumers’ desire for solar modules to enhance aesthetics while providing an alternative energy source. The modules with Black FPE resemble skylights, improving the look of the home.
Dunmore FPE products improve solar module efficiency by incorporating a high-gloss surface that increases solar reflectance. With superior bond strength for all layers of the laminate, Dunmore FPE provides excellent stability under damp heat and freeze-thaw conditions for long-term durability.
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Hanwha SolarOne Co., Ltd., a global, end-to-end solar systems manufacturer, announced it will license module mounting and grounding technology from Zep Solar™, Inc., of San Rafael, CA. Zep Solar manufactures the industry’s first drop-in, rail-free solar PV installation system. The patented system includes the Zep Groove™ feature, which is integrated directly into the module frame, and mounting and grounding hardware that connects to the groove, reducing balance of system costs for a quicker, easier and safer installation process.
By offering a system solution that addresses design, mounting, grounding, aesthetics, and wire management, Zep Solar offers a comprehensive platform for PV system installation. In addition to partnering with high quality PV manufacturers like Hanwha SolarOne, Zep Solar also partners with balance of system manufacturers to offer customers a wide range of product options including module-level electronics that connect directly to the Zep Groove.
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To reduce installation time and number of components, Simrit debuted a theft-proof solar retaining clip for use with frameless photovoltaic thin-film, modules. The innovative design provides for faster and easier assembly, while also reducing damage typically incurred by movement, installation or environmental conditions.
The state-of-the-art structure ensures homogeneous surface pressure, combined with tolerance-compensating silicone layers, to reduce module damage caused by movement. This results in an overall balance of systems (BOS) cost reduction due to the longer service life of the frame, as well as reduced warranty costs and labor savings.
Simrit’s new solar retaining clip requires no mounting hardware and only two essential parts, providing a noteworthy advantage over standard market solutions that require six parts. The ergonomic solution includes a bolt-free fastening clamp that is attached to an aluminum profile to help prevent theft, a typical challenge with solar panel installations. Additionally, the solution offers fast “two-hand” assembly, is compatible with industry standards and certifications, and doesn’t require electrical grounding.
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Unirac, Inc., a provider of infrastructure for solar power systems, announced the newest generation of its premier product for commercial installations, the ISYS Ground Mount racking system. ISYS Ground Mount (IGM) 2.0 is stronger, lighter and installs more quickly than its predecessor. Engineered to accommodate virtually every foundation option, IGM 2.0 easily adapts to any project site by allowing customers to select the most cost-effective foundation system for their specific project site.
This improved version of IGM is constructed of roll formed C-channel beams rather than the roll formed and toggle-locked I-beams used for the earlier version of IGM. This design cuts down on material use while maintaining the same structural integrity for which Unirac is justly renowned. Manufacturing time is slashed by as much as 50 percent through the use of C-channel beams, drastically reducing project ramp-up time. The new beams can also be stacked interlocked, saving valuable space and allowing more beams to be transported on fewer trucks. On a typical 1 MW project, the shipping weight of the new IGM rails can be reduced by as much as 14 percent over the earlier design.
The Unirac ISYS Ground Mount 2.0 allows for the pre-assembly of module columns prior to installation, or parallel installation of foundations and racking simultaneously. Contractors can build the subassembly or grade land while assembling all modules to Unirac’s rails in controlled environments. These options offer a shorter project turnaround time and reduce field labor, saving customers money and allowing for faster return on investment.
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AMtec Solar announced the release of their new line of Solar Combiner Boxes with Disconnecting DC Contactor and their exclusive Remote Solar Combiner Disconnect Control Panel. This new combination gives service and emergency personnel push-button control to open or close string level outputs at either the combiner box or up to 1,500 feet away at the control panel which may be placed in the building’s utility room. The ability to disconnect the solar combiner boxes from a distant location adds a previously unavailable level of safety for emergency responders.
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