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Anonymous (CMC) Which companies are currently developing a one step process to create create fumed silica from quartz using plasma?
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HPQ Silicon and PyroGenesis Canada Inc. are collaborating to develop an innovative, environmentally friendly process to manufacture fumed silica using plasma technology. This new process is aimed at transforming silica (quartz, SiO2) into fumed silica (Pyrogenic Silica) in a single step, leveraging PyroGenesis' expertise in plasma technology. The process is part of their PUREVAP™ “Quartz Reduction Reactors” (QRR) project, which aims to transform quartz into high purity silicon with reduced costs, energy input, and carbon footprint.
PyroGenesis Canada Inc. is known for its leadership in the design, development, manufacture, and commercialization of advanced plasma processes and products. They provide their engineering and manufacturing expertise across various industries, including defense, metallurgical, mining, advanced materials, and environmental sectors.
HPQ Silicon Resources Inc., based in Quebec, is focused on offering innovative silica and silicon-based solutions. They are developing a portfolio of high-value silicon products targeted at battery and electric vehicle manufacturers. The collaboration between HPQ Silicon and PyroGenesis represents a significant step in the green deployment of plasma technologies and aligns well with environmental initiatives worldwide.
This collaboration is notable for its potential to revolutionize the manufacturing of Fumed Silica, aiming to pivot production back to North America and improve the environmental footprint of the process. The companies are working on completing the engineering, fabrication, assembly, installation, and operation of a pilot plant for this process. Additionally, HPQ POLVERE, a subsidiary of HPQ Silicon, has acquired the intellectual property rights to the Fumed Silica Reactor Process from PyroGenesis, which will be used exclusively for the production of Fumed Silica materials.
The partnership between these companies underscores the potential for innovative and sustainable industrial processes in the field of materials science, particularly in reducing the environmental impact of manufacturing key industrial materials.
I asked it further if there are any other companies developing single step processes for fumed silica and this was the reply... basically no other company is doing this.
PyroGenesis Canada Inc. is actively developing a process to produce fumed silica from quartz in a single, environmentally friendly step. This process, known as the Fumed Silica Reactor (FSR), utilizes plasma technology to convert quartz into fumed silica, also referred to as Pyrogenic Silica. The FSR approach is notable for its elimination of harmful chemicals typically used in conventional fumed silica production methods, significantly reducing the carbon footprint and environmental impact of the process.
A third-party laboratory at McGill University has validated the commercial quality of the fumed silica produced using the FSR technology, confirming its hydrophilic nature, high surface area, and thickening efficiency characteristics. These features are essential for the material's commercial applications. The FSR technology is also expected to offer substantial benefits in terms of energy efficiency and reduced environmental impact compared to conventional processes. Theoretical estimates suggest a notable reduction in energy consumption, ranging from 87.5% to 90%, and CO2 emissions reductions of 84% to 88%, compared to traditional methods.
PyroGenesis' involvement in developing high-purity silicon and fumed silica from quartz is part of their broader commitment to providing sustainable solutions that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and environmental pollutants. They aim to contribute to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future, with the FSR project playing a significant role in this endeavor.
The development of the FSR is a major step towards commercial-scale production, with PyroGenesis scheduled to start operations of a pilot plant in the second quarter of 2024. This project aligns with global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and represents an innovative approach to meeting the increasing market demand for fumed silica in a sustainable manner.