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Mechanical engineers discuss a Power-to-X application.

What is the significance of the VDMA network “Power-to-X for Applications” for mechanical & plant engineering?

Björn Bofinger May 25, 2022

This year marks the 130th anniversary of the Mechanical Engineering Industry Association (VDMA). A one-of-a-kind group uniting the mechanical engineering industry. In celebration, we talked to a dear colleague and member of the VDMA network “Power-to-X for Applications”, Björn Bofinger.

Get ready to be surprised by the enthralling insights he shared. If you don’t know much about the VDMA network “Power-to-X for Applications”, this is your intro! Now, let’s find out how the network supports the mechanical and plant engineering industry in meeting today’s and tomorrow’s challenges when it comes to power-to-X applications.

New chemical plant complies with the stricter TA-Luft amendment in the field of valves

Stefan Heine May 11, 2022

The amended Technical Instructions on Air Quality Control (TA-Luft) regulation came into effect on December 1, 2021. The updated regulation specifies stricter new limits for fugitive emissions from chemical plants. This is a tough challenge for the chemical industry.
In my article, I describe a case study of the challenge engineers faced in selecting compliant valves when building a new chemical plant in Germany.

Hydrogen molecules with EU stars stand for interview with Dr- Kantz regarding European Hydrogen Union.

Future importance of Hydrogen & Power-to-X in industrial applications at the EU level

Björn Bofinger April 27, 2022

Welcome to today’s interview! It features an insightful conversation I had with Dr. Carola Kantz, deputy managing director and a valuable member of the VDMA “Power-to-X for Applications,” on the future importance of hydrogen and Power-to-X (P2X) in industrial applications at the EU level.

The topic breaks down into four chapters and touches the core areas of interest with explicit description: (1) Hydrogen in the context of Power-to-X; (2) Legislations for climate protection; (3) Building a hydrogen economy; (4) Involvement of the mechanical & plant engineering sector.

Sustainable icon with chemical plant complies with TA-Luft amendment.

TA-Luft amendment – What will change for you as a plant planner and plant operator in the area of valves

Markus Häffner April 13, 2022

The Technical Instructions on Air Quality Control or TA-Luft governing Germany’s industrial plants were recently updated. The goal of the TA-Luft is to reduce emissions and improve air quality.

In this article I will give you an overview of the TA-Luft amendment and explain the specificities and requirements applicable to industrial valves. Furthermore, I analyze the changes to the old TA-Luft to identify challenges and solutions.

Plant operators and plant planners can’t miss out on this info to run compliant facilities.

NG plant with measuring lines shows reliable and accurate sampling system for LNG applications.

Reliable and accurate sampling system for natural gas applications

Melvin Tan March 11, 2022

My previous article in this series explained what are the main issues in obtaining a representative sample in NG applications.

This case study demonstrates a reliable sampling solution currently used by plant operators. It helps plant operators to obtain representative samples.

Infographic of power-to-gas with headline "power-to-x solutions".

What are Power-to-X solutions?

Björn Bofinger March 2, 2022

This article provides an overview of the various Power-to-X solutions. It explains what is Power-to-X, why it is important for decarbonization and how it can be used for efficient utilization of variable energy sources. The various energy carriers that can be used to store renewable energy for later use, or for easier transportation, are summarized. The benefits and challenges of Power-to-X are discussed and examples of various solutions being implemented around the globe are presented.

AS-SCHNEIDER INSIGHTS

What is the significance of the VDMA network “Power-to-X for Applications” for mechanical & plant engineering?

New chemical plant complies with the stricter TA-Luft amendment in the field of valves

Future importance of Hydrogen & Power-to-X in industrial applications at the EU level

TA-Luft amendment – What will change for you as a plant planner and plant operator in the area of valves

Reliable and accurate sampling system for natural gas applications

What are Power-to-X solutions?

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