CO2 Separation Membrane

Removing carbon dioxide (CO2) from natural gas is an essential process for companies in the gas and oil production industries because it creates a quality product that is safe for use.

The Apura™ product line offers a high-performance, energy-efficient and environmentally sustainable way to improve gas purification processes for facilities of all sizes.

Raw natural gas is sour — which means it contains high levels of CO2, H2S and other impurities — and is unsuitable for sale due to safety and quality standards. Removing the CO2 through gas separation makes the gas usable for your customers and prevents injury or damage resulting from exposure to toxic chemicals.

Gas processing is also important for:

• Safety: Processing removes highly toxic chemicals, which protects both your company's employees and your end users from suffering serious harm.
• Compliance: Filtering CO2 from natural gas creates an end product that adheres to important environmental and human welfare standards for consumer requirements and pipeline design.
• Damage prevention: Impurities like CO2 cause pipelines to become corroded, which can lead to serious issues like leaks, cracking or pipeline rupture. Removing these impurities lessens the risk of severe damage.
• Emissions: Burning unprocessed natural gas releases greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions into the atmosphere, contributing to global warming. Processing natural gas using membranes allows you to prevent emissions from entering the atmosphere.
• Performance: Removing CO2 from natural gas optimizes its heating value and performance so customers get the highest-quality product possible.

Additionally, excess CO2 poses a risk to occupational health. Inhaling abnormally high concentrations of CO2 can have dangerous effects, such as cardiac arrhythmias, convulsions, coma and even death.

Fujifilm offers two CO2 membrane options — the Apura™ 1.5XF and the Apura™ 2.0C. The Apura™ 1.5XF is the optimal tool for applications requiring bulk carbon removal. For maximum hydrocarbon recovery, choose the Apura™ 2.0C. We also offer the Apura™-FG, a specialized fuel gas conditioning membrane for highly efficient fuel gas applications.

All Fujifilm gas separation membranes offer:

• Maximum pressure range: 83 bar (8,300 kPa)
• Maximum temperature: 60 degrees Celsius (140 degrees Fahrenheit)
• Excellent durability: High tolerance for BTX and hydrocarbons enables high stability during operation

Other product features of the Apura™ 1.5XF and 2.0C include:

• Excellent CO2, H2S and H2O removal capabilities
• Low plasticization and flux decline for high stability in extreme conditions
• Simple design that minimizes maintenance requirements
• Rapid startup and shutdown for maximum uptime
• Passive filtration capabilities for energy-efficient operation
• High production flexibility and debottlenecking capabilities for capital expenditures (CAPEX) and operating expenditures (OPEX)
• Environmentally friendly operation free of harsh chemicals and solvents
• Small footprint for operation anywhere, including remote locations

Additionally, because our gas separation membranes do not require you to use harsh chemicals, they can help you become a more environmentally sustainable organization.

Read our case study to learn more about how a prominent natural gas treatment site used Apura™ 2.0C modules to increase NGL production.

Thanks to their simple design and robust construction, Apura™ CO2 separation membranes are suitable for a variety of industrial applications, including but not limited to:

• Carbon capture: Minimize GHG emissions by using the Apura™ unit as a carbon capture membrane. This CO2 can then be redirected for other applications.
• Enhanced oil recovery (EOR): Apura™ gas separation membranes can help oil companies collect enough CO2 for gas injection operations to maximize oil yield.
• Landfill gas (LFG) upgrading: Removing CO2 is an essential step in upgrading LFG to usable biogas. Incorporating modular gas separation membranes into biogas purification can boost process efficiency and performance.
• Pipeline conditioning: New pipelines must be prepared for use through “pickling,” or conditioning. Gas separation can help prevent corrosion, rust and other issues from occurring during this process.

If you're unsure which gas filtration solution is the best choice for your application, consulting with a Fujifilm expert can help you choose.

Use Fujifilm's Apura™ membrane for carbon capture, gas sweetening, pipeline conditioning, or any other carbon removal application for your facility.

If you need additional information on which gas separation membrane technologies to use, we can help. Our expert team can provide the specialized guidance you need to choose the optimal solution for your application. Plus, comprehensive operator training and ongoing support services help your workers get the most out of your investment.

Contact us today to learn more about the full line of Apura™ gas separation products.