Oxygen plant is nothing but a facility that uses techniques like PSA (Pressure Swing Adsorption) or cryogenic distillation to provide industrial or medical-grade oxygen.
Typically it is used in utilised in welding, steelmaking, manufacturing, hospitals, and other fields.
How Industrial Oxygen Plant Works ? –
Two primary technologies are employed in the industrial production of oxygen:
1. Plant for Cryogenic Distillation –
2. PSA Oxygen Plant –
PSA Oxygen Plant –
A system called a PSA (Pressure Swing Adsorption) Oxygen Generation Plant uses the PSA method to produce high-purity oxygen from ambient air. It is frequently utilised in healthcare facilities, businesses, and other locations where a self-sufficient and reasonably priced oxygen supply is required.
Medium-scale or on-site generation (up to about 500 Nm³/hour) is accomplished using the Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) oxygen plant.
Basic Procedure:
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- An adsorber based on zeolites filters ambient air.
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- Oxygen flows through while nitrogen is adsorbed.
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- In cycles, the adsorber regenerates (pressure swing).
Benefits:
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- Small and energy-efficient
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- Fast start-up
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- Perfect for small businesses and hospitals
We recommend and use PSA Oxygen Plant.
Components of Oxygen Plant –
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- Air compressor
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- Air purification unit (removes moisture, CO₂, hydrocarbons)
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- Cooling unit / Heat exchanger
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- Distillation column or PSA vessel
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- Storage tanks and cylinders
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- Control system (PLC/SCADA for automation)
Benefits of Oxygen Plant for Industries –
Installing an oxygen plant provides several strategic, operational, and economic benefits for industries.
Here’s a breakdown of the key advantages:
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- Cost Efficiency
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- Continuous Supply of Oxygen
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- Possibility of custom purity levels
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- Process Efficiency
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- Environment Friendliness
Now considering all above factors, it is evident that oxygen plant is having far more advantages for industries than typical cylinder based approach.
Airox Technologies Limited has proved market leadership in PSA/VPSA by installing and running successfully more than 1100 PSA oxygen generators in India. Airox in collaboration with AirSep Corporation, USA which the world leader in Vacuum Pressure Swing Adsorption (VPSA) & Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) technology which has 25 years of experience in the design and manufacture of onsite PSA/VPSA Oxygen Generation Systems. Each system is custom engineered for the end-user’s specific site and process requirements.
AirSep VPSA Oxygen Systems are currently in use all over the world in remote, harsh, and/or demanding environments.
With Airox Oxygen Generators, industries can significantly reduce their dependency on traditional oxygen cylinders, ensuring an uninterrupted, on-site supply of high-purity oxygen. These systems are designed for high efficiency and low operating costs, making them an ideal solution for continuous industrial operations such as metal processing, glass manufacturing, paper and pulp industries, and more. The automation through PLC/SCADA ensures easy monitoring and minimal manual intervention, allowing industries to focus more on productivity and less on logistics.
One of the key strengths of Airox lies in its robust service network and engineering expertise. From installation to after-sales support, Airox ensures smooth operations with minimal downtime. The modular design of the plants allows for easy scalability and integration into existing setups. With over 1100 successful installations across India, Airox continues to be a preferred partner for industries seeking reliability, innovation, and long-term value in oxygen generation technology.
Additionally, through its partnership with AirSep Corporation, Airox brings world-class American engineering to Indian industries. These PSA and VPSA oxygen generation systems are field-proven and capable of operating in extreme environmental conditions. Whether you require a compact system for small-scale operations or a large-capacity VPSA system, Airox offers tailor-made solutions that align perfectly with your operational goals and environmental considerations.
