Chlor-Alkali Electrolysis

As a provider of all three market-leading technologies for Chlor-Alkali electrolysis, we deliver tailored solutions for maximum efficiency, safety, and reliability. Acting as a true integrated systems provider, we cover the entire value chain – from technology selection and engineering to comprehensive lifecycle services. Everything you need, from a single source.

bipolar membrane chlor alkali plant

World-leading electrolysis technologies

1.5 GW/yr

supply chain established

>10 GW

of capacity installed

>3 GW

contracted capacity

Best In Class In Chlor-Alkali Electrolysis

With more than 600 electrochemical projects planned and implemented worldwide – including over 40 turnkey EPC projects – thyssenkrupp nucera combines unrivaled technology expertise with six decades of project execution experience. From small-scale units to some of the world’s largest Chlor-Alkali plants with capacities of more than 1,000,000mt/year of NaOH, we deliver proven performance at scale.

 

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The Right Technology For Your Chlor-Alkali Plant

Discover the full portfolio of all three market-leading Chlor-Alkali technologies – Bipolar ion-exchange membrane process electrolyzer as filter press technology (BiTAC) or as single element technology (BM), as well as Oxygen-depolarized cathode electrolysis technology (ODC).

Bipolar Membrane – Single Element Technology (BM)

The BM2.7 single-element series has been setting standards in Chlor-Alkali electrolysis for nearly 30 years. With its innovative zero-gap design, the well proven BM2.7 v6 generation delivers highly competitive power efficiency. Combining proven single-element reliability with enhanced efficiency and extended membrane life, BM is trusted worldwide for long membrane life and low energy consumption – the next-generation electrolyzer BM2.7 v7 achieves power consumption of less than 1,960 kWh per ton of NaOH at 6 kA/m². 

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Bipolar Ion-exchange Membrane Process Electrolyzer – Filterpress Technology (BiTAC) 

The BiTAC family is proven worldwide and sets global benchmarks in energy efficiency for Chlor-Alkali electrolysis. Building on more than 30 years of filter press expertise, each BiTAC generation has pushed power consumption to new record lows – the next-gen electrolyzer e-BiTAC v7 achieves power consumption of less than 1,960 kWh per ton of NaOH at 6 kA/m². 

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Oxygen-depolarized Cathode Process Electrolyzer (NaCl-ODC) 

Developed in cooperation with Covestro, NaCl-ODC technology represents a quantum leap in sustainable Chlor-Alkali electrolysis. By introducing oxygen into the cathode compartment, cell voltage is reduced – cutting energy use by up to 25%. NaCl-ODC offers a reliable, future-ready solution for lowering costs and CO₂ emissions. 

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Two Solutions For Your Plant Execution

Several innovations in our plant and project concepts are specifically designed to make chlorine and caustic soda production more cost-efficient, space-saving, and easy to operate – from large-scale facilities to small-capacity plants. We offer two specific solutions as example  execution: 

Compact Cell-House Design 

This largely standardized design is optimized to deliver low total investment costs, minimize space requirements and ensure easy maintenance. The cell house has no pits and the catholyte system is an integrated part of the design. 

Skid-Mounted Technology 

Skid-mounted chlorine plants have a capacity of 5,000 or 15,000 mt/a of Cland consist of standardized, pre-assembled modules in steel skids. Benefits: Lower cost, fewer civil and erection works on site and much faster project schedule than conventional plants.  

Our Global Chlor-Alkali Reference Projects

Our customers rely on us for state-of-the-art products engineered to the highest quality standards, always balancing economic, ecological, and safety considerations. This expertise is built on long-term collaboration with leading industrial partners and customers across the globe.

Asia Pacific
TGV SRAAC

TGV SRAAC

 

Kurnool

India

 



 

 

Europe
Covestro

Covestro

 

Tarragona

Spain



 

 

Middle East
Adnoc (Taziz)

Adnoc (Taziz)

 

Abu Dhabi, UAE

 



 

 

North America
OxyChem

OxyChem

 

La Porte

Texas

US



 

 

Worldwide Service – Everything from a Single Source

Beyond world-leading technologies, we ensure maximum availability and efficiency for your Chlor-Alkali plants with a comprehensive global service portfolio. From digital plant monitoring and remote diagnostics to certified spare parts, upgrades, and full-service packages – we are your long-term partner for safe, reliable, and cost-efficient operation.

 

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