PureSOx
As the marine industry evolves, there are still good reasons to choose a SOx scrubber. Alfa Laval PureSOx offers economical fuel sul¬phur compliance, both with global limits and with those in the expanding number of Emission Control Areas (ECAs). Effective in open-loop or closed-loop scrubbing, PureSOx can be delivered as a hybrid scrubber system with both open-loop and closed-loop modes. Just as importantly, it comes with Alfa Laval’s long experience and global service backing.
Alfa Laval is your partner in SOx compliance
- Over 100 years of marine industry experience – including over 50 years of marine scrubber experience
- Proven removal of SOx (>98%) and particulate matter through exhaust gas cleaning
- Hundreds of marine scrubbers in proven SOx compliance worldwide
- A truly global network for scrubber service and support, offering scrubber spare parts, scrubber training, scrubber maintenance and more
- Opportunities for continuous scrubber optimization
Since the first PureSOx scrubber system went to sea in 2009, Alfa Laval has kept vessels in fuel sulphur compliance and SOx scrubbers working at their best. Besides having lower fuel costs, PureSOx owners benefit from Alfa Laval’s long experience, high production quality and deep scrubber knowledge.
PureSOx scrubber systems are compact and handle multiple exhaust gas sources. They are available in open-loop, closed-loop or hybrid scrubber configurations, with Alfa Laval’s leading water treatment technology to support closed-loop operation. Installed smoothly on hundreds of vessels, all PureSOx systems are in compliance today. Consequently, their owners continue to trust Alfa Laval for regular service and ongoing optimization.
Services
Securing compliance with care
Alfa Laval Marine Service is available globally 24/7, and our portfolio contains a wide range of services to secure SOx scrubber performance. By taking advantage of preventive maintenance, continuous optimization and more, you can rely on your PureSOx system for cost-effective compliance throughout your vessel’s lifetime. More than 80% of PureSOx customers choose to combine our services in an Alfa Laval Service Agreement, which provides peace of mind at a fixed, budgeted cost.
Scrubber service examples
Spare parts
PureSOx spare parts can be shipped anywhere within 24 hours, and we can even arrange tailored stocks.
Energy Reduction Mode
Save with a PureSOx upgrade that fine-tunes water flow in open loop and cuts energy use by up to 25%.
Condition Audit
Safeguard compliance and reduce the risk of unscheduled downtime by letting us identify potential issues – along with opportunities for optimization and upgrades.
Dry Dock Kits
Use your time in dry dock to increase PureSOx lifetime and efficiency with a tailored overhaul kit prepared as part of a Condition Audit.
PureSOx Exchange Programme
Simplify proof of compliance by swapping in pre-calibrated PAH and turbidity sensors when the time is due.
PureSOx Connect
Save time and improve operations with our PureSOx Connect range of data-driven services.
Training
Optimize scrubber performance and lower cost of ownership by increasing crew skills in maintenance and troubleshooting.
Why use a scrubber to meet SOx regulations?
Fuel prices are unpredictable, but high-sulphur fuel is consistently less expensive than low-sulphur options. With a PureSOx scrubber, you can leverage the price difference while reducing SOx emissions to the equivalent of low-sulphur fuel. You get lasting fuel economy – and a rapid return on your SOx scrubber investment.
Installing an Alfa Laval PureSOx scrubber system
It takes experience and expertise to get a SOx scrubber system on board, especially in a retrofit. Alfa Laval has delivered hundreds of PureSOx systems, and more than half have been retrofit projects. Our advance planning and proximity to major shipyards, along with prefabricated components and modules, simplify the process.
Over the years, we have developed strong project management routines and procedures. These ensure that design, installation, commissioning and class approval all go smoothly. We take responsibility and work closely with you, the shipyard and any engineering company to ensure success.
Technology
Open-loop, closed-loop or hybrid scrubbing?
Open-loop scrubbers, which discharge the scrubber water directly, are a common choice due to their lower CAPEX and OPEX. However, low water alkalinity or local bans on open-loop scrubbing can limit their use. Closed-loop scrubbers recirculate the scrubber water and discharge only a small amount of cleaned bleed-off water, which enables more widespread compliance. But the smartest choice is often a hybrid scrubber, which provides future-proof economy through open-loop and closed-loop modes. All three configurations are possible with PureSOx.
Contact us
Talk to us about PureSOx and SOx compliance
Alfa Laval Nijmegen BV
Kerkenbos 1016
6546 BA Nijmegen
The Netherlands