SECTION 11.0
Technology Selection
Comparative evaluation of three key technology licensors — MECS, NIUIF, and Chemetics — with detailed process parameters, consumption rates, and environmental performance data.
Select Technology Licensor
Technology License & Know-How
₹27.00 Cr
Proprietary Items Cost
NIL
Impact on Total EPC
No Additional Cost
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11.1 Key Technology Licensors
MECS (DuPont)
USAPros
Cons
NIUIF
RussiaPros
Cons
Chemetics
CanadaPros
Cons
11.2 NIUIF vs MECS — Detailed Comparison
| Parameter | NIUIF | MECS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity (TPD) | up to 1,500 | up to 1,500 | Equal |
| Flowsheet | DC-DA | DC-DA | Equal |
| Converter Beds | 5 | 4–5 | Equal |
| SO₂ Inlet Concentration | 11.5–12.0% | 11.5–12.0% | Equal |
| Total Conversion Rate | 99.82–99.86% | 99.82–99.86% | Equal |
| Dried Air Moisture | max 0.01% | max 0.01% | Equal |
| Product Concentration | 92.5–98.0% | 92.5–98.0% | Equal |
| Sulphur Consumption | 0.328 t/t | 0.328 t/t | Equal |
11.3 Performance Guarantees
| Parameter | Guaranteed Value | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Plant Capacity | 3,000 MTPD of 98% H₂SO₄ | 72-hour continuous run |
| SO₂ Conversion | > 99.86% (benchmark) | Orsat analysis / online analyzer |
| Stack SO₂ Emission | < 0.5 kg/ton H₂SO₄ | Stack emission monitoring |
| Acid Mist Emission | < 30 mg/Nm³ | Isokinetic sampling |
| HP Steam Generation | > 1.2 T steam / T acid | Steam flow measurement |
| Sulphur Consumption | < 0.34 T sulphur / T acid | Weigh bridge / flow meter |
| Power Consumption | < 45 kWh/T acid (excl. TG) | Energy meter |
11.4 Simon India — Technology Coordination
Evaluated by Multiple Licensors
Simon India Engineering has been evaluated by Ballestra, Chemetics, and NIUIF and is in the process of licensing engagements. This positions SIL to work with whichever technology licensor PPL selects, ensuring seamless EPC execution regardless of the technology choice.