ION Clean Energy (ION) has introduced ICE Blocks™, a new line of modular carbon capture units designed to make smaller-scale post-combustion capture both cost-effective and widely deployable. The offering expands ION’s portfolio beyond its large-scale systems to address smaller emission sources.
ICE Blocks™ are self-contained, fully modular units that include the carbon capture island, flue gas ducting, CO2 compression and dehydration, and solvent and maintenance tanks. Customers can customize the units by adding optional modules for different functions, making them flexible for various plant sizes and configurations.
CEO Tim Vail said, “Leveraging the high performance of our ICE-31™ solvent, we have created a truly innovative, modular capture solution that is available today.” He emphasized that ICE Blocks™ provide a proven, cost-effective, holistic solution package for smaller scale point sources that can be deployed quickly and safely to anywhere that has road access.
To develop these units efficiently, ION partnered with Texas-based Modular Plant Solutions (MPS). MPS led the engineering and design process, bringing extensive experience in modularization. The units will be available in multiple sizes to meet diverse customer needs. Ben Gurtler, COO of ION, commented, “Selecting MPS was a strategic decision. Their expertise in modular design ensures we can produce high-quality units efficiently.” He added, “This partnership will help us meet the rising global demand for carbon capture solutions and enable faster deployment at various sites.”
MPS will utilize its modularization systems to scale up production. The design allows for easy shipping by truck, rail, or container ship. Russell Hillenburg, President of MPS, said, “Our modular approach makes it easier to deliver ICE Blocks™ worldwide.” He emphasized, “We are dedicated to advancing carbon capture technology and supporting ION’s mission to reduce global greenhouse gases.”