KBR Launches KCap Carbon Capture Technology
KBR, Inc. has introduced KCap℠, a new generation solution for carbon dioxide capture. The technology aims to significantly reduce capital expenditures and the physical footprint of capture facilities.
KBR, Inc. announced in February 2024 the launch of KCap℠, its next-generation decarbonization solution. The company states that the new process technology significantly reduces both capital costs and space requirements, aiding clients in their transition to lower carbon emissions.
The KCap technology was developed in alliance with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL) of India. It utilizes HPCL's patented Rotating Packed Bed (RPB) technology for CO2 capture. This method substantially enhances the mass transfer between CO2 gas and liquid solvents, allowing for a considerable reduction in equipment size.
KBR reports that KCap not only lowers capital expenditures but also offers clients substantial savings in vertical plot space, as equipment size can be reduced up to tenfold.
Doug Kelly, KBR President, Technology, commented that KCap enhances KBR's decarbonization offerings by enabling customers to reduce their carbon footprint more cost-effectively. He highlighted that KBR's differentiated processes are integral to supporting the energy transition, and KCap leverages the company's extensive experience in process plants and CO2 infrastructure.