The Fire prevention systems division - Nitrogen generators
The Fire prevention systems division (Nitrogen generators) was formed in February 2008 with the acquisition of ETech Process AS. ETech was established in Kristiansand, Norway in 1993. The company's emphasis is on in-house development of products based on environmental technology. Through the years, the company has developed a range of process products and systems, mainly within water and air/gas separation.
ETech Process holds numerous references within marine and offshore installations, both internationally and within the Norwegian continental shelf of the North Sea. The first nitrogen generator unit was delivered in year 2000 to ExxonMobil. Subsequently the company has moved into the maritime ship building industry, with the supply of nitrogen generators, based on membrane technology. For maritime references ETech has been a major supplier worldwide with the new ENG series.
In 2003, ETech through its experience and know-how, advanced further within the nitrogen generation field by developing a new concept with patented solutions. The result was an all-in-one type, with feed air compressor and nitrogen generator integrated into the same unit. Since then, new types have been developed for the international maritime market. The ENG-series provides a lot of advantages in terms of performance and size in addition to compact design and easy installation. Furthermore, the customers benefit from the co-operative worldwide service and support network.