Global Cryogenic Engineering Leader

Liquefaction Plant Manufacturers & Factories

High-efficiency, skid-mounted cryogenic gas treatment & liquefaction plants engineered by leading CAS scientists for global energy, industrial refrigeration, and tail gas recovery systems.

78M+
Registered Capital (RMB)
50+
Skid-Mounted Units Delivered
20+
R&D Proprietary Patents
A2
Pressure Vessel License

Company Profile & Scientific Foundation

Hebei Hongke Qingneng Environmental Protection Equipment Co., Ltd. was established in June 2021 with a registered capital of 78 million yuan. Operating out of our advanced industrial base within the Sanhe Economic Development Zone in Langfang City, we have solidified our reputation as a premier designer and manufacturer of high-end energy conservation and environmental protection systems.

Our core capabilities lie at the intersection of thermal science and environmental protection engineering. We specialize in the development, fabrication, and commission of modular, skid-mounted gas purification and liquefaction facilities for natural gas, coalbed methane (CBM), and shale gas resources. In addition, we design custom pressure vessels, medical waste treatment machinery, and industrial refrigeration structures operating at extreme cryogenic temperature ranges.

Hebei Hongke Qingneng Manufacturing Facility

"By integrating advanced cryogenic engineering models with robust structural manufacturing, Hebei Hongke Qingneng bridges the gap between academic thermal research and field-proven operations. Our technologies enable operators to minimize emissions, recover flare gas, and optimize lifecycle costs."

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Pioneering Academic and Industrial Leadership

Our technologies are driven by scientists and engineers from China's top academic institutions, holding major patents in cryogenic phase transitions and thermodynamics.

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Dr. Sun Zhaohu

Founder & Chairman

Obtained his Ph.D. from the Institute of Physics and Chemistry Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS). He is a National Senior Engineer who has directed the National 863 Program, Aerospace and Military Cryogenic Projects, and the CAS Major Knowledge Innovation Program. His accolades include the Beijing Science and Technology Award (First Prize, 2016) and the Chinese Society of Refrigeration Technological Invention Award (Special Prize, 2015).

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Zou Xin, Ph.D. (Cand.)

General Manager & Senior Engineer

Senior Engineer of the Institute of Physics and Chemistry Technology, CAS. He has directed several national major science and technology special projects. Dr. Zou has published 24 domestic and international academic papers (including 11 indexed by SCI/EI), applied for 5 national patents, and holds the Silver Medal of the 19th China International Industry Expo (2017).

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Dr. Cheng Kuwei

Chief Engineer

Holds a Doctor of Engineering from the Institute of Physics and Chemistry Technology, CAS. Specializes in phase change heat transfer characteristics and flow dynamics of mixed working mediums. He developed the "Technology Development and Application of Skid-mounted Natural Gas Liquefaction Unit with Series of Specifications" which won the First Prize of Science and Technology Award of Beijing.

Macro-Industry Liquefaction Solutions: A Deep Engineering Insight

In the contemporary energy landscape, the utilization of natural gas, shale gas, and coalbed methane is shifting towards localized, modular processing. Historically, large-scale central liquefaction terminals dominated the market. However, remote and scattered gas sources—such as associated petroleum gas (APG), shale gas wells during initial flowback, and coal mine vents—require highly dynamic, portable, and responsive processing technologies. This is where skid-mounted liquefaction plants deliver substantial economic and environmental value.

Thermodynamic Process Optimization

As a leading liquefaction plant manufacturer, our engineering team optimizes two primary thermodynamic processes to match feed gas characteristics:

  • Single Mixed Refrigerant (SMR) Cycles: Ideal for small to mid-scale skid plants, utilizing a multi-component mixture of hydrocarbons (methane, ethane, propane, butane) and nitrogen. By aligning the boiling curve of the refrigerant with the cooling curve of the natural gas, SMR systems dramatically reduce thermal irreversibilities in the primary cold box.
  • Nitrogen Expansion Cycles: Highly favored for remote or offshore applications where safety is paramount. Nitrogen gas acts as a non-flammable refrigerant. While slightly less thermodynamically efficient than SMR, Nitrogen Expansion plants require shorter start-up times and operate with minimal complexity.

Integrated Tail Gas Recovery & Clean Environmental Systems

Raw gas feeds contain significant concentrations of impurities ($H_2S$, $CO_2$, water vapor, heavy hydrocarbons, and VOCs) that must be mitigated prior to cryogenic processing to prevent freezing and equipment degradation. Our facilities integrate multi-stage purification blocks including thermal swing adsorption (TSA) dehydrators, amine-based acid gas removal systems, and VOC condensation stages. Additionally, we specialize in BOG (Boil-Off Gas) helium extraction, recovery systems for natural gas exhaust, and tail gas cleanup, turning potential pollutants into commercial co-products.

Accredited Production Facilities

Technical Advantages & Code Compliance

We build to international engineering standards, holding certifications from global quality assurance associations and petrochemical operators.

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A2 Pressure Vessel License

Licensed to design and manufacture Class I, II, and III high-pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and cryogenic reactors conforming to GB150 and ASME Section VIII standards.

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Petrochemical HSE Approved

Certified under Sinopec HSSE and China Petroleum (CNPC) Health, Safety, and Environment Management standards, ensuring zero-incident structural reliability.

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Academic IP Ownership

Backing by the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) allows us to integrate patented algorithms for mixed refrigerant flow distribution and phase change heat transfer.

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Full Lifecycle Commissioning

We provide complete turnkey operations, from initial simulation and stress analysis using PV Elite, to factory testing, installation, and field optimization.

Equipment Architecture

Diverse Environmental & Gas Recovery Equipment

Our production facilities design non-standard equipment categorized under four industrial verticals:

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Environmental Protection

Centralized and mobile medical waste high-temperature steam treatment, animal tissue (residue) processors, and pet harmless treatment solutions.

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Natural Gas Processing

Skid-mounted gas liquefaction rigs, raw gas deacidification, TSA gas dehydration systems, H₂S scrubbers, and VOC separation blocks.

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Non-Standard Vessels

Custom heavy pressure vessels, chemical reactors, experimental thermodynamic benches, and shell-and-tube heat exchangers.

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Industrial Cryogenics

Ultra-low temperature refrigeration systems (-40℃ to -180℃), custom vacuum cold traps (-135℃), and pharmaceutical freeze dryers.

Project Cases & Performance Showcases

Engineering Layouts & Manufacturing Depots

Inside our advanced production plants, where cryogenic heat exchangers and gas separation vessels are structured.

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Technological Roadmap: The Cryogenic Horizon

As the international community marches toward net-zero targets, the role of liquefaction factories is evolving. We are actively moving beyond traditional LNG systems into the processing of carbon-neutral vectors and extreme deep-cold applications.

Bio-LNG and Liquid Methane Systems

By capturing biogas from agricultural waste, landfills, and anaerobic digestion complexes, we configure carbon-neutral fuel liquefaction lines. Standard biomethane contains elevated $CO_2$ volumes which must be separated down to less than 50 ppm using advanced temperature-swing adsorption membranes before liquefying. This bio-LNG serves as a heavy-duty fuel substitute, significantly dropping Scope 1 emissions.

Deep Cryogenic Carbon Capture (CCUS)

Our technical pipeline includes cryogenic carbon capture units, which cool post-combustion exhaust gas down to temperatures where $CO_2$ changes phase directly to liquid or solid, separating it cleanly from nitrogen and oxygen. This method bypasses the need for high-energy chemical amines, making it a viable alternative for heavy industry emissions abatement.

BOG Helium Separation & Recovery

Helium is a scarce, high-value element widely utilized in medical imaging and semiconductor production. In natural gas streams, helium typically concentrates in the Boil-Off Gas (BOG) phase during liquefaction. By utilizing a multi-stage cryogenic separation cycle, Hebei Hongke Qingneng plants fractionate BOG to isolate crude and pure helium gas, generating significant profit loops from existing raw gas streams.

Engineering FAQ

Frequently Asked Technical Questions

Detailed process insights for engineers, procurement directors, and plant managers assessing cryogenic liquefaction configurations.

Why choose skid-mounted modular liquefaction over custom-built permanent plants?

Skid-mounted units are entirely assembled and pressure-tested inside our factory before delivery, which cuts onsite installation timelines by over 60%. These modular configurations adapt to changing gas flow rates, permit easy relocation to other wellheads, and dramatically lower construction costs in remote oil and gas fields.

How does feed gas composition impact the design of the liquefaction plant cold box?

The concentration of heavier hydrocarbons ($C_3+$), acid gases ($CO_2$, $H_2S$), and moisture defines the pre-treatment sequence. High $CO_2$ (above 50 ppm) will freeze at cryogenic temperatures and plug the heat exchanger tubes. Our custom plant simulation models adjust the mixed refrigerant composition dynamically to ensure safe phase heat transfer without pipeline blockage.

What quality certifications do Hebei Hongke Qingneng pressure vessels hold?

We maintain an A2-level pressure vessel manufacturing license, a pressure pipeline components manufacturing license, and comply with GB/T19001-2016 quality systems. Furthermore, our plants are built in accordance with Sinopec HSSE and CNPC HSE standards, verifying that every weld, component, and stress boundary is verified under strict testing protocols.

What is the typical operational lifespan and maintenance timeline for a cryogenic cold box?

With correct gas pre-treatment to prevent hydrocarbon plugging, our core brazed aluminum plate-fin heat exchangers (cold boxes) possess a design life of 15 to 20 years. Preventive maintenance focuses on inspecting cryogenic valves, checking expander/compressor bearings, and regenerating TSA molecular sieves every 24 to 36 months.

Can VOC treatment blocks run alongside natural gas recovery lines?

Yes. Our multi-stage VOC purification blocks are designed to operate inline. They extract hydrocarbon vapors from storage tank vents or gas purification tail lines, liquidizing the VOCs via deep refrigeration. This controls emissions compliance while recovering valuable natural gas liquids (NGLs) back into the storage stream.

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