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Industrial solutions for the chemical and pharmaceutical sectors

Complete equipment and engineering for the handling of corrosive fluids, the control of gaseous emissions and the storage of aggressive chemical products in chemical, fine chemistry, petrochemical and pharmaceutical plants.

70+

Years serving the chemical industry

1,000+

Global references

5

Continents with installations

100%

In-house engineering and manufacturing

The chemical industry demands the highest reliability

Chemical and pharmaceutical plants operate with some of the most aggressive substances on the planet. Equipment failure is not an option.

chemical plant with TECNIUM gas scrubbers and piping systems

Challenges we solve every day

The chemical, petrochemical and pharmaceutical industries face unique engineering challenges that require specialised equipment, designed to withstand extreme corrosion, high temperatures and strict regulatory requirements. TECNIUM has been developing tailored solutions for these challenges since 1957.

  • Pumping of highly corrosive acids, alkalis and solvents at various concentrations and temperatures
  • Safe storage of aggressive chemical products in accordance with APQ, ASME and EN regulations
  • Control of toxic and corrosive gaseous emissions to meet environmental legislation
  • Operation in ATEX-classified explosive atmospheres
  • Process reliability with a zero-leakage requirement in pharmaceutical production
  • Management of dosing and transfer systems for chemical reagents

Your trusted engineering partner

TECNIUM acts as a single supplier for chemical plants, offering an integrated solution that covers pumping, storage, gas treatment and odour control. This means fewer interfaces, simplified procurement and guaranteed compatibility between systems.

Our engineering department works closely with your process team from the initial design phases, providing sizing calculations, materials-compatibility assessments, P&ID integration and complete project documentation. We collaborate with leading engineering firms worldwide, with references alongside major EPCs and large chemical companies.

TECNIUM gas scrubbing towers at the Kemira chemical plant in Tarragona

Complete equipment portfolio for chemical plants

From pumping and storage through to gas treatment and ventilation, TECNIUM provides all the equipment your chemical or pharmaceutical facility requires.

TECNIUM plastic pump installed on a chemical production line

Plastic pumps for chemical processes

Horizontal and vertical centrifugal pumps manufactured in PVDF, PP, E-CTFE and UHMW-PE for the pumping of HCl, H₂SO₄, NaOCl, NaOH, HNO₃, HF and hundreds of other aggressive chemicals. Flow rates up to 1,600 m³/h, with ATEX-certified options and seal-less magnetic-drive configurations for zero-leakage pharmaceutical applications.

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TECNIUM plastic and FRP tanks for chemical storage

Storage equipment and special vessels

Vertical tanks, reactors, cisterns, decanters and rectangular vats manufactured in thermoplastics (PP, PE, PVC, C-PVC, PVDF, PFA, E-CTFE) and GRP/FRP composites. Special vessel construction for every type of application. Capacities from 500 to 200,000 litres. Designed and manufactured to EN, ASTM, ASME, ASCE, UIC and API standards, with ATEX configurations available.

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TECNIUM chemical gas scrubber system for emission control

Gas treatment and emission control

Gas scrubbers, biotrickling filters, biofilters, activated carbon systems and advanced adsorbents to capture and treat toxic, corrosive and odorous gaseous emissions. Turnkey systems from process design through to installation and commissioning, with treatment capacities in excess of 500,000 m³/h.

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Chemical products that our equipment handles

Our equipment is proven across a wide range of aggressive chemicals used in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries.

HCl
Hydrochloric acid
H₂SO₄
Sulphuric acid
NaOCl
Sodium hypochlorite
NaOH
Caustic soda
HNO₃
Nitric acid
HF
Hydrofluoric acid
FeCl₃
Ferric chloride
H₃PO₄
Phosphoric acid

Where TECNIUM equipment works inside your plant

Our solutions integrate into multiple areas of chemical and pharmaceutical production facilities.

Reagent storage and transfer

Corrosion-resistant tanks, pumps and piping systems for the safe storage and transfer of acids, alkalis, solvents and other aggressive raw materials used in chemical production.

Production lines

In-line pumping systems for chemical dosing, recirculation, reactor feeding and product transfer along the production process, including seal-less options for high-purity pharmaceutical applications.

Emission abatement

Chemical scrubbers, biotrickling filters and activated carbon systems for the treatment of HCl, NH₃, SO₂, HF, VOCs and other process off-gases in order to meet emission limits.

Wastewater neutralisation

Pumps and dosing systems for the chemical treatment of wastewater, pH adjustment, neutralisation basins and effluent transfer prior to discharge.

Tank farm management

Complete solutions for tank farms including double-walled tanks, containment systems, bunds, level monitoring and transfer pumping stations in compliance with APQ and SEVESO regulations.

Ventilation and confinement

Extraction ducting, plastic fans and stacks designed to confine and channel corrosive vapours towards the treatment systems.

The advantages of working with TECNIUM

A single partner for all your corrosion-resistant equipment, from engineering to commissioning.

Integrated turnkey solutions

A single supplier for pumps, tanks, scrubbers and fans. Simplified procurement, guaranteed compatibility and centralised project responsibility.

Proven global track record

More than 1,000 references across five continents, collaborating with leading EPCs such as Foster Wheeler, Toyo, Monsanto, UHDE, Ondeo Degremont and Lurgi.

International certifications

Equipment designed and manufactured to ISO, CE, TUV, EN, ASTM, ASME, ASCE, UIC and API standards. ATEX certification available for zones with explosive atmospheres.

More than 70 years of experience

Founded in 1957 in Manresa, Barcelona. Decades of accumulated know-how in the handling of corrosive fluids and air-pollution control for the chemical industry.

18,000 m² of manufacturing

Vertically integrated production in our own facilities with in-house engineering, CNC machining, welding, assembly and quality control.

Worldwide service

Global network of representatives and installation teams. Fast delivery of spare parts and aftersales technical support anywhere in the world.

Common questions about TECNIUM solutions for the chemical industry

Yes. TECNIUM offers a fully integrated service covering every phase of the project: process engineering and equipment sizing, detailed design, in-house manufacturing, transport, on-site installation, commissioning, operator training and ongoing aftersales maintenance. This turnkey approach ensures centralised responsibility, reduces interface risks and accelerates project lead times.

TECNIUM equipment is designed and manufactured in accordance with the most demanding international standards, including ISO 2858, EN-ISO 22858, CE marking, TUV certification, ASTM, ASME, ASCE, UIC and API. ATEX-certified configurations are available across all main product lines, essential for operation in the potentially explosive atmospheres common in chemical and pharmaceutical plants.

Yes. TECNIUM offers seal-less magnetic-drive pumps (BKM series) and high-purity material configurations specifically designed for pharmaceutical manufacturing environments where leak-free, contamination-free operation is mandatory. Our engineering team has experience with pharmaceutical GMP requirements and can advise on the appropriate equipment specifications for cleanroom or production-line applications.

TECNIUM has developed projects in collaboration with leading engineering firms and end-clients in the global chemical industry. Our references include projects with Foster Wheeler, Toyo, Monsanto, UHDE, Técnicas Reunidas, Ondeo Degremont and Lurgi, as well as end-clients such as Aluminium Pechiney, Arkema, Total Petrochemicals, Solvay, BASF, Akzo Nobel and Repsol, among many others across five continents.

Let's design your next chemical plant project together

Our engineering team is ready to assess your process requirements and recommend the optimal equipment configuration for your facility.