PPG dedicates $100 million membrane cell production unit in Louisiana
PPG Industries dedicated a new membrane cell unit for the production of chlorine and caustic soda at its chemicals complex in Lake Charles.
"Today's dedication of our membrane unit represents a significant investment in our future," said Jon Manns, PPG Lake Charles plant manager. "The $100 million project positions PPG for success in the increasingly competitive global chemicals market as well as long-term sustainability."
The new membrane cell production unit is expected to yield about the same capacity that the previous technology did, Manns said, but it will use 25 percent less electricity. He added that the conversion to using membrane technology helps the facility reduce maintenance and operating costs, and aligns with the company's goals for strong environmental performance.
The construction project involved more than 250 workers - employees both of PPG and of six contract companies - working more than 450,000 hours to complete the task, with no federal Office of Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recordable injuries.
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