Pentanes
Haltermann Carless –
a member of HCS Group
Formed by H.I.G. Capital, the HCS Group began its activities with the acquisition of Haltermann
Products from Dow Chemical in July 2011. In April 2013, HCS Group combined two established
specialty hydrocarbons producing companies: Haltermann GmbH, Germany, and Petrochem
Carless Holdings Limited (PCL), UK. The new group represents a market leading manufacturer of hydrocarbons driven by a strategy, which values strong customer relationships and
outstanding quality.
Since Johann Haltermann founded Haltermann in
Hamburg in 1898, the company has developed
into a leading manufacturer of a wide variety of
hydrocarbon products. He instilled a constant
drive within the company to continually develop
technologies and products to meet further market
requirements. Haltermann now operates world
class facilities for distillation, raffination and
extraction.
Since then, Haltermann has been committed to
improving technical performance, increasing commercial competitiveness and minimising the environmental impact of its products.
Sustainability and Ecology
Sustainability goes beyond investment in environmentally safe and emission-free production
processes. It also includes our participation in Responsible Care (the ISO 14001 environmental audit) and other measures, such as waste reduction, safety at work and being a good
neighbour. This promotes the efficient use of energy and constant improvement of processes
to reduce the impact of our activities on the environment.
We are committed to ethical, resource optimised
operations and development in all our business
activities. Sustainability in all its facets, especially
the economics, ecology and social engagement, is
an anchor to the HCS Group strategy.
Quality performance is a commitment to excellence
by each employee. HCS Group is dedicated to
being the leader in providing quality products and
services that meet or exceed the expectations of
our customers.
With benefits in the form of negligible ozone
depletion potential (ODP) and low global warming
potential (GWP) under atmospheric conditions, the
industry has implemented Pentanes within blown
foam applications as a key material. Pentanes have
a short chemical lifecycle of days. By comparison,
the lifecycle of halogenated saturated hydrocarbons, methane or CO2 ranges from several months
to several years. Consequently and in line with the
Montreal protocol, such halogenated products have
either already been banned or will be phased out.
Specialty Hydrocarbon Solvents are a strategic
business within Haltermann Carless, providing a
strong commitment to the market. Haltermann
Carless produces Pentanes at the refinery in
Speyer, located in the centre of the European chemical and refining industry. It provides a flexible
logistics network, which is easy to access by river,
rail and road transportation. Haltermann Carless’
Pentanes offer a broad portfolio of products,
depending upon specific industrial requirements,
which includes all three isomers (n-, Iso- and
Cyclopentane) as well as their corresponding
blends.
In line with its future growth strategy, HCS Group
signed a strategic cooperation agreement with
Beta Grupo Petroquimico, Mexico in June 2013.
The new production location in Central America
enables HCS Group to become an exclusive
partner for hydrocarbon products, such as Isoand n-Pentane in NA/LA markets. The HCS Group
has long-established markets and sales networks in
more than 90 countries, with sales offices in Europe
and North America.
Headquarter
Sales Offices
Production
Houston
Gunness
Leatherhead
Frankfurt
Coatzacoalcos
Harwich
Antwerp
Hamburg
Speyer
Products and Industries
Haltermann Carless provides Pentanes around the globe from its production facilities in
Speyer, Germany and Coatzacoalcos, Mexico. Outstanding production capabilities and technical excellence enable Haltermann Carless to tailor our products according customers’
expectations.
Polyurethane Foam Systems
Pentanes are used as blowing agent in the production of polyurethane foams. The foam is applied to
insulation in household and commercial appliances,
reefers and cooling containers, in the construction
area as boards and panels, in pipes and similar
applications. A blowing agent properly formulated
for a specific application is a key requirement
for our customers to maximize the thermal and
physical product characteristics. Pentane blown
foams are complex in their composition. Each one
has to meet stringent environmental and safety
requirements, whilst providing high insulation
performance at stable processing conditions.
Grade
Application
Isopentane 95
General
purpose
Cyclopentane
Pentane S
Pentane 75
EPS, Catalytic
solvent
Cyclopentane IP 85
Cyclopentane IP 70
Cyclopentane IP 50
PU Appliances
PU Construction
Cyclopentane IP 30
n-/ Cyclopentane 93/7
n-Pentane 95 cosm.
Isopentane 95 cosm.
n-Pentane 95
Isopentane 95
General purpose
Cosmetic
industry
Catalytic
solvent
Haltermann Carless’ Pentane S is a multipurpose
grade and is widely used within the EPS industry.
A consistent quality and an excellent logistic network
are fundamental to a long-standing relationship
with all key partners in Europe. Further products
Composition
n- Pentane
wt %
Isopentane
wt %
Cyclopentane
wt %
GER / MEX
min. 95
–
GER / MEX
–
GER
Initial boiling point
ASTM D1078
with adjusted blend ratios, such as Pentane 75 and
Pentane 85, enable Haltermann Carless to develop
solutions appropriate to customers’ individual
processes and requirements.
Catalytic Processes
The chemical industry uses Pentanes as specific
hydrocarbon solvents in various catalytic processes.
Low levels of impurities and consistent quality
are key requirements in ensuring a sustainable
and stable operating process. For many years,
Haltermann Carless has proven itself as a reliable
partner in providing these products to key industries.
Cosmetic Products
Haltermann Carless’ special cosmetic Pentane
grades deliver high standards of purity and low
odour when used as propellants in consumer cosmetic products, such as hairspray and shaving
Production
Method / Unit
n-Pentane 95
Further, they are expected to support dimensional
stability. To meet these customer and market requirements, a Pentane grade appropriate to the
particular polyurethane system is required for each
individual application. Haltermann Carless’ Pentanes
portfolio is designed to meet today’s and tomorrow’s
market and customer needs for hydrocarbon
blowing agents. Products of all three pentane
isomers range from pure technical qualities of min.
95 % to specific tailored blend rations to optimize
performance.
Expandable Polystyrene (EPS)
Final boiling point
ASTM D1078
Vapour pressure
kPa
gels / foams. All cosmetic grades can be delivered
globally in packaging sizes from 6 Ltr to 200 Ltr or
in bulk quantities.
Thermal
conductivity
Ozone depletion
potential
Global warming
potential
Hazardous
classification
°C
°F
°C
°F
25 °C
50 °C
–
35
95
37
99
68
159
+
0
<25
F+
min. 95
–
25
77
32
90
91
205
+
0
<25
F+
–
–
min. 95
48
118
50
122
42
103
+++
0
<25
F
GER / MEX
78–82
18–22
–
29
84
36
97
73
168
+
0
<25
F+
GER / MEX
70–77
22–28
–
31
89
37
99
74
174
+
0
<25
F+
GER
–
10–17
83–87
43
110
50
122
50
119
+++
0
<25
F
GER
–
24–28
70–74
38
100
50
122
57
134
+++
0
<25
F
GER
–
45–53
47–53
31
88
49
120
67
154
++
0
<25
F+
GER
–
65–73
27–33
28
82
42
108
77
174
++
0
<25
F+
GER
86–91
–
6–9
36
95
50
122
67
155
+
0
<25
F
GER / MEX
min. 95
–
–
35
95
37
99
68
159
+
0
<25
F+
GER / MEX
–
min. 95
–
25
77
32
90
91
205
+
0
<25
F+
GER
min. 95
–
–
35
95
37
99
68
159
+
0
<25
F+
GER
–
min. 95
–
25
77
32
90
91
205
+
0
<25
F+
Packaging and Logistics
All Pentane grades are REACH registered and can be delivered in bulk via road-tankers,
isotank containers and rail cars. Material may also be supplied packed in drums of 200 Litres,
60 Litres and 20 Litres. 100 Litre pressurised cylinders for testing purposes are available on
request.
Handling
The hazard classification of Pentanes range from
highly to extremely flammable, which requires
specific fire as well as explosion precautions.
Engineering companies experienced in the design
and construction of storage facilities are essential
to guarantee safe and proper handling. Local regulations for handling and storage of flammable
hydrocarbon liquids vary from site to site and it is
recommended to consult a local Health & Safety
officer during the planning stage. Therefore,
Haltermann Carless is limited in terms of offering
specific recommendations, and refer all customers
to the most appropriate publications 1–3.
• Discharging has to be supervised by a qualified
member of staff and monitored in accordance
with the company’s discharge procedure. Access
to the discharge position should be limited to authorised personnel only, and a minimum clearance
radius of 4 metres should be maintained around the
vehicle throughout the discharge procedure. All
site traffic near the area should be suspended
during discharge. The discharge position must be
protected by a comprehensive deluge system which
needs to be earthed by an earthing-strap connected to the discharge gantry. For best practice, the
earthing position should be fitted with an alarm
system.
•The product should be stored in a pressurized
tank equipped with a vapor return system, which
can be connected to the tanker and ensures that
evaporation / emissions are minimized.
• To avoid spillage, samples should be taken from
the bottom valve using a reducer trap controlled
by a ball valve for each compartment of the vehicle.
• Delivery notes should be signed by the discharge
supervisor and security office staff.
1) Highly Flammable Liquids and Liquified Petroleum Gases Regulation 1972, ISBN 0 11 020917 6: Available from HMSO – Tel. 0870 6005522
2) The Storage of Flammable Liquids in Fixed Tanks of up to 10,000 m3 Total Capacity, (HSG 176), ISBN 0 71 761470 0:
3) Code of Practice for the Selection, Installation and Maintenance of Electrical Apparatus for Use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres –
General Requirements BS 5345 – Part I, 1989: Available from the British Standards Institute – Tel. 020 8996 9000
Notice: The information and data contained herein do not constitute sales specifications. The product properties may be changed without notice.
No liability, warranty or guarantee of product performance is created by this document. It is the Buyer’s responsibility to determine whether Haltermann
products are appropriate for Buyer’s use and to ensure that Buyer’s workplace and disposal practices are in compliance with applicable laws and
regulations. No freedom from any patents or other industrial or intellectual property rights is granted or to be inferred (March 2014).
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