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Engineering & Operational Excellence

RCM Thermal Kinetics helps manufacturers solve complex thermal processing and separation challenges through a unique combination of process engineering expertise, testing capabilities, and custom equipment solutions. Our technologies span distillation, evaporation, dehydration, crystallization, and solvent recovery applications across a wide range of industries.

Whether developing a new process, optimizing an existing operation, or expanding production capacity, we provide the engineering insight and equipment solutions needed to move projects forward with confidence.

Systems & Services

Fuel Ethanol Plants

Discover fuel ethanol plant solutions by RCM Thermal Kinetics.

Crystallization

Learn about crystallization technology solutions by RCM Thermal Kinetics.

Evaporation

Explore evaporation technology solutions by RCM Thermal Kinetics.

Distillation

Explore industrial distillation equipment solutions by RCM Thermal Kinetics.

Innovation Lab & Test Center

Research RCM Thermal Kinetics’ Test Center capabilities.

Adsorption

Learn about adsorption technology solutions by RCM Thermal Kinetics.

Why Choose RCM Thermal Kinetics

Innovation starts with collaboration. At RCM Thermal Kinetics, our engineers work alongside clients, suppliers, and industry partners to explore new ideas, challenge assumptions, and solve complex process challenges.

By combining technical expertise with diverse perspectives, we develop practical solutions that improve performance, create long-term value, and support our clients’ success.

Here’s what our customers say

Our expertise and record speaks for itself, but our customers say it best.

RCM Thermal Kinetics played a critical role in navigating complex intellectual property laws and regulations during the development of our revolutionary technology. Since 2003, their process design support has been essential for smooth operations, including equipment specifications, proprietary reactor design, and regulatory compliance. Their logistical planning streamlined our truck flows, improving efficiency. Their suggested modifications for heat integration and recovery boosted overall efficiency and reduced maintenance. Their expertise in thermal expansion, stress, and phase change is unmatched. We value RCM Thermal Kinetics as a trusted partner in safeguarding our processes and intellectual property. Our relationship will continue for years to come.

Co-Founder and Vice President of SYNPET Technologies

In 2006, Calgren Renewable Fuels, LLC contracted with Lurgi, Inc. for a turnkey ethanol plant in Pixley, CA. Lurgi enlisted RCM Thermal Kinetics Engineering, PLLC for the distillation, dehydration, and evaporation (DDE) portion. During construction, Calgren faced challenges and resorted to arbitration, where RCM Thermal Kinetics stood by their DDE design and provided assistance. Calgren’s Pixley plant is highly efficient, thanks to RCM Thermal Kinetics’s energy-efficient design. Benchmarking against other ethanol producers, Calgren’s energy consumption surpasses all. RCM Thermal Kinetics ‘s integrated design facilitates troubleshooting, and they provide valuable advice when needed. We would not hesitate to recommend that RCM Thermal Kinetics be considered for similar work at other facilities.

Lyle J. Schlyer

President of Calgren Renewable Fuels

RCM Thermal Kinetics emerged as the ideal partner to meet our unique facility needs, offering innovative solutions that went above and beyond our expectations. Their meticulously designed systems and robust equipment exceeded projected performance levels, and even after more than a year of continuous operation, we continue to unlock unforeseen advantages. Their unwavering commitment as our business partners proved invaluable, consistently delivering exceptional results throughout our project. We wholeheartedly endorse RCM Thermal Kinetics for their outstanding contributions to our success.

Jeff Zueger

Chief Executive Officer of Midwest AgEnergy Group

Partner with RCM where science meets sustainability

Minimizing Energy Input. Maximizing Product Output. Optimizing Project Value.