ColdStream Energy is making headlines in Gas Compression Magazine with its launch of the MaCH₄ NGL Recovery Solution, a game-changing Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) system designed to revolutionize compressor station operations.
What’s MaCH₄ All About?
- Cryogenic-grade NGL capture – Achieves up to 60% ethane (C₂) and 95% C₃+ recovery, delivering valuable NGLs in gaseous form for downstream monetization
- Lean, dry fuel gas – Produces pipeline-quality gas (<1,100 BTU HHV), preventing engine derating by about 9% and boosting station throughput
- Environmental wins – Cuts VOC emissions by ~75% and CO₂ by 8%, all while reducing the need for costly Title‑V permitting
Why Gas Compression Magazine is Buzzing
The mag highlights how MaCH₄ delivers “cryogenic-like recovery” without requiring a physical residue pipeline—a compact, skid-mounted PSA unit packed with benefits. It provides high uptime (>99%), remote operation, and zero–chemical usage—ideal for remote compressor sites.
Bottom Line
MaCH₄ represents a triple win—enhanced NGL revenue, better compressor station efficiency, and meaningful emissions reductions. With industry partners like Archrock, a proven pilot, and commercial unit deployed to the field, this launch signals a significant leap forward for compressor engine performance.
