Johnson Matthey Expands Its Stationary Emissions Control Capabilities By Acquiring Applied Utility Systems, Inc. (AUS) from Catalytic Solutions Inc.
AUS Designs and Supplies Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) Systems toControl NOx Emissions from Gas Turbines, Boilers and Process Heaters
Malvern, PA, October 26, 2009-Johnson Matthey, a global leader in controlling emissions from chemical/industrial plants and stationary gas and diesel engines, has expanded its capabilities with the acquisition of the assets of Applied Utility Systems, Inc. (AUS), Aliso Viejo, California, from Catalytic Solutions, Inc.
AUS specializes in selective catalytic reduction (SCR) systems for reducing NOx emissions and has more than 20 years experience in designing, fabricating and installing emissions control systems for gas turbines, boilers and process heaters. It has installed SCR and CO systems on more than 4,000 MW of power generation and process equipment.
Mike Cinaglia, Managing Director, Johnson Matthey's Stationary Emissions Control (SEC), said the acquisition of AUS strengthens Johnson Matthey's capabilities as an SCR system supplier.
"We are excited about acquiring the business of Applied Utility Systems, Inc., as it is a direct fit with our well established SEC emissions control business for coal-fired power plants, process industries and internal combustion engines for power generation, locomotive and marine applications. It enhances our capability to serve a greater range of applications for controlling harmful NOx and CO emissions.
Johnson Matthey is recognized worldwide as a technology leader in both emissions control catalysts and in engineered systems to reduce emissions from a variety of sources. Coupled with AUS's capabilities, Johnson Matthey's Stationary Emissions Control business is uniquely positioned to be a global supplier of emissions control systems for gas turbines, boilers and process heaters, with unparalleled resources and breadth and depth of experience," Cinaglia added.
About Johnson Matthey Stationary Emissions Control (SEC):
Johnson Matthey SEC is well known for its total systems approach to solving customer's emissions problems as well as a reputation for strong customer support at the field service level. SEC designs and supplies catalysts and engineers catalytic systems to control emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOx), carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), volatile organic compounds (VOCs), hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) and particulate matter (PM). SEC is dedicated to the research, development and application of catalyst technology to improve quality of life by reducing air emissions.
About Johnson Matthey:
Traded on the London Stock Exchange (symbol: JMAT), Johnson Matthey is a speciality chemicals company focused on its core skills in catalysts, precious metals, fine chemicals and process technologies. The $15 billion company is 192 years old, employs around 8500 people in 30 countries and has been providing catalytic solutions for air quality problems for more than 30 years. The company is backed by a reputation for superior reliability, design, engineering and manufacturing, technological expertise and customer service.
Contact Information:
For Media: Please contact
Allen Solovitz,
Phone: 609-823-1247,
E-mail: perceptmkt@comcast.net.
For more information about Johnson Matthey's Stationary Emissions Control (SEC): Please contact
Wilson Chu,
Business Development Manager,
Johnson Matthey,
400 Lapp Road,
Malvern, PA 19355,
Phone: 484-320-2119,
Fax: 484-320-2152,
E-mail: chuw@jmusa.com,
Website: jmsec.com
