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Defrosting and Operational Cycles of Vaporizers

by Pierre Meurgey | Aug 19, 2026 | Cryogenic consulting

Managing Performance Over Time Ambient air vaporizers are simple, reliable, and widely used in cryogenic applications. However, their performance changes over time during operation. Frost formation gradually reduces heat transfer efficiency, making operational cycling...

Cryogenic Valves and Instrumentation

by Pierre Meurgey | Aug 12, 2026 | Cryogenic consulting

Sealing the Cold Cryogenic valves and instrumentation operate under extreme conditions. These components must withstand very low temperatures, large thermal gradients, and frequent phase changes. Equipment that performs well at ambient conditions often fails at −160...

Energy Efficiency in Cryogenic Systems

by Pierre Meurgey | Aug 5, 2026 | Cryogenic consulting

Where the Energy Really Goes Cryogenic processes are inherently energy-intensive. This applies to liquefaction, storage, and regasification. Efficiency is not only about equipment performance. It also depends on minimizing irreversible losses across the entire system....

Small-Scale vs Large-Scale Liquefaction Technologies

by Pierre Meurgey | Jul 29, 2026 | Cryogenic consulting

Efficiency vs Simplicity Liquefaction technologies are not one-size-fits-all. The optimal solution depends strongly on plant capacity, operating profile, and available infrastructure. At the core, the trade-off is clear: thermodynamic efficiency versus system...

LNG Value Chain Overview

by Pierre Meurgey | Jul 22, 2026 | Cryogenic consulting

A Connected Thermodynamic System The LNG chain is not just a series of separate steps. It operates as a complex thermodynamic system where everything is connected. Liquefaction, storage, regasification, and distribution all interact with each other. Each stage affects...

Materials Selection for Cryogenic Service

by Pierre Meurgey | Jul 15, 2026 | Cryogenic consulting

When Cold Changes Everything At cryogenic temperatures, material behavior changes dramatically. Properties that engineers rely on at ambient conditions—such as strength, toughness, and ductility—can shift significantly, creating new risks and design challenges....