Fertilizer Production Industry
FEEDING PLANTS THAT FEED PEOPLE
Plants need nutrients to survive and reach their full nutritional potential. Three of these elements – carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen – are obtained through the air and water. But there are 14 remaining elements that need to come from the soil, and these are the elements in modern-day fertilizers. These elements are grouped into three categories: macronutrients, secondary nutrients, and micronutrients. All must be present in soil in the right form and at the right rate, time, and place to grow healthy crops. Nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium are macronutrients. These nutrients make up most of all fertilizer produced and are necessary for plant growth.
Agricultural pollution has many different sources. Nitrogen-based fertilizers produce potent greenhouse gases and can overload waterways with dangerous pollutants; chemical pesticides with varying toxicological effects can contaminate our air and water or reside directly on our food. CECO Environmental commonly addresses the challenges of the fertilizer production industry with clean, safe, and efficient products and solutions within our CECO family of brands shown below.
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Adwest
Founded in 1988 and integrated into the CECO Environmental family in 2012, Adwest is a global leader in thermal and catalytic oxidation solutions for reducing volatile organic compounds (VOCs), hazardous air pollutants (HAPs), and odorous emissions. With over 1,200 installations worldwide, we deliver efficient, cost-effective air abatement systems across industries including chemical processing, pharmaceuticals, flexible packaging, and food manufacturing.
Burgess-Manning
Burgess Manning is a distinguished industrial acoustics with roots dating back to 1910 and the launch of the first commercial industrial silencer in 1928. The company provides custom-engineered noise control solutions, from vent and blowdown silencers to absorptive/reactive units for turbines, compressors, pumps and safety and control valves, serving markets in power generation, petrochemicals, gas transmission, data centers, and more.
Fisher-Klosterman
Fisher-Klosterman is a global leader in industrial cyclones and venturi scrubbers for high-temperature, high-pressure, and corrosive environments. Founded in 1947 and acquired by CECO in 2008, we pioneered the XQ Cyclone and advanced scrubber technologies. Our custom-engineered systems serve the world’s toughest filtration needs with proven reliability and performance.
Flex-Kleen
Flex-Kleen has been a global leader in industrial dust collection and air pollution control for over six decades. We have installed over 80,000 systems worldwide and joined the CECO Environmental family in 2008. Our durable, high-performance solutions are custom-engineered for corrosive, combustible, and high-temperature environments across industries like chemicals, food, and plastics.
General Rubber
General Rubber Corporation is a leading provider of advanced manufacturing solutions and field services for industrial applications. With a product range spanning from 1” to 144”, they deliver innovative solutions for complex projects. We specialize in large-scale infrastructure components, such as 72” 9500-XL pinch and check valves for stormwater systems. Known for our expertise and versatility, General Rubber prides itself on handling projects "from the simple to the simply amazing."
KB Duct
KB Duct specializes in modular ducting solutions designed for industrial dust, fume, mist, and air handling systems. With a focus on quality and innovation, KB Duct offers clamp-together and flanged ducting systems that are easy to install, highly adjustable, and built to withstand even the harshest environments. From custom fabrications to complete system designs, KB Duct provides fast delivery, premium materials, and expert support to industries ranging from woodworking to chemical processing.
Kirk & Blum
Kirk & Blum is one of the largest and most experienced custom sheet metal and industrial ventilation fabricators in the United States. Since 1907, Kirk & Blum has been a trusted leader in designing, fabricating, and installing dust, fume, and mist control systems. With turnkey capabilities, they provide custom-engineered solutions, from initial design to installation, ensuring optimal efficiency and compliance with environmental standards. Whether it’s a small retrofit or a large-scale industrial project, Kirk & Blum has the expertise and resources to support projects of all sizes.
Peerless Separation & Filtration
Peerless Separation & Filtration is a global leader in advanced separation technologies, serving the oil, gas, power, and petrochemical industries. With nearly a century of expertise, Peerless specializes in designing and delivering high-efficiency process separation and filtration systems for gas processing applications. From gas coalescers to multi-cyclone separators and filter separators, Peerless offers innovative solutions that enhance process efficiency, protect capital equipment, and ensure environmental compliance.
Peerless Water
Peerless Water delivers efficient, customized water and wastewater treatment systems for both onshore and offshore industrial applications, combining decades of engineering expertise with deep market knowledge across Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Our compact, reliable packages support produced water, industrial wastewater, sewage, and potable water treatment, tailored to meet critical infrastructure needs. Backed by a global footprint, fabrication partners, we ensure each system reflects our commitment to quality, innovation, and cost-effectiveness.