Ammonia-laden air or gas enters the ammonia scrubber from an industrial process or emission source.

Inside the scrubber, there is a liquid solution, often water-based, which may contain chemicals or reagents designed to react with and capture ammonia. The choice of scrubbing solution depends on the specific application and the concentration of ammonia to be removed.

The incoming gas is brought into contact with the scrubbing solution. Ammonia gas molecules dissolve into the liquid phase due to chemical reactions between the ammonia and the scrubbing solution. These reactions may involve acid-base reactions or other chemical processes, depending on the specific scrubber design.

After the ammonia gas has been absorbed by the scrubbing solution, the clean air exits the scrubber, while the ammonia-rich liquid is collected at the bottom of the scrubber vessel.

In some cases, the collected ammonia-rich liquid can be treated or further processed to recover ammonia for reuse or safely dispose of it, depending on the specific application.

To control ammonia emissions from animal husbandry operations, such as poultry and swine farms.

To capture and control ammonia emissions from chemical production processes.

To remove ammonia from wastewater streams to meet regulatory discharge limits.

To control ammonia emissions from various industrial processes, such as refrigeration, petrochemical, and food processing.

To reduce ammonia emissions from industrial stacks and exhausts to comply with air quality regulations.

The design and operation of ammonia scrubbers can vary depending on the specific application and the concentration of ammonia in the gas stream. Engineers and environmental experts assess the requirements and select the appropriate type of scrubber and absorbent solution to effectively remove ammonia while considering factors like cost, efficiency, and environmental regulations.

Proper maintenance and monitoring of ammonia scrubbers are crucial to ensure their continued effectiveness in reducing ammonia emissions and environmental impact.