The critical role of formaldehyde

Formaldehyde is an essential building block for countless everyday materials, from construction products to automotive components. With global populations rising, sustainable production methods have never been more important.

Our combined process and catalyst offering enables manufacturers to meet this growing demand while reducing environmental impact, particularly through compatibility with renewable methanol feedstocks.

 

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Developing FORMOX Technology to meet future sustainability requirements

We have since almost 3 decades used pressure in our plants to make better use of installed equipment. Our process technology and catalyst operates at higher pressures than conventional systems. With our latest development, FORMOX 2.0 we are able to increase productivity by another 33%, while maintaining exceptional energy efficiency.

 

Whether you’re building a new plant or upgrading existing infrastructure, our technology integrates seamlessly while future-proofing your investment against evolving sustainability requirements.

High performance catalysts made for FORMOX™ process technology
Our manufacturing facility in Perstorp, Sweden produces catalysts specifically engineered for FORMOX™ systems, but also for other plant designs. This vertical integration means every catalyst is:
Perfectly matched to our technology's operating parameters
Continuously improved through direct feedback from 200+ global plants
Supported by the same expert team that designs the technology itself
And by having our long experience from designing and delivering catalysts and CAP (Catalyst Activity Profile) not only to our FORMOX plants, but also to other plant designs, we can offer the required CAP for each desired operating condition.
In addition, we also design and offer our emission control system catalyst solutions to meet the emission levels requirement as set out by each country or region.
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Partnership that extends beyond supply
At Johnson Matthey, we cultivate lasting relationships that deliver mutual success. Our decades-long partnerships with formaldehyde producers worldwide stand as testament to this commitment. We don't just supply technology - we become an extension of your team, working tirelessly to ensure your operation runs smoothly and profitably.

Through our world-class technical support, we put decades of formaldehyde expertise at your fingertips. This includes:

Comprehensive operator training programmes
Plant data monitoring via our JM-LEVO™ Formaldehyde Portal
Operational feedback with advice for optimization of production efficiency
Trouble-shooting support when issues occur
Detailed plant audits and performance optimisation
Feasibility studies for expansion or modernisation

Our dedicated R&D programme drives continuous innovation, with ongoing projects ranging from sophisticated simulations to full-scale plant testing. Every advancement shares the same goal: maximising your formaldehyde output while minimising methanol input.
Through our world-class technical support, we put decades of formaldehyde expertise at your fingertips. This includes:
 
  • Comprehensive operator training programmes
  • Plant data monitoring via our JM-LEVO™ Formaldehyde Portal
  • Operational feedback with advice for optimization of production efficiency
  • Trouble-shooting support when issues occur
  • Detailed plant audits and performance optimisation
  • Feasibility studies for expansion or modernisation
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