Carbon Clean announces successful factory test of revolutionary CycloneCC C1 technology at commercial scale in the UK

This breakthrough technology uses centrifugal force to enhance CO₂ absorption and can capture up to 285 tonnes of  CO₂ per day. It has successfully completed an extensive verification programme at Thomas Broadbent and Sons and is now ready for commercial deployment at industrial scale.

This achievement marks a significant milestone for Carbon Clean’s modular CycloneCC C1 series, which combines RPBs with the company’s proprietary APBS-CDRMax solvent to increase efficiency. It represents a more than 20-fold RPB scale-up from the first industrial demonstration of CycloneCC, which was designed to capture up to 10 tonnes of CO₂ per day. 

The CycloneCC C1 series replaces the large columns traditionally used in carbon capture systems with compact, high-efficiency RPBs. Each unit can capture up to 100,000 tonnes of CO₂ per year, while reducing equipment height by 70%, cutting steel requirements by 35%, and shrinking the overall footprint by up to 50%. The largest pieces of equipment are also up to 10 times smaller than conventional systems. 

Aniruddha Sharma, Chair and CEO of Carbon Clean, said:  

“The skills and experience of the teams on the ground, combined with CycloneCC’s modular, scalable ‘Lego-block’ design, have enabled the RPB to exceed acceptance criteria. The CycloneCC C1 RPB is a testament to the UK’s outstanding manufacturing capabilities. Producing the first commercial-scale product of this size in the UK is a strong signal that we are ready for large-scale global deployment.” 

John Thewlis, Managing Director, Thomas Broadbent and Sons Ltd, said:

“We were delighted to apply our extensive design and manufacturing expertise to help Carbon Clean bring their innovative carbon capture process and design to life. The RPB we manufactured exemplifies the best of British engineering – combining high performance with exceptional quality at scale. We hope this contribution supports the global mission to significantly reduce carbon dioxide emissions.”

Harpreet Uppal, MP for Huddersfield, said:

“This breakthrough is a proud moment for Huddersfield and the UK. The partnership between Thomas Broadbent and Sons and Carbon Clean showcases the cutting-edge innovation and world-class engineering we have right here in Huddersfield. It’s proof that our local industries and skilled workers can drive the clean energy transition and lead the way globally. It’s fantastic to see Huddersfield businesses at the heart of tackling climate change while creating good, skilled jobs for our community."

Carbon Clean is transforming carbon capture, enabling large-scale adoption similar to the rapid growth of EV batteries and solar panels. CycloneCC units are designed to be mass produced in a gigafactory reducing the cost and time of delivering carbon capture units significantly.  

Through strong partnerships with manufacturing experts such as Thomas Broadbent and Sons in Huddersfield, Carbon Clean continues to advance its mission while strengthening the UK’s industrial and technological leadership.  

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About Carbon Clean

Carbon Clean is a leader in revolutionising carbon capture solutions for hard-to-abate industries including cement, steel, refineries, and energy from waste. The company’s patented technology significantly reduces the costs of carbon capture when compared to conventional solutions.   

Carbon Clean has over a decade of experience in designing, building, and operating industrial carbon capture systems and it has 50 technology references around the world. The company is an innovation leader in the CCUS market, with over 110 active patent assets across 18 patent families covering 30 countries, and has developed a modular technology, CycloneCC, that is vital for scaling industrial carbon capture deployment to achieve global net zero targets.   

Headquartered in the UK and with offices in the US, Canada and India, the company has received funding and grant support from the British and US governments and has established partnerships with industry leaders including Chevron and Cemex. It is also an investor in the Swedish eFuel development company, Liquid Wind.    

For further information: www.carbonclean.com    

About Thomas Broadbent

Specialists in solid-liquid separation, Thomas Broadbent and Sons are a global supplier of centrifuges to process and food industries worldwide. They specialise in innovative designs that deliver process performance onshore and offshore in compliance with high standards. With a portfolio that spans petrochemicals, sugar refineries, research universities, and hospitals, there is a constant drive to innovate and compete. 

Headquartered in Huddersfield, England, the UK team leads a global manufacturing network to deliver logistical and cost-effective solutions tailored to industry needs. Subsidiaries in China, Thailand, India, and the US support sales to some of the world’s biggest companies. 

As a family company with an incredible heritage spanning more than 160 years, Thomas Broadbent and Sons has remained a market leader through continuous evolution and adaption to market demands.

For further information: https://broadbent.co.uk