The FT Process

The Rentech Fischer-Tropsch (FT) gas-to-liquids / coal-to-liquids technology is a three-step process, also known as indirect liquefaction, whereby:

Step 1 – Carbon-bearing resources such as natural gas or coal are converted into synthesis gas, a combination of hydrogen and carbon monoxide.

Step 2 – The synthesis gas is then sent through a FT reactor containing a catalyst where it is converted back to an ultra-clean liquid hydrocarbon.  (Rentech Process Technology)

Step 3 – This initial product is upgraded into diesel fuel and jet fuel.