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Engineering & Operational Excellence

At RCM Thermal Kinetics, based in Buffalo, NY, we help ethanol producers and biofuel innovators lead the way toward a more sustainable future. Our technology empowers customers to produce renewable fuels and carbon-negative chemicals while improving productivity and maximizing project value. Together, we’re building stronger communities—one efficient process at a time.

Systems & Services

Fuel Ethanol Plants

Discover fuel ethanol plant solutions by Thermal Kinetics, a division of RCM Technologies.

Crystallization

Discover crystallization technology solutions by Thermal Kinetics, a division of RCM Technologies.

Evaporation

Learn about evaporation technology solutions by Thermal Kinetics, a division of RCM Technologies.

Distillation

Explore industrial distillation equipment solutions by Thermal Kinetics, a division of RCM Technologies.

Test Center

Explore Thermal Kinetics’ Test Center capabilities, a division of RCM Technologies.

Adsorption

Learn about adsorption technology solutions by Thermal Kinetics, a division of RCM Technologies.

Why Choose RCM Thermal Kinetics

Our engineers at RCM Thermal Kinetics are always looking for alternatives not recognized before. The end-goal of all our efforts is to deliver the best process solutions that enable the success of our customers which adds value to their enterprise and protects our community.

We rely on our internal teams and partner with suppliers and customers to bring all the ideas to the effort. Know that blending many perspectives and talents in a trusting environment accelerates innovation and builds the best solutions. Finally, by executing this vision we elevate our life work and inspire excellence.

Here’s what our customers say

Our expertise and record speaks for itself, but our customers say it best.

RCM Thermal Kinetics played a critical role in navigating complex intellectual property laws and regulations during the development of our revolutionary technology. Since 2003, their process design support has been essential for smooth operations, including equipment specifications, proprietary reactor design, and regulatory compliance. Their logistical planning streamlined our truck flows, improving efficiency. Their suggested modifications for heat integration and recovery boosted overall efficiency and reduced maintenance. Their expertise in thermal expansion, stress, and phase change is unmatched. We value RCM Thermal Kinetics as a trusted partner in safeguarding our processes and intellectual property. Our relationship will continue for years to come.

Co-Founder and Vice President of SYNPET Technologies

In 2006, Calgren Renewable Fuels, LLC contracted with Lurgi, Inc. for a turnkey ethanol plant in Pixley, CA. Lurgi enlisted RCM Thermal Kinetics Engineering, PLLC for the distillation, dehydration, and evaporation (DDE) portion. During construction, Calgren faced challenges and resorted to arbitration, where RCM Thermal Kinetics stood by their DDE design and provided assistance. Calgren’s Pixley plant is highly efficient, thanks to RCM Thermal Kinetics’s energy-efficient design. Benchmarking against other ethanol producers, Calgren’s energy consumption surpasses all. RCM Thermal Kinetics ‘s integrated design facilitates troubleshooting, and they provide valuable advice when needed. We would not hesitate to recommend that RCM Thermal Kinetics be considered for similar work at other facilities.

Lyle J. Schlyer

President of Calgren Renewable Fuels

RCM Thermal Kinetics emerged as the ideal partner to meet our unique facility needs, offering innovative solutions that went above and beyond our expectations. Their meticulously designed systems and robust equipment exceeded projected performance levels, and even after more than a year of continuous operation, we continue to unlock unforeseen advantages. Their unwavering commitment as our business partners proved invaluable, consistently delivering exceptional results throughout our project. We wholeheartedly endorse RCM Thermal Kinetics for their outstanding contributions to our success.

Jeff Zueger

Chief Executive Officer of Midwest AgEnergy Group

Partner with RCM where science meets sustainability

Minimizing Energy Input. Maximizing Product Output. Optimizing Project Value.