selective catalyst reduction
Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) is a state-of-the-art emissions control technology designed to significantly reduce nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions in diesel engines. The main function of SCR is to catalytically convert NOx into nitrogen and water, which are harmless to the environment. Technological features of the SCR system hinge around use of a catalytic converter, typically made from precious metals, and an aqueous urea solution referred to as DEF (diesel ex-haust fluid) That acts as the redu- cing agent. All this happens in the SCR system after the combustion process. SCR is widely applied in various industries, from automotive and heavy duty trucking to maritime and railway sectors It is a key means of meeting mandatory emissions standards at the global level.