A surplus oxygen plant in India finds new purpose at a major platinum mine in Zimbabwe—thanks to Phoenix Equipment’s global project execution.

From Surplus to Strategic: Unlocking International Value

A once-idled oxygen plant in India is now boosting combustion efficiency at a leading platinum mining operation in Zimbabwe—demonstrating how industrial assets can transcend borders and timelines with the right partner.

Background: A Global Industrial Turnaround

When copper smelting operations ceased, Bhagawati Oxygen, a well-established industrial gas company in India, was left with a fully operational but inactive 55 TPD VPSA oxygen plant. Built by renowned Japanese firm Sumitomo Seika, the system had just two years of runtime and remained in excellent condition—with OEM documentation and spare parts ready.

Phoenix Equipment stepped in to connect the unused facility with a buyer who needed immediate, high-capacity oxygen generation—across the globe.

The Challenge: Repositioning an Underutilized Asset

Bhagawati Oxygen sought to free up capital and make use of a valuable plant no longer contributing to revenue. Meanwhile, a top-tier platinum producer in Zimbabwe was under pressure to enhance furnace performance using oxygen enrichment.

The mining company needed a production-ready solution—fast. Building new equipment from scratch would take over a year and require a substantial capital outlay.

Phoenix Equipment created a bridge between these two needs, delivering a solution that served both sides.

The Execution: End-to-End Relocation and Commissioning

Phoenix managed every stage of the project with precision and speed:

• Asset Evaluation: Reviewed the 55 TPD unit’s design, condition, and adaptability for the buyer’s operations
• Client Matchmaking: Introduced the asset to a platinum miner in Zimbabwe, enabling a swift site assessment
• Transaction Finalization: The buyer approved and committed to the acquisition within two months
• Relocation Logistics: Phoenix oversaw the dismantling in India, inland transportation, and ocean freight—ensuring secure delivery

The Result: High Impact on Both Ends

For Bhagawati Oxygen:

• Full value recaptured from an inactive facility
• Quick, clean divestment with no prolonged asset holding
• Immediate liquidity to reallocate toward operational needs

For the Zimbabwean Platinum Miner:

• Gained a fully functional oxygen plant, ready for deployment
• Cut more than a year from project timelines
• Avoided the financial burden of a new installation

Key Project Details

Project Value: $2,000,000
Timeline: November 2022 – October 2023
Services: Plant Sourcing, Acquisition, Relocation
Plant Type: 55 TPD VPSA Oxygen Unit (93% Purity)
Origin: India (Bhagawati Oxygen)

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Cryogenic Nitrogen Generation Plant – 6,600 Nm³/h

• Ideal for petrochemical, electronics, and metallurgical operations
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• Available for global relocation and immediate inspection

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Why Choose Phoenix Equipment?

Phoenix Equipment is a global leader in the acquisition, sale, and relocation of process plants and equipment. Our services help industrial operators:

• Unlock capital from underused facilities
• Procure high-quality systems at a fraction of new-build costs
• Expedite project timelines without compromising performance

With decades of success across chemicals, refining, industrial gases, and more, Phoenix transforms surplus assets into turnkey opportunities.

From idle capacity to global productivity—that’s the Phoenix approach.