BAGFAS – AMMONIUM NITRATE / CALCIUM AMMONIUM NITRATE PLANT PROJECT

Completed Project Reference – KDT Industry

Introduction: Supporting Agriculture Through Industrial Innovation

The BAGFAS Ammonium Nitrate / Calcium Ammonium Nitrate Plant Project represents a cornerstone in Turkey’s agricultural and industrial development. Fertilizer production is vital for ensuring food security, improving crop yields, and supporting global agriculture. This facility was designed to produce high-quality ammonium nitrate (AN) and calcium ammonium nitrate (CAN) fertilizers, both essential for sustainable farming.

KDT Industry contributed to this project by supplying industrial storage tanks, chemical handling systems, and heavy-duty steel fabrication, ensuring the plant operated with efficiency, safety, and compliance with international standards.

---

Project Scope and Objectives

The fertilizer plant required robust infrastructure to ensure continuous production and safe chemical handling. KDT Industry’s objectives included:

• Designing and delivering fuel storage tanks for auxiliary power and operational needs.
• Installing water storage systems for cooling, processing, and safety operations.
• Providing chemical storage tanks for nitric acid, ammonia, and additives.
• Manufacturing steel fabrication and structural components for reactors, conveyors, and support buildings.
• Ensuring compliance with API, ASME, ISO, and EU fertilizer industry safety standards.

Through these contributions, KDT Industry helped the BAGFAS facility achieve world-class fertilizer production capabilities.

---

Engineering and Manufacturing Excellence

Fertilizer plants demand precision-engineered systems due to the hazardous nature of raw materials and the continuous operation required. KDT Industry applied its expertise to deliver:

• Ammonia and Acid Storage Units: Corrosion-resistant tanks with advanced containment systems.
• Fuel Storage Infrastructure: Large-capacity tanks ensuring uninterrupted power and production.
• Water Storage Systems: Supporting cooling cycles, steam production, and emergency response.
• Steel Fabrication: Heavy-duty frameworks and modular construction for plant efficiency.
• Protective Coatings: Chemical-resistant linings ensuring safety and long service life.
• Compliance: All designs aligned with international fertilizer production safety standards.

With these systems, the plant achieved safe, reliable, and efficient production of AN and CAN fertilizers.

---

Challenges and Solutions

The BAGFAS project faced several critical challenges:

1. Handling Hazardous Chemicals – Ammonia and nitric acid require safe, corrosion-resistant containment.
2. High-Capacity Production – The facility had to produce large volumes of fertilizers continuously.
3. Safety Standards – Compliance with EU and international fertilizer safety regulations was mandatory.
4. Environmental Responsibility – Emission control and wastewater management were essential.

KDT Industry’s Solutions:

• Delivered double-walled storage tanks with secondary containment for ammonia and nitric acid.
• Installed modular silos and conveyors for efficient material handling.
• Applied chemical-resistant coatings and linings to extend service life.
• Integrated environmental monitoring systems for emissions and effluents.

These measures ensured the facility operated with maximum safety and minimal environmental impact.

---

Contribution to Agriculture and Food Security

The BAGFAS fertilizer plant contributes directly to agricultural productivity and global food security. KDT Industry’s role supported:

• Reliable Fertilizer Supply: Meeting the growing needs of farmers across Turkey and export markets.
• Crop Yield Improvement: Providing fertilizers that enhance soil health and productivity.
• Economic Growth: Strengthening the agricultural supply chain and creating jobs.
• Export Competitiveness: Positioning Turkey as a regional leader in fertilizer production.

This project highlights KDT Industry’s role in supporting agriculture through industrial innovation.

---

Sustainability and Long-Term Value

Sustainability was a priority in the design and execution of this project. KDT Industry ensured:

• Durable Infrastructure: Long-life tanks and structures reducing replacement needs.
• Recyclable Steel: Supporting circular economy initiatives.
• Water Recycling Systems: Minimizing consumption in processing and cooling.
• Environmental Compliance: Meeting EU standards for fertilizer production emissions.

These contributions guaranteed that the BAGFAS facility remains a sustainable, future-ready fertilizer plant.

---

Why KDT Industry Was Chosen

The project stakeholders selected KDT Industry for its expertise in fertilizer and chemical plant infrastructure. Key reasons included:

• Proven Chemical Industry Experience – Successful references in fertilizer, cement, and energy projects.
• Engineering Reliability – Tailored systems for hazardous chemical handling.
• Safety and Compliance – Full adherence to international chemical safety standards.
• Trusted Reputation – Recognized as a global partner in heavy industry and infrastructure.

This collaboration reinforced KDT Industry’s reputation as a leader in industrial solutions for agriculture.

---

Looking Ahead

The BAGFAS Ammonium Nitrate / Calcium Ammonium Nitrate Plant Project is a flagship reference in KDT Industry’s portfolio. It demonstrates our ability to deliver critical chemical industry infrastructure that supports agriculture, food security, and sustainability worldwide.

As demand for fertilizers continues to grow globally, KDT Industry is prepared to provide innovative, eco-friendly, and reliable engineering solutions for fertilizer plants and chemical industries.

This project strengthens our position as a global leader in sustainable industrial and agricultural infrastructure.