For nearly 40 years, DCL has been committed to cleaning the air we breathe. Originating as a pioneer of emissions reduction for power producers and oil & gas sectors, our focus has expanded, solidifying DCL as a catalyst in the clean energy transition. By developing cutting-edge technologies, we’re advancing efficient decarbonization and supporting clean energy initiatives, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to environmental improvement and innovation.
Vertical integration is a cornerstone of our strength and agility, allowing DCL to manage every step of the product development process, from initial research and design to manufacturing and final implementation – including aftersales technical support! This cohesive approach ensures not only the highest quality and customization of our technologies, but also greater efficiency and faster response times to market needs and regulatory changes. This integrated model enables us to innovate rapidly, delivering solutions that are as sustainable as they are effective. To learn more on how our vertical integration powers our commitment to clean air and energy, visit our vertical integration page.
DCL’s global success is credited to our regional technical and service experts dedicated to specific market needs. In North America, DCL America is recognized by gas compression, decarbonization, and power generation sectors for operational efficiency and sustainability. DCL Europe contributes to clean energy and emissions reduction for energy producers, playing a vital role in Europe’s green transformation. And DCL International extends our mission globally, striving for cleaner air and a better planet for diverse industries and communities worldwide.
Being part of the DCL Technology Group, innovation drives us forward and a vision for a cleaner world guides our path. We’ve built a legacy of engineering solutions that instill confidence in our clients and partners, enabling smooth and efficient operations in their shift to clean energy. With a team of over 300 employees across a broad range of industrial sectors, the DCL Technology Group has grown into one of North America’s fastest-growing, family-owned clean energy companies. Within our group of companies, we share a unified vision of preserving and improving the environment we live in. Through engineering excellence, ready to tackle today’s challenges with the technology of tomorrow.
Throughout our history, DCL has continually achieved new milestones. We credit our success to our unwavering commitment to exceeding customer requirements and expectations, industry-leading expertise and the loyalty of our customers worldwide.
DCL is founded as Diesel Controls Limited, a family owned company, with aims to manufacture and sell high quality "exhaust purifiers" for mobile diesel vehicles used in underground mining worldwide
DCL sells its first exhaust purifier for diesel mining vehicles to Denison Mining.
The first fabrication shop is opened in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
DCL sells one of the first diesel particulate filters (DPF) for a mining vehicle to Kidd Creek Mining in Timmins, Ontario, Canada.
DCL creates its first engine test cell for the development of emission controls.
Operations expand to include a chemical shop and CATALYST COATING area.
DCL sells its first catalyst for stationary natural gas engines.
Diesel Controls Limited becomes DCL International Inc. The name change reflects the company's growth and entrance into the alternate fuel vehicle (Liquefied petroleum gas - LPG) and stationary engine markets.
DCL partners with Siemens to install the first Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system on an off-road vehicle.
The DCL product line expands to include SCR systems for stationary engines.
Operations expand to include METAL CATALYST SUBSTRATE MANUFACTURING
Operations expand further to include high temperature, vacuum BRAZING OF METAL SUBSTRATES
DCL is one of the first companies to introduce metallic partial flow pDPFs for OEM and retrofit in European Low Emission Zones (LEZ).
DCL is among the first companies to obtain a California Air Resources Board (CARB) verification for a passive diesel particulate filter for off-road engines.
DCL America Inc. is established and the sales team expands into new markets, including Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC), and fuel cells.
DCL introduces aftermarket DPFs for model year 2007-2009 diesel trucks, under Roadwarrior brand.
DCL Europe GmbH is established and a headquarters is opened in Frankfurt, Germany, followed by expansion of European based sales and technical support staff.
DCL partners with H+H Umwelt und Industrietechnik (Hargesheim, Germany) to form AeriNOx Inc. to supply Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) technology to the North American stationary engine market.
Roadwarrior aftermarket Diesel Particulate Filters (DPFs) and Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC) for on-road trucks is established as an independent company.
DCL expands US operations further, adding heavy-duty manufacturing facility and sales office in Houston, TX.
DCL spins of fuel conditioning division in GraniteFuel Engineering.
Metalcor® by DCL proven as the most efficient NOx reduction technology for cogeneration and CHP systems.
DCL produces 3,000cpsi catalyst. The highest surface area of any catalyst for rapid decomposition.
DCL commits to developing technology for the hydrogen sector.
AEM Electrodes for Hydrogen Electrolysis
