'through' versus 'by'

Ardec · March 31, 2009, 10:04am

What would be the difference and are both correct?

the chemical industry already produces hydrogen by Steam Methane Reforming (SMR).
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the chemical industry already produces hydrogen through Steam Methane Reforming (SMR).

Kitosdad · March 31, 2009, 10:26am

Hello Ardec.

the chemical industry already produces hydrogen by means of a Steam Methane Reforming [b]process./b.

Kitosdad.

Ardec · March 31, 2009, 10:29am

Fantastic, thanks a lot Kitosdad!

Kitosdad · March 31, 2009, 10:35am

Ardec, for you … anytime. :oops: :oops: :oops:

Ardec · March 31, 2009, 11:08am

I might take you up on that!

Kitosdad · March 31, 2009, 11:14am

I just KNEW I could be that lucky if I waited long enough.!!