The light bulb illuminates. An idea is spawned deep within the mind of a research scientist. A plan is outlined. Experimentation begins in test tubes, beakers, and glass reactors. Results look promising so larger scale piloting needs to be done. Scaled pilot plants provide an initial glimpse of a commercial manufacturing process. At the pilot scale, results from designed experiments can be quantified providing the essential data to design a manufacturing process. Pilot plants are unique by design and adaptable to the needs of a project. Designing, constructing, and operating a pilot scale unit is a collaborative effort between engineers, scientists, technicians, and operations.

Research pilot plant-From glassware to hardware

243rd National Meeting (2012)

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