Pilot Plant Testing

Run your custom process with YOUR material before any capital commitments are made.

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Overview

Prove Your Process Before You Build.

Artisan Industries offers one of the most comprehensive pilot plant testing facilities in the industry to develop customized solutions for your separation needs.

Our state-of-the-art pilot plant demonstrates the efficiency and capabilities of our proprietary technologies, designed to simplify your operations, reduce plant emissions, and lower operating and maintenance costs.

Purpose & Benefits

Optimization

It allows for the fine-tuning of process parameters to achieve optimal performance and product specifications.

Validation

Seeing is believing. Pilot testing helps validate the performance of new processes or technologies before full-scale implementation.

Risk Mitigation

Testing on a smaller scale reduces the risks associated with large-scale operations and investments.

Data Collection

Provides crucial data that can be used for scale-up calculations, cost estimations, and design modifications.

Proven Results

Artisan’s pilot plant has delivered proven results for clients across the chemical, pharmaceutical, food, and industrial sectors, with industry-leading excellence.

Let's Build Something Together.

Our integrated engineering and manufacturing team handles every stage of your project, no handoffs, no gaps, one team from start to finish.

How It Works

From Engineering Evaluation to Full-Scale Production.

Comprehensive Engineering Evaluation

Every pilot plant test begins with an in-depth engineering evaluation, including feasibility lab scale testing, process simulation, equipment configuration, and preparation of a preliminary test protocol. Utilizing the data provided in a pilot plant questionnaire, our team of experts conducts thorough pre-test planning to ensure that every aspect of the test is planned and executed to make the most of your time with us.

Custom-Built Systems Tailored to Your Needs

We build single or multi-stage systems specifically tailored to your application, whether you need to pilot a new process or improve an existing one. Our pilot plant can incorporate multiple unit operations custom configured in a single process, ensuring a comprehensive approach to your separation challenges.

Full Participation and Real-Time Insights

Throughout the testing process, our engineers work closely with you to develop a customized testing plan to achieve your goals. We encourage customers to attend the trial and observe the testing in action, valuing your full participation. An experienced process engineer will manage and supervise the test, providing you with real-time insights and adjustments to ensure satisfactory results.

Accurate Control and Comprehensive Documentation

Our automated control system, along with our experienced team, ensures accurate control over the pilot plant process. This allows for precise adjustments and comprehensive documentation of all test parameters and results. This data is crucial for scaling up your process, providing the foundation for design, operation, and integration into your full-scale operations.

After Testing

Seamless Transition to Full-Scale Production.

A comprehensive report is submitted after each test, including process data, performance analysis, and recommendations. If pilot scale testing is successful, the next step is typically commercial scale-up. Utilizing the data provided in a commercial design data questionnaire, our team provides a budgetary proposal for your equipment based on the physical property factors calculated during the successful pilot plant runs.

Comprehensive Test Report

Process data, performance analysis, and recommendations submitted after each test.

Commercial Design Data Questionnaire

Physical property data from successful pilot runs informs your commercial-scale equipment specification.

Budgetary Equipment Proposal

Our team provides a budgetary proposal for your equipment based on the physical property factors calculated during successful pilot plant runs.

Commercial Scale-Up

If pilot testing is successful, the next step is typically commercial scale-up — with Artisan ready to design and manufacture the production system.

Your Objectives Are Our Top Priority.

Achieving your objectives is our top priority. Whether you want to pilot a new process or improve an existing one, our pilot plant will be custom-configured to meet your needs. With our advanced equipment and proven engineering expertise, we will do all we can to provide you with the best possible results to gain a competitive edge in your industry.

Contact Artisan Industries today to learn more about how our pilot plant testing services can help you achieve your separation process goals.

Ready to get started? Our engineering team is available to discuss your application and plan your pilot test.

Artisan’s Pilot Plant Testing Brochure

Download our complete pilot plant testing brochure, to learn more about our capabilities, equipment specifications, and how to get started.

Pilot Plant Capabilities

Technical Specifications

Our pilot plant is equipped with precision instrumentation and flexible utilities to replicate a wide range of industrial separation conditions.

Process Capabilities

Feed Throughputs
10 to 500 lb/hr, depending on the specific process
Heat Transfer Media
Hot water, steam, and hot oil available up to 650 °F
Chilling Capabilities
Down to 30 °F
Vacuum Capabilities
To 0.1 mm Hg absolute
Precise Motor Control
7 functioning VFD’s for pumps and other process equipment
Agitated Feed Tanks / Reactors
80 and 60-gallon capacities

Instrumentation & Support

Diverse Pump Types
Including progressing cavity, gear, diaphragm, centrifugal, and peristaltic
Control System
Opto 22 with direct and cascade controlling capabilities
Data Acquisition
Real-time logging of over 50 process variables
Onsite Laboratory
Karl Fisher Titrator, moisture analyzer, precision balances, fume hood, and common laboratory glassware
Analytical Testing
Onsite for gases and connections for GC and HPLC instruments, with relationships for off-site testing

Ready to Start Your Pilot Test?

Tell us about your material and process goals and our engineering team will plan a pilot test program tailored to your application.

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